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Begin your Egyptian adventure with a 4 Days Sonesta St George Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor. Sail along the Nile River and explore Ancient Egypt landmarks, including Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and a few other iconic monuments across the Nile Valley.
This Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise combines 5-star comfort, exceptional service, gourmet dining, and breathtaking views of the Nile. Relax in elegant cabins while enjoying expertly guided sightseeing tours, full-board dining, and unforgettable visits to famous ancient temples of Egypt.
As you cruise between Aswan and Luxor, you’ll notice the Nile Valley beauty, wander through impressive archaeological locations, and pick up Egypt rich history thanks to professional Egyptologist guides, which can feel surprisingly insightful, too.
Whether you are planning a romantic escape, a family vacation or a cultural adventure, the Sonesta St George Nile Cruise offers an exceptional experience and one of the best Egypt Nile Cruise journeys between Aswan and Luxor.
Your luxury Nile adventure begins in the beautiful city of Aswan as you board the elegant Sonesta St George Nile Cruise, starting your 4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor through the heart of Ancient Egypt. After settling into your comfortable cabin and enjoying lunch onboard, begin exploring the fascinating treasures of Aswan.
Your first excursion takes you to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s greatest modern engineering achievements. Built across the Nile, the dam controls the annual flooding of the river and created the vast Lake Nasser which is among the largest artificial lakes on Earth.
Then keep going to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Located on Agilkia Island, Philae Temple was carefully relocated stone by stone after the construction of the Aswan High Dam, so it could be preserved from the rising water. Philae, surrounded by calm, still Nile waters, is still considered one of Egypt’s most beautiful temple complexes
Later enjoy a relaxing motorboat ride on the Nile, offering spectacular views of Aswan’s scenic islands, granite rocks, and lush riverbanks before returning to the cruise.
Spend the evening enjoying fine dining and traditional Nubian entertainment onboard as your Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise journey continues.
Overnight onboard in Aswan.
Enjoy breakfast while sailing north along the Nile as your Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise continues toward the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple.
Unlike any other temple in Egypt, Kom Ombo features a unique double design dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god associated with fertility and the Nile, and Horus the Elder (Haeroris), the falcon-headed protector. The temple’s beautifully preserved reliefs include some of the earliest known depictions of ancient surgical instruments and medical practices.
Continue cruising toward Edfu; where you will visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, widely regarded as one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Built during the Ptolemaic era, the temple features towering gateways, beautifully carved columns, detailed hieroglyphics, and impressive sanctuaries that provide an extraordinary glimpse into Ancient Egyptian religious life.
After returning to the cruise continue sailing toward Esna while enjoying the peaceful scenery of the Nile Valley. In the evening experience authentic Egyptian hospitality with delicious cuisine, traditional entertainment, and a lively Galabia Party onboard the Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise.
Overnight onboard in Esna.
As your Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor reaches Luxor, step into the heart of Ancient Egypt and explore the legendary treasures of the West Bank, home to some of the country's most remarkable archaeological sites.
Start your visit at the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs were carved deep into the desert mountains. Wander through this old royal necropolis and try to notice the beautifully preserved artwork, inscriptions ,and the little stories that show the Egyptians way of thinking about the afterlife journey.
Continue to the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, a unique monument built into the cliffs that reflects the power and achievements of one of Egypt’s most influential rulers. Its elegant terraces and remarkable design make it one of Luxor’s most unforgettable landmarks.
Your exploring sort of continues as you go visit the Medinet Habu Temple, that grand mortuary temple tied to Ramses III. Take in the detailed reliefs, those towering gates, and the wall surfaces that still look well preserved, like they’re showing the power and the craftsmanship of the New Kingdom period.
Then before you head back to the cruise, stop for a moment at the Colossi of Memnon, the famous pair of massive statues that have stood beside the ancient Theban Necropolis for thousands of years.
End your evening onboard with delicious cuisine and relaxing entertainment as your Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor journey reaches its final night.
Overnight onboard in Luxor.
After breakfast, disembark from the Sonesta St George Nile Cruise and complete your 4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with a guided tour of Luxor’s magnificent East Bank.
Your final sightseeing experience kind of starts at the mind-blowing Karnak Temple Complex, which was the largest religious complex ever built in Ancient Egypt. You can wander through its monumental pylons, climb the towering obelisks, stroll past the sacred lake and then, the world-famous Great Hypostyle Hall where 134 huge sandstone columns show off the grandeur of the pharaohs.
Continue to the elegant Luxor Temple, a masterpiece built by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses II. Once the setting for important royal ceremonies, the temple remains one of Egypt’s most impressive architectural and historical landmarks.
As your Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise comes to an end, depart with unforgettable memories of ancient temples, timeless Nile landscapes.
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The Karnak Temple is one of the largest religious complexes to ever be constructed in human history. Located on the east bank of the Nile within the center of Luxor, Karnak is actually not a temple at all but rather a vast holy city developed over more than 2000 years of constant construction, modification and worship. Built mainly to honor the Theban triad of gods in general, and in particular the god Amun-Ra, the Karnak Temple complex has become the most popular and photographed ancient site in all of Egypt.
Luxor Temple is the most stunning of Egypt's ancient monuments. Standing at the center of the modern city of Luxor, on the east bank of the Nile River, unlike many of the more isolated temple complexes situated deep within the desert, Luxor is easily one of the most atmospheric, and accessible, sites in the world.
One of the most visited and well-known archaeological site is the Valley of the Kings which is found in the west bank of Luxor. It was the royal cemetery for the New Kingdom pharaohs of Egypt, including Tutankhamun, Seti I and Ramses II. The valley consists of well-concealed rock-cut tombs with colourful and elaborate wall paintings which has spiritual and sacred connection to ancient Egyptians beliefs of after-life. It is one of the major destinations of Luxor West Bank tours, Egypt historical trips and pharaonic tomb visit.
The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut is a wonder of ancient Egyptian architecture, a truly magnificent addition to any tour of the West Bank of Luxor. Located against imposing limestone cliffs at Deir el-Bahari, this impressive structure appears to erupt from the earth and it is to a breathtaking effect; a stunning marriage between man and nature.
Kom Ombo Temple is a fascinating double temple on the bank of the Nile in Kom Ombo, some 40km north of Aswan, dedicated to two deities; Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. It is well known for its symmetrical nature, intricate reliefs, and ancient medical inscriptions and it remains one of the most frequent destinations for Nile cruises, Aswan day trips and Egypt temple excursions.
Edfu Temple is purported to be one of the most famous sites of a Luxor-Aswan Nile cruise, Egypt sight seeing and culturally historic trip. Its immense scale, inscriptions, and powerful facade guarantee its fame among one of the great sites of Egypt.
Philae Temple, located on Agilkia Island near Aswan,
The Unfinished Obelisk, located in the northern region of Aswan, is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Egypt
Find answers to common questions about Egypt Tours, bookings, payments, and travel tips.
The 4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor includes visits to Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple before the journey ends in Luxor.
This itinerary starts in Aswan and sails north to Luxor, offering a comfortable and scenic journey through the most famous archaeological sites along the Nile River.
Yes. The itinerary includes a guided visit to the Valley of the Kings, one of Egypt's most famous archaeological sites and the burial place of many New Kingdom pharaohs.
A 4-day Nile cruise travels from Aswan to Luxor over 3 nights, while a 5-day cruise usually sails from Luxor to Aswan over 4 nights. Both visit many of the same attractions, but the sailing direction and duration are different.
Yes. A 4-day Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise is ideal for travelers who want to experience Egypt's most important temples and historical landmarks in a shorter time while enjoying a luxury cruise.
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