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4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

About this experience

Experience Egypt’s ancient history with a Nile cruise. Journeying between Aswan and Luxor allows you to relax while soaking in the picturesque scenery of the Nile Valley. You'll also have the chance to visit legendary sites, including Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, Philae Temple, the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Abu Simbel Temple, and many more historical treasures

At a glance

  • Duration: 96 hr

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No Abu Simbel & No Balloon
Cruise & Tours: All sightseeing included except Abu Simble and No Balloon
Pickup included
Tour + Abu Simbe & No Balloon
Pickup included
Tour, Abu Simbel & Ballon
Hot Balloon Ride is Included
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour96 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesArabic (live guide), English (live guide)

Set aside 96 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Hot air balloon ride with a flight certificate
  • Visit to Abu Simbel Temple in a small group setting (Shared Tour)
  • Experienced, qualified tour guide
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • 3-night stay aboard a 5-star cruise boat
  • Breakfast
  • Horse-drawn carriage or Bus Ride in Edfu, including a visit to the Horus Temple
  • All transfers to and from the temples

Not included

  • Tipping (Recommended - 10 US$ pe rperson per night for the Boat Crew, Drivers and Tour Guide))
  • Entrance Fees to all sites and Temples mentioned

Itinerary and highlights

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Meeting and pickup information

  • We Pick up all Travelers from Aswan City (Airport , Hotels or Train Station) We pick up Customers from hotel located on the east side of the nile only

Languages and tickets

  • Arabic — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Go Tours Egypt

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • If the Hot Air Balloon trip cancelled due to bad weather or any other reason, you will be refunded with 25 USD per person.
  • Camera is not allowed on the balloon basket, you can only use your cellphone to take pictures.
  • Children under the age of 6 years are not allowed for the balloon trip.
  • Prices are quoted in U.S dollars, per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year and Easter holidays.
  • We drop off all our customers to Luxor east bank hotels and available to drive them to Luxor west bank hotels with extra 10 us dollars per person at the end of the Cruise Trip
  • We pick up all our guests from Aswan east bank hotels and available to pick up from west bank hotels with extra 10 us dollars per person
  • For Trips starts on Saturdays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, The visit of Abu Simbel temples will be skipped and replaced by Habu Temple visit in Luxor
  • All bookings for 3 persons, will be accommodated in 1 Cabin (Room)
  • For bookings of 2 adults and 2 children aged between 2 and 11.99 years, one triple room (with three beds) will be provided.
  • The horse carriage experience to Edfu Temple may not always be guaranteed and could be subject to change due to safety considerations

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 96 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
We Pick up all Travelers from Aswan City (Airport , Hotels or Train Station)
We pick up Customers from hotel located on the east side of the nile only
Which guide languages are listed?
Arabic (live guide), English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–11; Adult tickets: age 12+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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