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4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Abu Simbel from Hurghada

Overview

Embark on a seamless historic getaway with a 4-day Nile cruise package starting with direct private transfers from Hurghada to Upper Egypt. Designed for travelers seeking to combine a Red Sea stay with Egypt’s ancient wonders, this comprehensive itinerary links Hurghada, Aswan, and Luxor aboard a 5-star river cruiser.

Led by experienced professional Egyptologist guides, your excursion begins with a comfortable transfer to Aswan to visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. Experience an early morning trip across the desert to witness Ramses II’s colossal temples at Abu Simbel before sailing down the Nile toward the dual-temple of Kom Ombo and the well-preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu. Upon reaching Luxor, enjoy an exhilarating sunrise hot air balloon flight over the West Bank before exploring the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the majestic Karnak and Luxor temples on the East Bank. Featuring full-board dining, authentic onboard entertainment, and round-trip transfers back to Hurghada, this tour offers an ideal heritage journey.

Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer from Hurghada, Arrival in Aswan & City Tours

Transfer from Hurghada:

Pick-up from your hotel in Hurghada and drive to Aswan in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

Arrival & Check-in:

Check in to your 5-star Nile cruise upon arrival in Aswan and enjoy lunch onboard.

Aswan High Dam:

Visit the engineering feat that controls the flow of the Nile and generates electricity.

Philae Temple:

Take a motorboat ride to Philae Island to explore the sacred Temple of Isis.

Evening:

Dinner onboard accompanied by a live Nubian folkloric show. Overnight stay in Aswan.

Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples & Kom Ombo Temple

Early Morning (Abu Simbel):

Depart early at 4:30 AM on an excursion to Abu Simbel to explore the rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.

Return & Sailing:

Return to the cruise ship by noon for lunch while sailing toward Kom Ombo.

Kom Ombo Temple:

Visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek (the crocodile god) and Haroeris (the falcon god).

Evening:

Dinner onboard while sailing toward Edfu. Overnight stay in Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu Temple, Esna Lock & Luxor Temple

Edfu Temple:

Morning horse-drawn carriage ride to explore the well-preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu.

Sailing to Luxor:

Relax and enjoy lunch onboard while sailing through the Nile Valley and crossing the Esna Lock toward Luxor.

Luxor East Bank:

Visit Luxor Temple on the East Bank, and if time permits, tour the grand Karnak Temple Complex.

Evening:

Dinner onboard featuring a traditional belly dance performance. Overnight stay in Luxor.

Day 4: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon, Luxor West Bank & Return to Hurghada

Early Morning (Hot Air Balloon):

Early morning pick-up for a hot air balloon flight offering aerial views over Luxor’s West Bank.

West Bank Tour:

Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon.

Karnak Temple:

Visit the massive Karnak Temple Complex on the East Bank, the largest ancient religious site in Egypt.

Return to Hurghada:

Transfer back to your hotel in Hurghada in a comfortable private vehicle.

Day 1: Transfer from Hurghada, Arrival in Aswan & City Tours

Transfer from Hurghada:Pick-up from your hotel in Hurghada and drive to Aswan in a private air-conditioned vehicle.Arrival & Check-in:Check in to your 5-star Nile cruise upon arrival in Aswan and enjoy lunch onboard.Aswan High Dam:Visit the engineering feat that controls the flow of the Nile and generates electricity.Philae Temple:Take a motorboat ride to Philae Island to explore the sacred Temple of Isis.Evening:Dinner onboard accompanied by a live Nubian folkloric show. Overnight stay in Aswan.

Day 2: Abu Simbel Temples & Kom Ombo Temple

Early Morning (Abu Simbel):Depart early at 4:30 AM on an excursion to Abu Simbel to explore the rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.Return & Sailing:Return to the cruise ship by noon for lunch while sailing toward Kom Ombo.Kom Ombo Temple:Visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek (the crocodile god) and Haroeris (the falcon god).Evening:Dinner onboard while sailing toward Edfu. Overnight stay in Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu Temple, Esna Lock & Luxor Temple

Edfu Temple:Morning horse-drawn carriage ride to explore the well-preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu.Sailing to Luxor:Relax and enjoy lunch onboard while sailing through the Nile Valley and crossing the Esna Lock toward Luxor.Luxor East Bank:Visit Luxor Temple on the East Bank, and if time permits, tour the grand Karnak Temple Complex.Evening:Dinner onboard featuring a traditional belly dance performance. Overnight stay in Luxor.

Day 4: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon, Luxor West Bank & Return to Hurghada

Early Morning (Hot Air Balloon):Early morning pick-up for a hot air balloon flight offering aerial views over Luxor’s West Bank.West Bank Tour:Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon.Karnak Temple:Visit the massive Karnak Temple Complex on the East Bank, the largest ancient religious site in Egypt.Return to Hurghada:Transfer back to your hotel in Hurghada in a comfortable private vehicle.

Includes/Excludes

Private round-trip transfers (Hurghada to Aswan / Luxor to Hurghada) in air-conditioned vehicles.
3 nights accommodation on a 5-star Nile Cruise (Full Board basis).
Shared excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples in an air-conditioned vehicle.
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon flight (30–45 minutes) over Luxor’s West Bank.
Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) aboard the cruise.
Guided sightseeing tours with an expert certified Egyptologist guide.
Onboard night entertainment and shows.
All applicable service charges and local taxes.

Entrance fees to the historical sites and ancient temples.
Personal expenses, tipping, and beverages (including bottled water).
Entry Visa for Egypt.
Any optional meals or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

Seasonal Rates

Summer Season (1 May – 30 September)

Price per person in DBL	$429
Single	$729
Child (6 – 11.99)	$278
Infant (0 – 5.99)	$0

Winter Season (1 October – 30 April)

Price per person in DBL	$509
Single	$865
Child (6 – 11.99)	$331
Infant (0 – 5.99)	$0

Peak Period (20 December – 9 January)

Price per person in DBL	$839
Single	$1426
Child (6 – 11.99)	$545
Infant (0 – 5.99)	$0

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