
5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel
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4.9/5
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Is 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel worth booking?
5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel is a 120-hour experience in Luxor, Egypt, from $155 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 38 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (38)
- Duration
- 120 hours
- From
- $155 per person
With High Quality Service, Discover the Rich heritage and history of Luxor and Aswan with the beauty of Egypt Nile Valley. Enjoy the beautiful Nile Valley scenery and the real Egyptian life from your 5 stars Nile Cruise
What you get
- Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor west bank.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- High quality of services is granted.
- The assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions.
About this experience
With High Quality Service, Discover the Rich heritage and history of Luxor and Aswan with the beauty of Egypt Nile Valley. Enjoy the beautiful Nile Valley scenery and the real Egyptian life from your 5 stars Nile Cruise Ship deck, in 5 days, 4 Nights from Luxor to Aswan. Discover the highlights of the sightseeing in Luxor and Aswan, stop in the way to visit the Pharaonic sites of interest such as Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples. Discover the most impressive temples of Abu Simbel from Aswan and enjoy a memorable Hot Air balloon Ride over Luxor. Have fun and enjoy plenty of entertainments nights such as belly dancing show, Galabeya party, Nubian show or disco and more in this 5 days Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan city. - Check in with lunch & check out with breakfast
What's included
Included
- Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor west bank.
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- High quality of services is granted.
- The assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Accommodation for 4 nights on a 5 stars cruise on full board basis.
- All transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle.
- All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Meet and greet service upon your Arrival & Departure.
- Bottled water during outings outside of cruise ship.
- Egyptologist speaking tour guide during your excursions.
- All service charges and taxes.
- Sharing a small group tour to Abu Simbel temple with ( English Tour Guide ).
Not included
- Any optional tours or Any personal expenses like laundry etc.
- Water or Drinks during meals or WiFi on the Nile cruise.
- Entrance fees
- Tipping. ( Tour guide / Drivers / Nile Cruise crew )
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel
Pickup included
Cruise Included Entrance Fees
Entrance Fees Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Let's Discover Egypt
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If the Hot Air Balloon ride cancelled due to the bad weather, you will be refunded 20 USD per person.
- Children under 6 years old can't participate the hot air balloon in Luxor.
- All bookings for 3 persons, will be accommodated in 1 Cabin (Room), If you want to have your own Cabin (Room) you need to book as a single person.
- Vegan, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Good to know
- Duration
- 120 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Sat
- Price range
- $155 to $1205
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 13
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Luxor.
How much does 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel cost?
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Prices start at $155 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Luxor usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel take?
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Plan for about 120 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 Luxor is not rushed.
Is 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 38 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Luxor, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel?
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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 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 120-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel?
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Around 13 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 Luxor 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 Luxor and add a light layer if any part of the 120-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 5 Days Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan Including Hot Air Balloon & Abu Simbel 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 Luxor 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 Luxor?
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On Outty we rank every Luxor experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Full Day Tour of Luxor West Bank Temples and Tombs (Private), Luxury Sunrise Balloon Ride in Luxor with Hotel Pickup, Luxor Day Tour: Valley of Kings & Queens & Hatchepsut Temples. 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 Luxor?
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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 Luxor?
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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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