luxury Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan Blue Shadow

Aswan & Luxor

Description

Enjoy the Blue Shadow Nile Cruise on a Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise with a 5-day 4-night journey along the Nile River. Discover the beauty of Upper Egypt while visiting famous attractions such as Luxor Temple, Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae Temple. This Egyptian luxury cruise offers stylish cabins, excellent service, and relaxing onboard facilities, including a sun deck and restaurant. Perfect for travelers seeking comfort and culture, the cruise combines sightseeing, leisure, and stunning Nile views for an unforgettable travel experience from Luxor to Aswan.

Itinerary

Day 1:
Karnak Luxor Temple Tour Sightseeing in Luxor

You should check into the Blue Shadow Nile Cruise after arriving in Luxor and stay on board until lunchtime. Your first sightseeing destination should be the Karnak Temple, which stands as one of the largest temple complexes throughout the world, and then you should proceed to the Luxor Temple, which showcases ancient Egyptian architectural design. After your tours, you will return to the cruise for dinner on board, which will take place during your night stay in Luxor along the Nile.

Day 2:
Exploring Valley Kings and Sailing to Edfu

After breakfast, you should go to the Valley of the Kings, which served as the burial site for ancient pharaohs, and then visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. The cruise will return to Edfu while passengers have lunch and afternoon tea on board the ship. You will spend your day watching the Nile scenery while you take a peaceful evening cruise, which will lead to your overnight stay on the river.

Day 3:
Discovering Edfu and Kom Ombo Nile Cruise

You must visit the Temple of Horus, standing in Edfu, representing one of the most complete ancient temples of Egyptian civilization that has come through time well preserved into the modern age. Your exploration will show you the double temple of Kom Ombo, much in honor of the dualistic deities of Sobek and Horus. Your dinner taking place on the ship will see you sail through the fabled waterway until you reach your berth, where you will spend the night on board.

Day 4:
Aswan Exploration High Dam Obelisk Philae Temple

Your exploration begins when you arrive in Aswan to visit the High Dam, which you will see before you go to the Unfinished Obelisk, an ancient construction site that remains incomplete. The Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, exists as a beautiful temple that you should visit after your current activities. The Philae Temple offers an optional sound and light show in the evening. The cruise will bring us back to the ship for dinner and an overnight stay on board in Aswan.

Day 5:
Departure from Aswan

After breakfast, leave the cruise and be transferred to Aswan Airport or the train station for onward travel. An Abu Simbel excursion can be arranged on request. 

Included / Excluded

Inclusion

    • Meet and assist upon arrival & Departure.
    • All transfers by A/C modern vehicles
    • Accommodation on a full board basis
    • Meals as indicated in the Cruise itinerary
    • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sights
    • Qualified Egyptologist tour guide
    • All service charges and taxes
    • Assistance of our personnel during the tour

Exclusion

    • Tipping
    • Optional activities
    • Personal expenses

     

Notes / Children Policy

Notes

    Optional Add-On:

    • Hot air balloon ride in Luxor 80$ P.P
    • Sound & Light show at Karnak temple 35 $ P.P
    • Horse & Carriage city tour in Luxor 35$ P.P
    • Tour to Abu Simbel from Aswan by car $300 (Subject to cruise schedule availability; please check in advance)
    • Nubian Village trip by motor boat 30 $ P.P
    • Sound & Light show at Philae temple 35 $ P.P ((Available if Cruise Schedule permits)
    • Horse & Carriage city tour in Aswan 20 $ P.P
    • Internal Flights from Cairo to Aswan & From Luxor to Cairo $250 Per Person (Subject to current availability; please confirm when booking)
    • Private transfer from your Hotel in Cairo to Cairo Airport, 25$ Per Person
    • Private transfer from Cairo Airport to your Hotel in Cairo, 25$ Per Person

Children Policy

    • Children's prices below the age of 12 years are calculated at the time of tour reservation.

Price Per Person

$880USD
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USD 880

  • Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip and can be paid in Sterling or Euros.
  • Above prices are valid in 2026-2028, excluding High Seasons, New Year period, and Midyear vacation.

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For the best Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, most travelers choose a 3- to 5-night itinerary. This gives you enough time to explore highlights such as Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, and Philae Temple while enjoying a relaxing journey along the Nile.

The best time to take a Nile cruise in Egypt is generally between October and April, when the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing. Nile cruises are available throughout the year, but the winter and early spring months are particularly popular for exploring Egypt's temples and archaeological sites.

Luxury Nile cruise packages offer a comfortable way to explore Egypt, with spacious cabins, fine dining, onboard amenities, and attentive service. Many packages also include guided tours, transfers, and visits to Egypt's most famous ancient sites.

Most Nile cruises depart from Luxor or Aswan, so travelers coming from Cairo can take a domestic flight or train to their cruise departure city. Many Egypt tour packages also include transfers for a smoother travel experience.

Yes. A Cairo Luxor Aswan tour package is an excellent way to experience Egypt's most famous destinations in one trip. Explore the Pyramids and attractions in Cairo before traveling to Luxor and continuing your Nile cruise toward Aswan.

Absolutely. Families can enjoy a comfortable and educational journey with spacious cabins, buffet meals, cultural entertainment, and guided tours suitable for most age groups.

The most comfortable weather is between October and April, when daytime temperatures are ideal for sightseeing. Summer cruises are generally less crowded and may offer lower prices.

A Nile cruise combines luxury accommodation, transportation, dining, and guided sightseeing into one seamless experience. Instead of constantly changing hotels, you travel comfortably while waking up each day near another world-famous archaeological site.

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