7-Night Nile Cruise: Luxor to Aswan
The unhurried version — a full week on the water between Luxor and Aswan.
The same temple walking as any Nile route, spread thin across a full week — most days pair one excursion with long unscheduled stretches on deck.
About this tour
The same Luxor-to-Aswan route as our standard cruise, stretched over a full week rather than a few days — time to actually sit on deck and watch the Nile Valley pass by between stops, with the same temples covered at a genuinely slow pace instead of a packed schedule.
Highlights
- ✦A full week aboard, Luxor to Aswan
- ✦Every major temple on the route, unhurried
- ✦Extended time on deck between stops
Itinerary
- 1
Embark in Luxor
Board the ship and settle in, then Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple in the afternoon.
- 2
Luxor West Bank
An unhurried morning at the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut's Temple — no rush to move on.
- 3
A Day on Deck
A free morning aboard as the ship sails toward Esna, with time to simply watch the Nile Valley go by.
- 4
Esna & Edfu
The Esna lock, then Edfu Temple by horse-drawn carriage from the dock.
- 5
Kom Ombo
Kom Ombo's riverside temple, continuing on toward Aswan.
- 6
Aswan
Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 7
Nubian Village & Felucca
A Nubian village visit and a sunset felucca sail, with an optional Abu Simbel add-on for early risers.
- 8
Disembark
Breakfast on board, then disembarkation and your onward transfer.
Where You’ll Go
The main stops, in the order you'll visit them.
Included
- ✓5-star Nile Cruise cabin accommodation
- ✓Meals aboard the cruise
- ✓All shore excursions with a private Egyptologist
- ✓Entrance fees
Not Included
- ✕Flights to/from Luxor or Aswan
- ✕Egypt visa
- ✕Tips
- ✕Personal spending
Before You Book
The things travelers ask us most about this tour.
Yes — entrance fees for the sites on this itinerary are in the price, so there is nothing to buy at the gate. What you would still pay for separately are flights to/from Luxor or Aswan, your Egypt visa, tips and personal spending.
Private. It runs for your group alone — all shore excursions with a private Egyptologist — so the pace is yours and nobody waits on a coach filling up. We do not merge bookings into larger groups.
Prefer to join a small group? See Weekly Trips →A fair amount, but nothing strenuous. The same temple walking as any Nile route, spread thin across a full week — most days pair one excursion with long unscheduled stretches on deck. If someone in your group has limited mobility, tell us before you book — we can usually adjust the route or the pace rather than have you find out on the day.
It runs 8 days / 7 nights across 2 bases — Luxor and Aswan. The day-by-day breakdown is on this page, and start times flex around your flights and how early you like to begin.
Yes — every tour here is a starting point rather than a fixed package. Swap a site, add an experience or a photoshoot, change the pace, or extend it by a day and we will rebuild the schedule around you.
Customize this tour →What travellers said
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“The Pyramid and Sphinx tour with our photographer absolutely incredible from start to finish. Our photographer provided deep and engaging insights about the Pyramids, temples, and Sphinx throughout the tour, bringing ancient history to life with passion and clarity. He went above and beyond—not just as a guide, but even helping us negotiate with local vendors, which made the experience even more enjoyable and stress-free. The itinerary was…”Read the full review on Airbnb
Rohan
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“The all inclusive Pyramids and Sphinx experience with our guide (and Ru) was exceptional! Communication about pick up and itinerary of activities were clear and timely. Also, entrance to the sites was very easy and efficient. No hassle or waiting in long lines! Ru was an exceptional guide! She’s very knowledgeable and speaks excellent English, which made the exchange of information very fluid and easy. I learned SO much! Additionally, they were…”Read the full review on Airbnb
Bernard
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“This tour exceeded all my expectations and provided a truly exceptional experience. On the day I originally booked, I wasn’t feeling well, but the team was incredibly understanding and accommodated me by rescheduling for the following day. Their flexibility and kindness set the tone for the rest of the experience. The private nature of the tour made it even more enjoyable, as everything was tailored to my pace and preferences. My guide, our…”Read the full review on Airbnb
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