Overview
For travelers who want to experience it all, our 7-night Nile cruise is the definitive Egyptian journey. This round-trip itinerary from Luxor gives you the luxury of time — time to explore both banks of Luxor in depth, including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. As you sail south, you'll spend unhurried mornings on deck watching village life along the riverbanks, with stops at Edfu and Kom Ombo timed for the best light. The extended stay in Aswan allows for a full day at leisure — perhaps taking the optional Abu Simbel excursion — before the return journey north. The cruise combines relaxation with comprehensive sightseeing, ensuring you truly understand the rhythm of the Nile. All meals, guided excursions, and evening entertainment are included. 7-Night Nile Cruise Full Egypt is organized as a day-by-day Nile program with embarkation details, temple visits, sailing or transfer logic and optional extensions explained clearly. Each cruise day now shows what you see, why it matters and how the route connects Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan. Trip information Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights Schedule: Set sailing days; confirmed with your dates Tour location: Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan Pickup location: Luxor or Aswan, depending on the sailing direction Tour type: Private
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Embarkation in Luxor and East Bank
- Luxor West Bank: Valley of the Kings
- Esna lock and Edfu: Sail south through the Esna lock and take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
- Kom Ombo and Aswan: The double temple of Sobek and Haroeris
- Aswan and Abu Simbel: Early departure to the temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari at Abu Simbel
- Nubian village and sailing north: A morning motorboat trip to a Nubian village on Elephantine Island
- Luxor sites you chose to keep back: Return to Luxor for the sites left out earlier in the week
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide throughout
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Embarkation in Luxor and East Bank
Board at midday, then visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple with your Egyptologist. Overnight moored in Luxor.
Day 2: Luxor West Bank
Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, with the afternoon free on the sun deck. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 3: Esna lock and Edfu
Sail south through the Esna lock and take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus at Edfu. Overnight sailing towards Kom Ombo.
Day 4: Kom Ombo and Aswan
The double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then continue to Aswan for the evening.
Day 5: Aswan and optional Abu Simbel
Visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple. If you add the optional early excursion to the temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari at Abu Simbel, its return is coordinated with the Aswan visits. The additional cost and transport are confirmed separately; airline tickets are excluded.
Day 6: Nubian village and sailing north
A morning motorboat trip to a Nubian village on Elephantine Island, then begin the return leg downstream. Overnight sailing.
Day 7: Luxor sites you chose to keep back
Return to Luxor for the sites left out earlier in the week, such as Medinet Habu, the Ramesseum or the Luxor Museum.
Day 8: Disembarkation
Breakfast on board and transfer to Luxor airport, the train station or your onward hotel.
Holiday departures: Easter and Christmas sailings follow the same route with a festive gala dinner and a full-board holiday programme. These dates carry a supplement and sell out early.
Your guide confirms each excursion time before you go ashore, and the boat schedule sets a steady rhythm for the day.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 7 nights full-board accommodation
- All guided excursions throughout
- Dedicated Egyptologist guide
- All entrance fees
- Round-trip transfers
- Meet and assist for cruise embarkation and disembarkation
- Accommodation onboard in selected cabin category when included in the final quote
- Meals onboard according to the confirmed cruise program
- Guided sightseeing in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan as listed
- Private transfers between airport, hotel, station and cruise when listed
- The tour price includes all standard admission tickets required for the visits and activities listed in this itinerary. Optional visits and special-access upgrades outside the listed itinerary cost extra.
Excluded
- Drinks package
- Tips
- Abu Simbel excursion
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional Abu Simbel unless confirmed
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
- Any visit not listed in the final program
- Domestic and international airline tickets are not included.
Prices by Group Size
Every amount is the USD price for one traveler, not the total booking price. Choose the row that matches your group size.
| Travelers | Price per traveler |
|---|---|
| 1 Traveler | $2,822 per travelerTotal for 1 traveler: $2,822 |
| 2 Travelers | $2,099 per travelerTotal for 2 travelers: $4,198 |
| 3 Travelers | $2,029 per travelerTotal for 3 travelers: $6,087 |
| 4 Travelers | $2,029 per travelerTotal for 4 travelers: $8,116 |
| 5 Travelers | $2,029 per travelerTotal for 5 travelers: $10,145 |
| 6 or More Travelers | $2,029 per travelerFrom $12,174 total for 6 travelers |
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Pricing Information
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Children Policy
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