Join us on a voyage of discovery as we visit the majestic monuments that line the bank of the Nile from Luxor to Aswan, including the World Heritage Sites of the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Kom Ombo, and Philae. From the heady mixture of sights and sounds to the attentive service on board your ship, there’s no better way to savour a slice of Egyptian life – past and present.
View HotelsEvery cruise includes an expertly guided itinerary which includes 10 FREE excursions. You will explore the major sights from Luxor and the magnificent city of Thebes and Valley of the Kings, on to the unusual double temple of Kom Ombo, before reaching Aswan and its spectacular High Dam, which is also the stepping off point for the ever popular optional excursion to Abu Simbel.
Our fleet of modern, custom-built Nile cruise ships are floating hotels, equipped with the state-of-the-art facilities. All the cabins are exterior ones, so you have the best possible view on your journey through Egypt.
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Join us on a voyage of discovery as we visit the majestic monuments that line the bank of the Nile from Luxor to Aswan, including the World Heritage Sites of the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Kom Ombo, and Philae. From the heady mixture of sights and sounds to the attentive service on board your ship, there’s no better way to savour a slice of Egyptian life – past and present.
Day 1: Arriving in Luxor
Luxor, is the site of the ancient Egyptian capital, Thebes, and home to many of the most renowned monuments, tombs and temples. It is the starting point for your Nile cruise. On arrival at Luxor Airport, you will transfer by coach to your chosen cruise ship in Luxor by coach. The transfer takes around 30 minutes.
Day 2: Luxor & East Thebes
After breakfast visit the East bank of Thebes and the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. At the vast open air museum of Karnak, marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board, and overnight in Luxor.
Day 3: Luxor & Western Thebes
Travel to the West Bank, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the Pharaohs; there is an optional visit to Tutankhamun’s tomb*. Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut, the gigantic Colossi of Memnon, and Medinet Habu temple. In the afternoon, sail to Esna. Dinner is on board and you overnight at Esna.
Day 4: Kom Ombo to Aswan
The cruise continues via the impressive sight of Kom Ombo standing sentinel at a bend in the river. Visit this unusual double temple, built in 250BC to honour the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, before sailing on to Aswan.
Day 5: Agilika & the High Dam
Visit the unfinished obelisk first thing, then take a motor boat from Aswan to the island of Agilika and the Temples of Philae, devoted to Isis, and visit the famous Aswan High Dam Enjoy an optional day trip to Aswan Nubian Village national park*
Day 6: Aswan
A free day to explore Aswan and its lively Souk, enjoy the optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel*, or to simply relax on board. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride along the Nile, before embarking and sailing to Kom Ombo. Overnight at Kom Ombo.
Day 7: Sail to Luxor
Enjoy a day soaking up the view, as you sail downstream, arriving in Luxor in the evening. Enjoy your last evening in style with the Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple*.
Day 8: Leaving Luxor
After breakfast, relax on board before being transferred to the airport for your flight home or your Red Sea Stay. Complimentary late check-out means you will have full use of all facilities until time for your departure.