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Nile Cruises: The 15 Best Sailings Between Aswan and Luxor

34 tours  ·  from $240 a head

Three nights covers Kom Ombo, Edfu and the temples at either end, with Abu Simbel bolted on before dawn. These 15 compare boats, board arrangements and which direction sails better, with full prices per head.

4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day one: the High Dam and Philae Temple
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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

1.4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,142 reviews · from $349Our pick

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a five-star Nile ship, with guided visits to Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. Early mornings are part of the deal. English-speaking guides such as Mohamed Gobran and Saber add clear explanations and careful organization, while the hot-air balloon ride gives you a sunrise view over Luxor’s west bank.

“Trip of a lifetime. If you want to see Abu Simbel, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Karnak and Luxor temples and have a balloon ride in a short time. This trip is for you. Early starts, cruising the Nile and the best Egyptologist as a guide - Mohamed GonRead more”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon - Day one: the High Dam and Philae Temple
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon

2.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,023 reviews · from $340

Spend three nights on a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with stops at Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and Luxor Temple. An Egyptologist guide such as Mohamed Abdo, Hady, or Mido Mosa leads the sightseeing. The trip also includes full-board meals and a Luxor balloon flight, though you should confirm whether sunrise is included.

“This trip was awesome. The boat was excellent. Staff, food, service all perfect. Our guide for tours was fabulous!! Many was very knowledgeable and saw to our every need”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon - Day two: Abu Simbel before breakfast
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon

3.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 612 reviews · from $329

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor for three nights, with Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. You also get a sunrise hot-air balloon flight, meals, transfers, and an Egyptology guide. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, and Ahmed Shawky Ali have received especially strong praise. Entrance fees and drinks cost extra.

“Firstly our tour guide Mohamed was great, he was both informative and accommodating. The rooms were basic but clean & the food was good. The experience over all was great and we loved getting to see all the amazing temples and cruise down the Nile. I would have preferred the experience to be a little more relaxed as there was abit to much crammed into only a few days. I think the spices, perfume and stone making tours could have been avoided along with the visit to the high dam. With the early mornings 4/5 am starts each day it would have been nicer to replace these experiences with more…”

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From Aswan: 4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Guide - Day one: Philae Temple and your first Nile evening
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From Aswan: 4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Guide

4.4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 593 reviews · 4 days · from $830

Sail three nights from Aswan to Luxor on a full-board 5-star Nile cruise with private guiding. Visit Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut, and the Valley of the Kings. Add Abu Simbel on day two. Guides such as Mary, Mariam, Ahmed Sony, and Manal have been praised for clear explanations and patient service.

“My experience with this tour and Zeinab as our tour operator was absolutely exceptional! From start to finish, everything was organized to perfection. Zeinab’s professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care for every guest made the trip unforgettable. Zeinab went above and beyond to ensure everyone felt comfortable and had a great time, offering insights and answering questions with a friendly and engaging approach. The itinerary was well-paced and thoughtfully planned, with plenty of time to explore and enjoy the sights. Every detail was handled seamlessly, making it stress-free and enjoyable. I would highly recommend booking this tour - you won’t regret it! Thank you for an amazing experienc...”

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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day one: the High Dam and Philae Temple
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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

5.4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 509 reviews · from $320

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a full-board Nile ship, with an Egyptologist guide, Abu Simbel by road, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. The final morning brings a hot-air balloon ride over Luxor. Guides may include Mahmoud, Mohamed Gobran, or Ahmed Shawky Ali.

“What a brilliant experience! I highly recommend! Mohammed Gobran was an exceptional guide! So graceful and patient! He organised the trip very well - all arrangements ran smoothly and without any issue! He is very informative and provided good historical detail for all the attractions. He communicated the plans in such a helpful manner and was so accommodating of any personal requests. The boat is great too, the staff and service were very good! Friendly and welcoming! The food is great, with such variety and flavour, and the rooms are comfortable for a short stay. We did all items on the itinerary and had ample time at each site to…”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor - Private Tour - Day three: Edfu, Karnak, and Luxor Temple
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor – Private Tour

6.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · from $504

Travel from Aswan to Luxor aboard a deluxe Nile cruise with a private Egyptologist, visiting Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Your package includes transfers, three nights, meals, entrance fees, and bottled water. Abu Simbel and a Luxor hot-air balloon ride cost extra.

“Every staff on board is really nice. The food is really nice. Our guide is really nice. The whole trip is really nice!!! I’m so glad I booked this trip with this company and this boat.”

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4-Days Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon - Day one: the High Dam and Philae Temple
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4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

7.4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 356 reviews · from $329

Sail from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star cruise boat with meals, temple visits, Abu Simbel, an Edfu horse-drawn carriage ride, and a sunrise balloon flight. Guides such as Khaled, Mina, Talaat Abdo, and Aida have earned strong praise, though ships and sailing time can vary.

“The cruise was fantastic and the food was amazing the tour guide mr Mina was speaking English very clearly and he gave us a lot of information. Everything was very organized”

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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor With Balloon and Abu Simbel - Day two: Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, and a long day
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4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor With Balloon and Abu Simbel

8.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor With Balloon and Abu Simbel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 327 reviews · from $311

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile ship, with Egyptologist-led visits to Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, and the Valley of the Kings. The package includes Abu Simbel, a 35 to 45-minute hot-air balloon flight, meals, transfers, and three nights onboard. Guides such as Ahmed Shawky Ali and Mohamed Gobran are known for clear explanations and careful organization.

“I have been to many cruises worldwide...but this was by far the best. The crue was very professional and feoendly. Especially the guide, Mohammed Gobran, he's a great guide and a very nice person...5 stars.. Recommended.”

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4-Days Nile Cruise Aswan&Luxor,Hot Air Balloon&Abu Simbel.Hot deal - Day one: Philae, the High Dam, and your first night aboard
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4-Days Nile Cruise Aswan&Luxor,Hot Air Balloon&Abu Simbel.Hot deal

9.4-Days Nile Cruise Aswan&Luxor,Hot Air Balloon&Abu Simbel.Hot deal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 322 reviews · from $524

This four-day private group journey links Aswan and Luxor by Nile cruise, with Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, and Luxor Temple. You also get a sunrise hot air balloon ride. Guides such as Zakaria, Mohamed Wafa, and Tarek have earned strong praise, but confirm your exact ship before booking.

“The trip was simply amazing. The staff on the boat are very friendly and courteous. Food was good and different variety everyday. It was the best way to experience Egypt and see many temples possible short amount of time. Only downside- be prepare to wake up at 4 am daily but it was worth it. Our tour guide Zakaria was awesome and very knowledgeable. Zakaria answered all of our questions and was willing to do extra things to make sure we were enjoying our trip. Few of us on the boat wanted to go to a local Hookah Bar on our own, but Zakaria volunteered to take us so we…”

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2 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor - Day 1: Leaving Aswan and settling into the ship
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2 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

10.2 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 311 reviews · from $320

Travel from Aswan to Luxor aboard a private-cabin Nile cruise with full-board meals, river views, and select hotel pickup. You board around 11:30 AM, spend two nights on the ship, and check out in Luxor at about 8:00 AM. Temple visits are not included, but extra stops may be arranged at an added cost.

“Comida ok; pessoal simpático; 2 noites foi o suficiente; para um casal ok, para casal com filhos tenha atenção a reservar o quarto, puseram uma cadeira de praia a fazer de cama (para um miúdo de 13 anos). Se quer algum glamour ou conforto, escolha outro. Este é em modo “budget”.”

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From Aswan:4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon - Day 1: High Dam and Philae in Aswan
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From Aswan:4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon

11.4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 310 reviews · 4 days · from $450

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile ship, with an Egyptologist guide such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, or Ahmed Shawky Ali. You will visit Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings, then float over Luxor by hot air balloon. Expect early starts, a packed schedule, and extra local fees for entrance tickets and tips.

“It was a very nice experience, loved the itnerary was made 1) the tour guide Mahmood was very knowledgeable, patient and helpful , highly recommended 2) the rooms on the cruise were great and very comfortable 3) itenrary was well made Cons: 1) food on cruise could have been better 2) wifi on cruise was chargeable and still did not work”

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From Luxor: 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan and Hot Air Balloon - Day 1: Karnak, Luxor Temple, and a felucca on the river
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From Luxor: 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan and Hot Air Balloon

12.3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 297 reviews · 4 days · from $1,100

Spend 3 nights aboard a 5-star Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, with private guides, a felucca ride, sunrise balloon flight, and visits to Karnak, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Abu Simbel. Daily WhatsApp support helps with transfers and schedule changes. Spanish, French, German, Arabic, and English guides are available.

“The cruise was wonderful. Loved every day, excellent cabin, food and a lovely boat. Spent hours on the top deck, swimming, reading and writing, and watching the scenic Nile banks go by. The excursions to see the relics were well done with excellent guides. Arwa was really great in following up with us and making sure everything went well. Loved those buffet breakfasts in the morning, and also the evening dinners. I would recommend this cruise to anyone, regarding less of age. They even had a foam pool party one day!”

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Private 04 Days Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor - Day one: Aswan, the High Dam, Philae, and the Unfinished Obelisk
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Private 04 Days Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

13.Private 04 Days Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · from $640

Sail from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star standard Nile cruise, with three nights, meals, private transfers, and an English-speaking Egyptologist. Visit Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, and Luxor Temple. Ask if Ahmed Sliem is available as your guide.

“Great experience, I travelled with my son and we had a privte Guide Mahmoud, who knows a lot and taught us much of the interesting Egyptian history.”

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Egypt: Private 5-Day Tour, Nile Cruise, Flights & Balloon - Luxor from the air, then through the tombs
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Egypt: Private 5-Day Tour, Nile Cruise, Flights & Balloon

14.Egypt: Private 5-Day Tour, Nile Cruise, Flights & Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 248 reviews · 5 days · from $1,400

See Egypt’s headline sights in five packed days, from Giza and Tutankhamun’s mask to Luxor’s tombs, a hot-air balloon, Abu Simbel, and Old Cairo. Private guides such as Jasmine, Eva, Nada, and Muhammad have earned strong praise, while the standard five-star cruise, included flights, and round-the-clock WhatsApp support keep the route moving.

“Manal is my guide, she has many knowledge and answered every questions. And also she is a good photographer!”

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6 Days Hypnotic Cairo & Nile Cruise Tour Package - Day 2: Giza, Khufu, and the Egyptian Museum
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6 Days Hypnotic Cairo & Nile Cruise Tour Package

15.6 Days Hypnotic Cairo & Nile Cruise Tour Package

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 248 reviews · from $1,646

This six-day Egypt package pairs Cairo’s pyramids and Egyptian Museum with a three-night deluxe Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Expect airport assistance, domestic flights, private air-conditioned transfers, guided visits, full-board cruise meals, and Cairo guides such as Essam Elsayed, Reham Sabry, or Mohammed Elshemei, subject to assignment.

“My Family and I had an amazing time during our 8 day Cairo, Aswan and Nile Crusie to Luxor Tour. From the moment we arrived in Cairo, the Egypt portal team met and guided us the entire way on this tour. They Carefully and meticulously overRead more”

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