Aswan to Luxor 4-Day Private Nile Journey with Full Board
by Journey To Egypt
Overview
This 4-day private Nile journey begins in Aswan and ends in Luxor, covering a distance along the Nile River. The tour includes a three-night stay aboard a 5-star cruise ship with full board meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner served daily. Air-conditioned transport is provided for arrival, departure, and all excursions. A local English-speaking guide accompanies guests throughout the trip. The itinerary features visits to major archaeological sites, including the Valley of the Kings, where guests descend into the tombs of pharaohs. The tour also includes a guided visit to the Temple of Luxor, known for its large statues and extensive colonnades with carved scenes explained by the guide. Entrance fees to all listed sites are included. The cruise operates on Fridays, Mondays, and Wednesdays. Optional activities, such as a trip to Abu Simbel or a hot air balloon ride in Luxor, are available but not included. Drinks on board the vessel are also not included.
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Itinerary
Philae Temple and Perfume Oil Shop
Arrive in Aswan and board the 5 star Nile Cruiser for a three-night stay. In the afternoon, take a boat trip to Agilika Island for a guided visit to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. After returning to Aswan, stop at a perfume oil emporium where essential oils have been used since 2700 BC by women, pharaohs, and temple priests who offered a mixture of six fragrances known as Kyphi to the Sun God at dawn, midday, and dusk. At sunset, there is free time to browse the souqs or relax by the Nile in Egypt’s southernmost town.
120 min
Kom Ombo Temple Visit
An optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel is offered to see the temple carved into rock by King Ramses II. In the afternoon, the Nile Cruiser departs from Aswan and sails along the River Nile to Kom Ombo. Guests disembark to visit the temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god, before returning to the cruiser.
120 min
Karnak Temple in Luxor
Spend time swimming in the pool and relaxing on deck while cruising the Nile to Luxor. Arrive in Luxor in the afternoon and explore the large Karnak Temple complex, which includes sanctuaries, pylons, chapels, halls, and obelisks dedicated to the Theban gods and to the rulers of Egypt’s Middle and New Kingdoms. Luxor is a 4000 year-old city, home to the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Karnak.
120 min
West Bank Tour and Departure
Disembark in the morning and tour the West Bank, visiting the Colossi of Memnon, the Valley of the Kings, and the colonnaded Temple of Hatshepsut. Afterwards, transfer to Luxor airport.
240 min
Meeting point
Hotel Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
End point
Luxor Airport
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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