5-Day Nile Cruise from Hurghada to Luxor & Aswan
Overview
Sail Through Ancient Egypt from Luxor to Aswan Experience the timeless beauty of the Nile on this unforgettable 5-day private Nile Cruise from Hurghada. Travel comfortably from Hurghada to Luxor, board a deluxe 5-star Nile cruise, and sail through the heart of ancient Egypt toward Aswan.
Along the journey, explore the magnificent Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, the legendary Valley of the Kings, the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the beautifully preserved temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo.
Continue south to visit the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples before discovering the highlights of Aswan, including the beautiful Philae Temple and the impressive Aswan High Dam.
With full-board accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile cruise, private transportation, professional Egyptologist guides, entrance fees, and carefully organized sightseeing, this itinerary offers the perfect balance of ancient history, Nile scenery, relaxation, and adventure.
Important Information
- Nile cruise sailing schedules can vary according to the cruise operator and navigation conditions.
- The Abu Simbel excursion requires an early morning departure.
- Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen are recommended.
- The Tomb of Tutankhamun requires an additional entrance ticket.
- The exact order of sightseeing may be adjusted according to the cruise schedule while maintaining the main attractions.
- Cruise cabin and sailing details will be confirmed according to availability.
Why Choose This 5-Day Nile Cruise from Hurghada?
Experience the magic of the Nile while discovering some of Egypt’s greatest ancient treasures. From the magnificent temples of Luxor to the beautifully preserved temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, and from the monumental temples of Abu Simbel to the peaceful beauty of Philae Temple, every day brings a new chapter of Egyptian history.
With a 5-star Nile cruise, full-board accommodation, private transfers, expert Egyptologist guides, and carefully organized excursions, this is the perfect way to combine relaxation and exploration on an unforgettable journey through Upper Egypt.
Highlights
- Private transfer from Hurghada to Luxor
- 4 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise
- Explore Karnak Temple
- Visit Luxor Temple
- Discover the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings
- Visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Explore the beautifully preserved Temple of Edfu
- Visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple
- Discover the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples
- Explore Philae Temple in Aswan
- Visit the Aswan High Dam
- Enjoy full-board meals and relaxing Nile sailing
- Private Egyptologist guide
- Private air-conditioned transportation
Included
- Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Hurghada
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- 4 nights accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile cruise
- Full-board meals during the Nile cruise
- Private qualified Egyptologist guide
- All Nile Cruise excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sightseeing sites mentioned
- Mineral water during vehicle transfers
- Train tickets from Aswan to Qena, where applicable
- All service charges and taxes
Not Included
- Entrance ticket to the Tomb of Tutankhamun
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Any additional entrance fees not mentioned
- Any extras not mentioned under "Included"
- Tipping
Itinerary
Your journey begins with pickup from your hotel in Hurghada and a comfortable private transfer to Luxor.
Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your private Egyptologist guide and begin exploring the magnificent East Bank.
Karnak Temple Complex
Start your sightseeing at the extraordinary Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious complexes in the ancient world.
Explore its monumental pylons, towering columns, obelisks, statues, and sacred halls while your Egyptologist explains the history of the pharaohs who built and expanded the complex over many centuries.
Luxor Temple
Continue to Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the modern city.
Admire its impressive entrance, colossal statues, elegant columns, and ancient reliefs. Learn about its connection to the ancient Opet Festival and the religious traditions of Thebes.
Embarkation on the Nile Cruise
After sightseeing, board your 5-star Nile cruise and check into your private cabin.
Enjoy lunch and relax on board as you prepare for your Nile sailing adventure.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, begin your West Bank sightseeing.
Valley of the Kings
Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, where many of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs were buried.
Enter several beautifully decorated tombs and admire the colorful paintings and hieroglyphs depicting the ancient Egyptian journey into the afterlife.
Optional: Visit the famous Tomb of Tutankhamun for an additional entrance fee, subject to availability.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Continue to the magnificent Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahari.
Discover the fascinating story of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most remarkable female rulers, and admire the temple’s impressive terraces, columns, statues, and reliefs.
Colossi of Memnon
Make a short photo stop at the monumental Colossi of Memnon, two enormous statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.
Return to the cruise and enjoy lunch while sailing south through the Nile Valley.
Spend the afternoon relaxing on board and enjoying the changing scenery from the sun deck.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise continues toward Edfu.
Temple of Edfu
Visit the magnificent Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
It is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, with enormous pylons, detailed reliefs, and beautifully preserved inscriptions.
Learn about the temple’s mythology and its important role in ancient Egyptian religion.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing south.
Kom Ombo Temple
Later, visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dramatically situated on the Nile.
This unusual double temple was dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder.
Explore its fascinating reliefs and learn about ancient Egyptian religious practices, medicine, and mythology.
Return to the cruise and enjoy the evening sailing toward Aswan.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Start the day early for an unforgettable excursion to Abu Simbel.
Great Temple of Ramses II
Explore the spectacular rock-cut temple of Ramses II, famous for its four colossal statues carved directly into the mountainside.
Inside, discover enormous halls and beautifully preserved reliefs depicting the pharaoh’s military victories, religious ceremonies, and relationship with the ancient Egyptian gods.
Temple of Queen Nefertari
Continue to the nearby temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari and the goddess Hathor.
Admire its impressive façade, beautiful reliefs, and remarkable preservation.
Your guide will explain the extraordinary modern engineering project that relocated the temples in the 1960s to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
After the visit, return toward Aswan and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, check out from the cruise and begin your final day in Aswan.
Philae Temple
Take a short boat ride across the Nile to the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis.
Explore the temple’s impressive pylons, columns, sanctuaries, and reliefs while learning about its fascinating history and relocation to protect it from the waters of Lake Nasser.
Aswan High Dam
Continue to the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects.
Learn about its role in water management, electricity generation, and the creation of Lake Nasser.
Lunch & Return Journey
Enjoy lunch before beginning your journey back toward Hurghada.
Depending on the transportation arrangements, you will travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, with the planned rail connection from Aswan toward Qena where applicable.
Continue by road to Hurghada and arrive at your hotel, concluding your unforgettable 5-day Nile Cruise adventure.
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