This 5-day grand Nile cruise from Luxor with Abu Simbel includes four full-board nights, domestic air connections and private guided sightseeing. The route combines Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan with a felucca sail and a final overland visit to Abu Simbel.
5 Day Grand Nile Cruise From Luxor With Abu Simbel
Description
Duration
5 Days, 4 Nights
Tour Type
Nile Cruises - Luxury Ships
Language
Arabic, English
Popular Features
- Abu Simbel Excursion
- Domestic Flights
- Five-Star Cruise
Highlights
Tour Karnak and Luxor Temple. Explore Luxor's royal west bank. Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo. Sail among Aswan's islands by felucca. Finish with the temples of Abu Simbel.
Included
- All Services, Charges, and Taxes
- Domestic Flights from Cairo to Luxor/Aswan & return
- The service of pick-up and drop-off
- Transfers and tours by deluxe A/C vehicles
- All meals as per itinerary
- Admission fees to all the listed sites in the program
- Fluent English, French, or Spanish tour guides throughout the tours
- Accommodation on board the MS Farah Nile cruise based on Full Board
Excluded
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional tours not mentioned
- Personal expenses
- Tipping
- Beverages not included in meals
Travel Itinerary
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Day 1 - Welcome onboard/East Bank Nile cruise
Arriving in Luxor and transferred to the MS Farah, guests enjoy lunch as sailing begins. In the afternoon they explore Luxor's East Bank, including the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex with its towering columns and sacred lake, followed by the illuminated Luxor Temple. A gourmet dinner and an overnight in Luxor complete the day.
Day 2 - West Bank Nile Cruise Trip
After breakfast, a private guided tour of Luxor's West Bank visits The Valley of the Kings, the royal burial site of ancient pharaohs, followed by the breathtaking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut carved into limestone cliffs. The route continues to the Colossi of Memnon before returning for lunch and sailing toward Edfu via Esna Lock. Afternoon tea and sunset views round out the day on board.
Day 3 - Edfu & Kom Ombo Nile Cruise Trip
After a relaxed breakfast, guests visit the Edfu temple, one of Egypt's best-preserved temples dedicated to Horus. The cruise then continues to Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Horus. Dinner is served as the boat sails on toward Aswan.
Day 4 - Aswan Nile Cruise Trip
After breakfast, guests explore Aswan's timeless charm with a visit to the Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to Isis, followed by The High Dam. A peaceful felucca sail around the Nile islands is one of the journey's most relaxing moments. Dinner and an overnight in Aswan follow on board.
Day 5 - Abu Simbel Day Trip
After breakfast and check-out from the MS Farah, guests drive to Abu Simbel Temple to discover the royal heritage of Ramses the Great, one of Egypt's greatest architectural works. A private transfer to Aswan Airport or the next destination ends the elegant Nile journey.
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Frequently Asked Questions
All Services, Charges, and Taxes, Domestic Flights from Cairo to Luxor/Aswan & return, The service of pick-up and drop-off, Transfers and tours by deluxe A/C vehicles, All meals as per itinerary, Admission fees to all the listed sites in the program, Fluent English, French, or Spanish tour guides throughout the tours, Accommodation on board the MS Farah Nile cruise based on Full Board
This is a 5-day itinerary. We can tailor the length and pace to your schedule.
Yes. Every Egypt Voyages tour can be tailored — hotels, dates, activities and group size are all flexible.
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