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5 Days - 4 Nights
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Set off on an unforgettable journey through Egypt’s ancient legacy aboard a 5-star floating hotel along the Nile. Enjoy sophisticated cabins, gourmet cuisine, and attentive service as you travel between Luxor and Aswan. Each day features privately guided tours to legendary temples, majestic tombs, and breathtaking scenery along the riverbanks. Marvel at Karnak’s grandeur, venture into royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, or unwind on deck with sweeping views. Whether you’re exploring age-old monuments or relaxing under the stars, this cruise is more than a trip: it’s an immersion into history in absolute comfort and style.
This cruise is available on the following route:
Your luxury Nile cruise adventure starts when you arrive in Aswan. You’ll be warmly greeted and transferred in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle to your elegant five-star river cruise ship. Settle into your stylish cabin and savor your first gourmet lunch on the sunlit deck.
In the afternoon, begin your discovery of Aswan’s highlights with a guided visit to the impressive High Dam, a modern marvel controlling the Nile’s waters. Next, a motorboat takes you to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island to prevent flooding. End the day at the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive granite monument that reveals the skill and ambition of ancient Egyptian craftsmen.
Return to the ship for a relaxing evening. Enjoy dinner under the stars as the gentle flow of the Nile sets the mood for your voyage.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Wake up to tranquil river views as the cruise sets sail northward. Savor a hearty breakfast before arriving at Kom Ombo, where you’ll disembark to explore the remarkable twin temple. Unique in design, Kom Ombo honors two gods: Sobek, the crocodile deity, and Horus the Elder, protector of kings. Discover fascinating reliefs, ancient surgical tools carved in stone, and learn about centuries-old healing rituals.
Continue sailing toward Edfu while enjoying a freshly prepared lunch on board. Upon arrival, take a horse-drawn carriage through town to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. Stroll through vast courtyards and admire intricate carvings depicting legendary battles.
As the sun sets, return to the cruise ship for dinner and enjoy a lively folk performance presented by the crew.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard
This morning, your cruise arrives in Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes and an archaeological treasure. After breakfast, embark on a guided tour of the West Bank.
Begin at the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of Egypt’s great pharaohs, where vibrant murals still adorn the tomb walls. Enter several tombs to admire the artistry that reflects ancient beliefs about the afterlife. Next, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, carved into the limestone cliffs—a masterpiece of harmony and grandeur.
Conclude the morning at the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues that once guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple.
Return to the cruise for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing on deck or in the lounge, sipping tea while watching life unfold along the Nile’s edge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Luxor
After breakfast and check-out, devote your final day to exploring Luxor’s majestic East Bank.
Begin at the sprawling Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built. Stroll along the Avenue of Sphinxes, marvel at the vast Hypostyle Hall with its 134 giant columns, and admire the towering obelisks that celebrate ancient Egyptian greatness.
Your journey concludes at Luxor Temple, a sanctuary of royal ceremonies bathed in natural light and echoing with history from Amenhotep III to Ramses II.
At the end of your tour, private transport will take you to your next destination, leaving you with lasting memories of your luxury Nile River cruise.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: —
This cruise is available on the following route:
Your luxury Nile adventure begins in Luxor, where you receive a warm welcome and board your elegant cruise ship. After a delicious lunch on board, set out for a guided exploration along the East Bank.
First, visit the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple complex, with its impressive halls, mighty columns, and sacred spaces dedicated principally to Amun-Ra. Wander through the vast Hypostyle Hall, absorbing the atmosphere of centuries of devotion. Continue to Luxor Temple, seamlessly connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Behold towering statues, monumental columns, and intricate carvings that tell tales of divine kingship.
Return to the ship for sunset tea and a gourmet dinner prepared by the chef, enjoyed beneath the starry sky.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Luxor
After a hearty breakfast, cross the Nile to the West Bank to explore Luxor’s famed necropolis.
Your journey starts at the Valley of the Kings, resting place of legendary pharaohs like Ramses and Tutankhamun. Step inside ornately decorated tombs filled with vivid scenes of the afterlife. Next, visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a striking architectural wonder honoring one of Egypt’s most powerful female rulers. Finish with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two imposing statues that once guarded a long-lost temple.
Board the cruise and begin sailing toward Esna, passing through its lock on your scenic voyage.
Optional: Early morning hot air balloon ride over Luxor (additional fee applies).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: On board
This morning, take a carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu – one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples. Explore its monumental gateways, ceremonial halls, and walls adorned with tales of Horus’s triumph over evil.
After returning to the ship, enjoy lunch while cruising toward Kom Ombo. Visit the fascinating dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). Discover ancient Egyptian healing rituals, medicine, and calendar systems, and explore the Crocodile Mummies Museum before heading back to the cruise.
Delight in dinner on board and savor a peaceful evening on the Nile.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: On board
After breakfast, set out to experience the highlights of Aswan. Begin with the remarkable High Dam, a feat of modern engineering that reshaped the Nile’s landscape. Then, cruise to Philae Temple, a picturesque sanctuary devoted to the goddess Isis, renowned for its elegant columns and stunning riverside location.
Your final stop is the Unfinished Obelisk, still attached to the granite quarry, revealing the skill and precision of ancient Egyptian stonecutters.
Optional: Visit a Nubian village by boat to experience colorful homes and genuine hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Savor your final breakfast on board before disembarkation. For those seeking one last wonder, an optional tour to Abu Simbel is available: marvel at the colossal rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari facing Lake Nasser—monuments preserved by the UNESCO rescue mission. This magnificent site provides a fitting conclusion to your Nile journey.
With your adventure complete, depart with cherished memories of an extraordinary luxury cruise along the Nile.
Meals: Breakfast
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