Monday from Luxor / Friday from Aswan
Sail the Nile in style aboard the Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise, a 5-star floating hotel offering unmatched luxury between Luxor and Aswan. Discover ancient temples with expert-guided tours, relax in elegantly appointed cabins, and enjoy world-class dining, a full-service spa, and panoramic views of the Nile. Whether you're seeking culture, comfort, or both, this cruise delivers an unforgettable journey through Egypt's timeless treasures.
- Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
- Assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions
- All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- Accommodation on board 5-star cruise on full board basis
- All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary sharing nile cruise group
- Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan
- English-speaking tour guide during your excursions
- All service charges and taxes
- Any extras and personal spending
- Tipping
Day 1: Embarkation in Aswan
- 12:00 – Embark on your Nile cruise before lunch
- 12:30 – Enjoy a delicious lunch on board
- 13:30 – Discover the majestic Philae Temple, then enjoy a serene motorboat sail on the Nile
- 16:30 – Relax with afternoon tea
- 19:30 – Join the Captain’s welcome cocktail reception
- 20:00 – Savor a gourmet dinner on board
- 21:30 – Experience a colorful Nubian show celebrating local culture
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Aswan.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Philae Temple
Day 2: Kom Ombo and Edfu
- 06:00 – Set sail toward Kom Ombo
- 07:30 – Start your morning with a hearty breakfast
- 08:30 – Visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, shared by the gods Sobek and Haeroris
- 10:00 – Continue sailing to Edfu
- 13:00 – Enjoy lunch on board
- 14:30 – Explore the impressive Temple of Horus in Edfu
- 16:30 – Afternoon tea on board
- 16:30 – Cruise onward to Esna
- 20:00 – Delight in a delicious dinner on board
- 21:30 – Celebrate with a lively Galabia party, featuring local music and traditional attire
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Esna.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple
Day 3: Luxor West Bank Exploration
- 03:30 – Early morning sail to Luxor
- 06:30 – Enjoy breakfast as you cruise
- 07:30 – Visit the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings and Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon
- 13:00 – Lunch served on board
- 16:30 – Unwind with afternoon tea
- 20:00 – Indulge in a rich dinner experience
- 21:30 – Enjoy an engaging Belly Dance performance on board
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Valley of the Kings and Queens, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon
Day 4: Disembarkation and East Bank Visit
- 06:30 – Breakfast on board
- 08:00 – Disembark in Luxor
- 08:30 – Visit the grand temples of Karnak and Luxor
Meals: Breakfast
Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
Note: The itinerary is subject to minor changes based on navigation or operational factors; however, all planned site visits will be carried out.
Day 1: Arrival in Luxor
- 12:00 p.m. – Embark on your Nile cruise and begin your journey through ancient Egypt
- 1:00 p.m. – Enjoy lunch on board
- 2:30 p.m. – Visit the East Bank, including the majestic Karnak Temple and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple
- 4:30 p.m. – Afternoon tea on board
- 8:00 p.m. – Dinner served on board
- 9:30 p.m. – Evening entertainment featuring a traditional belly dance performance
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Luxor
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
Day 2: Luxor Sightseeing & Sail to Esna
- 6:30 a.m. – Breakfast on board
- 7:30 a.m. – Visit the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings and Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El-Deir El-Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon
- 1:00 p.m. – Sail to Esna
- 1:00 p.m. – Lunch on board
- 4:30 p.m. – Afternoon tea
- 7:30 p.m. – Captain’s welcome cocktail
- 8:00 p.m. – Dinner on board
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Esna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Valley of the Kings and Queens, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon
Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo
- 5:00 a.m. – Sail to Edfu
- 8:00 a.m. – Breakfast on board
- 10:00 a.m. – Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu
- 12:30 p.m. – Sail to Kom Ombo
- 1:00 p.m. – Lunch on board
- 4:30 p.m. – Afternoon tea
- 6:00 p.m. – Explore the twin Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris
- 8:00 p.m. – Dinner on board
- 9:30 p.m. – Enjoy a traditional Galabia party
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Kom Ombo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple
Day 4: Aswan Exploration
- 3:30 a.m. – Sail to Aswan
- 6:30 a.m. – Breakfast on board
- 7:30 a.m. – Visit Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis
- 2:30 p.m. – Sail by motorboat to the Aswan Botanical Garden
- 4:30 p.m. – Afternoon tea
- 8:00 p.m. – Dinner on board
- 9:30 p.m. – Nubian show with traditional music and dance
Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Philae Temple, Botanical Garden
Day 5: Departure from Aswan
- 6:30 a.m. – Breakfast on board
- 8:00 a.m. – Disembarkation and transfer to Aswan Airport for departure
Meals: Breakfast
Note: The itinerary is subject to minor changes based on navigation or operational factors; however, all planned site visits will be carried out.
- Prices - Per Person in Sterling Per Tour and can be paid in US$ or Euros by credit card via a secure payment system with no extra surcharge. Current prices are valid until April 30, 2026, excluding Easter and Christmas Holidays.
- Payment - Early Reservations are advised to avoid disappointment in securing your spaces. Booking is secured upon receipt of a 25% deposit. During the Christmas holidays, packages require a deposit of 50%. forming part of your final payment.
- Transportation - Transport for all Nile Cruise Tours included air-conditioned vehicles. Wi-Fi, Bottled water, and an icebox are all included onboard whilst traveling by road. All are new vehicles of the latest design and technology.
- Food and drinks - Nile Cruise Boats offer lunch on arrival and breakfast on your departure. Onboard, all meals are included along with certain drinks. Alcoholic drinks served at the bar and restaurants are at an additional cost
- Excursions - Included are the sites en route including Luxor: Luxor and Karnak Temples, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, along the Nile to Aswan including Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples. In Aswan, High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk
- Tour Guides - Are available to assist you with transfers to and from Airports, Hotels assisting at Airports with visas, tickets, and luggage. All tours of the sites in Egypt include the constant guidance of a highly qualified Egyptologist Tour Guide.
- Traveling with Children - Children delight in touring the Pyramids, Temples, and Tombs in Egypt as often it is part of their school study programme. Memphis Tours offers packages to suit all ages with excellent combined multi-location destinations such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Nile Cruise, and the Red Sea Resorts.
- Wheelchair Travellers - Specially adapted Nile Cruise boat MS Amarco 1 has all amenities for wheelchairs and special assistance for customers on the boat and disembarking for tours. Assistance from the Boat Crew and Tour Guides is always ready and available.
