Nile cruise

Mayflower Nile Cruise

  • 4 Days / 3 Nights
  • Short Nile Cruises (3–4 nights)

From $1,049 per person

Overview

Step aboard the Mayflower Nile Cruise and indulge in a voyage of elegance and tranquility along the timeless Nile River. The vessel features 54 tastefully designed cabins, including 18 luxurious suites and 8 Executive cabins, each equipped with a private bathroom featuring a bathtub and shower, satellite television, international phone, electronic safe, mini-fridge, coffee maker, high-speed internet, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Guests in Royal, Presidential, or Executive accommodations enjoy exclusive privileges such as a daily replenished minibar and unlimited soft and alcoh

Step aboard the Mayflower Nile Cruise and indulge in a voyage of elegance and tranquility along the timeless Nile River. The vessel features 54 tastefully designed cabins, including 18 luxurious suites and 8 Executive cabins, each equipped with a private bathroom featuring a bathtub and shower, satellite television, international phone, electronic safe, mini-fridge, coffee maker, high-speed internet, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Guests in Royal, Presidential, or Executive accommodations enjoy exclusive privileges such as a daily replenished minibar and unlimited soft and alcoholic beverages in the sophisticated Bar Lounge. Select Executive and Deluxe cabins with queen beds also offer private verandas overlooking the Nile’s serene waters. Every deck of the Mayflower Cruise blends comfort and sophistication, creating the perfect setting for exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders.

Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Languages
English, Spanish
Vessel
5-star Nile cruiser

Itinerary

Day-by-day plan.

  1. Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be greeted by a representative who will escort you to board the elegant Mayflower Cruise before noon. After settling in, enjoy a delicious lunch on board. In the afternoon, begin your exploration with a visit to the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering marvel.

    Continue by motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis. End the day at the ancient granite quarries to view the Unfinished Obelisk, an extraordinary monument left incomplete. Return to the cruise for dinner and spend the evening relaxing or exploring Aswan at your leisure.

    • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Aswan
  2. Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Edfu while savoring lunch on the sundeck and admiring the Nile’s scenic beauty.

    In the afternoon, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. As evening falls, the ship continues toward Luxor via Esna. Afternoon tea is served on deck, followed by a cocktail reception and a lively Galabeya Party after dinner.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard en route to Luxor
  3. After breakfast, disembark to explore Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were laid to rest in magnificent tombs, then continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el‑Bahari. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the ship for lunch.

    In the afternoon, cross to the East Bank to visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex and the graceful Luxor Temple. Dinner is served on board, followed by an evening of entertainment featuring traditional music and dance.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Luxor
  4. Enjoy your final breakfast on board before disembarking in Luxor. You will then be transferred to your next destination, marking the end of your memorable Nile journey.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Stay:
  5. Board the Mayflower Cruise in Luxor before lunch and settle into your comfortable cabin. After lunch, embark on a guided tour to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and the elegant Luxor Temple. Return to the ship for dinner and evening entertainment.

    • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Luxor
  6. After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return for lunch as the cruise begins its journey toward Edfu. Enjoy afternoon tea and a cocktail party before dinner as the ship passes through Esna Lock under the night sky.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard en route to Edfu
  7. Start the day with breakfast, then visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most complete temples in Egypt. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo while lunch is served. Explore the dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, and visit the nearby crocodile museum. Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy a festive Galabeya Party as the cruise continues to Aswan.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard en route to Aswan
  8. Begin your day with breakfast as the cruise docks in Aswan. Visit the High Dam, a symbol of Egypt’s modern achievements, followed by a boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis.

    Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries, offering insight into ancient craftsmanship. Return to the ship for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing on the sundeck or joining an optional excursion to a Nubian village. Enjoy dinner on board and a peaceful evening on the Nile.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Aswan
  9. After breakfast, disembark from the Mayflower Cruise. You will be transferred to your next destination, concluding your unforgettable Nile adventure.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Stay:

Tour map

Stops along this itinerary.

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What's included

Included

  • Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
  • Accommodation on board the Mayflower Cruise on a full-board basis
  • Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
  • All sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • Bottled water during excursions
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • All service charges and taxes

Not included

  • Optional excursions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping

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