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Home/Destinations/Luxor/Luxor to Aswan cruise
Nile cruise · Luxor itinerary

Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise Itinerary

A Nile cruise is the classic way to see Upper Egypt. Here is how a 4–5 day Luxor-to-Aswan cruise unfolds — from Karnak and the Valley of the Kings to Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and Abu Simbel — with the best-rated cruises to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Luxor: Karnak & West Bank
  2. 2Edfu: Temple of Horus
  3. 3Kom Ombo Temple
  4. 4Aswan: Philae & Abu Simbel

Luxor: tombs and temples

Board at Luxor and visit Karnak, Luxor Temple and the West Bank with the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut before sailing south.

Edfu and Kom Ombo

Stop at the superbly preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu and the riverside double temple of Kom Ombo as you cruise upstream.

Aswan and Abu Simbel

In Aswan see the island Temple of Philae and the High Dam, with the option to add the colossal temples of Abu Simbel.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Luxor — prices per person.

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Best 3 Days Tour of Cairo, Giza& Alexandria with Dinner Cruise, Felucca& Camel
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Top 6 Days Around Cairo,Giza Pyramids,Luxor , Aswan & Abu Simbel
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Luxury Cruise from Aswan to Luxor 4 Days with Abu Simbel Temple
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4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor Abu simbel Hot Air Balloon
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4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor Abu simbel Hot Air Balloon
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Private 4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Tours
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Private 4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Tours
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Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan
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Private Day Tour to Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan
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Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan: Sail the best temples in Egypt
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Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan: Sail the best temples in Egypt
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Private Cairo VIP Tour Giza Pyramids GEM Bazaar and Nile Cruise
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Private Cairo VIP Tour Giza Pyramids GEM Bazaar and Nile Cruise
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Luxor to Aswan cruise — FAQ

How long is a Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise?
Most cruises run 3 to 5 nights between Luxor and Aswan, with guided stops at Edfu and Kom Ombo and time at the temples of both cities.
Is Abu Simbel included in a Nile cruise?
Abu Simbel is usually an optional add-on at the Aswan end, by road or short flight, rather than part of the standard cruise — check whether your cruise offers it.
What is the best time for a Nile cruise?
October to April brings the most comfortable temperatures for sailing and temple visits; summer is very hot in Upper Egypt.

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