The World’s 8 Best Four-Day River Cruises

1.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor&Abu Simbel+Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,023 reviews · from $340Our pick

Sail from Aswan to Luxor aboard a three-night Nile cruise, with guided visits to Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Guides such as Mohammed Abdo, Hady, Mido, and Mostafa lead the sightseeing. A sunrise balloon ride over Luxor is included, but confirm the exact flight time.

“I was feeling anxious picking a good option for Nile cruise but I am glad I picked this one. The ship was new and clean. The room was comfortable and clean. The food was varied and good. The cruise staff was amazing, very friendly and helpful. And our guides (Mostafa and Mohamed Abdo) were very knowledgeable, nice and simply amazing! I completely recommend it.”

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2.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 612 reviews · from $329

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor for three nights aboard a Nile ship, with Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and a sunrise balloon ride. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, Ahmed, and Ahmed Shawky Ali have led recent departures. Entrance fees and drinks cost extra.

“Everything was taken care of :) Our guide Mohamed Gobran was very helpful and explained everything clearly (from all the itineraries and money things to the Egyptian history). We felt super safe. The itinerary is packed with a lot of amazing places to see. Food on the boat is great (buffet style), but remember that the times can vary depending on the itinerary of the day. We had a lot of fun and would recommend this cruise!”

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3.4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 593 reviews · 4 days · from $830

Spend three nights on a full-board 5-star Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor, with private guides for Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Hatshepsut, and the Valley of the Kings. Add Abu Simbel if you want an early start and one of Egypt’s great monuments.

“Waleed andan nobien guide in Aswan really good experience in Philae Temple. And also the guide really experienced with the history of it.”

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4.Durango 1/4 Day Rafting Trip – Lower Animas River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 583 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75Best value

Spend about 2.5 hours rafting the Lower Animas River from Durango, with one hour on the water, Class II rapids, and one Class III rush. Guides such as Kaleb, Dylan, Stephen, Riley, and Trey have led memorable trips, while families can choose a mild pace or a wetter ride.

“Our rafting trip was so fun!! Beautiful river, knowledgeable and fun guide. We loved it and cannot wait to join this company on The Salt River!”

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5.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor – Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · from $504

Sail from Aswan to Luxor on a 5-star Nile cruise with a private Egyptologist, daily temple visits, full-board meals, and air-conditioned transfers. Guides such as Ahmed, Mustafa, Amro, and Sayed have earned praise for flexible, personal tours. Abu Simbel and a Luxor balloon ride cost extra.

“Every staff on board is really nice. The food is really nice. Our guide is really nice. The whole trip is really nice!!! I’m so glad I booked this trip with this company and this boat.”

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6.4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel and Hot Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 356 reviews · from $329

Travel from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile cruise boat, with Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. Guides such as Khaled, Mina, and Talaat Abdo have earned strong praise. The balloon flight depends on weather.

“Charming and welcoming staff from the moment one arrives. Beautiful view of the Nile at a leisurely pace. A full day of sightseeing with - in my honest opinion - the best guide ever: Meena (he has a Masters & Ph.D in Egyptology) and weaved a story/showed us things no other guide did. The cruise company accommodated our every need and went out of their way to set us up with transportation and a stay at a downtown 5 star hotel when some complications arose with another company. All in all, highly recommended.”

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7.4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor With Balloon and Abu Simbel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 327 reviews · from $311

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile ship, with Egyptologist guides such as Ahmed Shawky Ali or Mohamed Gobran. You’ll visit Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings, plus take a hot-air balloon flight over Luxor.

“Ahmed Shawky Ali was impeccable as a guide. Excelent explanations, something surprisingly rare in Egypt as many of the guides gave contradictory explanations to the museum in Cairo and any good sourced documentation. The plan was pacRead more”

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8.4 Days Nile Cruise Luxor Abu Simbel & Air Balloon

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 310 reviews · 4 days · from $450

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a 5-star Nile ship, with guides such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, and Ahmed Shawky Ali. You will visit Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings, plus take a hot air balloon ride over Luxor.

“excellent service specially our guide Mohamed Gobran and very knowledgeable with Egyptian history.”

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