Duration
4 daysSee all Nile CruisesNile Cruise
M/S Blue Shadow Nile Cruise
Location
EgyptPrice
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A Nile cruise trip from Luxor to Aswan is a truly unforgettable experience. It is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the ancient history and culture of Egypt, while also enjoying the stunning scenery of the Nile Valley. Most cruises depart from Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes, which was once the capital of the New Kingdom. From here, you will sail south along the Nile for four nights, stopping to visit some of the most iconic temples and tombs in Egypt.
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5 Days: Luxor to Aswan
- Day 1
- Arrival at Luxor airport / station — transfer to Nile cruise, check-in & rest.
- Rich lunch buffet served on board.
- Afternoon guided tour of Karnak Temple — the greatest example of Pharaonic architecture in Egypt.
- Visit Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III & Ramses II, with unique representations of ancient Egyptian gods.
- Dinner on board & overnight.
- Day 2
- Breakfast on board.
- Valley of the Kings — 3 tombs included, dating to the 16th–11th centuries BC.
- Hatshepsut Temple — 15th-century BC temple dedicated to the sun god Amun.
- Colossi of Memnon — towering statues at the entrance of Amenhotep III's mortuary temple.
- Lunch on board
- Sailing from Luxor to Esna.
- Watch the cruise pass the Esna Lock with tour guide commentary
- Dinner & overnight.
- Day 3
- Breakfast on board
- Arrive at Temple of Edfu — best-preserved ancient Egyptian temple, built 57 BC.
- Horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple with guided commentary.
- Leisurely cruise to Kom Ombo
- Lunch with Nile views.
- Kom Ombo Temple — unique twin design honoring Sobek (crocodile god) & Horus (falcon god).
- Dinner on board
- Sailing to Aswan overnight.
- Day 4
- Breakfast on board.
- Visit the Aswan High Dam — 1960s engineering marvel that controls Nile floods.
- Cross the Nile to Philae Temple — ancient complex dedicated to Isis & Hathor.
- Return on board
- Dinner & overnight in Aswan.
- Day 5
- Breakfast on board with scenic Nile views.
- Optional excursion to Abu Simbel — one of Egypt's most iconic temples.
- Check-out
- Transfer to Aswan airport, railway station, or bus.
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
Cruise Prices
M/S Blue Shadow Nile Cruise Prices
| Cabin Type | Summer Season | Winter Season |
|---|---|---|
| Single Cabin | USD962 | USD1472 |
| Double Sharing Cabin | USD1220 | USD1820 |
| Triple Sharing Cabin | USD1746 | USD2670 |
Notes: Prices are quoted in US dollars per cabin per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays. Two people sharing a double cabin pay half each; single occupancy is priced for the whole cabin.
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’ cabin and has no separate bed.
Cancellation
Counted from your sailing 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 sailings are held on stricter terms, which we confirm in writing before you pay. If we cancel a sailing, you are refunded in full.
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Reviews for This Trip
4.8 (8 reviews)
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Beautiful temples and comfort
This Nile cruise was everything we hoped for. Comfortable cabin, good food and a friendly crew. An unforgettable Egyptian experience.
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Unforgettable sailing
Sailing between Luxor and Aswan was absolutely magical. Comfortable cabin, good food and a friendly crew. An unforgettable Egyptian experience.
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A wonderful cruise
Our Nile cruise was the highlight of our holiday. Comfortable cabin, good food and a friendly crew. An unforgettable Egyptian experience.
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