Nile Holidays

For a more cultural experience, cruising from Luxor along the River Nile is a unique and exciting way to absorb Egypt’s astounding and impressive past.

Jewels of the Nile Cruise Tour

7 night Cruise/Tour Itinerary

Discover the secrets of ancient Egypt as you cruise down the Nile.

Day 1 - Wednesday

You will be met on arrival at Luxor airport and taken to your chosen cruise ship. Dinner will be served on board. Overnight on board in Luxor

Day 2 - Thursday

Breakfast on board. Visit to the East Bank of the Nile, including Karnak and Luxor Temples. Lunch and dinner served on board. Overnight on board in Luxor.

Day 3 - Friday

Breakfast served on board. Visit to the West Bank, including Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple in the Valley of the Queens and Memnon Colossi. Lunch and dinner will be served on board. Sail to Edfu. Overnight on board in Edfu.

Day 4 - Saturday

Breakfast on board. Visit to Edfu Temple. Afternoon sailing to Kom Ombo. Visit to the Temple of Haroeris and Sobek in Kom Ombo. Lunch and dinner will be served on board. Sail to Aswan. Overnight on board in Aswan.

Day 5 - Sunday

Breakfast on board. The morning will be spent visiting the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple. Panoramic sailing on board a felucca passing the Aga Khan’s Mausoleum, followed by a visit to the Botanical Gardens. In the afternoon there is an optional city tour of Aswan. Lunch and dinner served on board. Overnight on board in Aswan.

Day 6 - Monday

Breakfast on board. There is an optional morning visit, by air or coach, to Abu Simbel (local charge). Afternoon sailing to Edfu. Lunch and dinner will be served on board. Overnight on board in Edfu.

Day 7 - Tuesday

Breakfast on board. Morning sailing to Luxor. Lunch and dinner served on board. Overnight on board in Luxor.

Day 8 - Wednesday

Breakfast and lunch on board before disembarking mid-afternoon and returning to Luxor Airport for your return flight home or for your onward transport to your chosen hotel for the remainder of your holiday.

Please note: Nile cruises are not suitable for those with walking difficulties.

Jewels of the Nile cruise This refined ‘floating hotel’ provides the highest standard of accommodation, with an intimate and friendly ambience. The emphasis here is very much on quality, with spacious interiors, tasteful décor and classic furnishings. With an atmosphere reminiscent of ‘oldworld’ charm and elegance, it is the perfect way to cruise the Nile in style.

Sunrise MS Terramar Features

Four decks (three with cabins); small swimming pool and sun deck; restaurant; lounge bar with dance area; library; gift shop Activities Billiards; whirlpool; gym; massage Suites are located on the lower decks and have a king-size bed plus an extra bed if required, individually-controlled air conditioning, TV and full bathroom with integral hairdryer. Prices are based on 2 adults sharing on Full Board. Suites for sole use (upper deck and lower deck) and upper deck suites are available at a supplement. 20 suites Please note: children aged 6 and under are not permitted on this cruise boat.