A Nile cruise can connect sightseeing and accommodation in one itinerary. Samaria’s four-day, three-night programme travels from Aswan to Luxor, combining visits on shore with nights on board. Before reserving, check the direction, embarkation arrangements and exact cruise details for your departure.
The route at a glance
The four-day Aswan-to-Luxor cruise describes Aswan sightseeing and embarkation on day one, Kom Ombo and Edfu on day two, Luxor’s West Bank on day three and Karnak with disembarkation on day four. The overview includes Philae, the High Dam, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
The inclusions also list Luxor Temple, while the day-four heading focuses on Karnak. Ask for the final day-by-day schedule and confirm where Luxor Temple fits. The cruise direction in the product title is Aswan to Luxor; check the actual boarding and drop-off locations rather than relying only on the map label.
Accommodation, meals and guided visits
The current inclusions list three nights in a cabin, full-board meals on the cruise, an Egyptologist guide for the sightseeing programme, air-conditioned excursion transfers and the specified entrance tickets. Before payment, ask for the vessel or applicable category, cabin arrangement, departure dates and exact pickup and drop-off commitments. Do not infer a ship name or star rating from the general product title.
Optional excursions are separate
The exclusions list Abu Simbel, a balloon ride, a Nubian village visit and Tutankhamun’s tomb ticket, along with drinks beyond the included meal service, spa services, personal purchases and tips. If those experiences matter to you, discuss them in advance. Compare Abu Simbel from Aswan, the Nubian village visit and the Luxor balloon experience against the cruise timetable before adding them.
Keep arrival and departure realistic
A valid passport or ID is listed as required for cruise check-in. Send your arrival details and onward travel plans so the team can confirm whether they fit the boarding and disembarkation schedule. Avoid separately booking a Philae or temple tour already included in the cruise.
Check the terms for this product
Cruise cancellation conditions can differ from day tours. Review the current cruise page, the selected date and your booking confirmation for payment, cancellation and optional-service terms. A blog guide helps you compare the route; it does not replace the conditions attached to your reservation.
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Planning information checked against Samaria Travel’s tour catalogue on 17 October 2026. Dates, inclusions, prices and operating arrangements can change. Check the linked tour page and confirm your selected booking details before payment.