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5 Days - 4 Nights
No Cancellation
Unlimited
English
Set off on a timeless journey along the Nile on board the Steigenberger Royale, a 5-star luxury vessel featuring 50 well-appointed double cabins (19.5 m²) and two spacious suites (35 m²). Each accommodation offers panoramic sliding windows, satellite TV, air conditioning, private bathroom, hairdryer, safe, and minibar for your convenience. The ship is equipped with excellent amenities including a main restaurant, a cozy lounge, sun deck bar, jacuzzi, swimming pool, fitness area, and massage services upon request. Guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception throughout their stay.
During your voyage, you’ll uncover some of Egypt’s most renowned ancient monuments. Marvel at the grandeur of Karnak and Luxor Temples, descend into the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and visit the cliffside Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Your adventure continues at the remarkable double temple of Kom Ombo and the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Conclude your journey in Aswan, where you’ll explore Philae Temple and the impressive High Dam, blending immersive cultural discovery with superior onboard service.
This cruise is available on the following route:
Arrive in Aswan and board the Steigenberger Royale, settling into your comfortable cabin. Following your check-in, enjoy a delicious lunch as your cruise begins, gliding through the timeless scenery of Upper Egypt. In the afternoon, embark on a guided exploration of Aswan’s highlights, starting with the impressive High Dam—an engineering marvel of modern Egypt. Next, travel to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and gracefully situated on Agilkia Island. End your day with a classic felucca sail around Elephantine Island and soak up the tranquil Nile views. Return to your cruise ship for dinner and spend the night in Aswan.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Start your morning with breakfast as the ship sails toward Kom Ombo. Disembark to explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple, a rare double temple honoring both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed deity. Continue your voyage to Edfu, where you will visit the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus, renowned for its towering columns, walls inscribed with hieroglyphs, and sacred sanctuary. Return onboard to unwind on the sun deck or sip a cocktail in the Panorama Bar as you cruise towards Esna. Enjoy dinner and onboard entertainment in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard
Savor breakfast as you arrive in Luxor, widely regarded as the world’s greatest open-air museum. Begin your tour on the West Bank with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the legendary burial ground of pharaohs such as Tutankhamun. Continue to the awe-inspiring Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural wonder nestled in the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. End with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two grand statues guarding the ancient necropolis. Return to the cruise ship for lunch and spend your afternoon relaxing onboard or venturing out to explore Luxor independently.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Luxor
Following breakfast, check out and disembark from the cruise. Before departing Luxor, enjoy guided visits to the East Bank’s monumental temples. Wander through the majestic Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious structures ever built, famed for its colossal hypostyle hall and soaring obelisks. Then, continue on to the nearby Luxor Temple, bathed in morning light and rich with history from ancient Egypt through to Roman times.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: End of cruise
This cruise is available on the following route:
Board the elegant Steigenberger Royale in Luxor and settle into your cabin. After lunch is served onboard, begin exploring Luxor’s East Bank. Your journey starts at the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple, a sprawling complex renowned for its vast halls, towering statues, and sacred lakes. Next, proceed to Luxor Temple, an impressive monument once linked to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. Return to the ship for dinner and spend your first night docked in Luxor.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Luxor
Following breakfast, venture to the West Bank to uncover the ancient royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Step into the burial chambers of mighty pharaohs, including (optionally) the tombs of Ramses VI and Tutankhamun. Continue to the remarkable Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dramatically set against sheer cliffs. Visit the towering Colossi of Memnon before heading back to the ship. Enjoy lunch on board as you cruise toward Edfu, passing through the Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard
The day begins with a guided visit to the impressive Edfu Temple, the best-preserved and most complete temple in Egypt. Take in the massive pylons and intricate carvings before returning to the ship. Cruise onward to Kom Ombo while enjoying lunch. Upon arrival, explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus and learn about ancient medicine at the Crocodile Museum. Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy evening entertainment as you sail towards Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard
After breakfast, set out to discover the highlights of Aswan. Visit the monumental High Dam, a feat of engineering that tamed the Nile’s floods. Continue to Agilkia Island to admire Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and famed for its graceful columns and sacred ambience. Finish the day with a relaxing felucca ride around Elephantine Island. Return to the ship for your final dinner onboard and spend your last night on the Nile.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Enjoy breakfast, then disembark in Aswan. Optional excursions such as a tour to Abu Simbel can be arranged before you continue your travels.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: End of cruise