5-Star Nile Cruise: Luxor to Aswan with Air Balloon and Abu Simbel Experience
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Embark on a 5-star Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan and experience the ancient wonders of Egypt. Enjoy a hot air balloon ride in Luxor, visit Abu Simbel temple, and interact with a Nubian family. Indulge in nightly entertainment and exquisite dining on this 5-day adventure.
Duration: 5 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Transfer to Nile Cruise&Luxor East Bank

Luxor International Airport - Egypt Gift Tours licensed tour guide will meet and assist you at Luxor Airport, Railway station or Hotel to be transferred by A/C van to your 5 stars Nile Cruise to check in before lunch. Have lunch on board.

Temple of Karnak - Then, start your tour by visiting the largest temple ever; Karnak temple built through 2000 years, covering an area of about 63 acres.

Luxor Temple - Proceed to visit Luxor temple, where ancient Egyptian, Christian, and Islamic features are exhibited. Admire its obelisk and statues. Back to the cruise, dinner on board and overnight in Luxor.
Note: If your arrival to Luxor is so early, so we will start the tour directly upon arrival since the cruise check-in time at 12:00 and we don’t want our guest to waste their time waiting at the lobby for check-in.

What's Included
  • 4 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise with full board
  • Private A/C transfers including pick-up and drop-off
  • All meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Comprehensive Nile Cruise excursions as per itinerary
  • Expert English-speaking Egyptology tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Any optional tours if required or Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
  • Water and Drinks during meals on the cruise.
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
  • Tipping to Guide, Drivers, cruise crew etc.
  • Motorboat to Philae temple.
  • Wifi on The cruise.
  • It is available to pick travelers from Luxor west bank hotels with extra 10$ USD per person.
  • It is available to drop off travelers at Hotels in Aswan west bank with extra 10$ USD per person
Additional Information

Start exploring the splendid Upper Nile Valley in Egypt from a luxury 5-star Nile Cruise vessel. Take delight in the scenic riverside and witness the ancient splendors of Egypt as you pass by historical Pharaonic sites between the cities of Luxor and Aswan. Delve into the high points of sightseeing in Luxor and Aswan, making pitstops to explore historical sites such as; the Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples. Launch into an exhilarating Hot Air Balloon adventure in Luxor. Uncover one of Egypt’s most majestic temples by making a visit to Abu Simbel, situated 285 km south of Aswan. Meet one of the Nubian families living on Soheil Island in Aswan. Enjoy an array of nighttime activities including a belly dancing performance, galabeya party, Nubian show, disco and more across a span of 5 days and 4 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise that sets off every Saturday, Monday, Thursday or Friday from Luxor to Aswan. Accommodations are full board, with check-in inclusive of lunch and checkout inclusive of breakfast.

  • A child from 5 to 11 years old accompanied by one adult will be treated as an adult.
  • All Hotels/ Rental Apartments or Villas in Luxor. Luxor Airport or Railway Station.
  • Child rate applies only when sharing 2 paying adults.
  • If your arrival to Luxor is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as Cruise check in at 12:00.
  • Prices are quoted in U.S dollars , per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year and Easter Holidays.
  • Sometimes due to sailing conditions on the River Nile, Nile Cruises itineraries schedule and sailing time maybe updated. We assure that our clients will see all what is on their itineraries but maybe in different order
  • A child less than 6 years is not allowed for the balloon trip.
  • Camera is not allowed while in The balloon basket, you can only use your cellphone to take pictures.
  • If the balloon trip cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30$ UsD per person.
  • If Abu Simbel Trip cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30$ USD per person.
  • You will need to pay all the entrance fees by card except the High Dam and motorboat to Philae temple in cash.
  • It is available to pick Travelers at Luxor west bank hotels with extra 10$ USD per person.
  • It is available to drop off Travelers at their Hotels in Aswan west bank with extra 10$ USD per person.
  • If you are traveling in a group of 3 people, you will enjoy one triple room.
  • If you are traveling in a group and wanted to have your own room, then do a separate booking for a single person.
  • If you want to have your own room, then you need to book for a single person.
  • Passports copies are required for the cruise line company, Abu Simple and Hot air balloon trip permissions
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(8 Ratings)
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Lucero_c
Nov 16, 2022
Las habibi in Egypt - 1 .-the Boat: the cruise was very good, the food was also very good and the crew service very pleasant always left us surprises in the room 2.- Our guide: we were lucky that our guide was Aladin, he speaks Spanish very well, all the time he was aware of us, very punctual and very friendly, he always advised and guided us to have a healthy coexistence with the local people. We definitely recommend him and we will contact him again when we return. He is the one who made us fall in love with Egypt. He has made the trip easier for us in all aspects. I leave a picture with Aladin… our guide. 3.- Balloon ride: we do not recommend it, the balloon company arrived late for us, the views are not as expected, and many people go up in the basket that it is not possible to move in the assigned space, or see or take photos. 4.- Abu Simbel: the last excursion the company tour changed our guide and we were joined with other groups. This guide was not as expected, a good point is he had an image book to explain what you would visit in the temple because they can't enter, only that he didn't connect with any of the groups, he always had a hurry which caused discomfort in everyone, which even one of the group scolded him. We had high expectations of the temple, it is very nice, but the guide they assigned us for this activity was not the best, our experience could have been much better.
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Abbygailc2022
Feb 5, 2022
A must do - Egypt vocation 🇪🇬 Jan 2022 • Couples My trip to Egypt was awesome, I truly enjoyed my vocation. So many things to do and see, culture excursions, food and lots of history. I definitely recommend taking a trip to Egypt. Ismail our tour guide was the best he took time to explain the deals of our trips, he was kind, patient and knowledgeable. Thank you Ismail
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Japitoaua
Feb 4, 2022
Chock full of adventure - Honestly this trip easily ranks as the top trip in my life. That’s a big statement I know… but if you are looking for a vacation that stimulates all of your senses this would be it. It touched everything for me and then some. Visually there’s a lot to see. The food was amazing. The excursions make you feel like an explorer where you end up learning new things - which stimulates folks that love learning. We traveled by small boat, horse and carriage, rode camels, & even had a sunrise hot air balloon ride. We travelled to village, marveled at street markets with amazing produce, & visited various artisans and craftsmen. Our guide Ismail H., was extremely knowledgeable about Egyptian history. His command of the facts brought the tombs alive & made you want to see more and more. There’s so much to learn that you absolutely need to have a guide that is enthusiastic about teaching. His temperament is akin to a father figure pouring into a child. He also made sure all of our needs were met and went above & beyond to make sure we were comfortable plus even kept us abreast of the vultures tactics. Outside of that, the boat staff was very friendly and they work extremely hard to make you comfortable while on the boat. I remember everyone from the room attendant to the chef and spoke to everyone along the way. In fact everyone was friendly that I spoke to along the way. The people are different here compared to anywhere I’ve been before. I have images and memories that will last a lifetime. I have recommended this trip to friends looking for something way above the basic trips people tend to take. So yea, 5 stars.
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Amilton47
Jan 29, 2022
Definitely a must! - Favorite part of the trip was the hot air balloon. We were able to get great photos and videos. The nubian village was interesting, very comforting to see Africans. They were very welcoming and accommodating. The cruise was smooth, food was good, many options to choose from. I would definitely recommend this cruise. Our tour guide, Ismael, was great. He is very knowledgeable and funny. He made the trip exciting. Anything we asked of him, he was able to deliver. We stopped for essences and spices in Aswan and Alabaster in Luxor. He was patient with us.
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Pianoficatio
Oct 22, 2021
You will enjoy it too much - Ahmed and Mohammed were fantastic guides that made sure to cater to the needs of our big group of 30+ people. The hot air balloon ride was definitely the highlight of our trip, and we were even able to visit some extra attractions in the West Bank of Luxor. Both tour guides were very easy to communicate with!
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Neidin
Oct 2, 2021
Amazing experience!❤ - Ghada Kamel was my tour guide, she's very knowledgeable about Egyptian history, she's an Egyptologist! The cruise was magnificent with excellent food! The air balloon tour was the highlight of your for me since I never did it before but it was relaxing and incredible with a very smooth landing, the captain did a great job!
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C7239vzandr_s
Aug 31, 2021
This trip was close to perfect - This trip was close to perfect. Booking proces was easy. Pickup at airport was well arranged. Immediately after arriving everything felt good. Amazing visits to all major temples led by our guide Ahmmed elsayed, with his funny english Egyptian style he explained everything very clear.
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