Lake Nasser Cruise: Aswan to Abu Simbel
- Nile cruise
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Aswan → Abu Simbel
- Cruise ship
Representative photo
Representative photo
Representative photoRoute · Aswan → Abu Simbel
Overview
A 5-day luxury nile cruise through Aswan, Wadi el-Seboua, Abu Simbel. Visit relocated Nubian temples by lake.
Highlights
- Sail the legendary Nile aboard a deluxe cruise vessel with full board
- Visit Karnak and Luxor Temples — the largest religious complex on earth
- Explore Valley of the Kings tombs including Tutankhamun's resting place
- Marvel at Edfu and Kom Ombo — the best-preserved Ptolemaic temples
- Experience Aswan's Philae Temple, High Dam, and Nubian culture
Day by day
- Day 1 · Travel to AswanTravel to Aswan by train, road, or onward Nile cruise. Visit Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam. Afternoon felucca sail around Elephantine Island.
- Day 2 · Abu Simbel ExcursionEarly morning excursion (3.5 hours each way) to the magnificent rock-cut temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari at Abu Simbel. Return to Aswan by afternoon.
- Day 3 · Nubian VillageMorning visit to a Nubian village by motorboat — colourful homes, Nubian hospitality, traditional lunch. Afternoon at leisure.
- Day 4 · Free day / Optional excursionsAt leisure to explore independently or take an optional excursion (camel ride, cooking class, museum visit, hot air balloon).
- Day 5 · DepartureBreakfast at hotel. Private transfer to airport in time for your departure flight. Farewell from your Egypt Stay & Tours representative.
Cabins
Double cabin2 sharing · the “from” basis
Single cabin1 guest · supplement from the vessel
Triple cabin3 sharing · where the vessel allows
Children: per the vessel’s terms, shown with the cabin price in your quote.
Dates and seasons
Sailing days are confirmed by our team in your written quote. Peak dates (20 Dec – 5 Jan and Easter week) cost more on multi-day products; the quote shows it before you confirm.
Good to know
What’s included
- Private airport transfers (arrival & departure)
- All accommodation (4 nights) on bed & breakfast basis
- All sightseeing and excursions per itinerary
- Expert local guide
- All entry fees to monuments and sites
- All transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water during tours
- All taxes and service charges
- Lunch on touring days
- Welcome dinner on day 1
- Domestic flights (where included in itinerary)
- VIP fast-track at airports
- Nile cruise accommodation with full board (all meals included)
Not included
- International flights to/from your home country
- Egypt entry visa (USD $25 on arrival or e-visa available)
- Travel insurance (mandatory — we can recommend providers)
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, minibar)
- Optional excursions and activities
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff (USD $8–12 per person per day suggested)
- Drinks with meals (unless specifically stated)
- Anything not specified in 'Inclusions'
Best time to go
October to April (cooler weather, peak season)
Payment and cancellation
Payment and cancellation follow the cruise operator’s terms — the supplier’s terms, not ours — stated in your written quote before you confirm. Nothing is paid online.
