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4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel Visit and Hot Air Balloon
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4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel Visit and Hot Air Balloon

by Go Tours Egypt

4 days
Luxor
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Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
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Overview

The Nile River flows through southern Egypt, linking the ancient cities of Aswan and Luxor. This four-day cruise travels along the Nile between Aswan and Luxor, offering scenic views of the Nile Valley and stops at several historic sites. The trip includes visits to landmarks such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, Philae Temple, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Abu Simbel Temple, plus other ancient monuments. The cruise includes three nights aboard a 5-star boat with meals provided including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests take a horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu that includes a stop at Horus Temple. All transfers from and to the temples are included. A hot air balloon flight with a certificate is offered, subject to weather conditions. A qualified guide accompanies the group throughout the tour. Entrance fees to the sites and tipping are not included. The itinerary may change on trips starting Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, when the Abu Simbel visit is replaced by a visit to Habu Temple in Luxor. The balloon ride is not available for children under six years, and cameras are not allowed on the balloon basket, but cell phone photography is permitted. Refunds are offered if the balloon flight is canceled due to weather. Pickup and drop-off services are provided for hotels on both the east and west banks of Aswan and Luxor, with an additional fee for west bank transfers. Room arrangements vary by group size, with triple rooms for certain family bookings.

Highlights

4-day cruise between Aswan and Luxor on a 5-star boat
Visit Abu Simbel Temple in a small group
Hot air balloon ride with flight certificate
Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu with Horus Temple visit
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Transfers to and from temples included

What's included

Visit to Abu Simbel Temple in a small group
Hot air balloon ride with flight certificate
Qualified and experienced tour guide throughout
Lunch served during the trip
Dinner served during the trip
Three nights accommodation on a 5-star cruise boat
Breakfast each morning
Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu including Horus Temple visit
All transfers to and from temples included

What's not included

Tipping (recommended but not included)
Entrance fees to all mentioned sites and temples

Itinerary

1

Visit the Graeco Roman Temple dedicated to goddess Isis using a small motorboat to get there.

120 min

2

Then, start your second tour by visiting the High Dam; achieved in 1960 to protect Egypt from the flood and generate electric.

30 min

3

Very early in the morning, your guide will pick you up for Abu Simbel trip (sharing a small group). Arrive around 8 am, to visit one of the most impressive places in Egypt; the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel with their unique design built for King Ramses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Back to the Cruise by noon to have your lunch and sailing heading to Kom Ombo city.

420 min

4

Arrive at Kom Ombo city to visit the temple of Sobek, the crocodile God and Horus, the falcon God. Back to the cruise and have dinner. Continue sailing to Edfu for overnight

90 min

5

After your breakfast, experience Horse Carriage ride with your tour guide to visit the temple of Horus at Edfu which is considered to be the most complete and the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Return to the cruise.Relax on deck watching the unique landscape and admire the beautiful scenery of the Nile River while sailing to Luxor. Cross Esna Lock. Lunch on board. Afternoon tea on sundeck

120 min

6

Late in the afternoon, arrive at your cruise dock, to be transferred to enjoy Luxor temple on the East bank of Luxor, where ancient Egyptian, Christian and Islamic features are exhibited. Dinner on board with belly dancing show and Overnight in Luxor Note: if your arrival at Luxor dock by 3:00 or 3:30 pm, then we have chance to visit both Karnak and Luxor Temples.

120 min

7

Begin around 5:00 am pick up for the incredible trip of 30 to 45 minutes Hot Air Balloon flight over the west bank of Luxor and enjoy an aerial view of the country's landscape and famous landmarks. Enjoy ride over the sky of the open air museum city (Luxor) over the great temples and mountains below.

120 min

8

Breakfast and check out to start your unforgettable day by driving to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs from the New kingdom carved their tombs in the mountains aiming to hide their treasure and protect their mummies.

120 min

9

Then, to the Mortuary temple of the famous queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, discover her beautiful temple and her attractive story with her nephew. End your tour in the West Bank by a photo stop in front of the gigantic statues of Memnon. Lunch time in a local restaurant (optional)

90 min

10

Back to the East Bank to see the largest temple ever; Karnak Temple built through 2000 years, covering an area of about 63 acres. Have nice pics between its huge pillars and obelisks. Finally, transfer to Luxor Hotel, Airport or Railway station. (Around 3:00 to 4:00 pm)

120 min

Languages

Arabic (guide)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
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with two paying adults
If the hot air balloon ride is canceled due to bad weather, a refund of 25 USD per person is issued
Cameras are not permitted on the balloon basket; only cell phones may be used for pictures
Children under six years old cannot participate in the balloon trip
Prices are in U.S. dollars per person per trip and exclude Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays
Drop-off is provided at Luxor east bank hotels; west bank hotel drop-off available for an extra 10 USD per person at trip end
Pickup is provided from Aswan east bank hotels; west bank pickup available for an extra 10 USD per person
For trips starting Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, the Abu Simbel visit is replaced by a visit to Habu Temple in Luxor
Bookings for three persons share one cabin (room)
Bookings for two adults and two children aged 2 to 11.99 years include one triple room with three beds
Total
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