2 Night Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor

Hussein was a great guide. He showed us around the temple of Horus and explained everything well to my brother and I. He was friendly and knowledgeable! Definitely recommend!

Heba is a good guide for this experience. Abanoub best driver. The visit of assouan and philae temple was perfect. Thank you for this moment !

Fantastic visit! Our guide Mohamed Ati was extremely knowledgeable and made the history come alive, while also being warm and friendly throughout. Highly recommend!

This trip worth it. Our guide Ahmed Abdelwahab was perfect. He paid attention to every details and organized the trip for our conveniance. Our wishes are his dutys as he used to say all the time. We really appreciate his flexibility. In the same time, he is passionnate about egyptology and is the ideal storyteller for the visit of the temples during the way. Thanks for everything. Highly recommended.

We have visited an great place in Kom Ombo and got an excellent guidance. Mohamed gave us amazing information of culture and history of Egypt.

Great visit to Kom Ombo Temple with Mohamed Ati. He was prompt professional and very knowledgeable.

Gabriel, our Egyptologist and tour guide, was absolutely outstanding and incredible. He explained every detail with great knowledge and passion at the temples of Edfu, Kom Ombo, Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, and the two temples of Abu Simbel. He was very patient, answered all of our questions, and made the entire experience unforgettable. He stayed with us for three days during our Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan in Egypt, and his guidance truly enhanced our trip. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional tour guide and Egyptologist.

Amazing experience from Aswan to Luxor with the best guide I ever had ! Very clear, patient and interesting with so many informations and explanations for all my questions ! If you want some kind and very professional guide, don’t hesitate !! Thanks to Emad Aiad for the Kom Ombo and Edfu visit ! I RECOMMAND !!!!!!

The experience was beautiful and interesting. Starting from the High Dam, we went to the Philae temples, then took a tour to buy spices and finally to see the unfinished obelisk. Our guide Mary was very helpful throughout and answered all our questions, 5 stars for her!

I’ve done the Aswan to Luxor tour transfer tour with Kom Ombo and Edfu with Emad. He has an extraordinary knowledge of Egyptian archeology and history, erudite, well educated (graduated in Archeology and History at Cairo University), speaks excellent English, passionate, generous with his time, caring, considerate. I could add a hundred more adjectives to comment this guide. I can guarantee he will be your best guide during your journey to Egypt’s past

Amazing experience at Temple of Horus, incredibly maintained and such a lovely temple. Our guide Ahmed Zanan was so knowledgeable and explained the history behind this temple which made it an even better experience.

Had a wonderful trip to Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan! My tour guide (Mr Halim Nauem) was truly excellent—very patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly helpful. He even went the extra mile by acting as my photographer to make sure we got the best shots throughout the journey. A big appreciation also goes to the driver for the safe and comfortable ride during the entire trip. Lunch was absolutely delicious and very generous in portion, especially the strawberry juice—I loved it so much that I ordered more! The vanilla ice cream dessert was also very soft and creamy, a perfect ending to the meal. Thank you for such a memorable experience, including the great choice of restaurant (Grand Restaurant) and lunch menu. Highly recommended!

Review only for High Dam, Obelisk and Philae. An informative and interesting trip. I unexpectedly was booked onto this by myself rather than in a group and so had a private driver and private guide Waleed. Waleed was well informed, asked how I prefer to experience attractions and make sure I was comfortable throughout. He got me some water and a snack which was appreciated. When we were unsure whether the boat was included, he called the tour company to double check that it was rather than making me pay again. I was encouraged to visit other shops including a perfumery but not pressured to spend money there. Thank you for a great afternoon Waleed.

Emad Aiad was a great guide - lovely your and lot of knowledge - a must if you come to Aswan/ Luxor!! I recommend it

We had the pleasure of visiting the Temple of Edfu today with our guide, Ahmed Zanan, and I honestly cannot recommend him enough. He was absolutely wonderful incredibly knowledgeable about the temple, its history, and all the fascinating details that made the visit so special. What I appreciated most was that he didn’t just explain things in a formal or boring way he made the entire tour dynamic, fun, and very engaging. This was especially impressive because the tour started at 4:00 in the morning, and everyone was naturally tired, but Ahmed still managed to keep the whole group interested, entertained, and enjoying every moment. Without a doubt, Ahmed Zanan has been the best guide I’ve had during my trip to Egypt. He is professional, friendly, passionate, and truly excellent at what he does. I feel very lucky that we had him as our guide today at the Temple of Edfu. He is highly, highly recommended!

Really good and qualified guide. We had a great experience on Philae, at the High Dam and in Aswan. Highly recommendable.

We booked a 3-day Nile cruise with Nice Tours expecting a structured, well-managed experience. In reality, the trip was poorly coordinated, heavily rushed, and significantly misrepresented. Communication & Organisation – Weak from the Start Initial communication was acceptable, but as the trip approached, it became clear there was no proactive coordination. We had to repeatedly chase for basic information such as pick-up time and location. Despite clearly advising we were staying on an island in the Nile, the operator insisted we would be collected by Tuk Tuk — clearly not possible. In the end, we had to arrange our own transfer via hotel boat at 0330hrs just to reach the pick-up point. Transport & Logistics – Poorly Managed The minibus was already half full on arrival, and with luggage included, we were forced into cramped seating at the rear for an 8-hour round trip to Abu Simbel on minimal sleep and food. There was: No effective planning around comfort Delays entering tourist zones Additional charges at rest stops (tourists charged, locals not) Time at Abu Simbel was limited to just over an hour — completely rushed given the scale of the site. Unplanned Stops & Lost Time After returning to Aswan, we were taken to perfume and spice shops that were not part of the itinerary. Despite declining, we were effectively forced to attend due to group decisions, adding ~90 minutes to an already exhausting day. The “5-Star” Cruise – Misleading The boat is advertised as 5-star. It is not. At best, it’s a 2-star standard: Very dated Poor condition Noisy (our cabin was next to crew social areas) Positives: Food was generally good Staff were attentive Tour Guide – The Only Consistent Positive Our guide, Emad Aiad, was excellent throughout: Knowledgeable Engaging Helped navigate queues and maximise limited time Without him, the experience would have been significantly worse. Queues & Time Inefficiency A major issue across the trip was constant queueing for tickets, which: Wasted significant time Reduced time at key historical sites Recommendation: Pre-book tickets yourself where possible. Second Day – Unacceptable Review Pressure On the second day of the trip, while still mid-tour, the group was: Asked to leave reviews Provided with a TripAdvisor link Pressured to complete reviews on the spot This is completely inappropriate and undermines the credibility of positive ratings. Reviews should reflect the full experience, not be solicited halfway through. Food Hygiene Issue – Serious Concern After eating grilled chicken on board, I developed: Severe stomach cramps Ongoing diarrhoea This prevented me from attending key activities (including the balloon trip). This is a serious failure in food safety standards. Final Day – Disorganised & Overloaded The final day itinerary was unrealistic and poorly executed: Overcrowded transport (luggage unsecured on roof) Continued delays for ticket purchases Reduced time at key locations (e.g. Hatshepsut Temple) “Photo stop” at Colossi of Memnon with minimal value Lunch (not included) was poor value (~530 EGP per person). At 1430hrs, further activities were cancelled, and the schedule was clearly unachievable. We chose to leave the tour early and continue independently. Overall Experience This tour is heavily oversold and underdelivers in key areas: Poor planning and communication Excessive travel vs. site time Forced commercial stops Misleading “5-star” claims Food safety concerns Pressure to submit early positive reviews Recommendation Avoid this package. You will get far better value, flexibility, and overall experience by: Planning visits independently Booking smaller, focused tours Avoiding large group “all-in-one” packages like this If this had been marketed honestly as a budget, high-volume tour, expectations might have been different. As it stands, it does not deliver what is promised.

Emad Aiad Emad, is very knowledgeable and passionate about his work and ensuring all guests are catered for during the trip. His attention to detail is excellent and the way he controlled the entry into the temples was outstanding. Emad has certainly made the trip very memorable for us, ensuring we got in everything during the short excursions and also showing of his photography skills. He is a credit to the tourist industry.

We have an amazing experience we took the 4 days Aswan to Louxor , our guide Emad Aiad was an encyclopedia full of knowledge and make every single of the visit enjoyable , making the most of our time and avoiding crowds, what beautiful memories we will cherish

We were on 2 nights-3 days Nile cruise. Our tour guide Emad Aiad was amazing, he spent the three days with us and provided very professional service. Emad is very knowledgeable in Egyptology and is very interactive with the group. We did not have any wait times or concerns with entrances due to Emad’s knowledge and experience, also he is very funny and his descriptions and presentations are interactive and memorable that will stick into our memories for ever. The visits to Abu Simbel temples was unforgettable also visits Kom Ombo and Edfu temples were amazing, our tour guide pointed out unique details of drawing and temples details that would not be noticed otherwise. Thank you Emad for unforgettable experience. We enjoyed the cruise and all the sites we visited. We hope we will have an opportunity to experience more tours with Emad.

My experience had some downsides... The airplane to Aswan was 6 hours late and as a result I could barely visit the city, then the air balloon flight was cancelled due to weather conditions. In spite of this, I still managed to have a really good time. Communication with Nice Tour always went smoothly. The places we visited were amazing and the cruise journey really relaxing. I want to thank all the guides I had during the tour with a particular regard to Muhammad in Aswan for his support during the delayed flight ordeal, Shazli in Abu Simbel (a really experienced and knowledgeable guide) and Mina for the wonderful explanation in Luxor!

The cruise was incredibile, we really enjoyed it. What we liked the most were the two stops at the temple, in particular the Edfu temple with our guide Ahmed Zanan. He was a grate guy, explained lots of interesting stuff to us and made it nice and swift! We really enjoyed our time with him! He even took us nice pics, what else may I ask for?!

We had a wonderful morning enjoying the Edfu Temple. The guide Ahmed is a nice guide. Very friendly and informative. Really enjoyed this morning.

Had an amazing tour! Our guide Ahmed Zanad was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience fun and engaging. He knew the good photo spots. Horse carriage ride was fun. Highly recommend!

It was all very good withe the guide Hamed in the Edfu temple

Mina Habed was amazing and super supportive. Shadly was a great tour guide. Both of them made our excursion and incredible experience. Highly recommend it !

We booked this experience as part of the Nice Tours 2-Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, available through GetYourGuide, Viator, and other booking platforms. The rate was very competitive, though it’s important to note that you don’t find out your specific cruise line until about a day before departure, which may not work for everyone. You select your cabin category and are then assigned accommodations accordingly (standard, deluxe, or luxury). I would recommend the deluxe or luxury options. Nice Tours provides the guides, some of whom were better than others. While it would be ideal if all guides were of the same high quality, variability is understandable and can happen anywhere. There were a few bumps along the way, and despite everyone’s best efforts, not everything went as smoothly as expected. However, they were available, responsive, and answered all communications via WhatsApp. Their approach and style of coordination are different from what we might be used to in the U.S.—often last-minute and with limited information—but in the end, everything works out. Nice tours and most of its guides went above and beyond to ensure that we were happy and satisfied with our experience. Our boat, the Ellie, was modern, beautiful, and exceptionally clean. The food was good and varied, prepared with great attention to detail. The top deck was especially beautiful and felt luxurious compared to other boats, which appeared more dated. Evening activities and meals were well organized. Wake-up calls were provided daily, which helped the day run smoothly. The staff was consistently attentive, and professional throughout the trip. We particularly appreciated the housekeeping crew, the bartender, and our dinner waiter for their friendliness and attentiveness. The fact that it is often used by larger travel groups seemed like a good indicator of its quality. I want to note that on the last day, we were presented with an envelope for tips. While we understood the purpose, we were not aware of this procedure and had already generously tipped the staff we interacted with. We left an additional tip in the envelope. The envelope was opened in front of us, the front desk staff appeared upset, even though the amount we left was comparable to American standards. One couple was stopped on the way out and ask to add more money to their envelope, which is not considered a good practice in the U, made everyone feel uncomfortable, and did not land well with us. The structure of the tipping process had inherent inequities, and unfortunately, our actions became part of that. I suggest that tipping expectations be clearly communicated prior or at check-in so that ALL guests are on the same page and misunderstandings like this can be avoided. Alternatively, tipping could be included in the total cost upfront, similar to the practice on some American cruises.

We had a lovely time on the cruise: an amazing start with Abu Simbel temple and kind and wise guide Ahmed Ali (would definitely recommend Ahmed!). Then we had a great time on the boat, which was large and comfortabele, and had very helpfull staff who helped making it a relaxing experience when watching the Nile-banks float by. The boat and the tours (and airballoon!) Are excellent value for money. The only thing is the communication from Nice tours; while they are friendly, we never found out our itinerary for the three days, and they would only tell us the pick up time for expedition the next morning somewhere the evening before. Since you always have to get up very early for expeditions, this caused a lot of confusion for us and the boat staff. Also, in the Edfu temple, Nice Tours arranged a tour guide that did not keep to the agreed upon schedule. He brought us back to the ship half an hour late. Everyone on the ship had to wait for us, and because of the narrow crossing near Edfu we ended up being 6 hours later in Luxor than planned. Apart from the planning hiccups, we had a great time, and we would definitely recommend this cruise!

Abu Simbel Temple We had an exceptional tour with Mustafa, who was a very knowledgeable guide. 5☆ service from pick up to drop off. It was a very early pickup, but Mustafa kept us informed of every part of our trip. He was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Egyptology. As a group of 6, we all really enjoyed our trip with detailed information from our guide. He also made sure we all got to our different destinations. He even carried my case down to the boat. If you are in Aswan and booking with Nice tours, request Mustafa you won't be disappointed. R&D

Nice tour communication was excellent throughout the cruises, tours and hot air balloon ride. Most of the guides spoke English and knowledgeable but some were hard to understand. The cruise ship was outdated for deluxe category but the staff was amazing and food was great. I will definitely book future tours through Nice tour.

We had a good time our guide was very knowledgeable about Egypt history and temples FAMILY FAMILY the tour was well organized

We had an amazing experience at Edfu temple. Ahmed Zanen was an amazing guide, he was so engaging and had extensive knowledge about the temple as his family has worked here for 35 years. The temple is so grand and beautiful and extremely well preserved. We were a group of 6 girls and felt so safe and welcomed. Overall an amazing experience here!

We took part in an organized 2 night Nile cruise and it was an absolutely amazing experience. We were upgraded to a luxury boat, which truly made the cruise unforgettable. The cabins were very comfortable, and the meals were generous and delicious. A special mention goes to the activities organized for the Christmas holidays, which were well thought out and added a wonderful festive atmosphere to the trip. The daily visits were perfectly well organized and extremely interesting, allowing us to discover incredible sites without any stress. We would also like to give a special thank you to our guide in Luxor, Jackie. She is kind, flexible, and very attentive. Her English is excellent, and she takes the time to clearly explain the history of the temples, making each visit dynamic and extremely engaging. Finally, it’s worth mentioning that the days for Abu Simbel and the Luxor hot air balloon start very early and are quite intense, but they are absolutely breathtaking and 100% worth it.

Be aware of this tour operator - they are interested only in profits. Had booked a 2 night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor for family of 4 a few months back. Then it was automatically cancelled by Nice Tours last week (2 weeks before due to travel). Different reasons supplied for why it was cancelled (circumstances beyond control / operational issues / issues with a ship). But then eventually transpired that they could get 2-3x more cost by cancelling my booking and make me rebook at higher costs. I have never in all my years experienced such unethical behaviour by any company, where my booking and payment was made and accepted. How companies such as this are allowed to operate on the booking platform is anyone's guess. My itinerary is fixed and no other options supplied despite repeated requests. I now have to make last minute alternative plans by myself. I will revise my score depending on the customer service with this company (which is not positive to date). Hence pls be aware of the status of your booking even though payment may have been made.

we had such a a lovely time in cairo. our tour guide nasser arafat was very accommodating and knowledgeable, he does make sure everything is perfect ,overall amazing experience. i highly recommend nice tour . the drivers were very punctual and polite. nasser is also professional in taking lovely photos and if it happens you love to create memories with nice photos, his the best tour guide you could ever have in town.

I am a 39-year-old woman traveling alone in Egypt, and I booked a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor through GetYourGuide. The tour was operated by Nice Tours, and partly by Shekba Tours, but I didn't know anything at the time of booking. I paid 515 euros for this 2-night tour. This trip was the most stressful and poorly managed experience of my life, and I've travelled around the world alone and with my husband. There were countless moments where my safety, mental health, and enjoyment were disregarded by these agencies. The nightmare began with a one-hour late pickup in Aswan on my first day—scheduled for 4:00 am but arriving at 5:00 am—so the entire Abu Simbel visit was rushed. I had only 30 minutes for the two temples, leaving no time to appreciate one of the greatest archaeological sites in the world. After returning late to Aswan (2:30 pm, instead of the planned 1:00 pm), the disaster escalated. Instead of taking me to the boat upon arrival to the Aswan docks, the agent Hazem (Shekba Tours) abandoned me and four other women on the road above the dock with all our luggage. If Hazem had taken me directly to my ship, as he should have, I would have boarded on time and avoided nearly all the subsequent distress. At 15:30, scared and harassed by the men around, I proactively went down to the docks, where I found Hazem. He then informed me that my cruise had sailed without me. At that point, Hazem did not give me any information about this total failure; he just said that I would be driven by car to the next cruise stop at Kom Ombo. However, my receptionist at the cruise later confirmed that my ship had been waiting for me at the dock in Aswan from 2:00 pm to 3:15 pm!! As I said above, I was in Aswan at 2:30 pm. So I was 45 minutes on the side of the road just above and the boat sailed without me because Hazem from Shekba Tours did not take me to it. All the chaos that followed—missing my ship, frantic searching, and hours of uncertainty—was a direct result of Shekba Tours and Nice Tours' incredible negligence 😞 Both agencies remained unreachable during the whole process, calls were not answered and I only got scattered apologies now and then without any kind of information. At 4 pm I was separated from the other four stranded girls, whose cruise was overbooked and could not board either. My new driver took me and other 2 unrelated tourists in the same situation on a long drive to Kom Ombo (over 1 hour). When we arrived, I realised the driver didn't know which was my cruise. When I asked Hazem from Shekba Tours, he said he didn't know either. Nice Tours remained unreachable. My driver frantically screamed at several people on the phone. The situation lead to more than 30 minutes of wandering the docks up and down with all my baggage while my driver called around in desperation. Finally, a tour guide appeared. To my surprise, when I was saying goodbye to the driver, he said I should pay for the whole drive from Aswan to Kom Ombo! I said this was a transfer by the agency, but he insisted, and I had to pay 250 EGP (around 5 euros). Here comes the only good part ot the trip: Abdul, my guide at Kom Ombo, whose kindness and care truly stood out. This man recognized how much I was suffering—confused, exhausted, on the verge of collapse—and he made it his mission to get me safely onto my ship. He didn't rest until he found my boat and made sure I was physically on board at last, even helped me check in. This took him 1 hour of wandering the docks and asking around. To him, I owe thanks and good energy for ever. He was a rare source of human decency and support in an otherwise terrible ordeal. So I finally made it to the cruise at 7 pm. The Casa Sol cruise crew was welcoming and warm. They gave me a plate of fruit to compensate for my missed lunch (I hadn't had a bite since breakfast and my journey started at 4 am). They initially put me at the very latest room, wall to wall to the motor. I complained because the noise was so loud, and they immediately changed my room. I truly thank them for this and for their kindness. In any case, I came to my final room at 9 pm (initial estimated time was 1 pm) Despite this couple of moments of humanity, the rest of the activities incluided in the Nice Tours program was a constant source of distress. Every guide was at least 30 minutes late, forcing me to rush through the visit's. I was repeatedly the last to reboard, with the ship's crew calling my guides to return me. In general, the tour guides for the several excursions (except Abdul at Kom Ombo) were neither knowledgeable nor professional, and English-language communication was poor throughout, often making basic information impossible to get. On the last day, the much-anticipated balloon ride over Luxor was cynically canceled for “bad weather” despite a perfect sky, and I watched dozens of balloons fly while standing disappointed on my boat. The icing of the cake was my tour guide on the last day in Luxor. After I refused a shopping detour, he became silent and rude and started walking very fast. At some point I told him to please relax and tried to explain my situation, but he didnt understand me or didn't want to. Suddenly, after lunch, he began to make unwelcome sexual advances and inappropriate jokes—even after I told him I was married and uninterested. This amount of chaos, distress, and repeated disrespect (especially for a solo female traveler) is inexcusable at this price. My entire holiday was ruined by Nice Tour’s negligence. Since Nice Tours were unresponsive, I requested at least a partial refund from the GetYourGuide-Team, and they give me back only 129 euros, because the agency Nice Tours negates all of the above. Importantly, I have Whatsapp proof for all of the situation and multiple witnesses. I am strongly warning others: avoid Nice Tours and/or Shekba Tours for Nile cruises at all costs.

I booked 3 nights 4 days twice, confirmed then changed dates of their own showing no reason. Then again I booked for 2 nights 3 days. Then it moved smoothly. The foods , cleanliness were good. But viatorshould be more active. Even though the service provider says that the dates are changed and I reported viator , they still continued booking for the same dates and collected money

Had a tour to Abu simble with Gabriel, he is extremely knowledgeable! Knows a lot about Egyptian history and culture. Well informed guide! I think we were lucky to have him!

Andro is an excellent guide. The way he explains makes the information very easy to follow and entertaining. During the whole tour he interacts with us and solve any question or doubt. The guide we have had during our stay in Egypt. Excellent quality price service.

My guide Heba was friendly, kind and knowledgeable. The temple of Isis was amazing. Next time, I would probably forego the unfinished obelisk and Dam.

We have an amazing experience in Aswan and Luxor . We could know and learn a lot of interesting information about the magic ancient Egypt. Thanks our guide Andro of the company Nice Tour that explained everything with perfection. We love any moments in this magic cruise . The atmosphere is unique ! I recommend it!

We had an amazing day trip, perfectly organized and guided by our tour guide Mariam Luka, driver Muhammed Shazly and organization’s representative Mina Habib. We went to the unfinished obelisk, the high dam and lake nasser, the temple of Philae on Agilkia Island and to some essences and spice shops. Our guide Mariam clearly knew a lot about the history, culture, ancient times, structures, techniques used, mythology, and more! Likewise, she was able to answer all of our questions and requests, and she gave us some good tips & recommendations! Also, she made some nice pictures of us together, which was really nice! Our driver Muhammed Shazly was there in time every pick up, the car was nicely airconditioned, and he was very polite, receiving us kindly! Also they delivered us safe and sound at our end destination, and helped us get checked in at the cruise ship. All & all it was a very nice trip, and we would definitely recommend it to anyone else, and we would also definitely go on another trip managed by these 3 again!! Thank you for everything!!🙏🏽 شكرا لك على كل شيء (shukran lak ealaa kuli shay)!!! 🙏🏽

Mido was an awesome guide during our 2 night nile cruise! We had him for the Kom Ombo temple and eddy temple tour and I feel like he really had a deep knowledge of both. He also would quiz us which was fun to keep us engaged so I definitely recommend him as a tour guide.

We went to Philae Tenple with Mary Kamal, we managed to walk all the place she told us all about this temple! Very kind and open to our questions totally recommend her!

It has been a great experience for us! Special thanks to Mohammed, who guided us through the astonishing site of Abu Simbel.

Bahoa and Mina were my tour guides for Aswan very nice, funny and respectful it was a small group so even better experience … I recommend taking this tour … amazing experience!!!

From the beginning until the end, we had an absolutely amazing time with the tour. Our guide Andro was super helpful throughout our stay and even provided excellent recommendations. He helped us with anything we needed and he has an exceptional knowledge of the temples and the places we visited, highly recommend him! 10/10 experience and would recommend him and Nice Tours to anyone looking for an adventure in Egypt!

The communication was great in terms of pick up and the drivers were on time. Our guide waleed adnan was great too - he was very informative and gave us detailed history about the temples when we were at Abu Simbel. This elevated the experience and gave a lot of meaning to the visit. Thank you Waleed !

If you’re visiting Aswan and want a guide who is genuinely invested in giving you a meaningful experience, ask for Waleed Adnan. Waleed was knowledgeable, friendly, and completely in tune with what made the experience meaningful for us. A true gem of the city and Waleed was a great person to show us around!