Steigenberger Legacy Deluxe Nile Cruise

Starting from Aswan, your exceptional 3 Nights Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise itinerary kicks off by meeting our representative who picks you up from Aswan Airport, railway station or hotel. Then, you join your private expert guide to discover the best historical sites in the Nubian city of Aswan:

Aswan High Dam:

The High Dam was built during the presidency of Gamal Abdel Nasser, who saw it as a symbol of Egypt’s growing power and independence. The dam was also intended to help Egypt modernize its economy by providing electricity and irrigation to the Nile Valley.

Philae Temple:

It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Egypt and is widely regarded as one of the best examples of Egyptian temple architecture. Phile was dedicated to the goddess Isis, who was the chief deity of the island of Philae and the mother goddess of ancient Egypt.

The Unfinished Obelisk:

The Unfinished Obelisk is believed to have been ordered by Queen Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt from 1473 to 1458 BCE. It was carved out of the solid bedrock in the quarry using only copper chisels and stone hammers.

We transfer you to the luxury Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise to check in, enjoy a delightful lunch meal on the river, and spend the night onboard your cruise ship.

Wake up to an early morning sail to Kom Ombo, while you having a delectable breakfast aboard. Once the cruise docks in Kom Ombo, you will escort your personal Egyptologist to visit:

Kom Ombo Temple:

Kom Ombo was dedicated to the god Sobek, who was associated with the Nile and was believed to have protected the people from the dangers of the river. Later, during the Ptolemaic era, the temple was expanded and a second sanctuary was added to honor the god Horus, the son of Isis and Osiris.

Continue your Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor by sailing to Edfu as you enjoy lunch onboard.

Edfu Temple:

Edfu Temple, also known as the Temple of Horus, is one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Located in the city of Edfu, approximately halfway between Luxor and Aswan, it was built during the Ptolemaic dynasty between 237 and 57 BCE. The temple is dedicated to the god Horus, one of the most important deities in ancient Egyptian religion.

You will get back to the Steigneberger Legacy to set sail towards Luxor across Esna Lock. This is the time for tea break on Sundeck and Galabiya party followed by a delightful dinner, and spend the night onboard the ship.

Indulge in a delicious breakfast aboard and the third day of your Egypt Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor starts with a private guided sightseeing tour through the treasures of Luxor East and West Banks:

Karnak Temple:

Karnak Temple is a huge ancient temple complex located in the city of Luxor. It was built during the reign of various pharaohs, with construction beginning in the Middle Kingdom and continuing through the New Kingdom period, making it one of the oldest and most significant religious sites in ancient Egypt.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut:

Hatshepsut Temple was designed by the architect Senenmut and was built in several stages over a period of more than 15 years. The temple is considered one of the greatest achievements of the New Kingdom and is an important example of ancient Egyptian architecture.

Valley of the Kings:

The Valley of the Kings was used as a burial site for over 500 years and contains more than 60 tombs. The valley was chosen as a burial place due to its proximity to the ancient capital of Thebes and its natural terrain, which provided an ideal location for the tombs.

Colossi of Memnon:

The Colossi of Memnon are made of quartzite sandstone and stand over 18 meters (60 feet) tall. They are carved in the likeness of Amenhotep III and depict him seated on a throne, wearing the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt. 

Overnight onboard the Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise​

As your 3-night Nile Cruise in Egypt comes to an end, you will enjoy a good sort of breakfast on the Nile, you will disembark the cruise, and we will drive you to Luxor Airport or your hotel in Luxor to end the Steigenberger Nile River Cruise.

Your special 4 nights Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise itinerary kicks off with a pick up from Luxor Airport, train station or a hotel, and a private escort by your personal, highly knowledgeable guide to cover the precious treasures of Luxor East Bank.

The 1st stop will be at Karnak Temple; The Great Temple of Amun is the largest and most impressive temple in the complex, constructed over a period of more than a thousand years by multiple pharaohs. Then, you will move to witness Luxor Temple; ordered by Amenhotep III and was later expanded by Tutankhamun, Horemheb, and Ramses II.

Embark on the 5* Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise, enjoy lunch and spend the night aboard the river.

Breakfast on Steigenberger Nile cruise, then join your private guide to continue your Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan by exploring the most impressive monuments of Luxor West Bank. You will visit the Valley of the Kings, a unique and fascinating archaeological site, as it is the final resting place of many pharaohs, including Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Hatshepsut.

Then, you head to Queen Hatshepsut Temple before exploring the two giant seated sculptures of Amenhotep III, the Colossi of Memnon. Back to the cruise, relish a delightful lunch, followed by an afternoon tea break on the Sundeck as the cruise sets sail, and you will spend a peaceful night onboard.

Breakfast and prepare yourself for another unforgettable cultural trip to the legacies of Aswan. Your professional guide will take you to Aswan High Dam; it’s an engineering marvel that has had a significant impact on Egypt’s economy.

The 2nd stop is the Temple of Philae, an incredible example of ancient Egyptian architecture, which is devoted to Isis and finally to the Unfinished Obelisk. Lunch is served aboard the cruise ship, relax on the Sundeck, and spend the night onboard the Steigenberger Legacy.

Savor an authentic breakfast onboard before checking out and disembark the cruise ship and we transfer you to Aswan Airport/railway station to conclude your 4 Nights Nile Cruise Itinerary.