3 Nights Nile Cruise From Aswan to Luxor With Abu Simbel
This 4 days / 3 nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel is a carefully designed journey combining Egypt’s greatest monuments with relaxed river sailing. Begin in Aswan with visits to Philae Temple and a peaceful felucca ride, then travel south to the legendary temples of Abu Simbel. Sail north along the Nile, stopping at Kom Ombo and passing through Esna Lock before reaching Luxor. With guided sightseeing, full-board accommodation, and expert local support, this experience offers the perfect balance of history, comfort, and authentic Egyptian scenery with Fancy Tours Egypt.
Included/Excluded
- 4 Days / 3 Nights accommodation on a Nile Cruise
- Full board meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard
- Abu Simbel day trip with transportation and guide
- All sightseeing tours mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all included sites
- Professional English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- All transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
- Assistance from Fancy Tours Egypt throughout the trip
- International and domestic flights
- Hot air balloon ride in Luxor (optional)
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Drinks onboard the cruise
- Any tours or services not mentioned in the itinerary
Tour Plan
Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be welcomed by the Fancy Tours Egypt team and your professional Egyptologist guide. Your tour begins with a visit to Philae Temple on Isis Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis, followed by the Unfinished Obelisk, showcasing ancient stone-working techniques.
After boarding your Nile Cruise, enjoy lunch onboard before taking a traditional felucca ride on the Nile, offering scenic views of Aswan’s islands and riverbanks, weather permitting. Dinner and overnight stay will be onboard in Aswan.
Early in the morning, you will depart with a breakfast box for a guided excursion to Abu Simbel. Explore the magnificent rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, one of Egypt’s most impressive archaeological achievements, before returning to Aswan.
At midday, the cruise sails north toward Kom Ombo. After lunch onboard, visit Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Continue sailing toward Edfu, enjoying dinner and overnight onboard.
After breakfast onboard, enjoy a full day of scenic Nile sailing toward Luxor. Relax on the sun deck as the cruise passes traditional villages and lush river landscapes, offering a peaceful glimpse into daily life along the Nile.
Lunch is served onboard as the ship crosses Esna Lock, one of the most memorable moments of the journey. Upon arrival in Luxor, enjoy free time to explore the city or visit Luxor Temple. Dinner and overnight stay onboard in Luxor.
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise to begin your guided tour of Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, including three royal tombs, with the option to enter the tomb of Tutankhamun. Continue to Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
Later, explore the East Bank with visits to Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, discovering the stories of ancient Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs. Transfer to Luxor airport or your hotel to conclude your journey.
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