
4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 74 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon worth booking?
4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon is a 96-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $271 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 74 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (74)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $271 per person
Enjoy 4-day Aswan and Luxor Nile cruise is a great alternative because it spaces out attractions, so you feel like you get a great time at each. - Explore popular places such as Philae, the Aswan Dam, the Temple of Kom Ombo, the Temple of Edfu, and Karnak. - See top Aswan and Luxor attractions during this 4-day Nile cruise - Travel stress-free—meals provided while on board This Nile cruise includes three nights of accommodations Cruise ship features a pool and sun deck for relaxing in between sightseeing - Enjoy the hot air balloon as a great option
What you get
About this experience
Enjoy 4-day Aswan and Luxor Nile cruise is a great alternative because it spaces out attractions, so you feel like you get a great time at each. - Explore popular places such as Philae, the Aswan Dam, the Temple of Kom Ombo, the Temple of Edfu, and Karnak. - See top Aswan and Luxor attractions during this 4-day Nile cruise - Travel stress-free—meals provided while on board This Nile cruise includes three nights of accommodations Cruise ship features a pool and sun deck for relaxing in between sightseeing - Enjoy the hot air balloon as a great option
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Motorboat to Philae Temple.
- Egyptology English-speaking tour guide.
- All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified drivers
- Service , taxes , Landing and Parking Fees
- Hot air balloon in Luxor , pick up, drop off and flight certificate (In case you booked this option)
- Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide(In case you booked this option)
- Cart ride at Edfu temple
- Door-to-door transfers in Luxor and Aswan.
- All local taxes and services.
- 03 nights’ accommodation on board 5* Nile cruise – based on FB basis.
- Meet and assist by English-speaking representatives.
Not included
- Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sightseeing.
- Wifi on The cruise (with extra charge on the cruise)
- Water or Drinks on the cruise.
- Boat Staff , rep , drivers tipping
- Pick up from West bank hotels or Aswan airport
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Aswan
Pick up from the meeting point pick up from Aswan east bank hotels Pick up from Aswan west banks hotels and Aswan airport is available for extra cost
Meeting point
Aswan
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Drop off is at your Luxor east bank hotels , or Luxor train station
Ends at
Luxor Downtown and east bank hotels
Options you can book
Cruise+Abu Simbel + Balloon
Hot air Balloon Duration: 3 hours Pickup included
Cruise+Abu Simbel , No Balloon
Pickup included
Cruise NO Abu Simbl,No Balloon
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Egypt Best Holidays
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour ends in Luxor on last day in Luxor by 3 to 4 PM
- All the excluding items can be paid in Cash or credit card
- Hot air balloon optional tour can be cancelled sometimes by the ministry of aviation due to the bad weather ( in such case it will be refunded for this tour )
- We will text you via WhatsApp and add you to the group tour to be easier during the pick up
- The name of the boat is decided few days before the trip when it gets the sailing permission from our government as all cruise tours in Egypt
- Children under the age of 6 years are not allowed for the balloon trip.
- 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 or Aswan airport with extra 12 us dollars per person
- Camera is not allowed on the balloon basket, you can only use your cellphone to take pictures.
- 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. , otherwise you can book for 3 adult and one child in case you want 2 rooms
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 73 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
73 verified traveler reviews for 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cruise with Khaled Saady
My first trip to Egypt. very hot and different
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Guide – Michael Edward Made Our Nile Cruise Special
We had a wonderful 3-night/4-day Nile cruise, and a big part of what made the experience so enjoyable was our excellent guide, Michael Edward. Michael was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and helpful throughout the entire journey. He brought Egypt’s fascinating history and culture to life with his detailed explanations, and he was always happy to answer our questions. His passion for the history and his ability to explain everything clearly made each visit and excursion much more interesting and memorable. He was also incredibly attentive and approachable, making sure that everyone in the group was comfortable, informed, and well looked after. His friendly nature and willingness to help with anything we needed were greatly appreciated. We thoroughly enjoyed our Nile cruise and would especially like to thank Michael for making it such a memorable experience. We highly recommend Michael Edward to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and professional guide in Egypt
via Tripadvisor
Great value cruise and great guide and very helpful throughout our Nile cruise
We had Michael Edward as our guide during our 4-day Nile cruise, and he was really helpful from start to finish. He clearly knows his history and the places we visited, and he explained things in a way that was interesting and easy to follow. What I appreciated most was that Michael was always there to help with the practical side of the trip as well. He was funny, approachable, patient, and happy to answer questions or give advice whenever we needed it. You could tell he has plenty of experience guiding visitors and knows how to make things run smoothly. Overall, Michael added a lot to our experience and made the cruise more enjoyable. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a knowledgeable and helpful guide in Egypt.
via Tripadvisor
Busy few days but very good tour
The tour is a very good way to explore the various temples along the river Nile, however it is quite fast paced with early mornings. The boat is nice and in good condition. The buffet is good and there was plenty of options each meal time. My guide, King Mina, was very good and informative. He also made sure that we were able to have enough time at each temple to take photos and explore after recieving our explanation. I would recommend this tour to friends.
via Viator
Loved it but not recommend during summer
Everything was great. We loved it, but not recomend during the sun or hot weather.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much , We really appreciate your comment and it is always a pleasure to serve you :)
via Tripadvisor
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
- $271 to $999
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 26
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Egypt Best Holidays, who run 10 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 66.5.
See everything Egypt Best Holidays runsWhy this scores 78
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4 Days 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 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon cost?
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Prices start at $271 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 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 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 74 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 Days 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 Days 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 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon?
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Around 26 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 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 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure, 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor - Private Tour, 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon. 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.
What is included in 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon?
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Included: Lunch; Dinner; Breakfast; Motorboat to Philae Temple; and Egyptology English-speaking tour guide. Not included: Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sightseeing; Wifi on The cruise (with extra charge on the cruise); Water or Drinks on the cruise; and Boat Staff , rep , drivers tipping. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 52 listed pickup locations in and around Aswan. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon offered in?
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It is offered in Arabic, German, English, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon?
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Across 74 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for 4 Days Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel. Hot air Balloon?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Cruise+Abu Simbel + Balloon, Cruise+Abu Simbel , No Balloon, Cruise NO Abu Simbl,No Balloon. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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