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4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel & Balloon

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Aswan, Egypt
  • 4 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Set sail along the River Nile—and take the guesswork out of planning your own itinerary—on this 4-day, 3-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor, including all transfers plus meals onboard. Learn about Ancient Egyptian history and culture from your Egyptologist guide, visit key landmarks, including Philae Temple, Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings, and conclude with a hot air balloon ride over Luxor’s West Bank.
  • Combine relaxation with sightseeing on a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor
  • Go beyond the guidebook with insights and stories from an Egyptologist
  • Skip the hassle of public transport with all transfers conveniently included
  • Maximize your time and visit many top landmarks (entry fees not included)

What's Included

  • All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • Hotel or Aswan Airport pickup and drop-off
  • 3 nights accommodation in 5 star Nile Cruise
  • Private English Egyptologist guide
  • Hot air balloon after Sunrise (if price option selected)
  • Breakfast (3)
    Breakfast
  • Lunch (3)
    Lunch
  • Dinner (3)
    Dinner
  • Tipping
  • Any additional request that is not included on the itinerary is Excluded.
  • Entry Fees

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Our driver and representative will meet you at the reception desk of your accommodation in Aswan, holding a sign with your name on it for easy recognition. If you are arriving by flight or train, we can also pick you up directly from Aswan Airport or the railway station by holding a sign with your name on it for easy recognition. From there, you will be transferred comfortably to your 5-star Nile cruise ship to begin your 4-day journey along the Nile.

Start time
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Aswan & Aswan City Tour

4 Stops

1

Aswan

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

2

Aswan High Dam

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

3

Temple of Philae

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Aswan (Pass By)

Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

Tour to Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo Temples

4 Stops

1

Abu Simbel Temples

5 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

2

Aswan

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

3

Kom Ombo Temple

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Edfu (Pass By)

Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

Edfu Temple & Luxor Temple Tour

4 Stops

1

Edfu Temple

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Esna (Pass By)

2

Luxor Temple

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Luxor (Pass By)

Accommodation: Nile Cruise

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

Check out from cruise/ Luxor West Bank

6 Stops

1

Hot Air Balloons Luxor

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

2

Valley of the Kings

3 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

3

Temple of Hatshepsut

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Colossi of Memnon (Pass By)

4

The Karnak Temple

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Luxor (Pass By)

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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