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5-Day Easter Nile Cruise – Steigenberger MS Minerva

Starting at USD 1955 per person

Day 1: Luxor East Bank Exploration

Meet and greet service awaits you at Luxor Airport or railway station before transferring to your elegant Nile cruise vessel. After settling into your comfortable accommodation and enjoying lunch on board, we’ll begin your Egyptian adventure with visits to the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple complex and the magnificent Luxor Temple.

Karnak Temple, Luxor
Karnak Temple, Luxor

These remarkable monuments on the East Bank showcase the architectural brilliance of ancient pharaohs.

Return to your cruise for a delightful dinner as you prepare for tomorrow’s discoveries.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank Discoveries

Following breakfast aboard your floating hotel, venture to Luxor’s legendary West Bank for an extraordinary morning of exploration. Walk through the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs found their eternal rest, marvel at the architectural masterpiece of Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple, and stand before the towering Colossi of Memnon that have watched over the Nile for millennia.

Temple of Hatshepsut – Deir el-Bahari, West Bank
Temple of Hatshepsut, Deir el-Bahari, Luxor

After lunch on board, your cruise sets sail toward Esna, crossing the historic lock before continuing to Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temple Wonders

Start your day with breakfast before exploring the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-maintained ancient sanctuaries.

The Temple of Edfu, Edfu
The Temple of Edfu, Edfu

As your cruise glides toward Kom Ombo, savor lunch while watching the timeless Nile scenery unfold.

The afternoon brings a fascinating visit to the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to both the crocodile god Sobek and falcon god Horus.

Continue sailing toward Aswan as dinner is served on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 4: Aswan Highlights Experience

Begin your final full day with breakfast before discovering Aswan’s most captivating attractions. Visit the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk, offering insights into ancient Egyptian stoneworking techniques, then journey to the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and relocated to its current island setting.

Philae Temple, Aswan
Philae Temple, Aswan

Spend your remaining time relaxing aboard your cruise, enjoying meals and the peaceful ambiance of Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Day 5: Departure from Aswan

Enjoy your final breakfast aboard the Steigenberger Minerva before disembarkation. Our Egypt Tours Plus team will ensure smooth transfers to Aswan Airport or railway station for your onward journey, concluding your memorable Easter celebration along the eternal Nile River.

Meals: Breakfast.

What’s Included

  • Professional meet and assist service upon arrival and departure
  • Expert assistance from our Egypt Tours Plus team throughout your stay
  • All transfers in modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicles
  • 4 nights accommodation aboard 5-star Steigenberger Minerva cruise with full board
  • All Nile cruise excursions as outlined in the itinerary with small group sharing
  • Entrance fees to all archaeological sites between Luxor and Aswan
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide during all excursions
  • All service charges and applicable taxes

What’s Not Included

  • Personal expenses and optional extras
  • Gratuities for guides and cruise staff

Tour Highlights

Nile embankment with boats and Luxor Temple in Luxor cruise ship
Nile River, Luxor
Karnak Temple, Luxor
Karnak Temple, Luxor
Luxor Temple, Luxor
Luxor Temple, Luxor
Tomb KV2 in the Valley of the Kings
Tomb KV2, Valley of the Kings
Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor
Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor
Colossi of Memnon in Luxor, Egypt – giant seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III on the West Bank of the Nile
Colossi of Memnon, Luxor
Esna Lock
Esna Lock
Philae Temple – Agilkia Island, Aswan
Philae Temple, Agilkia Island, Aswan
The Temple of Edfu, Edfu
Temple of Edfu, Edfu
Ancient columns of Kom Ombo Temple with hieroglyphics against blue sky
Kom Ombo Temple, Aswan

Steigenberger Minerva

Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise (5 stars)

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5-Day Easter Nile Cruise

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