5-Day Nile Cruise from Luxor: M/S Akmar
Sail from Luxor to Aswan aboard M/S Akmar, discovering the great temples, royal tombs and timeless landscapes of the Nile Valley.
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Signature experiences
Highlights of your journey
- Karnak and Luxor Temples
- Valley of the Kings
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Edfu Temple
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Aswan and Philae Temple
The journey
Experience Egypt personally.
Day by day
Your itinerary
Open each stage to explore the planned route and experiences.
Day 1Arrival in Luxor and the East Bank+
On arrival, you are welcomed and transferred to your Nile vessel. After settling in and enjoying lunch, visit the vast Karnak Temple complex and Luxor Temple. Dinner and overnight are on board in Luxor.
Day 2Luxor’s West Bank+
After breakfast, explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional hot-air balloon flight is available at sunrise. Return to the vessel and begin sailing south.
Day 3Edfu and Kom Ombo+
Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Later, visit the unusual double temple of Kom Ombo before continuing towards Aswan.
Day 4Highlights of Aswan+
Discover the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple on its island. The afternoon is yours to relax or choose an optional visit to a Nubian village.
Day 5Departure from Aswan+
After breakfast, disembark for your transfer to Aswan Airport or your onward hotel. An optional early-morning excursion to Abu Simbel can be arranged.
Good to know
What your tour includes
Your personal proposal will confirm the exact choice of accommodation and all included services.
Included
Welcome and assistance on arrival and departure
All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle
Four nights aboard the named five-star Nile vessel
All meals on board as described in the itinerary
Private guiding by a licensed English-speaking Egyptologist
Entrance fees for all sights listed in the itinerary
Drinking water during excursions
Not included
International flights
Gratuities for your guide, driver and crew
Optional excursions such as a hot-air balloon flight, Abu Simbel or a Nubian village
Personal expenses and drinks not listed as included
Your personal host
Planned by people who call Egypt home.
Ahmed and his team tailor the journey to your wishes and remain personally available before and throughout your time in Egypt.
Ahmed EldeakEgyptologist & founder
Personal & without obligation
Could this be your journey?
Tell us when and how you would like to experience Egypt, and we will adapt this tour around you.
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