5 Day Luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your representative and transfer by private, air-conditioned vehicle to your luxury Nile cruise ship. After boarding and completing check-in, enjoy lunch onboard before beginning your exploration of Luxor’s legendary East Bank.

Start your Private Luxury Nile Cruise Holiday in Egypt at Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious areas ever built. With an Egyptologist, you will walk through the massive columns and tall pylons. You will also see the sacred parts of the grounds. You will learn stories from the past as you explore with your Egyptologist guide.

Continue to Luxor Temple, an extraordinary ancient sanctuary located near the Nile. Admire its statues, courtyards, and beautifully preserved architectural features while learning about its importance in ancient Egyptian religious ceremonies.

Return to your cruise ship for dinner and a relaxing evening onboard.

Overnight: Luxury Nile cruise ship in Luxor
Meals: Lunch and dinner

After breakfast onboard, meet your Egyptologist guide and continue your Luxury Nile Cruise Package from Luxor to Aswan with an unforgettable journey through the ancient wonders of Luxor's West Bank. 

Explore the Valley of the Kings, the famous burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs. You will enter a few royal tombs. Inside, you can see bright wall art, carvings, and wall writing. The guides will also share stories about how people in ancient Egypt viewed life after death.

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. The temple sits on a steep backdrop of limestone cliffs. You will walk through the terraced layout. The place honors a powerful woman ruler from Egypt’s past.

Later, you will stop at the Colossi of Memnon. These are two very large stone statues. They are linked to Pharaoh Amenhotep III. They have been standing in this spot for many thousands of years.

Return to your luxury Nile cruise for lunch as the ship begins sailing toward Edfu. Spend the afternoon relaxing on deck, enjoying the scenery of traditional villages, fertile riverbanks, and palm-lined landscapes. Afternoon tea provides the perfect opportunity to unwind before dinner.

Overnight: Luxury Nile cruise ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Begin your morning with breakfast onboard before visiting Edfu Temple. It is a temple to Horus, the old Egyptian falcon god. Many people note how well kept the site looks. You can see a strong example of how ancient Egyptians built and used temples for worship, stories, and ritual life.

After your visit, return to the cruise ship and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo. Enjoy lunch and afternoon tea onboard while taking in the tranquil views of the Nile Valley.

In the evening, visit the distinctive Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Walk through the two sanctuaries. Look closely at the carved reliefs and the written text on the walls, which help explain why this temple mattered by the river.

Return to the ship for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay as your Nile cruise continues toward Aswan.

Overnight: Luxury Nile cruise ship
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Enjoy breakfast onboard as the cruise approaches Aswan, a beautiful southern Egyptian city known for its scenic Nile landscapes, ancient monuments, and relaxed atmosphere. This day is a highlight of your 5 Day Nile Cruise with Luxor and Aswan Temples.

Begin your Aswan sightseeing tour at the Aswan High Dam, an impressive modern engineering achievement that plays a vital role in managing the Nile’s waters and generating hydroelectric power.

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, located in Aswan’s ancient granite quarries. Learn how Egyptian stoneworkers carved monumental obelisks and discover why this enormous structure was abandoned before completion.

Next, take a motorboat ride to Philae Temple, an enchanting temple complex dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. Situated on an island amid the Nile’s waters, Philae is renowned for its elegant architecture, religious significance, and beautiful surroundings.

After completing your sightseeing, return to your luxury Nile cruise ship for dinner and your final evening onboard.

Overnight: Luxury Nile cruise ship in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard while reflecting on the unforgettable experiences of your Nile cruise holiday.

After breakfast, complete the disembarkation process and transfer by private, air-conditioned vehicle to Aswan International Airport, Aswan Railway Station, or your hotel in Aswan, according to your onward travel arrangements.

Your 5 Day Luxury Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan concludes with lasting memories of Egypt’s magnificent temples, royal tombs, and timeless Nile scenery.

Meals: Breakfast