4 Day Cruise from Aswan to Luxor Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

4 Day Cruise from Aswan to Luxor Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

By Emo Tours Sweden

Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
4d
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Experience the magic of southern Egypt as you sail along the legendary Nile River on a luxurious 5-star cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Explore ancient temples, iconic landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes — from the majestic Abu Simbel Temples to the Valley of the Kings. Enjoy all-inclusive onboard meals, guided tours with a professional Egyptologist, and a once-in-a-lifetime hot air balloon ride over Luxor.

Highlights:

4-day, 3-night 5 Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

Explore Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor’s ancient sites

Professional Egyptologist guide and all transfers included

Luxurious accommodation with full-board meals

Optional pickup and drop-off from east or west bank hotels

Activity location

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

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4 Day Cruise from Aswan to Luxor Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

4d
English

Pickup included

Travelers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00

Price details

P 41,272.69 x 1 AdultP 41,272.69

Total

10% off

What's included, what's not

Egyptologist guide throughout the tour
Meet & assist service by English-speaking representatives
3 nights’ accommodation on a 5★ Nile Cruise (Full Board: breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Folkloric and belly dance shows on board
Small-group Abu Simbel tour with English-speaking guide
Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor
All transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
Entry fees to all listed sites (customizable)
Tipping for guide, driver, and cruise staff
Drinks and Wi-Fi onboard the cruise (available for an extra charge)
Personal expenses and optional activities
Lunch on the last day (optional)

Know before you book

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan & Sightseeing

3 stops
Meals: lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Your cruise will be one of the following: M/S Royal Adventure M/S Kira M/S Prince Omar M/S Club Adventure

Aswan

Meet your Emo Tours Sweden representative at Aswan Airport, train station, or your hotel for transfer to your 5★ Nile Cruise.

Aswan High Dam

1h
Admission ticket not included

Check in before lunch and enjoy your first meal onboard. Visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel built in 1960 to control flooding and generate electricity.

Temple of Philae

2h
Admission ticket not included

Then, take a motorboat to the stunning Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Return to the cruise for dinner, a folklore show, and overnight stay in Aswan.

Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples & Kom Ombo

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Your cruise will be one of the following: M/S Royal Adventure M/S Kira M/S Prince Omar M/S Club Adventure

Abu Simbel Temples

8h
Admission ticket not included

Early morning pickup (around 4:30 AM) for a shared tour to the Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt’s most impressive ancient monuments built by Ramses II and his beloved Queen Nefertari. Return to the cruise by noon for lunch, then sail towards Kom Ombo.

Temple of Kom Ombo

1h
Admission ticket not included

Explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Horus. Dinner and overnight on board while sailing to Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu Temple & Luxor

2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Your cruise will be one of the following: M/S Royal Adventure M/S Kira M/S Prince Omar M/S Club Adventure

Temple of Horus

2h
Admission ticket not included

After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage ride with your guide to the Temple of Horus at Edfu — the best-preserved temple in Egypt. Sail to Luxor, passing through the Esna Lock, and enjoy lunch and afternoon tea on the sun deck.

Luxor Temple

2h
Admission ticket not included

Upon arrival in Luxor, visit the magnificent Luxor Temple (and Karnak Temple if time allows). Dinner onboard followed by an evening belly dance show. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 4: Hot Air Balloon, Luxor Highlights & Departure

5 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

Luxor

2h

Early morning (around 5:00 AM), enjoy a breathtaking Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor’s West Bank for panoramic views of the ancient city.

Valley of the Kings

2h
Admission ticket not included

After breakfast and checkout, begin your West Bank tour: Valley of the Kings – explore royal tombs of the New Kingdom

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari

2h
Admission ticket not included

Temple of Hatshepsut – the beautiful mortuary temple of Egypt’s only female pharaoh

Colossi of Memnon

1h
Admission ticket not included

Colossi of Memnon – giant twin statues of Amenhotep III Optional lunch at a local restaurant.

Temple of Karnak

2h
Admission ticket not included

End the tour with visiting the vast Karnak Temple Complex, the largest in Egypt. Your tour ends with a transfer to your Luxor hotel, train station, or airport.

Location

Activity location

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

Meeting/Redemption Point

Aswan
- Aswan, Egypt

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