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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 Deir el-Bahri
4.9 (8 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.
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  • 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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  • 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.
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Egypt Gift Tours
River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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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. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Aswan

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit High Dam (built 1960)
    • Visit Philae Temple by motorboat
    Landmarks
    High Dam
    Philae Temple
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  3. Day 2

    Abu Simbel - Kom Ombo - Edfu

    Abu Simbel - Kom Ombo - Edfu
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5 star deluxe cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Abu Simbel temples (shared group tour)
    • Visit Kom Ombo dual temple
    Landmarks
    Abu Simbel Temples
    Kom Ombo Temple
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  4. Day 3

    Edfu - Luxor

    Edfu - Luxor
    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast on board), Lunch (Lunch on board), Afternoon Tea (Afternoon tea on the sundeck), Dinner (Dinner on board with belly dancing show)
    Accommodation
    Berth / Cabin (5 star deluxe cruise)

    Included Activities

    • Horse carriage ride to Edfu Temple
    • Visit Edfu Temple of Horus
    • Visit Luxor Temple

    Optional Activities

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

    Luxor

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

    Included Activities

    • Hot air balloon ride (30-40 minutes)
    • Visit Valley of the Kings
    • Visit Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
    • Photo stop at Memnon Colossi
    • Visit Karnak Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Lunch in a local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Valley of the Kings
    Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
    Colossi of Memnon
    Karnak Temple
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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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  • Susan5.0•February 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
  • Leesa
    Leesa5.0•February 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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    • Night view from a cruise ship entering a lock on the Nile.
    • Golden sunset over the Nile silhouettes palm trees and a sailboat.
    • Color-saturated Nubian style café with blue benches and sand floor.
    • Elegant stone kiosk with papyrus-style columns on Philae Island against blue sky.
    • Front view of Abu Simbel’s colossal statues and entrance in bright sunlight.
    • Glass artisan shaping delicate pieces using a torch with bright flame.
    • Colorful wall reliefs and hieroglyphics inside an ancient Egyptian tomb.
    • Illuminated ruins of Luxor Temple reflected in the Nile River at night.
    • Traveler riding a horse-drawn carriage through a lively city street at night.
    • Distant Kom Ombo Temple framed by tall palm trees under streaky clouds.
    • Weathered stone columns and walls of an ancient archaeological dig site.
    • Colorful hot-air balloon floating above hazy landscape at dawn.
    • Traditional felucca sailboat gliding on the Nile with crew beneath a billowing sail.
    Traveled in February 2026
  • Carole5.0•February 2026
    This was the tour of a lifetime and we enjoyed every minute. We learned so much about the people and their history....
    Show more
    Traveled in February 2026
  • Fokke4.0•November 2025
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    All appointments were neatly kept, saves stress.
    Traveled in November 2025
  • Ferdinand
    Ferdinand5.0•August 2025
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    Great service, friendly staff, great room
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  • Nan5.0•December 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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    Traveled in December 2024
  • Laura5.0•December 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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    Traveled in December 2024
  • Anonymous5.0•December 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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  • M

    Marina

    Asked on January 1st, 2026

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

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    • 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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