Overview
For travelers seeking something beyond the standard Nile cruise, Lake Nasser offers a completely different experience — vast, silent, and profoundly beautiful. This enormous lake, created by the Aswan High Dam, stretches 550 kilometers into Sudan and is dotted with ancient temples rescued from the rising waters. Your cruise from Aswan visits these remarkable sites: the temples of Kalabsha, Beit el-Wali, and the Kiosk of Qertassi on the lake's northern shores; Wadi el-Seboua with its avenue of sphinxes; the temple of Amada, one of Egypt's oldest with vibrant original paint; and the spectacular rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel as your grand finale. Between temple visits, the cruise offers absolute tranquility — no other boats in sight, just the deep blue water, golden desert shores, and spectacular sunsets. Wildlife sightings may include Nile crocodiles, desert foxes, and numerous bird species. Lake Nasser Cruise 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 and Kalabsha embarkation (Day 1)
Board near Lake Nasser and visit Kalabsha Temple, Beit el-Wali or nearby monuments depending on the cruise schedule.
Wadi el-Seboua temples (Day 2)
Sail across Lake Nasser toward remote Nubian temples where the landscape feels very different from the Nile cruise route.
Amada and desert scenery (Day 3)
Explore temples rescued from the rising lake waters and enjoy quiet desert views between visits.
Abu Simbel and disembarkation (Day 4)
Reach Abu Simbel for the temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari before disembarkation or onward transfer.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 4 days/3 nights full-board cruise
- All temple excursions with guide
- Entrance fees to all sites
- Abu Simbel Sound & Light Show
- 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
- 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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private tour | 3 Nights 4 Days | $640 | $640 | $660 | $995 | |
| Private tour | 3 Nights 4 Days | $815 | $815 | $835 | $1,155 | |
| Private tour | 4 Nights 5 Days | $865 | $865 | $885 | $1,340 | |
| Private tour | 4 Nights 5 Days | $1,085 | $1,085 | $1,115 | $1,545 |
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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