
4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel Hot Air Balloon
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 227 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel Hot Air Balloon worth booking?
4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel Hot Air Balloon is a 96-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $250 per person. It scores 91 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 227 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 91 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (227)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $250 per person
The Beauty of Egypt Upper Nile Valley, is best appreciated from the deck of a Nile Cruise ship. Enjoy the riverside scenery and discover the ancient wonders of Egypt passing by pharaonic sites en route between Luxor and
What you get
- Sharing a group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide bus or minibus .
- 3 nights accommodation on 5 stars Nile Cruise on full board basis.
- All transfers/Pick up&drop off by A/C.vehicle.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- 30 to 40 minutes Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor Sky
About this experience
The Beauty of Egypt Upper Nile Valley, is best appreciated from the deck of a Nile Cruise ship. Enjoy the riverside scenery and discover the ancient wonders of Egypt passing by pharaonic sites en route between Luxor and Aswan. Explore the highlights of the sightseeing in Luxor and Aswan, two stops in the way to visit the pharaonic sites of interest such as; Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples. Discover one of the most impressive temples in Egypt by visiting Abu Simbel 285 km south of Aswan. Experience the exciting trip of the Hot Air Balloon in Luxor. Have fun and enjoy plenty of night entertainments of the belly dancing show, galabiya party, Nubian show or disco and more in 4 days/3 nights Nile Cruise every Sunday/Monday/Wednesday or Friday from Aswan to Luxor. Full board, check in with lunch, check out with breakfast. Note: ★Recommended Arrival time on the first day should be before 12:01 pm. ★the tour ends in Luxor on the last day around 3:30 to 4:30 pm, so evening departure is recommended.
What's included
Included
- Sharing a group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide bus or minibus .
- 3 nights accommodation on 5 stars Nile Cruise on full board basis.
- All transfers/Pick up&drop off by A/C.vehicle.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- 30 to 40 minutes Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor Sky
- Breakfast
- Professional English speaking Egyptology Tour guide.
Not included
- Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
- Water or Drinks on the cruise.
- Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sightseeing.
- Tipping to Guide, Drivers, cruise crew etc.
- Motorboat to Philae Temple.
- Wifi on The cruise (available with extra charge on the cruise)
- Available to pick travelers from Aswan west bank hotels with extra 10$ USD per person.
- Available to transfer travelers to their Hotels in Luxor west bank with extra 10$ USD per person.
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Ends at
Luxor east bank hotel, train station or airport
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Gift Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A child from 5 to 11 accompanied by one adult will be treated as an adult.
- Children from 5 to 11 sharing with parents.(maximum 1 child in one room).
- If your arrival to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as Cruise check in at 12:00.
- Prices are quoted in U.S dollars, per person per trip and valid except during Christmas, New Year,Easter holidays.
- Sometimes due to sailing conditions on the River Nile,Nile Cruises itineraries schedule and sailing time maybe updated.We assure that our clients will see all what is on their itineraries but maybe in different order.
- If the trip to Abu Simbel cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30USD per person, and 15$USD per child. . .
- If the Hot Air Balloon trip cancelled due to bad weather, you will be refunded with 30USD per person, and 15$USD per child. .
- Camera is not allowed on the balloon basket, you can only use your cellphone to take pictures.
- A child less than 6 years is not allowed for the balloon trip.
- If you want to have your own room, then you need to book for a single person.
- If you are traveling in a group of 3 people, you will enjoy one triple room.
- If you are traveling in a group and wanted to have your own room, then do a separate booking for a single person
- You will need to pay all the entrance fees by card except the High Dam and motorboat to Philae temple in cash.
- It is available to pick Travelers from Aswan west bank hotels with extra 10$ USD per person.
- Our drop off location in Luxor after the tour on the last day can be at Luxor Airport, train or hotels in Luxor east bank
- It is available to transfer Travelers to their Hotels in Luxor west bank with extra 10$ USD per person.
- The tour ends on the last day in Luxor city around 4 to 5 pm, so evening departure is recommended
- Other languages are available with extra charge upon your request.
- Passports copies are required for the cruise line company, Abu Simple and Hot air balloon Trip permissions.
- Sundays cruises start sailing from Aswan to Kom Ombo temple in the early morning of day 3 around 5 am, which means it will be docking the first 2 nights in Aswan. We will do everything as mentioned in the itinerary details but in different order
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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, Thu, Fri, Sun
- Price range
- $250 to $2250
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 79
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Egypt Gift Tours, who run 9 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.5.
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4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel Hot Air Balloon: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.
How much does 4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel Hot Air Balloon cost?
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Prices start at $250 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-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including 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-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel Hot Air Balloon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 91 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 227 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. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including 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-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including 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-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including Abu Simbel Hot Air Balloon?
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Around 79 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-Days 3-Nights Cruise From Aswan To Luxor including 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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