Tour Egypt + Cruise the Nile
🕐 DURATION
11 days, 10 nights
📅 DEPARTURE MONTHS
Various departure available between February to November 2025
Book by 30 June 2025 & Save $1000 per person!
☀ Embark on an extraordinary journey along the Nile, where the monumental temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor leave an indelible impression. Aboard a felucca, the gentle breeze whispers tales of antiquity as you drift along the timeless river. The Temple of Philae, painstakingly restored by UNESCO, stands as a testament to human determination. This voyage illuminates why the Nile is Egypt’s lifeblood, tracing back through history amidst the sand-covered tombs and temples of Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. Witness the engineering marvel of the Aswan High Dam and the vibrant life along palm-fringed riverbanks, all culminating in the awe of Egypt’s ancient wonders.
Pricing below based on 9 June 2025 departing from Luxor
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$3,920$3,116 per person twin share or Solo Traveler - from
$3,920$3,116 for Solo Traveler
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Note: that prices are subject to change without notice.
Itinerary
| Arrive | Details | Depart | Day 1 | Luxor - Join your tour group at the hotel. | 12:00 | Day 2 | Luxor - Today is free. Take in the swaying palms and sweeping views across the mighty Nile from several vantage points across the hotel’s elegant communal areas, as you enjoy a spot of sunbathing and reading. If you’d like to explore, take a stroll to the nearby shopping district and wander the eclectic shops. | Day 3 | Luxor - Today, there’s more time to relax poolside. Or you can take an optional excursion to the fascinating Dendera temple complex. Its honey-hued Temple of Hathor is home to gloomy yet astounding chambers, crypts and flawless hieroglyphs. It was here too that the celebrated Dendera zodiac was discovered, one of the world’s earliest recorded depictions of the zodiac. | Day 4 | Luxor - This morning, we transfer to our ship for a seven-night cruise along the Nile aboard MS Livingstone - a small but luxurious ship that carries 124 passengers, with 65 cabins, a restaurant, two bars, spa, swimming pool, Jacuzzi and library. Once settled in, we’ll head out on an included excursion to the East Bank of Luxor to experience the astounding temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor, two sites once linked by the wonderful Avenue of Sphinxes. Karnak is a breathtaking complex of more than 100 hectares with immense pylons and obelisks, tranquil lakes and sanctuaries and the Hypostyle Hall, where 134 soaring columns, each with a diameter of more than 3m, are arranged in perfect geometric rows. The slightly smaller, yet still vast site of Luxor temple complex is just as impressive. Afterwards, we’ll return to the ship to freshen up before our evening meal. Excursions & visits: Visit the East Bank of Luxor, including the Temples of Karnak and Luxor (afternoon) | Day 5 | Luxor - Edfu - Today, we head out to explore the West Bank, beginning at the spectacular Valley of the Kings. Our guide will introduce a few of the most impressive tombs and you may also choose to enter the plainer, ‘cursed’ Tomb of Tutankhamun (extra charge). We also visit the impressive mortuary temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, before returning to the ship. We continue our Nile cruise, sailing to Edfu, where we’ll moor overnight. Day 6 - Kom Ombo - Aswan | Day 6 | Kom Ombo - Aswan - There can be few more serene ways for you to pass time than sailing down the Nile on a river ship. We sail to the fascinating Greco-Roman double-temple of Kom Ombo, arriving late morning. A temple dedicated to the falcon-headed Horus, Egyptian god of the sky, hunting and war; and crocodile god Sobek, the god of the Nile, creator of the world, and worshipped for his strength and fertility. We return to the ship and set sail to Aswan. Excursions & visits: Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo (morning) | Day 7 | Aswan - Today pays tribute to ancient and modern feats of architectural engineering, with visits to the 111m-high Aswan High Dam and then a motorboat ride to the Temple of Philae - painstakingly relocated by UNESCO to protect the temple from the dam’s floods. It’s perhaps Egypt’s most captivating and beautiful temple and an optional light show in the evening brings to life ancient stories of gods and goddesses, under a magical glow. Excursions & visits: Visit to the Aswan High Dam and Temple of Philae (morning) | Day 8 | Aswan - This morning is for leisure. Relax on deck with a good book, or perhaps explore the riverside city independently. Alternatively, choose an optional excursion to the legendary Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II. In the afternoon, we’ll feel the wind on our faces as we travel by felucca to the serene botanical gardens on Kitchener’s Island - a peaceful paradise of exotic birds and bright flowers. | Day 9 | Aswan - Edfu - We visit the Nubian Museum this morning, a stunning showcase of Nubia’s history, art and culture. Later, we’ll continue making our way back to Luxor, stopping overnight in Edfu. Excursions & visits: Visit to the Nubian Museum (morning) | Day 10 | Luxor - The day is free on board, as a serene morning of sailing awaits. Drink in the views of everyday life on the Nile, before we arrive back in Luxor this afternoon. | Day 11 | Luxor - Say goodbye to your tour group for your onward travel. | 06:00 |
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Highlights
- Experience the magic of The Nile on a 5-star cruise
- Unveil Egypt’s rich history and culture with an Egyptologist
- No single supplement for solo travellers!
Inclusions
- 29 meals – 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners
- Accommodation 3 nights in hotels, 7 nights cruise on MS Living Stone
- Transport Travel in destination by coach
- Plus Drinks with lunch and dinner at the hotel and drinks on board between 11am and 10pm
- Single-entry tourist visa
- Local tour manager, plus Egyptologist
- 10 Excursions and visits
Exclusions
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
Fine Print
- Prices are subject to availability
- Fare includes all taxes and port charges
- Travel insurance not included; customers are advised to purchase appropriate cover after booking
- Itinerary is subject to change without notice
- Visas/ESTA’s are not included
- All travellers must have a valid passport for international travel and many countries require at least 6 months validity from the date of return and some countries require a machine-readable passport.
Extras
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Accommodation
- Sonesta St George Hotel Luxor (5-star)
- MS Livingstone (5-star)
FAQs
Each tour has been given a rating from 1 to 3, with 3 being the most strenuous. It’s really important that you discuss with us your suitability for this tour prior to booking.
The above tour has been classified as:
- Level 2 – A moderately paced holiday with more long days. Excursions may require moderate walking at a steady pace, and you might be required to walk further distances, including over mixed terrain and up and down stairs.
Please note: This is a guide only. Please be aware that for each level you should also be comfortably able to manage the requirements set out in the lower levels. For cruising, this guide refers to the onboard experience and included excursions only.
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