Private Tour

5-Days 4-Nights Private Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

Overview

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120 hours

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Sail along the majestic Nile River from Luxor to Aswan on this unforgettable 5-day, 4-night private cruise tour. Journey through Egypt’s timeless wonders as you admire the lush riverbanks, golden deserts, and ancient temples that line the Nile. Starting in Luxor, explore the East and West Banks with your private Egyptologist guide, visiting iconic landmarks such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

Continue to Edfu to see the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, then to Kom Ombo to explore the dual temples dedicated to Sobek and Horus. In Aswan, marvel at the engineering feat of the High Dam, visit the island-bound Philae Temple dedicated to Isis, and examine the ancient Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries.

Relax onboard a luxury Nile cruise ship, enjoying delicious meals, comfortable accommodations, and panoramic views of the Nile Valley

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – East Bank Tour

Accommodations

Nile Cruise

Food and Drinks

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

Luxor

Upon arrival in Luxor, our representative will greet you and transfer you to your 5★ Nile cruise ship. After check-in and lunch onboard, meet your private Egyptologist guide to begin your journey with a tour of Luxor’s East Bank.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

The Karnak Temple

Start with a visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most significant religious sites in ancient Egypt. Explore its vast courtyards, colossal columns, and the Great Hypostyle Hall—a marvel of ancient engineering and devotion.

2 hours • Admission Included

Luxor Temple

Continue to Luxor Temple, which comes alive in the golden hues of evening. Walk through the grand avenue of sphinxes and admire the statues of Ramses II and intricate carvings that recount the glory of ancient Thebes. Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy your first overnight stay onboard in Luxor.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Day 2

Day 2: West Bank Tour – Sail to Edfu

Accommodations

Nile Cruise

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

Valley of the Kings

After breakfast onboard, cross the Nile to explore the West Bank, where ancient tombs and mortuary temples await. Visit the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the New Kingdom pharaohs. Enter some of the beautifully decorated royal tombs—some still vivid with color after thousands of years. (Optional visit to King Tutankhamun’s tomb available.)

2 hours • Admission Included

Temple of Hatshepsut

Next, explore the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a striking monument carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Learn about this powerful female pharaoh and her unique reign.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Colossi of Memnon

Stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood guard for over 3,400 years.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Esna Lock

Return to your cruise for lunch, and begin sailing south toward Edfu. Enjoy dinner onboard and take in the peaceful views as you pass through the Esna Lock. Overnight on the cruise in Edfu.

Admission Not Applicable

Day 3

Day 3: Edfu – Kom Ombo – Sail to Aswan

Accommodations

Nile Cruise

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

Edfu Temple

Enjoy breakfast onboard, then take a horse-drawn carriage through the city to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most well-preserved temples in all of Egypt. Admire its massive pylons, intricate inscriptions, and the stories they tell of ancient mythology and power.

2 hours • Admission Included

Kom Ombo Temple

Return to the ship and continue sailing to Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the unusual double temple dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. Learn about the unique dual design and visit the on-site Crocodile Museum, where mummified crocodiles are on display.

2 hours • Admission Included

Aswan

Back onboard, enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner as you cruise toward Aswan. Evening entertainment may include a traditional Galabeya Party onboard. Overnight on the cruise in Aswan.

Admission Not Applicable

Day 4

Day 4: Aswan Tour

Accommodations

Nile Cruise

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

LUNCH

Lunch

DINNER

Dinner

Aswan High Dam

After breakfast, begin your guided tour of Aswan, a city known for its beauty and cultural diversity. Start at the High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that changed the face of Egypt by controlling Nile flooding and generating electricity.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Temple of Philae

Then take a short boat ride to Philae Temple, one of Egypt’s most picturesque temples, dedicated to Isis, the goddess of magic and motherhood. Learn how this beautiful complex was saved from flooding and relocated to Agilkia Island.

2 hours • Admission Included

Unfinished Obelisk

Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous ancient monument left incomplete in the stone quarries. Marvel at its size and gain insight into ancient stone-cutting techniques.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Day 5

Day 5: Disembarkation – Departure

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Aswan

After breakfast onboard, check out and disembark from your cruise. You’ll be transferred to your hotel or Aswan airport/train station for your onward journey. Optional: Extend your tour with an Abu Simbel excursion (available upon request). This concludes your unforgettable Nile journey, filled with history, beauty, and unique cultural experiences.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Entry/Admission - Colossi of Memnon

Meet-and-assist services at airports or hotels

4 nights on a 5★ deluxe Nile cruise ship

Entry/Admission - Temple of Horus

Entry/Admission - Temple of Karnak

Entry/Admission - Luxor Temple

Entry/Admission - Valley of the Kings

Entry/Admission - Temple of Philae

All service charges and taxes

Bottled Water during tours

Entry/Admission - Temple of Kom Ombo

Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu

Entry/Admission - Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

All ground transportation is in an air-conditioned vehicle

Entry/Admission - Aswan High Dam

Entry/Admission - Unfinished Obelisk

Egyptologist guide during your excursions

Tipping

Pickup points

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