
4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon
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Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 44 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon worth booking?
4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon is a 96-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $199 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 44 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (44)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $199 per person
Enjoy a 4-days cruise Trip along the Nile River between Aswan and Luxor. Visit historical sights such as Philae Temple, the Abu Simble Temples, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Colossi of Me
What you get
- All transfers by A/C vehicles with qualified drivers
- Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide.
- Professional Tour Guide during all tours
- Lunch
- 3 Nights' Accommodation onboard 5 Stars Cruise Boat
- Dinner
About this experience
Enjoy a 4-days cruise Trip along the Nile River between Aswan and Luxor. Visit historical sights such as Philae Temple, the Abu Simble Temples, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy a Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Luxor city "Optional with Extra Charge".. Experience the best of upper Egypt and enjoy the sailing while relaxing on the Sun Deck of the Cruise boat watching and exploring the life of Egyptians
What's included
Included
- All transfers by A/C vehicles with qualified drivers
- Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide.
- Professional Tour Guide during all tours
- Lunch
- 3 Nights' Accommodation onboard 5 Stars Cruise Boat
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Meet and assist by English-speaking representatives.
Not included
- Entrance fees
- Tipping (Recommended - 10 US$ pe rperson per night for the Boat Crew, Drivers and Tour Guide))
- Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 120 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Go Tours Egypt
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Prices are quoted in U.S dollars, per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year and Easter holidays.Prices are quoted in U.S dollars, per person per trip and valid, except during Christmas, New Year and Easter holidays.
- We drop off all our customers to Luxor east bank hotels and available to drive them to Luxor west bank hotels with extra 10 us dollars per person at the end of the Cruise Trip
- We pick up all our guests from Aswan east bank hotels and available to pick up from west bank hotels with extra 10 us dollars per person
- For Trips starts on Saturdays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, The visit of Abu Simbel temples will be skipped and replaced by Habu Temple visit in Luxor
- All bookings for 3 persons, will be accommodated in 1 Cabin (Room)
- For bookings of 2 adults and 2 children aged between 2 and 11.99 years, one triple room (with three beds) will be provided.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 96 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri
- Price range
- $199 to $1099
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.
How much does 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon cost?
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Prices start at $199 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Aswan usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon take?
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Plan for about 96 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Aswan is not rushed.
Is 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 44 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Aswan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 96-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon?
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Around 15 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Aswan can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Aswan and add a light layer if any part of the 96-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4-Day Nile Cruise: Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel + Hot Air Balloon start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Aswan within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Aswan?
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On Outty we rank every Aswan experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon, 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor - Private Tour, 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Aswan?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Aswan?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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