Luxor And Aswan Nile River Cruise

Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruises

A Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise is the most celebrated way to experience ancient Egypt. Sailing between two of the world's greatest open-air museums, the Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise follows the same route that pharaohs, priests, and merchants traveled for thousands of years along the banks of the Nile River Valley. Every day on the river brings a new temple, a new monument, and a new chapter of one of the most extraordinary civilizations the world has ever known.

The most common Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan takes 5 days / 4 nights, while the Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor takes 4 days / 3 nights. Travelers can also choose a Nile Cruise from Luxor to Luxor, which takes 8 days / 7 nights, or a Nile Cruise from Aswan to Aswan, which takes 8 days / 7 nights, depending on the preferred route, available dates, and sightseeing plan.

Whether you are planning a Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise holiday for two, a family Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise vacation, or a private group Nile River Cruise tour, the route between Luxor and Aswan covers the greatest concentration of ancient monuments anywhere on earth. Combined with the comfort of a private high-deck cabin, full board on board, and a dedicated private Egyptologist guide, the best Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan experience is one of the most complete travel packages available anywhere in the world.

A Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise Holiday can be arranged as a Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise Vacation, a private Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise Package, or a Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise from Cairo with domestic flights, transfers, sightseeing, and cruise accommodation included. The Best Luxor Aswan Cruise Price depends on the cruise category, cabin type, travel date, route, and included visits.

At WOW Egypt Tours, every Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise is fully private. Your cruise boat, your Egyptologist, your vehicle, and your itinerary are arranged exclusively for you and your group, with no shared tours and no compromises. The WOW Team is available 24/7 before, during, and after your trip to ensure everything runs perfectly.

Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise Itineraries

Egypt Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruises are available on three itinerary lengths, sailing in both directions. All options include a private Egyptologist guide, full board on board, a private high-deck cabin with en-suite bathroom and balcony, a private modern air-conditioned vehicle, and all entrance fees throughout. Cruise boats are available in Standard, Deluxe, Ultra-Deluxe, and Luxury categories, with Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise prices starting from $600 per person.

Departures from Luxor sail every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday. Departures from Aswan sail every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. With multiple weekly sailings in both directions, the WOW Team can match your Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise to any travel dates across 2026, 2027, and 2028.

4 Day Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise

4 Days/3 Nights Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

The 4 Days Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise departs from Aswan every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and sails north to Luxor over 3 nights. This is the ideal Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise holiday for travelers with a shorter window who want to cover the most important monuments along the route in a focused, private, and fully guided itinerary.

The cruise begins in Aswan with private guided visits to the Aswan High Dam, the ancient Unfinished Obelisk, and the island sanctuary of Philae Temple. An optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples by air or by road can be added from Aswan before the cruise departs. Sailing north, the cruise stops at Kom Ombo Temple and the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu, before arriving in Luxor. In Luxor, your private Egyptologist guide covers the East Bank highlights of Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, followed by the West Bank with the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor can be arranged to begin your West Bank morning in the most spectacular way.

4 Day Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise Price

Prices for the 4 Days Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor start from $600 per person, varying by cruise boat category and season:

• Standard Nile Cruises: prices start from $600 per person
• Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $750 per person
• Ultra-Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $950 per person
• Luxury Nile Cruises: prices start from $1,200 per person

Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See each cruise page for current seasonal rates.

5 Day Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise

5 Days/4 Nights Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

The 5 Days Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise departs from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and sails south to Aswan over 4 nights. This is the most popular Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise package, covering every major monument along the classic route at a comfortable and unhurried pace with full private guiding throughout.

The cruise begins in Luxor with private guided visits to the East Bank, including Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. An optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor can be arranged before the West Bank tour, which covers the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Sailing south, the cruise calls at Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple before arriving in Aswan, where private guided visits cover the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. An optional early morning road trip or flight to the Abu Simbel Temples can be added from Aswan.

5 Day Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise Price

Prices for the 5 Days Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan start from $600 per person, varying by cruise boat category and season:

• Standard Nile Cruises: prices start from $600 per person
• Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $750 per person
• Ultra-Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $950 per person
• Luxury Nile Cruises: prices start from $1,200 per person

Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See each cruise page for current seasonal rates.

8 Day Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise

8 Days/7 Nights Round Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Aswan

The 8 Days Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise is the most comprehensive Nile Cruise holiday on the classic route, covering the full breadth of Upper Egypt over 7 nights at an unhurried, deeply immersive pace. This round Nile Cruise from Aswan to Aswan departs every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and is ideal for travelers who want to experience every highlight of the Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise including extended visits, optional extras, and additional sites not included on shorter itineraries.

The cruise begins in Aswan with private guided visits to the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, and a warm visit to a traditional Nubian village. The itinerary then sails north to Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple before arriving in Luxor. In Luxor, the program includes the Luxor Museum on the East Bank, an evening Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, a full private guided day covering Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, and the full West Bank including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Valley of the Queens, and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor is available. The cruise also includes a privately guided excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples by road or by air from Aswan.

8 Day Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise Price

Prices for the 8 Days Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor start from $600 per person, varying by cruise boat category and season:

• Standard Nile Cruises: prices start from $600 per person
• Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $750 per person
• Ultra-Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $950 per person
• Luxury Nile Cruises: prices start from $1,200 per person

Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See each cruise page for current seasonal rates.

8 Day Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise

8 Days/7 Nights Round Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Luxor

The 8 Days Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise departs from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and operates as a complete round loop returning to Luxor after 7 nights on the river. This is the most immersive and unhurried Luxor Aswan Nile River Cruise package available, including every monument on the route, extended time at the most significant sites, and a full program of optional extras for travelers who want the very best Egypt Nile Cruise holiday experience.

The cruise begins in Luxor with private guided visits to the East Bank covering Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Luxor Museum. Sailing south, the cruise visits Edfu Temple before arriving in Aswan for private guided visits to the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple, followed by the Philae Sound and Light Show in the evening. A private excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples is included, along with a visit to a traditional Nubian village. Sailing back north, the cruise stops at Kom Ombo Temple before returning to Luxor for the West Bank program covering the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor is available to begin the West Bank morning in truly unforgettable style.

8 Day Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise Price

Prices for the 8 Days Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan start from $600 per person, varying by cruise boat category and season:

• Standard Nile Cruises: prices start from $600 per person
• Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $750 per person
• Ultra-Deluxe Nile Cruises: prices start from $950 per person
• Luxury Nile Cruises: prices start from $1,200 per person

Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See each cruise page for current seasonal rates.

What You Will See on a Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise

Luxor East Bank

The East Bank of Luxor is home to the great temples built along the riverfront to honor the gods. Your private Egyptologist guide covers the vast complex of Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious structures ever built, and the graceful colonnades of Luxor Temple at the heart of the modern city. The Luxor Museum on the East Bank houses one of Egypt's finest collections of ancient artifacts and is included in the 8 day itineraries.

Luxor West Bank

The West Bank of Luxor is Egypt's great necropolis. The Valley of the Kings holds the royal tombs of the New Kingdom pharaohs. The terraced mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut rises dramatically from the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, and the twin colossi of Memnon stand guard over the floodplain. The Valley of the Queens, where royal wives and children were buried, is included in the 8 day itineraries, with the beautifully painted tomb of Queen Nefertari among the finest examples of ancient Egyptian art in existence.

Along the Nile: Edfu and Kom Ombo

Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, the river passes the best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt at Edfu, where the towering pylons and dark inner sanctuaries of the Temple of Horus remain almost completely intact. Further along the river, the twin-deity temple of Kom Ombo sits directly on the Nile bank, uniquely dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god, with sweeping views of the river in both directions.

Aswan

The Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise concludes in Aswan, where private guided visits cover the island sanctuary of Philae Temple, the ancient Unfinished Obelisk still lying in its granite quarry, and the engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam. A visit to a traditional Nubian village on the west bank of the Nile brings the warmth and color of Nubian culture to life.

Optional Extras for Your Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise

The WOW Team can arrange a wide range of optional private experiences to enhance your Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise holiday. All options are fully private, guided by your dedicated Egyptologist, and can be added to any itinerary on request.

Optional Extras in Luxor

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Over Luxor
A sunrise hot air balloon flight over the West Bank of Luxor is one of the most iconic experiences in Egypt. Floating silently above the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Nile floodplain as the sun rises over the desert horizon is an experience unlike anything else on earth. The WOW Team arranges private balloon flights to coincide with your time in Luxor.

Additional West Bank Visits
Beyond the Valley of the Kings, the West Bank holds the Valley of the Queens with the exquisitely painted tomb of Queen Nefertari, the Nobles Tombs at Sheikh Abd el-Qurna with vibrant scenes of ancient daily life, the Ramesseum mortuary temple of Ramesses II, and the vast Medinet Habu complex of Ramesses III. All can be added as private guided visits.

Additional East Bank Visits
On the East Bank, the Luxor Museum offers one of Egypt's finest and most intimate museum experiences, with beautifully displayed statues, jewelry, and artifacts from the Theban region. The Mummification Museum on the Corniche provides a fascinating private guided insight into the ancient art of preserving the dead.

Optional Extras in Aswan

Abu Simbel by Road
A private day trip to the Abu Simbel Temples by road from Aswan travels in a private air-conditioned vehicle as part of the early morning convoy through the Nubian desert. Your private Egyptologist guide leads the visit to the twin temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari, arriving before the heat of the day and the main tour groups.

Abu Simbel by Plane
A private day trip to Abu Simbel by domestic flight from Aswan takes just 45 minutes each way and is ideal for travelers with limited time. The WOW Team arranges all flights, private transfers, and your dedicated Egyptologist guide for the full visit to both temples.

Abu Simbel Overnight with Sound and Light Show
For the most immersive Abu Simbel experience, the WOW Team can arrange a private overnight stay at Abu Simbel. Visit the temples in the late afternoon light, attend the dramatic Sound and Light Show after dark, and return to the temples first thing the following morning before day visitors arrive. This is the finest way to experience Abu Simbel, with the site almost entirely to yourself at the most atmospheric times of day and night.

Philae Sound and Light Show
After a daytime visit to Philae Temple, the evening Sound and Light Show transforms the island sanctuary into a spectacle of color and narration, with the temples of Isis dramatically illuminated against the night sky. The WOW Team adds this as a private evening experience to your Aswan program.

Elephantine Island
A private guided visit to Elephantine Island in the middle of the Nile at Aswan includes the Aswan Museum, the ancient Nilometer, and the remains of temples dedicated to the ram-headed god Khnum. The island also offers some of the most beautiful views of the Nile in Aswan, looking across to the golden dunes of the west bank and the green gardens of Kitchener's Island.

Kitchener's Island Botanical Garden
A peaceful and beautiful addition to any Aswan program, Kitchener's Island is filled with exotic trees and tropical plants gathered from across Africa and Asia. Reached by a short felucca or motorboat ride from the Corniche, the island is particularly beautiful in the late afternoon when the light on the river is at its most golden.

What Is Included in Your Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise

Every Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise booked through WOW Egypt Tours is entirely private and fully inclusive. There are no shared groups, no hidden costs, and no compromises. The WOW Team handles every detail so that your only responsibility is to enjoy the experience.

Private Professional Egyptologist Guide
Your dedicated private Egyptologist travels with you throughout the entire cruise, providing expert commentary at every temple, tomb, and monument along the route. You are never placed in a group or handed to a site guide.

Private Modern Air-Conditioned Vehicle
All transfers between the cruise boat and the sightseeing sites are operated in a private, modern, fully air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver available throughout your time on land at every stop.

Private High-Deck Cabin with En-Suite Bathroom and Balcony
Your cabin on board is a private high-deck cabin with an en-suite bathroom and a personal balcony overlooking the Nile. Wake up to the river each morning and rest in genuine comfort each evening after a full day of sightseeing.

All Meals on Board
Full breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served on board daily throughout your Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise. All meals are included with no additional costs.

All Entrance Fees and Tickets
Every entrance fee and site ticket along the standard itinerary is covered in full, from Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings to Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam.

Private Transfers Throughout
All private transfers connecting your arrival airport, your cruise boat, and your departure point are included and coordinated by the WOW Team. Internal flights from Cairo to Luxor or Aswan can be added on request for a complete Nile Cruise from Cairo package.

Looking for More Time on the Nile or a Different Experience?

If the classic Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise leaves you wanting more time on the river, or if you are drawn to a different style of sailing, the WOW Team offers two outstanding alternatives.

Dahabiya Nile River Cruises

For travelers seeking a slower, more personal experience of the same Luxor to Aswan route, a Dahabiya Nile River Cruise offers everything the classic cruise provides and more. These elegant traditional sailing boats carry a small number of guests and moor at secluded islands and riverside villages that larger cruise boats cannot reach. A Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise is the most intimate and exclusive way to experience the river, with departures from Luxor every Monday and from Aswan every Friday. Dahabiya Nile Cruise prices start from $900 per person.

Lake Nasser Cruises: Aswan and Abu Simbel

For those who want to continue beyond Aswan and sail all the way to the legendary Abu Simbel Temples, a Lake Nasser Cruise is the natural next step. Sailing the vast waters of Lake Nasser south of Aswan, the Lake Nasser Cruise visits a series of Nubian temples accessible only by water, culminating at Abu Simbel. Lake Nasser Cruise prices start from $900 per person, with departures from Aswan every Monday and from Abu Simbel every Friday. The WOW Team can combine a Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise with a Lake Nasser Cruise into a single seamless Egypt Nile River Cruise package covering the entire river from Luxor all the way to Abu Simbel.

Book Your Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise with the WOW Egypt Tours

WOW Egypt Tours and the WOW Team specialize exclusively in private Egypt travel. Every Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise we arrange is built around your travel dates, your group size, and your interests, with the best available prices, fully private services, and 24/7 customer support throughout your trip. Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan packages are available for 2025, 2026, and 2027, with departures throughout the year.

Send us your travel dates and number of travelers and the WOW Team will provide a clear, detailed quote for your Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise with no obligation.