The classic Nile journey upstream from Luxor to Aswan, four nights on board the Sunrise Semiramis II. Arrive in Luxor and go straight into the temples of Karnak and Luxor, cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut, then sail south through the Esna lock to Edfu and Kom Ombo, and finish in Aswan with the High Dam and the island temple of Philae. Meals on board, guided tours and entrance tickets are all included.

Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Cruise
Sunrise Semiramis II
Cabin
Standard, Nile view
Route
Luxor → Aswan

Cruise Highlights

  • Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple
  • Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut
  • Sailing through the Esna lock
  • Edfu Temple by horse-drawn carriage
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • The Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple
  • Galabeya party on board

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Day 1 — Arrival in Luxor & the East Bank

Meet and assist at Luxor airport or station and transfer to the cruise. Check in, settle into your cabin and have lunch, then visit the great sites of the East Bank: Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple.

  • Reception and transfer to the cruise
  • Check-in and lunch on board
  • Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple
  • Dinner and overnight in Luxor
2

Day 2 — Luxor West Bank, sail to Edfu

After breakfast, cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Back on board for lunch as the ship sails south to Edfu through the Esna lock, with tea and coffee on the sun deck.

  • Valley of the Kings
  • Temple of Hatshepsut
  • Lunch on board, sailing via the Esna lock
  • Tea and coffee on the sun deck
  • Dinner and Galabeya party
  • Overnight in Edfu
3

Day 3 — Edfu & Kom Ombo, sail to Aswan

Breakfast, then a horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu. Sail on to Kom Ombo with lunch on board and tea, coffee and cake on the sun deck, then visit Kom Ombo Temple before sailing to Aswan.

  • Edfu Temple by horse-drawn carriage
  • Lunch on board
  • Tea, coffee and cake on the sun deck
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Dinner and overnight in Aswan
4

Day 4 — Aswan sightseeing

Breakfast, then a tour of Aswan’s highlights: the High Dam and the Temple of Philae on its island. Back to the ship for lunch and a relaxed afternoon.

  • The Aswan High Dam
  • Philae Temple
  • Lunch and dinner on board
  • Overnight in Aswan
5

Day 5 — Departure

Breakfast and check-out, then transfer from the ship to Aswan airport or station.

  • Breakfast and disembarkation
  • Transfer to the airport or station

What is Included

Included in the price

  • 4 nights on the Sunrise Semiramis II, standard Nile-view room
  • Meals on board as listed (full board)
  • Arrival and departure transfers (airport or station)
  • All sightseeing in the itinerary
  • Entrance tickets: Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple and the High Dam
  • Horse-drawn carriage at Edfu

Not included

  • International and domestic flights or train tickets
  • Drinks on board
  • Optional excursions
  • Tips for the crew and guide
  • Visa and travel insurance
  • Anything not listed as included

Child Policy

  • First child 0–5.99 years: free when sharing the parents’ room
  • Children 6–11.99 years: half the adult price, sharing the parents’ room (max. one child)
  • Children 12 and over: full adult price
Price from — per person
$995
Per adult in a standard Nile-view room. Child policy above. Message us with your dates for availability.

Ahmose Travel is an Egyptian tour operator based in Alexandria, Egypt that arranges these trips directly. Message us on WhatsApp at +20 127 530 7375 or visit ahmosetravel.com.

Planning more of your trip? Every tour is private or small-group and can be combined into one itinerary.

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