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The Grand Nile Odyssey: A 4-Day Private Flight-and-Cruise Expedition

Unveil the eternal soul of the Pharaohs with our Private 4-Day Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan. This is not merely a vacation; it is a seamless transition from the bustling modern energy of Cairo to the tranquil, timeless majesty of the Nile Valley. By utilizing domestic flights, we maximize your time among the monuments, ensuring that every hour is spent in discovery rather than transit. From the moment you touch down in Luxor to your final sunset in Aswan, you will experience the pinnacle of 5-star river travel, where the ancient world’s landscape unfolds outside your cabin window like a living masterpiece.

A Curated Voyage through the Cradle of Civilization

This 4-day, 3-night residency aboard a premium Nile vessel is designed for the discerning traveler seeking a comprehensive understanding of Upper Egypt’s cultural heritage. Under the tutelage of an elite, university-trained Egyptologist, you will navigate the monumental legacy of the New Kingdom. Your journey begins in Luxor, where you will descend into the hidden, polychromatic sanctuaries of the Valley of the Kings and wander through the colossal “Forest of Stone” at Karnak.

As we sail south towards Aswan, the river reveals its most sacred secrets—from the perfectly preserved Ptolemaic grandeur of Edfu to the Greco-Roman elegance of the Philae Temple, rising like a mirage from the waters of the Nile. Witness the sheer ambition of ancient engineers at the Unfinished Obelisk and marvel at the avant-garde terraces of Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple. With Egypt Fun Tours, every logistical element—from private airport transfers and 2026-model luxury vehicles to curated on-board dining—is managed with white-glove precision. Join us on this definitive Nile voyage and witness the wonders of the ancient world in absolute comfort.

Nile Cruise itinerary

Day 1: Take a flight from Cairo to Aswan and see the city’s attractions: To begin your Luxor & Aswan Nile cruise from Cairo by seeing Aswan tourist sites like these, we will take you in the morning from your Cairo hotel to the Cairo airport, where you will board your aircraft to Aswan.

High Dam at Aswan

In Aswan, workers constructed a bridge across the Nile, and between 1960 and 1970, they built the High Dam, significantly impacting Egypt’s economy and culture.

The Unfinished Obelisk

The most well-known ancient obelisk is the Lateran Obelisk, originally located in Karnak, which was later moved to the Lateran Palace in Rome. Queen Hatshepsut commissioned it around 1508–1458 BC, likely as a tribute.

Move on to lunch and then see your visitor:

Temple of Philae

The goddess Isis of Love and Beauty is the subject of the Philae Temple. As part of the UNESCO Nubia Campaign initiative, they disassembled the temple complex and moved it to Agilkia Island to safeguard it and other sites before completing the Aswan High Dam in 1970.

Then check-in for the 5-night Nile Cruise and stay the night.

Day 2: Visit the Kom Ombo Temple: As your Nile Cruise makes its way near Kom Ombo in the afternoon, you may rest and have your breakfast there before joining your tour guide to explore the following places:

Temple of Kom Ombo

Temple in Kom Ombo with a view of the Nile. This temple is split into two separate temples, each having its entrance, hypostyle hall, and sanctuaries.

After that, continue on your Nile cruise from Cairo to Edfu and spend the night there.

Day 3: Examine the Edfu Temple: Following a delicious breakfast, you will go with your excellent Egyptologist tour guide to see:

Temple of Edfu

Honoring the god Horus. The Edfu Temple is the most well-preserved Greco-Roman structure in all of Egypt, and a “play” depicting Horus’ victory over the malevolent deity Seth is painted on its walls.

Sailing forward to Luxor during the night.

Day 4: Visit the Landmarks of Luxor: After breakfast, check off of the cruise and go to Luxor’s tourist spots with your tour guide:

The Kings’ Valley

The Valley of the Kings contains the graves of Egypt’s kings from the 18th to the 20th dynasties, including the great pharaoh, King Ramses II, and the young pharaoh, King Tutankhamun.

Temple of Hatshepsut

Queen Hatshepsut, the monarch who assumed the role of a man, was adored by her subjects but was surrounded by controversies at all times. See one of the best-preserved examples of her magnificent temple on the West Bank of Luxor.

Memnon’s Colossi

Only two enormous stone sculptures of King Amenhotep III survive in a funerary temple that was once wholly constructed. The sculptures are built from quartzite sandstone stones that were initially found in Cairo and transported 700 km to Luxor.

After enjoying a midday meal at an Asian restaurant, you will continue the remainder of your trip in the following directions:

Temple of Karnak

The Karnak temple is the most spectacular landmark in Egypt. It is the biggest temple complex ever constructed by humans and marks the culmination of the labors of numerous pharaohs and generations of ancient builders. On a 247-acre plot of ground, the Temple of Karnak consists of three major temples, many smaller walled temples, and several peripheral temples.

Finally, we’ll take you straight to Luxor airport so you can catch your direct flight to Cairo. After that, we’ll take you back to your hotel so your Luxor & Aswan Nile cruise from Cairo will come to an end.

 

  1. The assistance of our personnel during your tours.
  2. Flight tickets { Cairo / Aswan – Luxor / Cairo }
  3. All transfers by modern, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
  4. Accommodation for 3 nights onboard a 5-star cruise on a full board basis.
  5. All Nile Cruise excursions are listed in the itinerary.
  6. Our tour itinerary includes the admission fees for all the sights.
  7. Egyptologist guide during your journey.
  8. All service charges and taxes.
  • Any extras not mentioned in the program.
  • Tipping.

Nile Cruise from Cairo for 4 Days highlights

Aswan Highlights

  • The High Dam
  • The Unfinished Obelisk
  • Philae Temple
  • Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Luxor Highlights

  • Valley of the Kings
  • Queen Hatshepsut Temple
  • Colossi of Memnon
  • Karnak Temples

Price is quoted per person in USD

  • Solo Traveler: $ +70% of adult rate
  • 2 to 3 people: $1450
  • 4 to 6 people: $1350
To meet your demands and expectations, we may add or remove any trips from your tour schedule based on your suggestions.
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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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Excellent Adventure

These guys put together an amazing itinerary that allowed me see the sunrise at the sun festival in Abu Simbel, King Tut’s tomb, and mask! That was just the tip of the iceberg. Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor. So much visited with plenty of rest time. An amazing trip

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A great day!!!!

Thank you Hamada for an incredible day! Thank you for the stories and the history, you are so knowledgeable and we didn’t feel rushed at all or like we missed out on things, will definitely be recommending this tour to everyone 🙂

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