Overview
Short on time but don't want to miss the Nile cruise experience? This 3-night itinerary from Aswan to Luxor packs the highlights into a compact but unhurried journey. Board your comfortable cruise ship in Aswan and spend your first afternoon exploring the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautiful island temple of Philae. As you sail downstream, the landscape transforms from Aswan's granite boulders to the lush farmland of the Nile Valley. Stops include the crocodile temple of Kom Ombo — breathtaking at sunset — and the near-perfect Temple of Horus at Edfu, reached by traditional horse-drawn carriage. The cruise culminates in Luxor, where you'll explore the vast Karnak complex and graceful Luxor Temple before disembarking. This is the ideal itinerary for travelers who want the full Nile cruise experience in a shorter timeframe. 3-Night Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor 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.
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Private route with confirmed timing
- Local coordination and direct support
- Flexible pacing for your group
Detailed Itinerary
Aswan embarkation, High Dam and Philae (Day 1)
Board in Aswan and visit the High Dam area, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple by boat before settling into your cabin.
Kom Ombo and Edfu (Day 2)
Sail north to Kom Ombo for the double temple of Sobek and Horus, then continue toward Edfu with time to enjoy the river scenery.
Luxor West and East Bank (Day 3)
Arrive in Luxor for the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak or Luxor Temple according to the cruise timing.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 3 nights full-board accommodation
- All guided excursions
- Egyptologist guide
- All entrance fees
- Airport/hotel 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
Excluded
- Drinks
- Tips
- Optional extras
- Travel insurance
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional Abu Simbel unless confirmed
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
- Any visit not listed in the final program
Prices & Packages
Prices are quoted in USD per person. Final quote depends on travel date, availability and hotel or cruise category.
| Package | Season | From | Triple | Double | Single | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard accommodation | May to August | $689 | $689 | $745 | $935 | |
| Standard accommodation | September to April | $785 | $785 | $850 | $1,070 | |
| Deluxe accommodation | May to August | $880 | $880 | $950 | $1,195 | |
| Deluxe accommodation | September to April | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,080 | $1,360 | |
| Ultra deluxe accommodation | May to August | $1,090 | $1,090 | $1,175 | $1,480 | |
| Ultra deluxe accommodation | September to April | $1,255 | $1,255 | $1,355 | $1,705 | |
| Luxury accommodation | May to August | $1,325 | $1,325 | $1,430 | $1,800 | |
| Luxury accommodation | September to April | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,620 | $2,040 |
Reference pricing is aligned with comparable Luxor & Aswan routes. Confirm seasonal availability before booking.
Pricing Information
The final price depends on travel date, availability, category and traveler count. Currency conversions are estimates updated from the central rate setting.
Children Policy
Child rates depend on age, room occupancy and the hotel or cruise policy. Send each child age for a confirmed quote.
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