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3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Hot Air Balloon

By Luxor Egypt Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €533 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

This 3-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor offers a uniquely immersive Egyptian experience, blending iconic ancient sites with once-in-a-lifetime moments — like the breathtaking hot air balloon ride over Luxor at dawn. Travel in comfort aboard a luxury cruise ship with attentive local guides who share insider stories and cultural insights you won’t find elsewhere. Small groups and thoughtfully planned excursions create a personalised adventure that balances relaxation with discovery. From the serene Nile vistas to the awe-inspiring temples and tombs, this journey invites you to experience Egypt beyond the usual tourist path, making memories that last forever.

Activity location
  • Aswan High Dam
    • Manteqet As Sad Al Aali,
    • Aswan, Egypt
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Aswan High Dam
    • Manteqet As Sad Al Aali,
    • Aswan, Egypt

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Double Cabin
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English

2 Persons sharing a double cabin
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€532.77 x 2 Adults€1,065.54
Total
Price is €1,065.54
Until Tue, 13 Jan
Single Cabin
  • Activity duration is 4 days4d
    4d
  • English

Solo Traveller in a Single Cabin
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€773.37 x 1 Adult€773.37
Total
Price is €773.37
Until Tue, 13 Jan

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hot Air Balloon
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All Transfers by Private A/C latest Model Vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry Fees
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Any additions not mentioned
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    Tipping

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Aswan City Tour
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight on Cruise
Aswan High Dam
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Start your journey at the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering marvel constructed between 1960 and 1970. This massive structure tames the mighty Nile, preventing floods and providing vital hydroelectric power. Standing here, you’ll appreciate how this modern feat transformed Egypt’s agriculture and energy production.
Temple of Philae
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the stunning Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis, the goddess of love and beauty. Nestled on an island amid the Nile’s waters, this temple’s graceful columns and delicate carvings evoke a serene and mystical atmosphere. Walking through its halls, you’ll sense the devotion of ancient worshippers and the timeless beauty of Egyptian art.
Unfinished Obelisk
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Conclude your day with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, a fascinating site revealing ancient stone-carving techniques. This massive granite monument, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, remains partially attached to the bedrock, offering a rare glimpse into how these colossal structures were shaped thousands of years ago.
Day 2: Nile Cruise – Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight on Cruise
Temple of Kom Ombo
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast, visit the distinctive Kom Ombo Temple, unique for its dedication to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god. Its symmetrical design and detailed reliefs tell stories of divine power and protection, offering a fascinating window into ancient beliefs.
Temple of Horus
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Sailing onward, enjoy lunch on the cruise before reaching Edfu. Here, discover the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s finest examples of Ptolemaic architecture. Walking through its towering pylons and vast halls, you’ll feel transported to a time when this temple was a vibrant religious centre.
Day 3: West Bank and East Bank of Luxor & Hot Air Balloon Ride
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight on Cruise
Valley of the Kings
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Start early with a hot air balloon ride at dawn, floating gently over Luxor’s West Bank. From above, witness the vast desert landscape dotted with ancient tombs and temples. After landing, explore the Valley of the Kings, where tombs of pharaohs like Tutankhamun are hidden beneath the sands, adorned with vivid hieroglyphics and priceless treasures.
Temple of Hatshepsut
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit the striking mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Its elegant terraces rise majestically against the cliffs, celebrating one of Egypt’s most powerful and innovative female rulers.
Colossi of Memnon
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Stop by the giant statues known as the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone figures guarding the West Bank’s ancient necropolis, standing silently for over 3,000 years.
Day 4: Disembarkation Final Departure
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Temple of Karnak
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Karnak is one of the largest temple complexes ever built, featuring towering columns, grand halls, and intricate hieroglyphics. It served as a major religious centre dedicated primarily to the god Amun and was expanded over centuries by different pharaohs, making it a fascinating historical masterpiece.
Luxor Temple
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Luxor Temple, located in the heart of modern Luxor, is renowned for its beautiful architecture, massive statues, and grand courtyards. It was a vibrant place for festivals and ceremonies, reflecting the spiritual and cultural life of ancient Egypt.

Location

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    Aswan High Dam
    • Manteqet As Sad Al Aali,
    • Aswan, Egypt
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Aswan High Dam
    • Manteqet As Sad Al Aali,
    • Aswan, Egypt

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