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4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor Including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

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From Aswan to Luxor
4.9
8 traveler reviews
  • Man holding a sign on a boat on the Nile River.
  • Hot air balloon flying over ancient statues in Egypt.
  • Interior view of a hotel room with bed and curtains.
  • Group photo from a hot air balloon.
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    Susan, traveled in February
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  • Tourists by a body of water and ruins.
  • Ancient statues and temple ruins.
  • Woman taking a selfie from a hot air balloon with desert landscape.
  • Group of tourists in front of the statues at Abu Simbel.
  • Luxury cabin with a view of the river
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Egypt Gift Tours
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 20
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Aswan

    Start point
    Aswan, Egypt (Aswan airport, train station or Aswan East bank hotels., 08:00 - 11:00)
    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5 star deluxe cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Visit the High Dam
    • Visit Philae Temple by motorboat
    Landmarks
    High Dam
    Philae Temple
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  2. Day 2

    Aswan - Edfu

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5 star deluxe cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Abu Simbel temples trip (sharing small group)
    • Visit Kom Ombo dual temple
    Landmarks
    Abu Simbel Temples
    Kom Ombo Temple
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  3. Day 3

    Edfu - Luxor

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5 star deluxe cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Horse carriage ride to Temple of Horus at Edfu
    • Visit Temple of Horus at Edfu
    • Sailing on Nile River to Luxor
    • Cross Esna Lock
    • Visit Luxor Temple on East bank
    • Belly dancing show

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Karnak Temple (if arrival at Luxor dock by 3:00-3:30 pm)
    Landmarks
    Temple of Horus at Edfu
    Luxor Temple
    Karnak Temple
    Esna Lock
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  4. Day 4

    Luxor

    End point
    Luxor, Egypt (Luxor Airport, Train Station or Luxor East Bank Hotels., 15:00 - 16:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Hot Air Balloon ride over west bank of Luxor (30 to 40 minutes)
    • Valley of the Kings visit
    • Mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari visit
    • Memnon statues photo stop
    • Karnak temple visit

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Valley of the Kings
    Mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut
    Colossi of Memnon
    Karnak temple
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  • 5 star deluxe cruise

    Berth / Cabin
    Days 1, 2, 3

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Traveler Moments

  • Elegant stone kiosk with papyrus-style columns on Philae Island against blue sky.
  • Colorful hot-air balloon floating above hazy landscape at dawn.
  • Glass artisan shaping delicate pieces using a torch with bright flame.
  • Illuminated ruins of Luxor Temple reflected in the Nile River at night.
  • Night view from a cruise ship entering a lock on the Nile.
  • Distant Kom Ombo Temple framed by tall palm trees under streaky clouds.
  • Front view of Abu Simbel’s colossal statues and entrance in bright sunlight.
  • Colorful wall reliefs and hieroglyphics inside an ancient Egyptian tomb.
  • Weathered stone columns and walls of an ancient archaeological dig site.
  • Color-saturated Nubian style café with blue benches and sand floor.
  • Golden sunset over the Nile silhouettes palm trees and a sailboat.
  • Traditional felucca sailboat gliding on the Nile with crew beneath a billowing sail.
  • Traveler riding a horse-drawn carriage through a lively city street at night.

Traveler Reviews

4.9
Overall rating based on 8 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.8
  • Transport
    5.0
  • Guide
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.3
  • Tour Operator
    4.8

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  • S
    February 14th, 2026
    This river cruise was everything and more than I expected. The crew were attentive and kind and wanted to make us...
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    Traveled in February 2026
  • 4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor Including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon reviewer 2
    February 14th, 2026
    Our 4-day 3-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor was booked through Project Expedition. We were so fortunate that the...
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    • Traveler riding a horse-drawn carriage through a lively city street at night.
    • Weathered stone columns and walls of an ancient archaeological dig site.
    • Color-saturated Nubian style café with blue benches and sand floor.
    • Illuminated ruins of Luxor Temple reflected in the Nile River at night.
    • Elegant stone kiosk with papyrus-style columns on Philae Island against blue sky.
    • Glass artisan shaping delicate pieces using a torch with bright flame.
    • Traditional felucca sailboat gliding on the Nile with crew beneath a billowing sail.
    • Colorful hot-air balloon floating above hazy landscape at dawn.
    • Night view from a cruise ship entering a lock on the Nile.
    • Front view of Abu Simbel’s colossal statues and entrance in bright sunlight.
    • Distant Kom Ombo Temple framed by tall palm trees under streaky clouds.
    • Colorful wall reliefs and hieroglyphics inside an ancient Egyptian tomb.
    • Golden sunset over the Nile silhouettes palm trees and a sailboat.
    Traveled in February 2026
  • C
    February 14th, 2026
    This was the tour of a lifetime and we enjoyed every minute. We learned so much about the people and their history....
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  • F
    November 29th, 2025
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    All appointments were neatly kept, saves stress.
    Traveled in November 2025
  • 4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor Including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon reviewer 5
    August 29th, 2025
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    Great service, friendly staff, great room
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  • N
    December 31st, 2024
    The cruise and tours were such a great experience for us adults and our children alike. Heba was a star in organizing...
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  • L
    December 7th, 2024
    We had a wonderful time on our trip from Aswan to Luxor. Our English guide Ahmed El madhy was great. He spoke very...
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  • A
    December 7th, 2024
    We had a wonderful time on our trip from Aswan to Luxor. Our English guide Ahmed El madhy was great. He spoke very...
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    Marina

    Asked on January 1st, 2026

    May I ask the name of the ship departing on Mar 9 from Aswan?

    Tour Details
    • Egypt Gift ToursOperator•Written January 2026

      We use 5 star deluxe cruise options for all our travel dates. For Monday, 9th.March, we might be using one of the following cruise options:-
      MS/ Lady Carol Nile Cruise (totally renovated in 2024)
      MS/ Lady Mary Nile Cruise (totally renovated in 2025)
      MS/ Amwaj Nile Cruise
      MS/ Magic 2 Nile Cruise (totally renovated in 2024)
      MS/ Jaz Crown Jubliee Nile Cruise

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      Marina

      Traveler•Written January 2026

      Just to confirm if the price quoted including the entry fees? If not, how much should we expect to pay?

    • Egypt Gift ToursOperator•Written January 2026

      *You will need to pay all the entrance fees to the sightseeing by credit card or visa card except the High Dam and motorboat to Philae temple in Egyptian money cash*

      Here is a list of all the entrance fees to the sightseeing mentioned in the 3 Nights cruise+Abu Simbel itinerary *per person*
      -High Dam 200 eg.pound per person in Egyptian money cash
      Philae temple 550 eg.pounds
      Abu Simbel 822 eg.pounds
      Kom Ombo temple 450 eg.pounds
      Edfu temple 550 eg.pounds
      Karnak temple 600 eg.pounds
      Luxor temple 500 eg.pounds
      V.of the kings 750 eg.pounds+ *20 eg.pounds for the mini-train*
      Hatshepsut temple 440 eg.pounds+ *20 eg.pounds for the mini-train*
      Total 4902 eg.pounds per person
      *Motorboat to Philae temple 600 eg.pounds in cash for the group*

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    Darren

    Asked on December 28th, 2025

    Which ship departs for the cruise and where can I see its deck plans

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    • Egypt Gift ToursOperator•Written December 2025

      Thursday from Aswan To Luxor has very limited boat options, however Wednesdays or Fridays are highly recommended with many cruise options and 100% guaranteed departure. For Thursday, 15th. Jan, we might be using one of the following boats: M/S Nile Crown 2 Nile Cruise, M/S Alessandra Nile Cruise, M/S Nile Plaza Nile Cruise or Similar

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    Chelsea

    Asked on December 17th, 2025

    I want to book a exact date cruise from Aswan to Luxor on Dec 29th, as my last cruise provider canceled last minute. I see you have a guarantee departure sailing on Dec 29th. Could you provide the name of the ship and confirm this ship is 100% real and sailing on the date? And I see you have a couple different offerings: is there any difference between them?

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      Chelsea

      Traveler•Written December 2025

      Please let me know soon if you can confirm a cabin for Dec 29th, I would like to make a booking if the sailing date is guaranteed.

    • Egypt Gift ToursOperator•Written December 2025

      Unfortunately, the 5 star deluxe cruise options are fully booked on the 29th.Dec

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    Jessica

    Asked on November 15th, 2025

    Could you tell me the name of cruise ship? What special price may you offer us?

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    • Egypt Gift ToursOperator•Written November 2025

      We use 5 star deluxe cruise options, here is a list of our top options for Fridays: -MS/ Sameramis 1 or 3 Nile -MS/ Royal Elite Nile Cruise (totally renovated in 2024) -MS/ Blue Shadow 2 or 5 Nile Cruise -MS/ Ciela Nile Cruise (Luxury boat, totally renovated in 2024 and launched in 2025) -MS/ Golden Boat Nile Cruise (totally renovated in 2025) We can give you a special price and discount to be 750$ USD per person

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    Olivia

    Asked on August 16th, 2025

    Could you tell me the name of cruise ships on Wednesday departure and on Monday departure?

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    • Egypt Gift ToursOperator•Written August 2025

      We have several cruise ship options for Monday and Wednesday departures:

      Monday Cruises from Aswan To Luxor:
      - MS/Lady Carol Nile Cruise
      - MS/ Iberotel Crown Empror Nile Cruise
      - MS/ Adonis Nile Cruise
      - MS/ Jaz Crown Jubliee Nile Cruise

      Wednesday Cruises:
      - MS/ Olivia Nile Cruise
      - MS/ Royal Beau Rivage Nile Cruise
      - MS/ Le Fayan 2 Nile Cruise
      - MS/ Ziena Nile Cruise
      - MS/ Beau Soleil

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    Nicola

    Asked on October 11th, 2024

    share the entrance fares

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    • Egypt Gift ToursOperator•Written October 2024

      Here is a list of all the entrance fees to the sightseeing mentioned in the 3 Nights or 4 Nights cruise+Abu Simbel itinerary per person: High Dam 200 eg.pound per person in Egyptian money cash, Philae temple 450 eg.pounds, Abu Simbel 615 eg.pounds, Kom Ombo temple 360 eg.pounds, Edfu temple 450 eg.pounds, Karnak temple 450 eg.pounds, Luxor temple 400 eg.pounds, V.of the kings 600 eg.pounds+ 20 eg.pounds for the mini-train, Hatshepsut temple 360 eg.pounds+ 20 eg.pounds for the mini-train. Total 3925 eg.pounds per person.

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