The MS Alyssa Nile Cruise is a 5-star river cruise that sails between Luxor and Aswan. It visits Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae along the way. You can choose a 5-day/4-night cruise that departs Luxor every Monday, or a 4-day/3-night cruise that departs Aswan every Friday. Both are full board, with an English-speaking Egyptologist guide on every excursion.
Our representative meets you at Aswan Airport or railway station and transfers you to the ship (embarkation 10:00–12:00). After lunch, visit Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. In the evening, enjoy dinner, a welcome cocktail reception and the boat manager's presentation.
Sail towards Kom Ombo after breakfast, with lunch and afternoon tea on the sundeck. Visit Kom Ombo Temple, then sail on towards Edfu. After dinner, join the galabeya party.
Visit Edfu Temple (Temple of Horus) after breakfast, then sail to Luxor over lunch. In the afternoon, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Dinner is followed by an Egyptian cultural show.
Check out after breakfast, then visit the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Afterwards, transfer to Luxor Airport or railway station.
Our representative meets you at Luxor Airport or railway station and transfers you to the ship to embark before lunch. After lunch on board, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. In the evening, enjoy dinner, a welcome cocktail reception and the boat manager's presentation in the lounge.
After breakfast, explore the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Then return to the ship and sail to Edfu via Esna, with lunch and afternoon tea on board. After dinner, join the galabeya party.
Visit Edfu Temple (Temple of Horus) after breakfast. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo over afternoon tea and visit Kom Ombo Temple. The ship then continues to Aswan, where dinner is followed by an Egyptian cultural show.
Visit Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. Spend the rest of the day at leisure on board, with lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.
After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Aswan Airport or railway station.
Per person, full board, depending on cabin sharing and season. The cruise is your accommodation throughout.
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If you feel unwell during your Egypt tour or while cruising the Nile on a Dahabiya, immediately notify your tour leader or cruise crew. They are trained to provide first aid, assist with minor health issues, and can quickly connect you with reputable local pharmacies, English-speaking doctors, or trusted hospitals in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and other key destinations to ensure you receive proper medical care promptly.
Most Nile River cruises run between 3 and 7 nights, with the classic 4-night Luxor to Aswan route being the most popular choice for first-time visitors.
Consider your budget, travel style, and group size. The best Nile cruises range from large classic ships with group departures to private Dahabiyas — each offering a distinct way to experience the river.
Yes. Most Egypt Nile cruises include a licensed Egyptologist guide who leads excursions at every port, providing in-depth commentary at each temple and historical site.
Yes. The best Nile cruises for families combine educational shore excursions with relaxed sailing, making them an engaging and hassle-free way for all ages to experience ancient Egypt.
Egypt Nile cruises typically stop at Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and the temples of Philae in Aswan.
The best Nile cruises for couples are luxury or Dahabiya sailboats, offering privacy, elegant cabins, and romantic sundeck views of the river and temple-dotted shoreline.
Yes! You can easily combine a Nile Cruise with visits to the Pyramids of Giza and other iconic Cairo attractions. Most Egypt itineraries start in Cairo to explore the Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum before flying or travelling to Luxor to board a Nile Cruise that sails down to Aswan, stopping at temples, tombs, and scenic Nile landmarks along the way.
Nile River cruises offer a unique way to explore Egypt's ancient temples and monuments at a relaxed pace, sailing between Luxor and Aswan while history unfolds on both banks.
