This 4-day, 3-night Nile cruise from Hurghada offers a convenient way to combine a comfortable Nile sailing experience with some of Upper Egypt’s most important ancient sites. Your journey begins with a private transfer from Hurghada to Qena, followed by a first-class train journey to Aswan, where you board your 5★ cruise.
Over the following days, you’ll travel north along the Nile, visiting Philae Temple, the Aswan High Dam, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, and the legendary monuments of Luxor. Your private Egyptologist guide provides historical context at each major site, while full-board accommodation onboard gives you time to relax between excursions.
The route follows an Aswan to Luxor Cruise, allowing you to experience the changing landscapes of Upper Egypt as the ship moves between ancient temples, rural villages, and historic cities.
Ready to explore the Nile? Book your 3-night Nile cruise from Hurghada with Egypt Tours Group and discover the temples, tombs, and landscapes of Upper Egypt.
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4 Days / 3 NightsDestinations
Luxor - AswanTour Type
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3 Nights Nile Cruise from Hurghada to Luxor & Aswan Itinerary
Your journey begins early in the morning with a private transfer from your hotel in Hurghada to Qena. From there, continue by first-class train to Aswan, where your Egyptologist guide will meet you and accompany you to the day’s sightseeing.
Philae Temple:
Begin your Aswan visit with Philae Temple, a sacred complex dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. The temple complex was relocated from its original island to nearby Agilkia Island as part of the UNESCO-led Nubian rescue campaign. The relocation work took place from 1972 to 1980, protecting the monuments from the rising waters associated with the Aswan High Dam.
Explore the courtyards, pylons, columns, and reliefs while your guide explains the mythology surrounding Isis, Osiris, and Horus and the importance of Philae as a center of worship.
Aswan High Dam:
Continue to the Aswan High Dam, one of modern Egypt’s most significant engineering projects. Construction began in 1960, and the dam was completed in 1970. It helped regulate Nile flooding, support irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power while contributing to the creation of Lake Nasser.
After sightseeing, board your Nile cruise, check in to your cabin, and enjoy lunch onboard. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the ship before dinner and your first night on the Nile.
After breakfast, enjoy some free time onboard as the ship begins sailing along the Nile toward Kom Ombo. This 3-night Nile cruise experience combines guided archaeological visits with relaxed sailing between destinations.
Kom Ombo Temple:
Arrive at Kom Ombo, where a distinctive double temple stands beside the Nile. The complex was dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god associated with fertility and the Nile, and Horus the Elder.
The temple’s symmetrical design features separate sanctuaries, halls, and reliefs dedicated to the two gods. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the religious symbolism of the complex and point out scenes that provide insight into ancient Egyptian medicine, rituals, and daily life.
Return to the ship for lunch and continue sailing toward Edfu.
Spend the afternoon enjoying the Nile scenery from the deck. Palm-lined riverbanks, agricultural fields, and small settlements offer a quieter perspective on life along the river.
The ship docks at Edfu for the night, preparing you for the following morning’s visit to the Temple of Horus.
After breakfast, leave the ship to explore Edfu Temple, one of the best-preserved temples from ancient Egypt.
Edfu Temple:
Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, Edfu Temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic period. Its monumental entrance, extensive reliefs, courtyards, halls, and sanctuaries preserve detailed representations of religious ceremonies and the mythology surrounding Horus.
A horse-drawn carriage transfers you between the ship and the temple, where your Egyptologist guide will explain the major features of the complex and the stories represented on its walls.
After the visit, return to the ship for lunch and continue sailing north toward Luxor.
The afternoon provides time to relax on the sun deck and watch the scenery pass by. As the cruise approaches Luxor, the landscape gradually gives way to one of Egypt’s richest concentrations of ancient monuments.
By evening, the ship reaches Luxor and remains docked overnight.
After breakfast, check out from the cruise and meet your Egyptologist guide for a final day exploring Luxor’s major archaeological sites.
Karnak Temple:
Begin on Luxor’s East Bank with Karnak Temple, one of the largest religious complexes ever constructed. The site developed over many centuries and contains monumental pylons, sanctuaries, obelisks, statues, and the famous Great Hypostyle Hall.
The hall contains 134 massive columns, with the central columns rising higher than those along the sides. Your guide will explain the religious significance of the complex and its connection to the worship of Amun-Ra.
Valley of the Kings:
Cross to Luxor’s West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis of the New Kingdom. More than 60 tombs and chambers have been identified in the valley, including the tomb of Tutankhamun.
Inside the tombs, colorful paintings and hieroglyphic texts depict religious scenes and beliefs concerning the pharaoh’s journey into the afterlife.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut:
Continue to Deir el-Bahari to see the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Built against the cliffs, the monument is distinguished by its broad terraces, colonnades, and carefully arranged architectural spaces.
Your guide will introduce the story of Hatshepsut’s reign and explain the reliefs depicting her divine birth, royal authority, and trading expedition to Punt.
Colossi of Memnon:
Conclude the Luxor sightseeing program with the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. The statues once stood in front of his vast mortuary temple and remain prominent landmarks on Luxor’s West Bank.
After lunch at a local restaurant, begin the private journey back to your hotel in Hurghada, bringing your Nile adventure to an end.
This 4-day, 3-night journey begins with a private transfer from your Hurghada hotel to Qena and a first-class train to Aswan. After the Aswan visits, spend three nights aboard a 5★ Nile cruise, sailing north via Kom Ombo and Edfu to Luxor.
After exploring the temples and tombs of Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor, your journey comes to an end with a comfortable private transfer back to Hurghada. The experience combines guided sightseeing, time to relax onboard, and the essential highlights of Upper Egypt.
Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
- Pickup and drop-off in Hurghada by private A/C vehicle.
- Accommodation for 3 nights on a 5★ Nile Cruise with full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner), with meals as specified in the daily itinerary.
- Professional Egyptologist guide during all sightseeing.
- Entrance fees for the scheduled sightseeing visits in Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor.
- 1st class train ticket from Qena to Aswan.
- All road transfers and sightseeing tours by modern private vehicles.
- Bottled water during day tours.
- All service charges and taxes.
- Tipping.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Optional tours not listed in the itinerary.
Tour Highlights & Travel Essentials
- Philae Temple and the modern marvel of the Aswan High Dam.
- Kom Ombo double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder.
- Edfu Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved Ptolemaic temples.
- Karnak Temple complex and its colossal Hypostyle Hall.
- Valley of the Kings with richly painted royal tombs.
- Queen Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
- A seamless 3-night Nile cruise from Hurghada with private road transfers and guided visits.
- Comfortable walking shoes and light, breathable clothing.
- Sunhat, sunscreen, and sunglasses for daytime excursions.
- Light jacket or warm layers for cooler winter evenings.
- Valid passport and essential medications.
- Small cash for tips and personal purchases.
- Camera or smartphone to capture the Nile scenery and temples.
- Four days of curated sightseeing between Aswan and Luxor aboard a comfortable Nile cruise.
- Insightful storytelling from an Egyptologist at every major temple and tomb.
- Smooth logistics with private road transfers, a first-class train journey from Qena to Aswan, guided visits, and full-board dining onboard.
- A well-paced 4-day, 3-night Nile cruise from Hurghada that balances relaxation with discovery.
- Before booking, check our guides on the best time to travel and what to pack.
- For more inspiration and planning tips, explore our Egypt travel blogs.
FAQs About 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Hurghada to Luxor & Aswan
Yes. Egypt Tours Group offers a 3-night Nile cruise from Hurghada, combining a comfortable journey to Aswan with a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor.
The trip runs for 4 days and 3 nights. You spend three nights onboard, with the return to your Hurghada hotel on Day 4.
The route begins in Aswan with visits to Philae Temple and the High Dam, followed by stops at Kom Ombo and Edfu before continuing to Luxor. The final day includes Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
The package includes private road transfers, first-class train transportation from Qena to Aswan, 5★ cruise accommodation for three nights, full-board meals, the scheduled sightseeing visits and their entrance fees, and professional Egyptologist guidance. Bottled water during day tours and all service charges and taxes are also included. Meals are lunch and dinner on Day 1; breakfast, lunch and dinner on Days 2 and 3; and breakfast and lunch on Day 4, with the final lunch at a local restaurant.
Yes. Your road transfers, guide, and sightseeing are private.
A private vehicle takes you from your Hurghada hotel to Qena, where you board a first-class train to Aswan. Your Egyptologist guide meets you in Aswan for sightseeing before you board the cruise. On Day 4, a private vehicle returns you from Luxor to your hotel in Hurghada.
Tipping. Personal expenses and souvenirs. Optional tours not listed in the itinerary.
Comfortable walking shoes and light, breathable clothing. Sunhat, sunscreen, and sunglasses for daytime excursions. Light jacket or warm layers for cooler winter evenings. Valid passport and essential medications. Small cash for tips and personal purchases. Camera or smartphone to capture the Nile scenery and temples.
Accommodation & Activities
5★ Deluxe Nile Cruises
MS Esmeralda, MS Royal Beau Rivage, MS Royal Elite, MS Concerto or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $485 | $675 |
| 2-4 Persons | $620 | $810 |
| Single | $1020 | $1340 |
5★ Luxury Nile Cruises
MS Tulip - MS Acamar - MS Amwaj or similar.
| Per Person | May to September | October to April |
|---|---|---|
| 5-8 Persons | $815 | $945 |
| 2-4 Persons | $950 | $1075 |
| Single | $1580 | $1795 |
Rates for 5★ Ultra Luxury Cruises are available upon request.
Note: Prices may vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. Please contact us for the exact rate based on your travel date.
Please Note: Optional activities are not included in the tour price and can be added upon request.
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I went with my family on this trip for twelve days. The agency was very respectful with our preferences and budget. The transport was scheduled and we got the opportunity to visit various monuments along a marvelous guide called Ahmed Nasser.
Egypt tour group handled our 12 day tour perfectly. I can’t say enough of how all the arrangements we set up from the moment we got to Cairo airport there was always someone there to meet us. We transferred through 2 airports 4 cities and mutable hotels and never had to wait.
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Marian was absolutely wonderful!! She was a wealth of knowledge . She guided us to important parts of each temple and tomb.Letting us know what the meaning for the particular inscription.
We had Ayoub as our tour guide, he was absolutely amazing. Very knowledgable on Egypt and spoke English well. He also has a personality that is very easy to get along with and made our trip enjoyable
I went to Egypt recently and I had as a guide Mr Mohamed El Shemei which was excellent and made our experience amazing. He knew so much of Egypts history and he filled us with information however making sure it wasn’t boring.