Ultra Deluxe MS Royal Elite Nile Cruise

Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your expert guide and transfer to the MS Royal Elite Nile Cruise. Complete your check-in, settle into your deluxe cabin, and prepare for an unforgettable journey.

Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in history, built over 2,000 years. Walk through the Avenue of Sphinxes, marvel at the hypostyle hall’s massive columns, and admire the detailed hieroglyphs narrating ancient rituals.

Return to the cruise for a delicious lunch buffet featuring a mix of Egyptian and international cuisine. Enjoy free time on the sundeck or in the lounge before your evening excursion.

As night falls, visit Luxor Temple, glowing under golden lights. Built in 1400 BC, this magnificent site hosted royal coronations and festivals. Walk through its towering statues and colonnades, feeling its timeless magic.

Back on board, enjoy a gourmet dinner before relaxing in your cabin or enjoying the cruise’s evening entertainment.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast, including fresh fruits, warm pastries, and Egyptian-style tea, before setting off for a tour of Luxor’s West Bank.

Begin your exploration at the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of New Kingdom pharaohs such as Ramses II and Tutankhamun. This hidden necropolis, nestled in the Theban hills, houses 63 elaborately decorated tombs, each revealing intricate artwork that tells the story of the pharaoh’s journey to the afterlife.

Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most powerful rulers, the temple showcases elegant terraces, grand statues, and reliefs depicting her divine birth and reign.

Pause at the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood for over 3,400 years. These magnificent figures once guarded the entrance of a long-lost temple complex and continue to stand as silent witnesses to Egypt’s grandeur.

Return to the cruise for a sumptuous lunch, then spend the afternoon sailing along the Nile, enjoying panoramic views of riverbanks dotted with villages, palm groves, and golden dunes.

As night falls, enjoy a lavish dinner under the stars while the cruise makes its way toward Edfu, where you will spend the night.

Wake up to stunning Nile views and savor a freshly made breakfast before heading to your first destination.

Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Built between 237 BC and 57 BC, this colossal structure honors Horus, the falcon god, and depicts scenes of his legendary battle against Seth, the god of chaos. The towering pylon and intricate hieroglyphics make this temple a breathtaking spectacle.

Return to the cruise for a delicious lunch, then continue sailing toward the twin temple of Kom Ombo.

Set on the banks of the Nile, the Kom Ombo Temple is a rare double temple dedicated to Horus the Elder and Sobek, the crocodile god. Built between 180 BC and 47 BC, this temple is unique for its mirrored symmetry, with two entrances, two halls, and twin sanctuaries. The temple also houses a crocodile mummy museum, showcasing sacred mummified crocodiles from ancient times.

After an exciting day of exploration, return to the cruise for a relaxing dinner before drifting off to sleep as the ship makes its way to Aswan.

Enjoy a nutritious breakfast while gazing at the serene waters of the Nile.

Your first stop in Aswan is the High Dam, a modern engineering wonder built in the 1960s to control Nile flooding and generate hydroelectric power. Standing at the dam, witness the breathtaking expanse of Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest artificial lakes.

Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, an ambitious project commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut. This enormous structure, still attached to the bedrock, provides insight into how ancient Egyptians quarried and carved massive stone monuments.

A short boat ride will take you to Philae Temple, an enchanting island sanctuary dedicated to Isis, the goddess of motherhood and magic. Built in the Ptolemaic period, this magnificent temple was rescued from flooding and relocated to Agilkia Island as part of a UNESCO preservation effort. Walk through its majestic halls, intricate carvings, and sacred altars, bringing to life the myths of Osiris and Isis.

Return to the cruise for a mouthwatering lunch. Spend your afternoon relaxing on the sundeck, enjoying the spa facilities, or taking in Aswan’s peaceful ambiance.

Conclude your day with a flavorful dinner, followed by an evening of relaxation or optional onboard entertainment.

Start your day with a relaxing breakfast, enjoying the peaceful Nile views one last time. After breakfast, check out from the cruise and meet your driver for your transfer in Aswan.

You will be taken to your chosen destination—whether it’s the airport, train station, or a hotel—bringing your 5-day journey to an end.

We hope you had an unforgettable experience and look forward to welcoming you again!

• Meet your expert Egyptologist guide and begin your adventure in Luxor, a city rich in history and timeless monuments.
• Visit the Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, home to the Great Hypostyle Hall, towering columns, and the Avenue of Sphinxes.
• After the tour, check in to the MS Royal Elite Nile Cruise, enjoy a welcome drink, and settle into your deluxe cabin.
• Savor a delicious lunch onboard as the cruise gently sways on the Nile.
• In the evening, explore Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night, where the Opet Festival was once celebrated.
• Return to the cruise for a gourmet dinner and spend your first night onboard, soaking in the serene ambiance of the Nile.

• Enjoy a leisurely breakfast while taking in the breathtaking scenery of the Nile.
• Spend the day relaxing on the sundeck, taking a dip in the pool, or indulging in a spa treatment.
• Enjoy lunch as the ship sails toward Edfu.
• As night falls, experience entertainment onboard, followed by a delicious dinner.

• After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage to visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the best-preserved temple from ancient Egypt, depicting Horus’ victory over evil.
• Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy a smooth sail to Aswan, passing beautiful landscapes.
• Dinner is served onboard as the cruise arrives in Aswan late at night.

• Start the day with breakfast onboard before exploring Aswan’s treasures.
• Visit the Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering marvel that changed Egypt’s economy.
• Explore the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous monument left incomplete, revealing ancient stone-carving techniques.
• Discover the breathtaking Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, the goddess of love and magic, relocated to Agilkia Island.
• Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon onboard.
• Dinner is served, followed by an overnight stay in Aswan.

• Early morning departure with breakfast boxes to Abu Simbel, a spectacular monument built by Ramses II.
• Explore the Great Temple of Ramses II, where colossal statues stand tall, and the Temple of Queen Nefertari, devoted to the goddess Hathor.
• Return to the cruise for a hearty lunch and enjoy a peaceful afternoon onboard.
• Dinner is served, followed by entertainment and an overnight stay.

• Enjoy breakfast onboard while sailing toward Kom Ombo.
• Explore the Kom Ombo Temple, a double temple dedicated to Horus the Elder and Sobek, the crocodile god.
• Visit the Crocodile Mummy Museum, showcasing ancient mummified crocodiles.
• Return to the cruise for lunch and spend the afternoon sailing back to Luxor.
• A farewell dinner is served onboard, marking the final leg of your journey.

• After breakfast, embark on a full-day tour of Luxor’s West Bank.
• Discover the Valley of the Kings, the resting place of pharaohs like Ramses II and Tutankhamun, with intricately decorated tombs.
• Visit Hatshepsut Temple, a stunning monument built into the cliffs to honor Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
• Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the towering statues of Amenhotep III, which have stood for over 3,400 years.
• Return to the cruise for lunch and dinner, enjoying the final evening onboard.

• Enjoy breakfast onboard, taking in the final views of the Nile.
• Check out from the cruise and transfer to your preferred location in Luxor, whether it’s the airport, train station, or hotel.