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Luxury Nile Cruise

Luxury MS Esplanade Nile Cruise

From: US$781

3 Nights | 4 Nights | 7 Nights

Every Saturday From Luxor | Every Wednesday From Aswan

Luxor | Aswan | Abu Simbel | Edfu | Kom Ombo

Pickup & Drop off: Luxor | Aswan

The Ultimate Guide to Sailing the Nile with MS Esplanade Nile Cruise

The majestic Nile River offers a timeless backdrop for a journey filled with splendor aboard MS Esplanade Nile Cruise, where every detail reflects a deep reverence for Egypt’s glorious past and a commitment to luxury. Nile Cruise Holiday elevates your travel experience with personalized services that include expert Egyptologist tour guides, smooth transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles, and an enchanting cruise atmosphere designed for maximum comfort. Choose between 3, 4, or 7 nights to visit the iconic Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, descend into the ancient tombs of the Valley of the Kings, and soak in the breathtaking views around Aswan. Your journey promises moments of awe and relaxation, each crafted to leave a lasting impression. Let us guide you through an inclusive overview of the itineraries and help you embark on the unforgettable adventure that awaits aboard Luxury MS Esplanade Nile Cruise. 


What’s Included, What’s Not

Cruise Inclusions & Exclusions

Price Includes

  • Pick-up and drop-off service.
  • Accommodation on a 5-star luxury Esplanade Nile Cruise on a full-board basis.
  • A professional Egyptologist tour guide to accompany you throughout your tours.
  • Admission fees to all sights mentioned in the itinerary.
  • A modern, air-conditioned vehicle for all tours and transfers.
  • All service charges and taxes.

Price Excludes

  • International airfare.
  • Entry visa to Egypt.
  • Additional meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary.
  • Gratuities (tipping).
  • Entry tickets to Tutankhamun's and Ramses VI's tombs at the Valley of the Kings.
  • Any optional tours.

Roadmap Unfold Here

Cruise Programs

  • Day 1: Check in & Tour To Aswan Highlights
    • Pick-up from your preferred location in Aswan.
    • Check-in aboard the 5-star luxury Esplanade Nile Cruise.
    • Enjoy a delicious lunch on board.
    • Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam.
    • Explore the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk.
    • Discover the enchanting Philae Temple.
    • Relax during the afternoon onboard.
    • Savor a delightful dinner.
    • Overnight stay in Aswan.
    Meals: Lunch, Dinner
    Overnight: Overnight in Aswan.
    Tour Highlights
    Best Aswan High Dam Travel Guide 2026/2027
    Aswan High Dam
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    Definitive Philae Temple Travel Guide
    Philae Temple
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    Best Unfinished Obelisk Travel Guide
    Unfinished Obelisk
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  • Day 2: Trip to Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
    • Begin your day with a hearty breakfast.
    • Sail to Kom Ombo and explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple.
    • Continue sailing to Edfu while enjoying lunch on board.
    • Discover the well-preserved Edfu Temple.
    • Take an afternoon tea break and enjoy the views.
    • Cruise onward to Luxor.
    • Relish a delicious dinner.
    • Overnight stay in Luxor.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Overnight: Overnight in Luxor.
    Tour Highlights
    Essential Edfu Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
    Edfu Temple
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    Top Kom Ombo Temple Travel Guide
    Kom Ombo Temple
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  • Day 3: Luxor Day Tour
    • Start the day with a morning breakfast.
    • Visit the iconic Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of ancient Pharaohs.
    • Explore the majestic Medinet Habu Temple.
    • See the towering Colossi of Memnon.
    • Break for lunch.
    • Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Karnak Temple.
    • Relax and unwind in the evening.
    • Enjoy a sumptuous dinner.
    • Overnight stay in Luxor.
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Overnight: Overnight in Luxor.
    Tour Highlights
    Best Colossi of Memnon Travel Guide
    Colossi of Memnon
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    Ultimate Karnak Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
    Karnak Temple
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    Madinat Habu Temple Travel Guide
    Habu Temple
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    Complete Travel Guide to the Valley of the Kings
    Valley of the Kings
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  • Day 4: End of Your Tour
    • Enjoy your final breakfast on board.
    • Check out from the cruise.
    • Transfer to your desired location in Luxor.
    Meals: Breakfast
Chart Your Adventure!

Map for 3 Nights From Aswan

    • Day 1: Check-In & Explore the East Bank

      In the morning, our representative will pick you up from your preferred location in Luxor using a modern air-conditioned vehicle. Begin your journey with a visit to the East Bank's highlights, accompanied by an expert tour guide. Explore the Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built in ancient Egypt, dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.

      After your tour, you'll be transferred to the luxurious 5-star Esplanade Nile Cruise for check-in. Enjoy a delicious lunch onboard and relax before heading out for a magical evening visit to Luxor Temple, known for its association with the rejuvenation of kingship and coronation ceremonies.

      Return to the cruise for dinner and an overnight stay.

      Meals: Lunch, Dinner
      Overnight: Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Luxor.
      Tour Highlights
      Ultimate Karnak Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
      Karnak Temple
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      Top Luxor Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
      Luxor Temple
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    • Day 2: Discover the West Bank

      After breakfast, your Egyptologist guide will accompany you to the West Bank's iconic sites. Visit the Valley of the Kings, a royal burial site housing 63 magnificent tombs of ancient Egyptian rulers.

      Then, marvel at the elegant Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a tribute to one of Egypt’s most powerful queens.

      Conclude your West Bank tour with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the towering statues of King Amenhotep III, originally part of his mortuary temple.

      Return to the cruise for lunch as you set sail toward Edfu. Spend the afternoon relaxing onboard with a tea break before enjoying dinner and overnight accommodations.

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
      Overnight: Overnight on the cruise.
      Tour Highlights
      Best Colossi of Memnon Travel Guide
      Colossi of Memnon
      Read More
      Ultimate Hatshepsut Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
      Hatshepsut Temple
      Read More
      Complete Travel Guide to the Valley of the Kings
      Valley of the Kings
      Read More
    • Day 3: Explore Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

      Start your day with breakfast before embarking on a guided tour to Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, one of Ancient Egypt’s most revered gods. The journey to the temple will be by a charming horse-drawn carriage.

      Return to the cruise for lunch as you sail toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, you’ll visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god.

      Continue your journey toward Aswan while enjoying dinner and an overnight stay onboard.

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
      Overnight: Overnight onboard the cruise.
      Tour Highlights
      Essential Edfu Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
      Edfu Temple
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      Top Kom Ombo Temple Travel Guide
      Kom Ombo Temple
      Read More
    • Day 4: Discover the Abu Simbel Temples

      Early in the morning, enjoy a breakfast box before heading out with your professional Egyptologist in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle to the Abu Simbel Temples. These remarkable temples, built by Ramses II, include a main temple dedicated to Amon Ra, the sun god, and a smaller temple for Queen Nefertari, dedicated to Hathor.

      After the visit, return to the cruise for lunch, followed by an afternoon tea break. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay onboard.

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
      Overnight: Overnight onboard the cruise.
      Tour Highlights
      Discover a Complete Abu Simbel Temples Travel Guide
      Abu Simbel Temples
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    • Day 5: Aswan Sightseeing & Departure

      After check-out, join your Egyptologist guide for a tour of Aswan’s highlights, starting with Philae Temple, a center for the worship of Isis, revered throughout Egypt’s history.

      Next, visit The Nubian Village to experience the warm hospitality and unique traditions of the Nubian people.

      Enjoy lunch at a high-quality restaurant before being transferred to your chosen location in Aswan to conclude your unforgettable Nile cruise.

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
      Tour Highlights
      Definitive Philae Temple Travel Guide
      Philae Temple
      Read More
      Best Nubian Village Travel Guide 2026/2027
      Nubian Village
      Read More
    Chart Your Adventure!

    Map for 4 Nights From Luxor

      • Day 1: Check-In & Explore the East Bank
        • Pick-up from your preferred location in Luxor.
        • Check-in aboard the luxurious MS Esplanade Nile Cruise.
        • Enjoy a delicious lunch on board.
        • Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in Ancient Egypt.
        • Relax onboard before heading to Luxor Temple in the evening, beautifully illuminated at night.
        • Return to the cruise for dinner.
        • Overnight stay in Luxor.
        Meals: Lunch, Dinner
        Overnight: Overnight stay in Luxor.
        Tour Highlights
        Ultimate Karnak Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
        Karnak Temple
        Read More
        Top Luxor Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
        Luxor Temple
        Read More
      • Day 2: Sail to Edfu
        • Enjoy breakfast onboard.
        • Spend a relaxing morning on the cruise.
        • Set sail toward Edfu.
        • Savor a delightful lunch onboard.
        • Take an afternoon tea break while enjoying the views of the Nile.
        • Dinner and overnight stay in Edfu.
        Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        Overnight: Overnight stay in Edfu.
      • Day 3: Visit Edfu Temple & Sail to Aswan
        • Start your day with breakfast.
        • Take a horse-drawn carriage to visit Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
        • Return to the cruise and sail toward Kom Ombo.
        • Relish lunch onboard.
        • Continue sailing to Aswan.
        • Dinner and overnight stay in Aswan.
        Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        Overnight: Overnight stay in Aswan.
        Tour Highlights
        Essential Edfu Temple Travel Guide 2026/2027
        Edfu Temple
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      • Day 4: Trip to Abu Simbel
        • Enjoy an early breakfast box before departing for Abu Simbel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
        • Explore the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, constructed by Ramses II to honor the gods and his queen, Nefertari.
        • Return to the cruise for lunch.
        • Relax with an afternoon tea break.
        • Dinner and overnight stay in Aswan.
        Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        Overnight: Overnight stay in Aswan.
        Tour Highlights
        Discover a Complete Abu Simbel Temples Travel Guide
        Abu Simbel Temples
        Read More
      • Day 5: Discover Aswan Highlights
        • Begin your day with breakfast.
        • Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel.
        • Explore the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
        • Visit The Nubian Village to experience the vibrant culture and traditions of the Nubian people.
        • Return to the cruise for lunch and an afternoon tea break.
        • Enjoy dinner and overnight stay in Aswan.
        Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        Overnight: Overnight stay in Aswan.
        Tour Highlights
        Best Aswan High Dam Travel Guide 2026/2027
        Aswan High Dam
        Read More
        Definitive Philae Temple Travel Guide
        Philae Temple
        Read More
        Best Nubian Village Travel Guide 2026/2027
        Nubian Village
        Read More
      • Day 6: Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Luxor
        • Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo.
        • Discover the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
        • Continue sailing to Edfu and enjoy lunch onboard.
        • Relax with an afternoon tea break as the cruise continues toward Luxor.
        • Dinner and overnight stay in Luxor.
        Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        Overnight: Overnight stay in Luxor.
        Tour Highlights
        Top Kom Ombo Temple Travel Guide
        Kom Ombo Temple
        Read More
      • Day 7: Tour the West Bank
        • After breakfast, visit Luxor’s famous West Bank attractions.
        • Explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs.
        • Marvel at the stunning Medinet Habu Temple, built by Ramses III.
        • Conclude with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III.
        • Return to the cruise for lunch, followed by an afternoon tea break.
        • Dinner and overnight stay in Luxor.
        Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        Overnight: Overnight stay in Luxor.
        Tour Highlights
        Best Colossi of Memnon Travel Guide
        Colossi of Memnon
        Read More
        Madinat Habu Temple Travel Guide
        Habu Temple
        Read More
        Complete Travel Guide to the Valley of the Kings
        Valley of the Kings
        Read More
      • Day 8: End of the Journey
        • Enjoy your final breakfast onboard.
        • Check out and transfer to your desired location in Luxor.
        Meals: Breakfast
      An alternative option is available to start the 7-night MS Esplanade Nile Cruise from Aswan. For more details about the itinerary, please contact us.
      Chart Your Adventure!

      Map for 7 Nights From Luxor

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        Cruise Prices

        May to August
        Duration Single Cabin Double Cabin Triple Cabin
        4 Days / 3 Nights From: US$1,349.00 From: US$856.00 From: US$781.00
        5 Days / 4 Nights From: US$2,025.00 From: US$1,246.00 From: US$1,135.00
        8 Days / 7 Nights From: US$3,124.00 From: US$1,852.00 From: US$1,666.00
        September to April
        Duration Single Cabin Double Cabin Triple Cabin
        4 Days / 3 Nights From: US$2,239.00 From: US$1,431.00 From: US$1,356.00
        5 Days / 4 Nights From: US$3,195.00 From: US$1,996.00 From: US$1,885.00
        8 Days / 7 Nights From: US$5,184.00 From: US$3,177.00 From: US$2,991.00
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