Best Luxury Nile River Cruise
Overview
Embark on the Best Luxury Nile River Cruise with Egypt Top Tours and discover the timeless beauty of ancient Egypt in unmatched style and comfort. Sail between Luxor and Aswan aboard a 5-star floating hotel, where elegant cabins, fine dining, and personalized service await. Each day brings expertly guided visits to iconic temples, royal tombs, and captivating landscapes along the Nile. Whether you're marveling at Karnak Temple, exploring the Valley of the Kings, or relaxing on the sun deck with panoramic views, this is more than a cruise—it's a journey through history in absolute luxury. Choose Egypt Top Tours for a seamless, unforgettable experience along the legendary Nile River.
Included
- Meet and be assist by our representatives at the airport or railway station
- Accommodation on Best Luxury Nile River Cruise on full board
- English/Portuguese/German/Spanish speaking tour guide
- All sightseeing tours are private guided tours
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in the itinerary
- Bottled water during the trips
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned, deluxe vehicle
- All service charges and taxes
Excluded
- Any optional tours
- Personal Spending
- Tipping
Itinerary:
4 Days - Aswan / Luxor Every Friday
Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Embark on an Unforgettable Journey
Your Best Luxury Nile River Cruise begins the moment you arrive in Aswan. A warm welcome awaits from Egypt Top Tours’ representative, who will escort you in a private, air-conditioned vehicle to your elegant 5-star cruise ship. Step aboard and check into your beautifully appointed cabin before enjoying your first gourmet lunch on the sun-drenched deck.
In the afternoon, begin your exploration of Aswan’s highlights with a guided visit to the mighty High Dam—an impressive modern feat that controls the flow of the Nile. Then board a motorboat and sail to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. This temple, relocated to Agilkia Island to save it from flooding, offers a stunning setting surrounded by water. Conclude your day at the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive granite monument that reveals ancient Egypt’s ambitious craftsmanship.
Return to the cruise for a relaxing evening. Dine under the stars and enjoy the calm rhythms of the Nile.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Sailing to Kom Ombo & Edfu – Twin Temples and Timeless Views
Awaken to the peaceful sight of the Nile as your luxury cruise begins sailing north. Enjoy a rich breakfast as you approach Kom Ombo, where you’ll disembark to explore the extraordinary double temple. Uniquely symmetrical, the Temple of Kom Ombo honors two deities—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, protector of kingship. Discover fascinating carvings, ancient surgical instruments etched into stone, and learn how healing and rituals were practiced here centuries ago.
Continue your cruise toward Edfu while enjoying a freshly prepared lunch on board. Upon arrival, step into a horse-drawn carriage and journey through Edfu town to reach the Temple of Horus. This remarkably preserved temple, dedicated to the falcon-headed god, is one of the most complete ancient structures in Egypt. Wander its vast courtyards and examine intricate reliefs depicting mythological battles.
Return to the ship as the sun sets, and unwind with dinner, followed by an evening folkloric show arranged by the onboard crew.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Explore Luxor’s West Bank – Royal Tombs and Sacred Architecture
This morning, your Best Luxury Nile River Cruise brings you to Luxor—home of ancient Thebes and a treasure trove of archaeological wonders. After breakfast, set off on a guided exploration of the West Bank.
Begin at the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, where vivid wall paintings still decorate royal tombs. Step inside several tombs to see the extraordinary artistry that reflects ancient beliefs in the afterlife. Next, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, carved dramatically into limestone cliffs. Its unique terraces and architectural harmony make it one of the most impressive structures in Egypt.
Conclude the morning at the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues of Amenhotep III that once stood guard at a vast temple complex.
Return to your cruise for lunch and spend your afternoon relaxing on deck or in the lounge, sipping tea as you watch life unfold along the Nile’s tranquil banks.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Luxor’s East Bank – Grand Finale Among Temples
After breakfast and check-out, your final day of the cruise is devoted to Luxor’s magnificent East Bank.
Begin at the sprawling Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built. Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes, marvel at the 134 giant columns in the Hypostyle Hall, and admire towering obelisks that reflect the grandeur of ancient Egypt.
End your journey at Luxor Temple, a sanctuary of kingship and ceremony beautifully lit by natural sunlight and steeped in history from Amenhotep III to Ramses II.
As your tour concludes, you’ll be privately transferred to your onward destination, taking with you unforgettable memories of the Best Luxury Nile River Cruise with Egypt Top Tours.
Meals Included: Breakfast
5 Days - Luxor / Aswan Every Monday
Day 1: Welcome to Luxor – Explore the City of Temples
Begin your Best Luxury Nile River Cruise with a warm greeting from Egypt Top Tours. After boarding your deluxe cruise vessel and enjoying a gourmet lunch, step into Egypt’s golden past with a guided tour of the East Bank.
Visit Karnak Temple, a colossal complex of sanctuaries, pylons, and towering columns devoted primarily to Amun-Re. Walk through the grand Hypostyle Hall and reflect on the centuries of worship that unfolded in this sacred space. Then head to Luxor Temple, elegantly connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Admire the colossal statues, graceful columns, and ancient inscriptions that tell stories of divine kingship.
Return to the cruise for a sunset tea service, followed by a chef-prepared dinner under the starlit skies.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Luxor’s West Bank – Sacred Tombs and Temples
Enjoy a hearty breakfast before crossing to the West Bank for a deep dive into ancient Theban necropolises.
Your first stop is the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of legendary pharaohs like Ramses and Tutankhamun lie hidden in the desert hills. Step inside elaborately decorated chambers painted with scenes of the afterlife. Then visit the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, showcasing the brilliance of ancient Egyptian architecture and honoring Egypt’s most powerful female ruler. End with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, silent sentinels of a vanished temple.
Return to the cruise and begin sailing south toward Esna, passing through the Esna Lock as part of your scenic Nile journey.
Optional: Take an early morning hot air balloon ride over Luxor for breathtaking aerial views (extra cost).
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Temples of Horus and Sobek – Myth and Majesty
This morning, travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Explore grand pylons, processional halls, and inscriptions depicting Horus’s triumph over evil.
Back on board, enjoy lunch while sailing to Kom Ombo. Visit the fascinating twin temple shared by Sobek and Horus the Elder. Learn about ancient Egyptian medicine, calendars, and the rituals of healing. Stop at the Crocodile Mummification Museum before returning to the ship.
Savor dinner onboard and enjoy another peaceful evening on the Nile.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Discover Aswan – Graceful Temples and Granite Legacies
After breakfast, begin your Aswan city tour. Start with a visit to the High Dam, an engineering masterpiece that forever changed the Nile’s landscape. Then sail to Philae Temple, a romantic sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis, known for its graceful columns and lakeside charm.
Conclude your tour with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, still lying in its ancient granite quarry. This massive monument offers a glimpse into the labor and precision of ancient Egyptian stonemasonry.
Optional: Visit a Nubian Village by boat to experience colorful homes, warm hospitality, and rich cultural traditions.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Farewell in Aswan – Optional Abu Simbel Tour
Enjoy breakfast and prepare to disembark. For those seeking one final marvel, take an optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples, where the colossal statues of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari gaze across Lake Nasser. These rock-cut temples, rescued by UNESCO, are a magnificent finale to your Nile journey.
With your journey complete, depart with memories of the Best Luxury Nile River Cruise—an unforgettable adventure brought to life by Egypt Top Tours.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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