Scheduled guided tours on the cruise include the Valley of the Kings, the Karnak and Luxor Temples, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo and the beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan. You also have the opportunity to upgrade to a private guided tour so you can plan your itinerary with a qualified Egyptologist during the cruise!
Highlights
- Eight-day River Nile cruise from Aswan
- Scheduled group tours include Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo and Philae Temple in Aswan
- Upgrade for your own private guide and enjoy privileged, personalized attention!
- Optional tours available, including Abu Simbel, hot-air balloon flight over Luxor and Aswan sound and light show
- Evening entertainment including Nubian music and dancers, a Galabayeh night and belly dancing
- All meals included, featuring a mix of Egyptian and Western food
- Pick-up and drop-off from Aswan hotels, airport or port
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Nile River CruiseSunrise over the NilePhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseFisherman on the Nile RiverPhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseChefs joining the waiters to entertain at dinnerPhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseCreative housekeeping!Photo by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseThe boatPhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseHuge windows in the cabinPhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseNubian culture nightPhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseScenery along the NilePhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseGalabeyah party nightPhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Nile River CruiseWaiters entertaining at dinnerPhoto by: Anonymous05 2008 -
Useful Information
8-Day Nile River Cruise from Aswan
Opt for your own expert local guide and ensure a more personal experience on your visit to Egypt’s ancient sites and monuments accompanied by a qualified Egyptologist. Alternatively, group sightseeing offers a great money-saving option and with group sizes restricted to 20 people you have plenty of opportunity to interact with your guide and ask questions.
With all meals, accommodation and sightseeing included, your M/Y Mirage cruise on the Nile River makes your journey into ancient Egypt as relaxed and enjoyable as possible. And with your own guide to lead the way at each of the stops, you'll gain valuable insights into Egypt's ancient history and civilization on this laid back but informative cruise.
Please note: Groups of travelers requiring different cabin types are required to make separate bookings in order to guarantee cabins of their choiceItinerary
Day 1 (L, D):
- Embarkation before lunch
- Felucca ride around the islands of Aswan
- Overnight in Aswan with opportunity to disembark
Day 2 (B, L, D):
- Sail to Kom Ombo and visit of Kom Ombo Temple
- Sail to Luxor
- Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark
Day 3 (B, L, D):
- Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon)
- Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark or optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak (additional cost)
Day 4 (B, L, D):
- Possibility of optional Hot Air Ballooning over the West Bank (additional cost)
- Visit the East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temple)
- Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark
Day 5 (B, L, D):
- Early morning sail to Esna and Edfu
- Overnight in Edfu
Day 6 (B, L, D):
- Visit Horus Temple in Edfu
- Sail to Kom Ombo and Aswan
- Overnight in Aswan (late night arrival)
Day 7 (B, L, D):
- Visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple
- Overnight in Aswan with opportunity to disembark or optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple (additional cost)
Day 8 (B):
- Check-out after breakfast
- Possibility of optional tour to Abu Simbel (additional cost)
Schedule subject to change due to Nile River traffic, conditions and water levels
Reviewed by Nigel B, March 2012
This is a relaxing way to see the amazing temples and tombs. Our guide was very informative and allowed us to see things at our pace.
Reviewed by Janet E. D, January 2011
Very good accommodations, excellent food, great guide. Very enjoyable. The 8 day tour is actually a 3 day tour down and 4 day tour up. Most people only go one way. The round trip is very relaxing. The tour was very good value.
