4 Days Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor with Egyptologist Guide
Overview
4 days Nile cruise, Aswan to Luxor: 3 nights full board, entrance fees and an Egyptologist guide included. Check availability for your dates.
Last updated: 26 October 2026
Travel Joy Egypt's 4 days Nile cruise, Aswan to Luxor, sails north and ends in Luxor, with 3 nights on full board. A qualified Egyptologist guide leads every shore excursion, and entrance fees to the listed sites are included. See all our Nile cruises with Egyptologist guides.
Key Takeaways
- Price: from $725 per person, with every season's price in the table below the itinerary.
- Stops: Philae Temple in Aswan, Kom Ombo and Edfu on the way north, then the Valley of the Kings and Karnak on day 4.
- Pace: the cruise keeps an unhurried pace across the temple stops, and day 4 covers both banks of Luxor.
4 Days Nile Cruise, Aswan to Luxor: Day-by-Day Stops
You board on day 1, and the cruise stays your hotel until check-out on day 4. The table shows how the 4 days and 3 nights fit together:
| Day | Where You Sleep | Main Stops |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | On board, docked in Aswan | Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple |
| Day 2 | On board | Kom Ombo Temple |
| Day 3 | On board, in Luxor | Edfu Temple |
| Day 4 | None, check-out after breakfast | Valley of the Kings, Karnak |
Day 4 is a full day of sightseeing: you check out after breakfast and visit both banks of Luxor, starting with the Valley of the Kings, before a private transfer takes you to your preferred location.
What Does a 3-Night Aswan to Luxor Cruise Cover?
This 3-night Aswan to Luxor Nile cruise runs from Philae to Karnak, with Kom Ombo and Edfu in between, at an unhurried pace. Abu Simbel is not on this itinerary, but the first cruise below includes it.
Other cruises suit different needs:
- Abu Simbel: the Aswan to Luxor cruise with Abu Simbel keeps the same route and 3 nights and includes the Abu Simbel excursion in its itinerary.
- Dahabiya: the dahabiya cruise from Aswan to Luxor covers the same route on a traditional sailing boat.
- More time: the 5 days Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan lasts longer and sails in the opposite direction.
What Is Included and What Costs Extra
The price covers the cruise, transfers, guide and entrance fees. Here is what that includes and what you pay for yourself:
- Cruise: full board for 3 nights on a 5-star Nile cruise ship.
- Transfers: all private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Sightseeing: an Egyptologist guide and entrance fees to the sites on the itinerary.
- Charges: service charges and government taxes.
- Not included: tips for the guide, driver and cruise staff, laundry, phone calls, souvenirs and any activity that is not on the itinerary.
Check Availability for Your Dates
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Trip at a Glance
Duration
4 Days
Price
From $725
Availability
Every day
Tour Type
Private
Route
Aswan → Kom Ombo → Edfu → Luxor
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Itinerary
Philae TempleThe Aswan High Dam, a landmark of modern engineering, is the first stop, followed by Philae Temple, the island sanctuary also known as the Temple of Isis. Later you board your 5-star cruise ship, which is your hotel for the next 3 nights, and have dinner while it stays docked in Aswan.
- Aswan High Dam — Discover this monumental engineering feat that reshaped Egypt's landscape and harnessed the power of the Nile.
- Philae Temple — Visit the stunning island complex dedicated to the goddess Isis, an exquisitely preserved ancient site relocated stone by stone.
After breakfast on board, the cruise sails north and you visit Kom Ombo Temple, a double temple for 2 gods: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus the Elder. You eat all 3 meals on board and spend the night on the cruise.
- Kom Ombo Temple — Explore this distinctive twin temple, dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, offering fascinating insights into ancient Egyptian beliefs and practices.
Luxor TempleEdfu Temple comes first on day 3: it is dedicated to Horus and regarded as Egypt's best-preserved ancient temple. You return to the cruise for lunch, then sail on towards Luxor and arrive as the sun sets.
- Edfu Temple — Step into the extraordinarily preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, a grand Ptolemaic structure that reveals the meticulous detail of ancient Egyptian religious art.
Valley of the KingsAfter breakfast you check out of the cruise and spend the day in Luxor. The West Bank comes first, starting with the tombs of the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were buried, then Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. After a local lunch you cross to the East Bank for the Karnak Temple Complex. A private transfer then takes you to your preferred location in Luxor.
- Valley of the Kings — Descend into the storied tombs of pharaohs in this legendary necropolis, adorned with vibrant ancient artwork.
- Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple — Witness the elegant, terraced temple of Egypt's most famous female pharaoh, a triumph of ancient architecture.
- Colossi of Memnon — Marvel at these two immense stone statues, guardians of a long-vanished mortuary temple, standing sentinel on the West Bank.
- Karnak Temple Complex — Explore the vast Karnak Temple, a monumental complex built over millennia, featuring towering pylons, obelisks, and the magnificent Hypostyle Hall.
Highlights
Aswan's Southern Treasures
- The visionary Aswan High Dam
- Ethereal Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis
- The unique double temple at Kom Ombo
Luxor's West Bank Marvels
- The legendary Valley of the Kings
- Hatshepsut's elegant Mortuary Temple
- The imposing Colossi of Memnon
Luxor's East Bank Grandeur
- The colossal Karnak Temple Complex
- The remarkably preserved Edfu Temple of Horus
Included
- Three nights of comfortable accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile cruise, full board.
- Personalized assistance from our dedicated team throughout your journey.
- All private transfers in a modern, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
- All specified shore excursions and sightseeing activities between Luxor and Aswan.
- Entry fees to all mentioned historical sites and attractions.
- The expertise of a qualified Egyptologist guide for all tours.
- All applicable service charges and government taxes.
Excluded
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise staff.
- Personal expenditures, including laundry, telephone calls, and souvenirs.
- Any additional activities or services not explicitly listed in the itinerary.
Pricing & Packages
Choose your preferred accommodation level and season. Prices are quoted in USD per person.
Standard Accommodations
Pricing Information
Rates are quoted in US Dollars (USD) per person. Holiday surcharges apply during peak seasons, including Christmas, New Year, and Easter.
Children's Policy
- Under 6 YearsComplimentary
- Ages 6 to 11 Years50% of the Adult Rate
- 12+ YearsFull Adult Rate
What to Pack
- Lightweight, breathable clothing suitable for warm weather.
- Comfortable walking shoes; you'll be on your feet exploring ancient sites.
- A wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen.
- A refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.
- Modest attire (shoulders and knees covered) for religious sites, if desired.
- A light jacket or shawl for cooler evenings on the cruise.
- Insect repellent, especially for evenings on the Nile.
- Any personal medications, as applicable.
- Camera and extra batteries to capture unforgettable memories.
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