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3-Night vs 4-Night Nile Cruises

Updated November 2026 · 4 min read
Short answer: The two programs differ mainly in direction. The 3-night program starts in Aswan and ends in Luxor. The 4-night program starts in Luxor and ends in Aswan, with one extra night on board. For the same group size, 4 nights cost US$75 (Classic), US$100 (Superior) or US$125 (Deluxe) more per person.

Side-by-side comparison

3 nights / 4 days4 nights / 5 days
Length3 nights / 4 days4 nights / 5 days
Starts inAswanLuxor
Ends inLuxorAswan
DirectionWith the current (downstream)Against the current (upstream)
Day 1 sightseeingHigh Dam and Philae TempleLuxor Temple and Karnak Temples
Stops on the wayKom Ombo, Edfu, Esna LockEsna Lock, Edfu, Kom Ombo
Final sightseeingFull day in Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor Temple, KarnakAswan: High Dam and Philae Temple, with optional Abu Simbel, a Nubian village or a felucca sail
DeparturesEvery Friday and WednesdaySend us your dates and we confirm the available departures
Abu SimbelEasiest the day you reach Aswan, before boardingEasiest the day after you disembark in Aswan
Price differenceBase rate+US$75 Classic, +US$100 Superior, +US$125 Deluxe, per person (same group size)

Rates are Winter 2026/27, issued 9 November 2026, and subject to availability at the time of booking. See the full rate tables on each route page.

A quick decision guide

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a 3-night and a 4-night Nile cruise?

The main difference is direction. The 3-night program runs from Aswan to Luxor with the current, and the 4-night program runs from Luxor to Aswan against the current. The 4-night program has one extra night on board.

Which direction should I choose?

Choose the program that starts in the city where you arrive. If you fly into Aswan, the 3-night program starts there. If you arrive in Luxor, the 4-night program starts there. If you want to see Abu Simbel after the cruise, the 4-night program ends in Aswan, which makes it easy.

Does a 4-night cruise cost more than a 3-night cruise?

Yes. For the same group size the 4-night program costs US$75 more per person in Classic, US$100 more in Superior and US$125 more in Deluxe (Winter 2026/27 rates, subject to availability at the time of booking). Entrance tickets are quoted separately.

Which departures are available?

The 3-night Aswan to Luxor program departs every Friday and Wednesday. For the 4-night Luxor to Aswan program, send us your travel dates and we confirm the available departures.