Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise

Upon arrival in Aswan, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to board the elegant Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise before lunch. Settle into your luxurious suite, then enjoy your first lunch on board. Your afternoon begins with a guided visit to the remarkable High Dam, an engineering marvel of modern Egypt. Continue with a motorboat ride to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Conclude the day exploring the ancient granite quarries and viewing the colossal Unfinished Obelisk. Return to the cruise, enjoy a delicious dinner, and relax under the Aswan stars.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Aswan

Begin the day sailing toward Kom Ombo as you enjoy breakfast. On arrival, set out to explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). After your tour, continue cruising to Edfu and savor lunch on board. In the afternoon, travel by horse-drawn carriage to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt’s best-preserved temple, where towering pylons and intricate carvings evoke the ancient past. As evening falls, the cruise continues toward Luxor via Esna. Unwind with afternoon tea on the sun deck, then join a cocktail party followed by a vibrant Galabeya Party after dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board en route to Luxor

After breakfast, set off to discover Luxor’s famed West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, followed by a visit to the cliff-carved Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. Pause at the monumental Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise for lunch. In the afternoon, delve into the splendor of the East Bank with visits to the grand Karnak Temple complex and the elegant Luxor Temple. Enjoy dinner on board, capped off by a traditional belly dance and whirling dervish performance.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Luxor

Savor your final breakfast on the Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise before disembarking in Luxor. Assistance will be provided with your transfer, bidding you farewell as you depart with unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient grandeur.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: —

This cruise is available on the following route:

Your adventure begins with embarkation before lunch. After savoring a welcome meal on board, head out to discover Luxor’s East Bank with your expert Egyptologist guide. Wander through the expansive Karnak Temple complex, admired for its towering columns, sacred obelisks, and ancient carvings. Continue on to the elegant Luxor Temple, historically connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Return to the cruise for dinner and settle in for your first night on board.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Luxor

After breakfast, cross the Nile to unveil the wonders of the West Bank. Explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, where Egypt’s ancient rulers rest in elaborately decorated tombs, before visiting the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and viewing the imposing Colossi of Memnon. Board the cruise for lunch as the Steigenberger Senator sets sail toward Edfu, passing through the Esna Lock. Relax on the sun deck with afternoon tea before joining the Captain’s Cocktail Party and enjoying dinner on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Cruising toward Edfu

Begin with breakfast before setting out to the remarkable Temple of Horus at Edfu, a well-preserved Ptolemaic monument adorned with scenes of mythical battles and rituals. Continue sailing toward Kom Ombo, where lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, visit the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Delve into stories of ancient medicine, healing, and the temple’s famed mummified crocodiles. The cruise proceeds south to Aswan, with a festive Galabeya Party following dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Cruising toward Aswan

Start your day with breakfast, then explore Aswan’s iconic attractions. Visit the High Dam, examine the Unfinished Obelisk in its original quarry, and admire the stunning Philae Temple. Enjoy lunch back on the cruise. In the afternoon, experience a traditional felucca sail to the lush Botanical Gardens. The evening wraps up with dinner and a lively Nubian show, offering a glimpse into the region’s vibrant culture.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Aswan

Relish your final breakfast on board the Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise before disembarkation. Receive assistance with your onward travel arrangements, bringing your luxurious Nile journey to a close.

Meals: Breakfast

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