A 4-day Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor is the perfect way to experience the glory of Egypt’s ancient civilization. Passion Egypt Tours will provide American travelers with the best services including private A/C vehicles, a deluxe Nile cruise, and professional Egyptologist guides. Enjoy visits to magnificent sites such as Karnak, Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Philae Temple, and the High Dam. Book this magical 3-night/4-day cruise and discover the timeless wonders along the Nile.
Experience an unforgettable journey through Luxor and Aswan on a Nile Cruise.
Learn 5,000 years of history told through Upper Egypt’s monuments.
See the finest examples of Egyptian art and architecture.
Visit highlights such as Edfu, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Philae, and Hatshepsut Temples.
Enjoy excellent service with a private guide and A/C vehicle throughout.
Upon arrival in Aswan, begin your 4-day Nile cruise to Luxor with your expert guide, visiting some of the city’s top archaeological landmarks such as:
The impressive Aswan High Dam, built between 1960 and 1970, played a crucial role in Egypt’s modernization by producing electricity and regulating the Nile’s floods.
The Unfinished Obelisk, the largest ancient obelisk ever attempted, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC) to complement the Lateran Obelisk of Karnak. Though left incomplete, it demonstrates the advanced stone-carving skills of ancient Egyptians.
The Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, goddess of love and beauty, was relocated to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubia Campaign in the 1960s to save it from the waters of the Nile. It remains a stunning symbol of devotion and myth.
At the end of the day, board your 5* deluxe Nile cruise, enjoy lunch and dinner, and overnight onboard.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, continue your 4-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor with visits to:
The Kom Ombo Temple, built between 180 BC and 47 BC, is the only double temple in Egypt, with twin sanctuaries dedicated to Horus the Elder and Sobek. Its design and reliefs make it one of the most unique monuments of antiquity.
After your visit, return to the cruise to enjoy lunch and dinner, then spend the night onboard as you sail.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
Have breakfast on the cruise, then set out with your guide to explore:
The Edfu Temple, built between 237 BC and 57 BC, is the largest and most well-preserved temple of the Greco-Roman era. Its walls depict the epic battle between Horus and Set in exquisite detail.
Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner, then sail to Luxor and overnight onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise and join your private guide to explore Luxor’s landmarks, beginning with:
The Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of Egypt’s rulers from the 18th to the 20th dynasties (1570–1050 BC). For over 500 years, it safeguarded the tombs of kings such as Ramses II and Tutankhamun, filled with treasures and sacred inscriptions.
The Temple of Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC), built around 1479 BC on Luxor’s West Bank, is a masterpiece of ancient architecture. It immortalizes the legacy of Egypt’s most successful female Pharaoh.
The Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues of Amenhotep III (1386–1349 BC), are the last remnants of his grand mortuary temple, carved from massive quartzite sandstone blocks.
After visiting the Colossi of Memnon, enjoy lunch and relaxation before continuing with a visit to:
The Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, is the largest religious complex ever built. Spanning 247 acres, it developed over centuries and features the Avenue of Sphinxes, the Hypostyle Hall, and many other monumental structures.
At the end of the day, you will be transferred to your preferred location in Luxor, marking the conclusion of your 4-day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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