Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor 4 Days with Abu Simbel

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Aswan Arrival, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple — Check-In⌄

   Start your day in Aswan with a visit to the High Dam, an impressive modern structure built to control the Nile’s flooding and generate electricity. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Nasser and learn about this remarkable engineering achievement that changed the face of modern Egypt.

   Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, located in the ancient granite quarries of Aswan. This massive monument, left incomplete due to a crack in the stone, offers a fascinating glimpse into the techniques and craftsmanship of ancient Egyptian builders.

   Next, take a scenic motorboat ride across the Nile to Philae Temple, one of Egypt’s most beautiful temples, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Explore its graceful courtyards, towering pylons, and intricate reliefs while learning how it was relocated to Agilkia Island to protect it from the rising waters of the Nile.

   Check-In After finishing your Aswan tour, your driver will transfer you to your Nile cruise for check-in. Settle into your comfortable cabin, enjoy a delicious lunch, and relax as your unforgettable journey along the Nile begins.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

2. 2Abu Simbel Temples & Navigation to Kom Ombo Temple⌄

   Around 4:30 am your guide will pick you up for the Abu Simbel trip (sharing a small group). Arrive around 8 am, to visit one of the most impressive places in Egypt; the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel with their unique design built for King Ramesses 2nd. and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Back to the cruise by noon to have your lunch, sail, and head to Kom Ombo City.

   rive at Kom Ombo city where to visit the dual temple of Sobek, the crocodile God, and Horus, the falcon God. Back to the cruise and have dinner. Continue sailing to Edfu overnight. Duration: 1 hour.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

3. 3Edfu Temple⌄

   After a delicious breakfast on board, take a charming horse-drawn carriage ride through Edfu’s streets with your Egyptologist guide. Visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, the falcon-headed god — one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Step through its grand gateways into the Ptolemaic era, where massive columns and carved hieroglyphics reveal the eternal battle between Horus and Seth. Your guide will bring these legends to life, showing how this temple became a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian art and faith. After exploring, return to the cruise to continue sailing the Nile. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on board, followed by afternoon tea as you watch the golden sunset dance across the river — a perfect end to another magical day.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

4. 4Luxor Tour & departure transfer⌄

   Breakfast and check out to start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the new kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.

   hen, go to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, and discover her beautiful temple and her attractive story with her nephew. End your tour in the West Bank with a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunchtime in a local restaurant (optional).

   Back to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever; Karnak Temple built over 2000 years ago, covering an area of about 63 acres. Have nice pics between its huge pillars and obelisks. Finally, transfer to Luxor Hotel, Airport, or Railway station. (around 3:00 to 4:00 pm). Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

   Meals: Breakfast