10 best Cairo to Aswan tour packages
Compiled by
MelissaCairo travel expert at TourRadar
- Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise
- Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise – Premium Adventure
- Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor and Aswan 8 Days Holiday
- (5 Stars*) 3 Nights Cairo + 4Nights Nile Cruise
- Deluxe 8 Days on the Nile
- Egypt, a journey through time
- 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan with Nubian Village and Flights From Cairo
- 9-Day Egypt Itinerary: Cairo, Luxor & Aswan Highlights
- From Cairo 6 days: 5 star Nile cruise with guided Tours
- 8 Days Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor & Aswan by Train
Your Egyptian odyssey starts at Cairo's Steigenberger Pyramids Hotel before flying to Luxor. M/S Nile Style carries you along the Nile, visiting Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Edfu and Kom Ombo temples until reaching Aswan's Basma Hotel.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range 16 to 99 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $3,627
15% Off- NZ$3,080You save $547
Your Egyptian adventure spans from Cairo's Egyptian Museum and Giza pyramids to Aswan's Nubian shores. Cairo Marriott Zamalek hosts you before flying to Luxor's Karnak Temple, then cruising aboard MS Movenpick Royal Lily to Aswan's Movenpick Resort.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, Aswan, Abu Simbel Age Range 16 to 80 year olds Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From $6,817
24% Off- NZ$5,215You save $1,602
A grand route leads from Cairo's Egyptian Museum to Aswan's High Dam, with stops at Alexandria's Qaitbay Citadel and Luxor's Valley of the Kings. Sleeper train and private vehicles transport you across 1,000+ kilometers of Egyptian heritage.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Operator Ancient Egypt Tours From
24% Off- NZ$1,441
The magnificent Pyramids of Cairo mark your starting point before visiting Luxor's Valley of the Kings and Karnak temples. Tia vessel carries you along the Nile, stopping at Edfu and Kom Ombo temples before reaching Aswan's High Dam.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Aswan Age Range up to 90 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Operator Long Range Travel From
24% Off- NZ$2,541
The majestic Giza Pyramids in Cairo lead to Aswan's Abu Simbel temples via luxury Nile cruise. Luxor's Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, and Kom Ombo complex mark key stops, with flights connecting Cairo-Luxor and Aswan-Cairo.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range up to 80 year olds Operator Imperial Egypt From
24% Off- NZ$2,543
The ancient path unfolds from Cairo's Pyramids through Faiyum Oasis and Luxor's temples, reaching Aswan. Highlights include the Valley of Whales fossils, the Temple of Karnak, and Nile cruising on a traditional felucca across 12 cities.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Faiyum Oasis, Minya, Asyut, Abydos, Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Elephantine IslandSee all destinations Age Range 3 to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo From
24% Off- NZ$4,156
A pre-dawn flight from Cairo takes you to Luxor, followed by a southbound cruise to Aswan. Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, and Kom Ombo highlight the route, ending with High Dam and Philae Temple visits.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae Age Range up to 120 year olds Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Egypt Gift Tours From
24% Off- NZ$1,763
Cairo's Giza pyramids open your Egyptian adventure, leading to Luxor's Temple of Karnak, and onward to Aswan's High Dam and Temple of Philae. A Nile cruise connects major sites, including Edfu's Temple of Horus and Kom Ombo.
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel, Aswan Age Range 5 to 94 year olds Operated in English, German, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Russian Operator Luxury Tours Of Egypt From $3,304
45% Off- NZ$1,817You save $1,486
The pyramids and Islamic quarters of Cairo welcome you before flying south to Luxor. Princess Sarah cruise ship carries you along the Nile to Aswan for Abu Simbel temple and High Dam visits, with all transfers and guided tours included.
Duration 6 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Aswan Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish Operator ToBadaa From
45% Off- NZ$1,509
Ancient wonders line the 950km Nile Valley from Cairo to Aswan's peaceful waters. Alexandria's ancient library, Luxor's temple complexes, and Aswan's High Dam and Temple of Philae showcase Egypt's rich heritage.
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan Age Range 1 to 100 year olds Operator Saudi Group From
45% Off- NZ$2,687
What our customers ask about Cairo to Aswan Tours
What would be an example day-by-day itinerary from Cairo to Aswan?
The 8-day journey begins with Cairo where you'll spend 2-3 days seeing the Pyramids Sphinx and Egyptian Museum from your base at the Cairo Marriott Zamalek. Moving to Luxor days 4-5 focus on the ancient wonders of Karnak Temple Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut. Days 6-7 take you down the Nile stopping at temples in Edfu and Kom Ombo before arriving in Aswan. The final day explores Aswan's High Dam Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple with nights at the Movenpick Resort Aswan. A TourRadar traveler noted about this route: "the combination of historic sites and Nile cruising made for an unforgettable journey."
What are the key destinations visited between Cairo and Aswan?
The route from Cairo to Aswan follows the Nile Valley's most significant archaeological sites. Travelers start at Cairo's Pyramids of Giza and Egyptian Museum then proceed to Luxor's treasures. The East Bank features Karnak and Luxor temples while the West Bank holds the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut. The journey continues to Edfu Temple Kom Ombo Temple and concludes with Aswan's High Dam and Philae Temple. Top accommodations like the Cairo Marriott Zamalek and Movenpick Resort Aswan provide comfortable bases throughout the trip.
What is the average price range for an 8-day Cairo to Aswan tour?
Prices for 8-day Cairo to Aswan tours typically run from USD 1250 to USD 4575 per person with most options around USD 2000. The cost covers 4-5 star hotels Nile cruise segments domestic flights between cities guided excursions and most meals. Luxury options such as the "Ancient Egypt & Nile Cruise" on the MS Movenpick Royal Lily come with enhanced amenities and exclusive experiences at the higher end of the range.
What is the typical distance covered between Cairo and Aswan?
The journey spans roughly 1100 kilometers (683 miles) following the Nile River's course. Most itineraries divide this distance with stops in Luxor (670 km from Cairo) Edfu and Kom Ombo. Transportation usually combines domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor with cruise ships for the Luxor to Aswan segment ending at properties like the Movenpick Resort Aswan.
What is the average tour length for trips from Cairo to Aswan?
Eight days is the standard duration allowing travelers to experience the Nile Valley's highlights. Tours typically split between 3-4 nights in Cairo for the Pyramids and Egyptian Museum followed by 4 nights on a luxury Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan. One TourRadar traveler shared: "Fantastische we learned a lot" during their time aboard the MS Movenpick Royal Lily cruise ship.
What would be a typical day-by-day itinerary from Cairo to Aswan?
The journey starts with 2-3 days in Cairo exploring the Pyramids Egyptian Museum and Islamic Cairo while staying at the Steigenberger Pyramids. A flight to Luxor leads to visits of Karnak and Luxor Temple. The next segment cruises down the Nile on ships like the M/S Nile Style visiting the Valley of the Kings Temple of Hatshepsut Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple. The trip ends in Aswan featuring the High Dam Philae Temple and optional Abu Simbel excursions. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "Each day brought new wonders from the pyramids to hidden tombs making every moment memorable."