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2-Night Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple
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2-Night Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple

by Nice tours

3 days
Aswan
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Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 25 Oct 2026.
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Overview

This 2-night Nile River cruise travels from Aswan to Luxor over approximately 72 hours. Guests stay in a private cabin aboard a 5-star cruise ship with all meals included - breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The trip features visits to the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple. A horse carriage ride is provided at Edfu. Transportation includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle. An expert English-speaking Egyptologist guide leads the tour. Entrance fees to temples, drinks, and optional tipping are not included. A hot air balloon ride is offered as an optional activity during the cruise.

Highlights

Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor over 3 days
Visits to Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple
Private cabin on 5-star cruise with full-board meals
Horse carriage ride at Edfu included
Hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned vehicle
Guided by expert English-speaking Egyptologist

What's included

Guidance by an expert English-speaking Egyptologist
Hotel pickup and drop-off service
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Private tour format
Private cabin with full amenities
Lunch served during the trip
Dinner served during the trip
Horse carriage ride at Edfu
Breakfast included each day
Two nights accommodation on a 5-star full-board cruise
All meals included
All taxes covered

What's not included

Optional tipping
Drinks during the cruise
Entrance fees to temples visited

Itinerary

1

After pickup, head to the Abu Simbel Temple, generally considered the grandest and most beautiful of the temples commissioned during the reign of Ramesses II.

540 min

2

Following a guided temple tour, board the cruise ship and set sail to the Kom Ombo Temple, unique due to its dedication to two different deities. Return to the ship for dinner as it continues sailing down the Nile.

120 min

3

After breakfast, visit the Edfu Temple by horse-drawn carriage. Discover one of the best-preserved shrines in Egypt, then return to the cruise ship.

120 min

4

Start your day with pickup from the cruise ship. Experience an unforgettable 45- to 80-minute hot air balloon flight at a height of over 1,500 feet in the sky. After landing, head to the west bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings.

180 min

5

Head to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Marvel at three massive terraces that rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.

120 min

6

Then, move to the Colossi of Memnon to see the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Sail on the Nile in a traditional felucca sailing boat to discover the beauty of Luxor. Relax with a drink as you soak up the scenery (drink costs not included).

15 min

7

Next, go to Karnak Temple, one of the greatest examples of worship in history, dedicated to the god Amun, his wife, and their son to represent the Theban triad. Learn the ancient history behind this site and visit Luxor Temple before hotel drop-off.

120 min

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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