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Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise

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

From $1,949 per person

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Overview

Step aboard the Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise and enter a realm of refined elegance and personalized service. This exclusive 5-star vessel redefines luxury on the Nile, combining exquisite Oriental-inspired décor with sweeping river views. With only 16 sumptuous suites, each featuring premium amenities and a private terrace, the cruise ensures an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere throughout your journey. Indulge in gourmet creations prepared by expert chefs, unwind with a signature cocktail at the Lounge or Sundeck Pool Bar, and rejuvenate with a soothing massage or a revitalizing Char

Step aboard the Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise and enter a realm of refined elegance and personalized service. This exclusive 5-star vessel redefines luxury on the Nile, combining exquisite Oriental-inspired décor with sweeping river views. With only 16 sumptuous suites, each featuring premium amenities and a private terrace, the cruise ensures an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere throughout your journey. Indulge in gourmet creations prepared by expert chefs, unwind with a signature cocktail at the Lounge or Sundeck Pool Bar, and rejuvenate with a soothing massage or a revitalizing Charcoal Sauna session. Every moment aboard is designed for comfort and indulgence, creating a voyage filled with serenity, elegance, and unforgettable memories along the timeless Nile.

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 and transferred to board the elegant Steigenberger Senator Nile Cruise before lunch. After settling into your luxurious suite, enjoy a delicious meal onboard. 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, dedicated to the goddess Isis, followed by a stop at the ancient granite quarries to see the Unfinished Obelisk. Return to the cruise for dinner and spend a peaceful evening under the Aswan sky.

    • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Aswan

  2. Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, explore the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Continue sailing to Edfu while enjoying lunch onboard.

    In the afternoon, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, showcasing magnificent reliefs and towering pylons. Later, sail toward Luxor via Esna, relax with afternoon tea on the sundeck, and enjoy a cocktail reception followed by a lively Galabeya Party after dinner.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard while sailing to Luxor

  3. After breakfast, set out to explore Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs lie hidden, then continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, a masterpiece carved into the cliffs. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise for lunch.

    In the afternoon, visit the East Bank to discover the grandeur of Karnak Temple and the elegant Luxor Temple. Conclude the day with dinner onboard and enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment featuring belly dancing and a whirling dervish show.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Luxor

  4. Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarking in Luxor. You will be assisted with your transfer arrangements as your unforgettable Nile journey comes to an end, leaving you with cherished memories of Egypt’s ancient wonders.

    • Meals: Breakfast
    • Stay: —

  5. Begin your adventure by boarding the cruise before lunch. After a welcome meal, set out to explore Luxor’s East Bank with your Egyptologist guide. Wander through the vast complex of Karnak Temple, filled with towering columns and sacred inscriptions, then visit the graceful Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes. Return to the cruise for dinner and your first night aboard.

    • Meals: Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Luxor

  6. After breakfast, cross the Nile 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 sailing toward Edfu via the Esna Lock. Enjoy afternoon tea on the sundeck, followed by the Captain’s cocktail party and dinner onboard.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard while sailing to Edfu

  7. After breakfast, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most complete temples in Egypt. Sail to Kom Ombo for lunch, then explore the dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, where you’ll learn about ancient medicine and see mummified crocodiles. Continue sailing to Aswan and enjoy a festive Galabeya Party after dinner.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard while sailing to Aswan

  8. Start the day with breakfast before visiting Aswan’s highlights, including the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautiful Philae Temple. Return for lunch, then enjoy a relaxing felucca sail to the Botanical Gardens. The evening concludes with dinner and a Nubian Show celebrating local traditions.

    • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Stay: Onboard in Aswan

  9. Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarking. Assistance will be provided for your onward travel as your luxurious Nile cruise experience concludes.

    • 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 Steigenberger Senator 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 provided during excursions
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • All applicable service charges and taxes

Not included

  • Optional excursions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping

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