
Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 33 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon worth booking?
Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon is a 96-hour experience in Aswan, Egypt, from $228 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 33 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (33)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $228 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
- All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified drivers
- 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)
- Lunch
- Cart ride at Edfu temple
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Motorboat to Philae Temple.
- All local taxes and services.
- 03 nights’ accommodation on board 5* Nile cruise – based on FB basis.
- Guided Tour to Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu and Luxor
- Meet and assist by English-speaking representatives.
- Egyptology English-speaking tour guide.
Not included
- Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sightseeing.
- 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
Aswan east bank hotels
Meeting point
Aswan
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Luxor east bank hotels or Luxor downtown Drop off to Luxor west bank hotels and Luxor airport available for extra cost ( 10 USD per person )
Ends at
Luxor Downtown or east bank hotels
Options you can book
Cruise+Abu Simbel+ Hot balloon
Hot air Balloon Duration: 3 hours Pickup included
Tour, No Abu Simbl, no balloon
Pickup included
Cruise+Abu Simbel , 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
- Hola Egipto
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 33 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
33 verified traveler reviews for Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very experienced tour guide
Galas is a very friendly and reliable tour guide. We’ve enjoyed and respectful to his service
via Tripadvisor
Good
Talaat An excellent guide, very friendly, always with good disposition
via Tripadvisor
Lovely visit of Egypt
Impressive. Our guide Mina was great. Deep inowledge about all the temples and Egyptian story and religion in general. We loved the visits.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much, you're a champ :)
via Tripadvisor
Good value nile cruise with a small group
I joined this 4 day nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, King Mina was our guide. He took a good care of us all during our 4 days Nile tour from Aswan to Luxor, including Abu Simbel. We were lucky to have a small group of 10. We also took the extra tour to Nubian Village which is really worth it. Overall we had such a great time with him as he is also really funny. He is doing his phd on egyptology at the moment, so he also knew a lot about everything. All our questions were answered professionally. He is also very efficient with time and he is great at telling stories about each temple. got his contact and I will definitelly contact him again next time I am in Egypt.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much , We really appreciate your comment and it is always a pleasure to serve you :)
via Tripadvisor
Pretty basic tour that does the job
Tour covers food (drinks excluded), transport, lodging on boat and full-time guide. Plan to spend extra about $100 on admission, $10 pp/day general tipping for crew, $10 pp for airport/hotel transfer and $50-90 for upgrade hot air balloon (if it happens/allowed by regulators). Also factor in tip to the tour guide. Optional visit to Nubian village is $40 pp on day 1 Aswan plan for very early mornings esp on Day 2 visit to Abu Simbel with 8 hour round trip bus ride (boat does not sail day 1). Boat was MS Queen Is - older but it did the job. Staff is nice and food is decent. Showers don't have doors so expect a wet floor so bring shower shoes Tour guide, Mina, was jovial and energetic. He helped smooth over disputes between client and tour company. He also helped with shopping needs (on our trip: perfume, alabaster (stone), and jewelry). I appreciate his service. Local guides we interacted with / drivers likely don't communicate much so be proactive and ask for what you need. Overall the tour was pretty basic and I would appreciate if there is more price transparency with the tour company so people can plan better. Best part of tour was our tour guide .
Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to explain what is already written as including and excluding in the tour link , we are glad that you enjoyed your tour with us in a way and the best thing that almost all cruises online has same schedule and same including and excluding except our price is cheaper compared to our service , we hope that you get what you paid for , Kind Regards
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
- $228 to $999
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 12
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Hola Egipto, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 68.9.
See everything Hola Egipto runsWhy this scores 76
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Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Aswan.
How much does Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon cost?
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Prices start at $228 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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 33 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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon?
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Around 12 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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon?
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Included: All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified drivers; Hot air balloon in Luxor , pick up, drop off and flight certificate (In case you booked th; Sharing a small group to Abu Simbel with English Speaking tour guide(In case you booked th; Lunch; and Cart ride at Edfu temple. Not included: Entrance Fees to all the mentioned sightseeing; Water or Drinks on the cruise; Boat Staff , rep , drivers tipping; and Pick up from West bank hotels or Aswan airport. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon?
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Across 33 reviews averaging 4.7 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 Explore 4 Day Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor & Abu Simbel.Air Balloon?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Cruise+Abu Simbel+ Hot balloon, Tour, No Abu Simbl, no balloon, Cruise+Abu Simbel , NO balloon. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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