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Experience the Magic of Egypt: 2 Nights Express Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
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Embark on a magical short getaway along the majestic Nile River. This 3-day, 2-night express Nile Cruise is perfectly designed for travelers with limited time who still want to experience the absolute best of Ancient Egypt. Starting in the charming city of Aswan and ending in the monumental city of Luxor, you will sail past timeless landscapes, discover legendary temples, and enjoy five-star comfort on board.
Itinerary
1
Arrival in Aswan, meet and assist, then visit the Aswan High Dam. Take a motorboat to the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Check-in to your Nile Cruise. Sailing begins at 02:00 PM. Arrive at 06:00 PM to explore Kom Ombo Temple, a unique twin temple. Continue sailing to Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board in Edfu.
2
Early morning visit to Edfu Temple, the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt. Return to the cruise for breakfast while setting sail towards Luxor. Enjoy the beautiful Nile views and relax on the sun deck as you pass through the Esna Lock. Arrival in Luxor in the evening. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.
3
Breakfast on board, followed by check-out from the cruise. Visit the West Bank: Explore the majestic Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. Cross to the East Bank: Discover the massive Karnak Temple Complex and the beautiful Luxor Temple. Transfer to Luxor Airport or railway station for your final departure.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Pickup services
- Entrance fees
- Modern A/C private vehicle
- Accommodation
- Tour Guide
- Taxes & Services
- Bottled Water During Tours.
- Meals
Excluded
- Any optional Tours
- Tipping
Booking terms
Before You Book
What the price includes
- Quoted in US dollars, per person, for the whole trip — not per night.
- All taxes and VAT are included in the figure shown.
- Christmas and Easter are priced separately. Ask us early for those dates.
Children
Ages count as they are on the day you travel.
- Under 6Free
- 6 to 11Half the adult fare
- 12 and overFull adult fare
A child travelling free shares their parents’ room, and their cabin on any nights aboard, with no separate bed.
Cancellation
Counted from your departure date. Tell us as early as you can — most of this scale costs nothing.
- More than 30 days beforeNothing
- 30 to 15 days before25% of the total
- 14 to 8 days before50% of the total
- 7 to 2 days before75% of the total
- Within 48 hours, or no-showThe full amount
Christmas, New Year and Easter departures are held on stricter terms, which we confirm in writing before you pay. If we cancel a departure, you are refunded in full.
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Reviews for This Trip
4.8 (17 reviews)
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Superb Egypt package
We saw the very best of Luxor and Aswan on this package. The itinerary balanced sightseeing and downtime well. Highly recommend this package.
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Seamless and memorable
Our Egypt package through Luxor and Aswan was superb. Every transfer and hotel was seamless. Highly recommend this package.
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Superb Egypt package
Everything across Luxor and Aswan was arranged perfectly. Guides, drivers and hotels were all excellent. Great value and beautifully organised.
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