Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise 8 Days 2023/2024

Thursday - Check in

A tour of the East Bank and check-in

Your Nile Cruise will begin once you arrive in Luxor. Arrive at your destination with plenty of time. You will have some free time after boarding and checking in. The ship offers a great supper around 1:00 p.m.

After lunch, travel to Luxor's East Bank with the rest of your tour group to view the spectacular Luxor Temple and the massive Karnak Temple complex, two of the world's most important ancient sites. This city was once a temple-filled metropolis with a 2,000-year history.

After your tour, return to the ship for afternoon tea and a spectacular Folkloric Show. Later in the evening, dinner is served.

Friday - Luxor City tour

Luxor, the West Bank

Enjoy a great breakfast aboard the Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise while soaking up the fresh Nile breeze. Your Egyptologist brings you to Luxor's west bank in an air-conditioned private vehicle. According to Egyptian mythology, it is the pharaohs' afterlife world, where they roam as would-be gods through the pharaonic subterranean tunnels that lead to the Valley of the Kings.

Then a beautiful temple appears in the heart of a mountain. Hatshepsut Temple is dedicated to Hatshepsut, Egypt's greatest king. As you return to the boat, the Colossi of Memnon, two pharaonic giants, appear miraculously.

Before boarding the cruise ship and crossing through Esna Lock, you'll be treated to a delicious Lunch .

Finally, Stop for afternoon tea on the way to Edfu, eat a supper while sailing towards Edfu.

Saturday- Sailing to Edfu

Cruise on the Nile

Our adventure begins with a chance meeting. First and foremost, savour the Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise breakfast. Your Egyptologist will then take you to Edfu Temple, Horus's home. Based on its remarkable preservation, the temple looks to have been completed recently.

Then have a look at the colourful memorials to significant events. Your Egyptologist will next take you to your Nile Cruise, where you will end your fantastic voyage to Kom Ombo.

After that, float down the Nile while seeing the beautiful meadows of the Nile Valley. While sailing to Aswan, take advantage of your cruise's gourmet lunch and afternoon tea.

After that, spend the night on a cruise liner near Aswan, Egypt, celebrating Galabia's party with a lavish feast.

A free walking tour of Aswan's streets will also wow you with its unique ambiance.

Dinner will be served at the conclusion of your outing.

Sunday -Aswan City

Sightseeing in Aswan

Start your day tour in Aswan, a beautiful city surrounded by natural beauty. After a sumptuous breakfast on board your Nile Cruise, your Egyptologist will drive you to the High Dam, a colossal construction project that is regarded as one of the twentieth century's biggest mysteries. From this vantage point, you can view Nasser Lake, the world's largest man-made lake.

After that, you and Osiris will travel to the Philae Temple, which is Isis' home. Your Egyptologist will take you by water taxi to Philae Temple to see the Nubians for the first time.

Relax and enjoy your lunch on the Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise after that.

After that, spend the night on a cruise liner near Aswan, Egypt, celebrating Galabia's party with a lavish feast.

A free walking tour of Aswan's streets is also available, which will captivate you with its unique ambiance.

Dinner will be served at the conclusion of your outing.

Monday - Aswan City and sailing to Kom Ombo

A day trip to Aswan

The cruise ship at Aswan serves breakfast. Then you'll be directed to this section of pharaonic engineering, where the pharaohs' lines on the Unfinished Obelisk may still be visible, posing a pharaonic architectural issue. In terms of volume, it's the biggest.

Visitors are welcome to visit the Aswan Spicy Market and its environs. After a leisurely tour to Kom Ombo, enjoy a scrumptious lunch.

Finally, enjoy an evening aboard while listening to Nubian music and dining on Nubian food.

Tuesday - Kom Ombo Temple

Trip to Kom Ombo

Investigate the medical items in Sobek's palace to learn more about the first pharaonic hospital and how ancient Egyptians coped with injuries. Kom Ombo is the name of the temple. First, have a great breakfast on the deck of the cruise ship.

After that, your Egyptologist will take you to Kom Ombo Temple. Then, for a wonderful supper, board a boat to Edfu. Afternoon tea is included in the pleasant trip to Luxor.

Finally, onboard your Steigenberger Minerva cruise ship, enjoy a delectable dinner and galabia celebration. Relax in your spacious cabins as the cruise ship docks in Luxor for the night.

Wednesday - Luxor Day

Luxor West Bank

You are once again seduced by the attraction of West Luxor. Breakfast is critical on board a cruise ship. Learn how Ramses II built his colossal monument temple in Luxor's Theban Necropolis to withstand millions of years.

The city grows into a full-fledged pharaonic metropolis, complete with Egyptian-style streets, everyday goods, and ancient Egyptian monuments. You'll learn about royal tomb labourers, marvel builders, and classic pharaonic archaeological artefacts with incredible artistry throughout your Egypt tour. Deir el-Medina is the town's name.

The majestic Hapu Temple is located nearby. Following a delicious meal, your Egyptologist will join you on a Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise.

After that, go on a complimentary walking tour of Luxor's streets and bazaars.

Finally, a Nile night cruise with food and entertainment will be available. In your cabin this evening, unwind and rest.

Thursday - Check out

Check out

the Steigenberger Minerva cruise ship for a delectable brunch before disembarking. Depending on your flight/train schedule, you can then tour the Nobel Valley with the assistance of an Egyptologist.

Finally, we'll transport you to Luxor railway station or Luxor airport, where you can board a domestic or international flight (according to your choice). We're looking forward to completing your paperwork so you can leave in style, with beautiful memories of your seven-night Nile excursion.