5-Day Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise: Splendours of Ancient Egypt
Sail the Nile through five millennia of history, from Karnak to the High Dam.
This 5-day Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise takes small groups through Egypt's most iconic ancient sites, combining comfortable on-board accommodation with guided visits to temples, royal tombs, and monumental landmarks along the Nile Valley.
Departing from Luxor, the journey covers the celebrated East and West Banks before sailing south through Esna, Edfu, and Kom Ombo toward Aswan. Each port of call reveals a distinct chapter in pharaonic and Greco-Roman history, presented by knowledgeable guides in a manageable small-group format.
All meals are included on board throughout the cruise, allowing travellers to focus entirely on the sites without logistical concerns. The itinerary is rated easy, making it suitable for a wide range of fitness levels and ages.
The Radamis II Nile Cruise serves as the floating hotel for this programme, offering a consistent base as the scenery shifts from Luxor's temple complexes to Aswan's granite landscapes and Nubian heritage.
Tour Highlights
Explore the vast Karnak Temple complex and the illuminated Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
Descend into the royal burial chambers of the Valley of the Kings on Luxor's West Bank.
Visit the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Tour the dual-deity Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to both Sobek and Haroeris.
Discover Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam in a single day.
Visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt's best examples of Ptolemaic architecture.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Guests are met at Luxor Airport or the railway station and transferred to the cruise for embarkation before lunch. The afternoon is devoted to the East Bank, with guided visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, followed by dinner on board and an overnight stay in Luxor.
After breakfast, the group crosses to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. The cruise then sails toward Edfu via the Esna Lock, with lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner served on board.
The morning begins with a visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most complete temples in Egypt. The cruise continues to Kom Ombo for an afternoon visit to the riverside temple shared by crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Haroeris, before sailing on to Aswan.
A full day in Aswan covers three major landmarks: the Aswan High Dam, the island temple of Philae, and the ancient Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries. Lunch and dinner are served on board, with an overnight stay in Aswan.
Guests enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarkation. Transfers are provided to Aswan Airport or the railway station for onward journeys.
What Is Included
Included
- 4 nights aboard Radamis II Nile Cruise in an en-suite cabin
- All meals as specified in the itinerary (breakfast, lunch, and dinner on board)
- Guided visits to all listed temples and monuments
- Entrance fees to all included sites
- Airport and railway station transfers in Luxor and Aswan
- Licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout
Not Included
- International or domestic flights
- Egypt entry visa fees
- Personal travel insurance
- Optional excursions or activities not listed in the itinerary
- Gratuities and tips for guides, drivers, and cruise crew
- Personal expenses such as beverages and laundry
Important Information
Reserve Your Place on the Nile
Secure your cabin on this small-group Nile cruise and experience Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan with the guidance of an expert Egyptologist. Availability is limited on each departure.
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