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Nile River Cruises

🚢 Luxor to Aswan · 4–7 Nights · All-Inclusive

Nile River Cruises
Luxor to Aswan — Africa's Greatest Voyage

Sailing the Nile between Luxor and Aswan is one of the world's truly great travel experiences — temples appearing on the banks, feluccas in the golden afternoon light, and evenings on deck under an unobstructed desert sky.

★★★★★ 4.9 · 341 verified Nile cruise reviews
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🚢 4 & 5-star cruise vessels
🎓 Certified Egyptologist guide
🍽️ Full-board meals included
🏛️ Valley of Kings & Karnak
🌅 Abu Simbel included
The Nile Between Luxor & Aswan

The World's Most Historic River Journey

The 200km stretch of the Nile between Luxor and Aswan contains the greatest concentration of ancient monuments anywhere on earth. Karnak Temple — 2.5 square kilometres built by 30 pharaohs over 2,000 years. The Valley of the Kings with its 62 royal tombs. The Temple of Edfu, best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt. Kom Ombo rising directly from the Nile bank. And Abu Simbel — Ramesses II's greatest monument.

At Egypt Tours by Locals, our Nile River cruises between Luxor and Aswan pair a private certified Egyptologist guide with your cruise package — so every monument you sail past and visit is explained at a depth that transforms sightseeing into genuine understanding.

Since 2012, we've operated Nile cruises with 4 and 5-star cruise vessels and a consistent 4.9/5 average rating from 341 verified guests. Whether you choose a 4-night or 7-night cruise, Abu Simbel is always included.

4–7
Night cruises available
341+
Nile cruise reviews
4.9★
Average cruise rating

\"The Nile between Luxor and Aswan is the most rewarding stretch of river in the world for a guide. Around every bend there is another 3,000-year story — and every evening on deck, watching the desert turn gold at sunset, feels like a gift.\"

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Magdy Fattouh
Senior Egyptologist · Cairo University, History & Archaeology
20+ yrs experience Cairo University Expert guide 1,000+ tours
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Our Nile River Cruise Packages Packages

Nile cruises from Luxor to Aswan — 4 to 7 nights, full-board, certified Egyptologist guide, and Abu Simbel included.

Amazing view of the felucca in front of the tombs of the nobles in Aswan

3 Nights Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor

From$600
4 Days
Availability : Everyday
This 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor is one of the most relaxed and rewarding ways to experience Egypt’s ancient wonders. Sailing along the Nile River, you’ll enjoy a balanced mix of guided sightseeing, scenic cruising, and onboard comfort — without long drives or frequent hotel changes.
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A great shot of a father with his daughter in front of the wonderful Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor

4 Nights Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan

From$700
5 Days
Availability : Everyday
4 Nights Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan is a classic Nile River journey that blends ancient history, scenic sailing, and modern comfort into one seamless experience. Travelling along Egypt’s most iconic stretch of the Nile, the cruise takes you from the timeless temples of Luxor to the tranquil beauty of Aswan, with guided visits to remarkable archaeological sites along the way.
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Key Features

What Makes Our Nile River Cruises Different

Eight reasons why travellers choose Egypt Tours by Locals for this experience.

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Valley of the Kings

62 royal tombs carved into desert cliffs west of Luxor — including Tutankhamun, Ramesses II, and Seti I. Wall paintings in full original colour after 3,000+ years in sealed rock.

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Karnak Temple

The world's largest religious complex — 2.5 square kilometres, 134 sandstone columns, built over 2,000 years. With expert guidance, it becomes one of the most intellectually rewarding experiences in travel.

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Temple of Edfu

The best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt — sealed by desert sand until the 19th century. Accessible by horse-drawn carriage from the Nile bank.

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Kom Ombo Temple

Egypt's only double temple — dedicated simultaneously to Sobek and Haroeris. Built on a Nile bend, the temple literally rises from the water. Most atmospheric at dusk.

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Felucca Sailing in Aswan

A private felucca on the Nile at dusk in Aswan — past Elephantine Island, the Aga Khan Mausoleum, and desert cliffs in the golden hour light.

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Abu Simbel Excursion

Ramesses II's greatest monument — relocated in the 1960s. Still perfectly preserving the solar alignment that illuminates the pharaoh's face twice a year. Included in all our packages.

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Full-Board Dining on the Nile

All meals included on board — breakfast as the Nile mist lifts, lunch on deck, dinner under the stars. Egyptian and international cuisine with Nile views.

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Sunset & Sunrise on the Nile

Watching the desert cliffs turn gold to red to purple at sunset from the cruise deck — and the dawn mist lifting over the water — are among the most beautiful natural experiences in travel.

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What Travellers Say About Our Nile River Cruises

Real reviews from real guests — verified on TripAdvisor and Google.

4.9Average rating
240Reviews
32Countries
98%Would recommend
★★★★★

We've travelled extensively. The Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan is the single best travel experience of our lives. The scale of Karnak Temple left us both speechless. Our Egyptologist guide was extraordinary. Abu Simbel at dawn was a moment I'll carry with me for the rest of my life.

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Philip & Helen W.
Edinburgh, UK · 7-Night Nile Cruise
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We combined 3 days in Cairo with the 4-night Nile cruise — the perfect Egypt first visit. Waking up each morning to a different temple on the bank, evenings on deck watching the desert change colour at sunset. Our guide's evening deck talks were the best educational experiences either of us has had as adults.

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Jennifer & Michael S.
Melbourne, AU · Nile Cruise + Cairo
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We had only 4 nights but it was completely sufficient for a first Nile experience. Edfu in particular surprised us — perhaps the most completely preserved ancient temple we've ever seen. Our private Egyptologist guide's knowledge was at a level we've never encountered on any previous cultural tour anywhere in the world.

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Jean-Pierre & Monique D.
Paris, FR · 4-Night Nile Cruise
Why Egypt Tours by Locals

Why Choose Egypt Tours by Locals

Eight reasons our guests choose us — and come back.

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Private Egyptologist Guide

Every Egypt Tours by Locals Nile cruise includes a private certified Egyptologist — dedicated to your group, available for site commentary and evening deck discussions.

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Abu Simbel Always Included

Some operators charge separately for Abu Simbel or offer it as optional. We include it in every Nile cruise package as standard.

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4 & 5-Star Cruise Vessels

We work with carefully selected Nile cruise vessels — regularly inspected, properly maintained, and staffed by experienced crews.

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Full-Board, No Surprises

All meals included from embarkation to disembarkation. One price covers everything on the water.

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Combined with Cairo

Our Nile cruises combine seamlessly with a Cairo city break — Pyramids and GEM in Cairo, then a flight to Luxor for the cruise. Complete Egypt in 7–10 days.

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Dahabiya Option Available

For the most intimate Nile experience, we offer Dahabiya sailing houseboat alternatives — traditional vessels carrying 6–12 guests with access to sites larger ships cannot reach.

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14 Years on the Nile

Since 2012, we've operated Nile cruises with consistent quality. We know the vessels, the crews, the best cabins, and exactly how to make a Nile cruise extraordinary.

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All-Inclusive, All-Transparent

Full itemised pricing before you book. No on-cruise upselling, no surprise excursion charges, no extras that should have been included.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs — Nile River Cruises

Our Nile River cruise packages include all on-board accommodation (4-star or 5-star), full-board meals, a private certified Egyptologist guide for all shore excursions, all monument entrance fees, the Abu Simbel day excursion by air from Aswan, private airport transfers, and 24/7 on-trip support.
Our standard cruises operate on 4-night and 7-night itineraries. The 4-night cruise covers the main sites: Valley of Kings, Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan with felucca sailing and Abu Simbel. Most first-time travellers combine the 4-night cruise with 3 days in Cairo for a complete 7-day Egypt experience.
Both directions cover the same sites. The choice is primarily logistical based on your flight routing. Luxor–Aswan is most common, with Abu Simbel as the final destination before flying home.
Yes — Abu Simbel is included in every Egypt Tours by Locals Nile cruise package as standard. It involves a 45-minute flight from Aswan Airport, typically departing at 6am to arrive before the day's tour coaches.
Yes — and this is our most popular Egypt itinerary. A 3-day Cairo city break followed by a 4-night Nile cruise creates a comprehensive 7-day Egypt experience covering the two greatest parts of the country.

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