4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
This 4 day Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor is a compact Upper Egypt itinerary for travelers who want to experience the classic Nile route in just three nights. The cruise combines Aswan sightseeing, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu and the major East and West Bank sites in Luxor.
This route is especially relevant for travelers searching for an Aswan to Luxor 4 day Nile cruise itinerary or a 3 night Nile cruise with Abu Simbel. For a broader explanation of sailing schedules, temple stops and what to expect on board, read our Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan guide.
Aswan Sightseeing Before Sailing
The cruise begins in Aswan with visits including Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam, plus the Unfinished Obelisk where listed in the itinerary. Travelers can prepare for these visits using our Philae Temple and High Dam guide.
Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo and Edfu
The itinerary includes Abu Simbel before continuing north along the Nile to Kom Ombo and Edfu. Abu Simbel is one of the most significant excursions from Aswan, while Kom Ombo and Edfu provide two very different temple experiences along the cruise route. More planning details are available in our Abu Simbel from Aswan guide.
Luxor East and West Banks
The final part of the route focuses on Luxor, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple. Travelers comparing the East Bank monuments can also read our Karnak vs Luxor Temple guide.
This cruise suits travelers who want a short Aswan Luxor Nile cruise with temples and Abu Simbel while preserving a focused four-day itinerary.
Tour Itinerary
In the early morning, transfer to Cairo Airport to catch your flight to Aswan.
After arrival in Aswan, check in to your Nile cruise.
Meet your guide and begin the Aswan sightseeing program.
Unfinished Obelisk
See the Unfinished Obelisk and learn how ancient Egyptians carved monumental obelisks directly from the bedrock. The original text associates the obelisk with the period of Queen Hatshepsut.
Philae Temple
Visit Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. The temple complex was relocated during an international salvage campaign to protect it from the rising waters associated with the Aswan High Dam.
Aswan High Dam
Visit the High Dam, built during the 1960s and responsible for creating Lake Nasser behind it.
After the visits, transfer back as listed in the original itinerary.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Breakfast is served aboard your Nile cruise.
Travel by bus with your driver and guide to visit the temples of Abu Simbel, carved into the rock for King Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari.
Continue to Kom Ombo Temple, associated with the god Sobek.
Sail onward to visit Horus Temple at Edfu, also known as Edfu Temple.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Breakfast is served aboard your Nile cruise.
After arrival, visit the Karnak Temple complex, one of the largest religious complexes in the ancient world. The Great Hypostyle Hall is one of its most famous features and was developed under several New Kingdom rulers.
Continue to Luxor Temple, a major New Kingdom sanctuary in the heart of modern Luxor, closely connected with the annual Opet Festival.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Breakfast is served aboard your Nile cruise.
Visit the Colossi of Memnon, the colossal seated statues associated with King Amenhotep III.
Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut.
Proceed to the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis used by pharaohs and powerful figures of the New Kingdom.
Meals: Breakfast.
As stated in the original itinerary, you will then be transferred to Aswan Airport.
