Explore this historic region of Egypt on a 5-day Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor. Aboard the Nile Adventurer, explore Egypt’s most iconic ancient sites. Begin your journey with a warm welcome in Aswan before setting out on a felucca ride around Elephantine Island. Visit the breathtaking Philae Temple and the colossal unfinished obelisk in the Granite Quarries. Discover the fascinating temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu, then immerse yourself in Luxor’s wonders, including the grand Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Engage in cultural experiences like an Egyptian night costume party, a cooking class, and mesmerizing performances of traditional music and dance. Savor gourmet cuisine, afternoon teas, and elegant evening entertainment as you cruise in absolute comfort along the timeless Nile.
Highlights
Sail around beautiful Elephantine Island
Visit the romantic and majestic Philae Temple on the Island of Agilika
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
Step aboard your 5-star deluxe Nile cruise boat, docked privately in Aswan, and experience a vibrant welcome Zaffa with drums and flutes.
Enjoy a delicious lunch on board before setting out on a felucca ride (a traditional Egyptian sailboat) around Elephantine Island, Lord Kitchener’s Botanical Gardens, and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. Life jackets will be provided, and the excursion is weather-dependent.
Relax in the lounge with afternoon tea while listening to an enchanting Oud trio. In the evening, meet your Boat Manager and savor a selection of canapés paired with complimentary Egyptian wine and local beer. End the day with a gourmet dinner served on board.
Start the day with a delicious breakfast buffet on board before taking a short motorboat ride to explore the breathtaking Philae Temple on Agilika Island.
Continue with a visit to the Granite Quarries, where ancient Egyptians sourced hard stone for pyramids and temples. See the impressive unfinished obelisk still resting in the quarry.
Enjoy lunch while cruising toward Kom Ombo. In the afternoon, relax with tea on board before visiting the magnificent Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek.
End the evening with a delightful dinner on board, followed by a movie night under the stars.
A breakfast buffet will be served on board while the boat sails to Edfu. Spend the morning visiting Edfu Temple. Following the morning’s sightseeing, the boat will sail to Luxor.
Lunch will be served on board after which you will also have the chance to take part in an Egyptian cooking lesson. Following afternoon tea onboard, your Egyptologist will guide you around the strikingly graceful Temple of Luxor, dedicated to the god Amun.
Tonight will be an “Egyptian Night” costume party for all guests, with a chance to dress up in traditional Egyptian “galabeyya”. Dinner will be a lavish buffet of Egyptian specialties, followed by oriental music and dancing for everyone.
Breakfast is served on board. This morning, visit the Valley of the Kings. You will have the opportunity to explore at least one tomb in the Valley of the Queens and visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. On the way back to the Nile River, you will pass the famed Colossi of Memnon, known in Ancient Greek times for their haunting voices at dawn.
After lunch, your Egyptologist will guide you through the Temple of Karnak. Return to your boat, where afternoon tea will be served in the lounge.
Tonight’s entertainment includes a gala dinner with white-gloved waiters serving gourmet cuisine, followed by a Dervish Show and a belly dancer performance.
Day 5: Luxor | Disembark
1 Breakfast
A buffet breakfast will be served on board, before check out at 8:00.
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$1,2402-3 travelers
Standard Cabin - Nile Deck
Approx. 14.2 - 16.5M². Suites feature exquisite amenities, mini bar, hair dryer, satellite television and LCD screens.
Standard Cabin - Main Deck
Approx. 14.2 - 16.5M². Suites feature exquisite amenities, mini bar, hair dryer, satellite television and LCD screens.
Standard Cabin - Bridge Deck
Approx. 14.2 - 16.5M². Suites feature exquisite amenities, mini bar, hair dryer, satellite television and LCD screens.
Standard Cabin - Promenade Deck
Approx. 14.2 - 16.5M². Suites feature exquisite amenities, mini bar, hair dryer, satellite television and LCD screens.
Deluxe Cabin - Junior Suite
Approx. 21.3M². Fully air-conditioned with individual control, mini bar, hairdryer, satellite television and LCD screens.
Presidential Suite
Approx. 42.4M². Air-conditioned room, private bathroom with bathtub, shower, hairdryer, mini bar and LCD screens with satellite television.
Notes
Beverage Packages
The following beverage packages can be purchased on board:
24-Hour Unlimited Beverage Package (90 USD per person per night): Includes local wine, local beer, soft drinks, juices, tea, coffee, and mineral water.
Unlimited Beverage Packages During Meals Only (60 USD per person per night): Includes local wine, local beer, soft drinks, juices, mineral water.
Children’s Beverage Package (35 USD per child per night): Includes mineral water, soft drinks, juices.
Accommodation Information
- Sun Boat IV has 34 Cabins, 2 Presidential Suites and 2 Royal Suites. Triple cabin accommodation is only available in Nile Deck Cabins, and in the Presidential and Royal Suites.
- Nile Adventure has 26 Cabins, 2 Junior suites and 2 Presidential. Triple cabin accommodation is only available in Nile Deck Cabins, and in the Presidential.
Single Occupancy
All single occupancy bookings are subject to the single rates listed.
Children Policy
Children aged 10 and over are welcome on board all Sanctuary boats. Children aged 15 and younger are required to share a cabin with at least one adult.
Child Rates
One child aged up to and including 15 years sharing a Nile Deck Cabin, Presidential Suite or Royal Suite with two adults pays the child rate listed for Sanctuary Sun Boat IV. On all other occasions children pay the adult rate.
Initial deposit is 20% non-refundable, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or Amex. Credit Card payments subject to 3% convenience fee and maximum $20,000 charge
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
