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5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor to Aswan 5*

★ 5.0 · 17 reviews From $299 Operated by Graceway Travel · Bookable on Viator
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Ancient Egypt comes alive from the water. This five-day, four-night Nile cruise links Luxor and Aswan with a well-packed program of temples, tombs, river views, and onboard meals. You begin in Luxor and finish with a transfer to Aswan International Airport, so the trip works well as a self-contained section of an Egypt itinerary.

I like the combination of major sights and easy transport, especially the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple, and the quiet felucca ride. I also like the reported standard of the ship, with clean modern rooms, friendly staff, good meals, and twice-daily room cleaning. The main drawback is that admission tickets are listed separately for most major sites, and the daily sightseeing schedule can feel brisk.

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5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor to Aswan 5<em> – Key things to know before booking’ /></p> <ul> <li><strong>Four nights on a full-board cruise:</strong> Your accommodation, meals, and river transport are brought together in one booking.</li> <li><strong>Luxor’s biggest ancient sites:</strong> The route includes Luxor Temple, Karnak, Hatshepsut’s Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.</li> <li><strong>Classic Aswan experiences:</strong> Philae Temple, the High Dam, and a free 30-minute felucca trip are included in the program.</li> <li><strong>Private activity for your group:</strong> The tour is described as private, although the cruise ship itself may serve other passengers.</li> <li><strong>Most entrance tickets cost extra:</strong> Luxor Temple, Karnak, Hatshepsut’s Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Philae, and the High Dam are all listed with admission not included.</li> <li><strong>A strong value at $299:</strong> The price is attractive for four nights, full-board accommodation, transfers, and sightseeing, but you should budget for tickets and any extras.</li> </ul> <h2 id="what-the-299-price-really-gives-you">What the $299 price really gives you</h2> <p> – What the $299 price really gives you’ /></p> <p><p>At $299 per person, this Nile cruise offers a lot for the money. You receive four nights aboard a five-star cruise boat, full-board accommodation, a deluxe transfer into Luxor, sightseeing through the main Nile corridor, and a final transfer to Aswan International Airport.</p> </p> <p><p>That is a useful package if you want Egypt to feel organized rather than pieced together one taxi ride at a time. You unpack once, eat aboard ship, and move between historic towns while the river does the traveling for you.</p> </p> <p><p>The value depends on what you expect from the word five-star. The available feedback describes a ship that was better than expected, with pleasant rooms, appealing food, good service, and a comfortable place to relax. Some comments specifically praise clean, modern, thoughtfully designed rooms and room cleaning twice a day.</p> </p> <p><p>Still, this is not an all-inclusive price in the broadest sense. Entrance fees for nearly every important monument are not included. You should also confirm whether drinks, tips, guide services, and any optional activities are covered before paying. The published details clearly include meals and accommodation, but they do not spell out every onboard or sightseeing extra.</p> </p> <p><p>The price looks especially good for couples, families, and solo visitors who want a set route. Solo women may also appreciate that the organized structure and guide support can make the trip feel more manageable. One important note: the activity is private for your group, but no group size is given. Ask how the land excursions are arranged and whether they take place with only your party.</p> </p> <div class="twil" style="margin: 20px 0; padding: 15px 0;"><p>More Nile Cruises in Luxor</p><ul style="margin: 10px 0; padding-left: 0; list-style: none;"><li style="margin: 0 0 12px 0; padding: 0 0 12px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; line-height: 1.4;"><a href="https://theegyptianguide.com/from-luxor-3-night-nile-cruise-to-aswan-and-hot-air-balloon/">From Luxor: 3-Night Nile Cruise to Aswan and Hot Air Balloon</a><br><span style="font-size: 0.82em; color: #555;"><span style="color: #1B4C93;">★</span> 3.7  ·  297 reviews</span></li><li style="margin: 0 0 12px 0; padding: 0 0 12px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; line-height: 1.4;"><a href="https://theegyptianguide.com/amazing-sunset-sailing-by-felucca-in-luxor-2-hours-private/">Amazing Sunset sailing by Felucca in Luxor -2 Hours (Private)</a><br><span style="font-size: 0.82em; color: #555;"><span style="color: #1B4C93;">★</span> 5.0  ·  255 reviews</span></li><li style="margin: 0; padding: 0; border-bottom: none; line-height: 1.4;"><a href="https://theegyptianguide.com/5-days-private-guided-nile-river-cruise-tour-from-luxor-to-aswan/">5 Days Private Guided Nile River Cruise Tour from Luxor to Aswan</a><br><span style="font-size: 0.82em; color: #555;"><span style="color: #1B4C93;">★</span> 5.0  ·  229 reviews</span></li></ul></div><h2 id="day-1-luxor-temple-and-karnak-after-check-in">Day 1: Luxor Temple and Karnak after check-in</h2> <p><img width="669" height="446" decoding="async" src=