Upon arrival at Luxor International Airport or Luxor Railway Station, you will be met and assisted by an Egypt Nile Travel representative and transferred to your Nile cruise ship. Settle into your cabin and enjoy some free time on board, or explore the city of Luxor at your own pace.

This day marks the beginning of your 7-night Christmas Nile cruise, offering a relaxed start before the upcoming sightseeing experiences. Overnight on board in Luxor.

Meals Plan: Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast on board, begin your West Bank tour in Luxor with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, home to around 65 royal tombs. Your guide will recommend the best three tombs currently open for visitation. Continue to the remarkable Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt independently for nearly 20 years, then stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, remnants of the mortuary temple of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

After sightseeing, return to your Nile cruise ship and sail toward Edfu via the Lock of Esna, enjoying scenic views along the Nile. Overnight on board in Edfu as your Christmas Nile cruise with Egypt Nile Travel continues.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Begin your day with a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, considered the best-preserved temple in Egypt and dating back to the Greco-Roman period. After the visit, return to your cruise ship and sail toward Kom Ombo.

In Kom Ombo, explore the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god, followed by a visit to the nearby Crocodile Museum to learn about ancient beliefs surrounding Sobek. The cruise then continues sailing to Aswan, where you will spend the next two nights.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy two memorable days in Aswan during your 7-night Christmas Nile cruise. Today’s tour introduces you to Aswan’s main highlights, including the impressive High Dam, the granite quarry of the Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautiful Philae Temple. After sightseeing, return to your Nile cruise ship for lunch and enjoy a relaxed afternoon on board or explore Aswan at your own pace.

An optional visit to a traditional Nubian Village is available, offering insight into local life, customs, and culture through visits to Nubian homes and markets.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy a free day on board your Nile cruise to relax and unwind, or choose an optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Carved into rock by Pharaoh Ramses II, these impressive monuments reflect the power and legacy of ancient Egypt and offer an unforgettable cultural experience.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Your Nile cruise ship will sail back to Kom Ombo, stopping to visit Kom Ombo Temple (new arrival guests). You have a free day on board to enjoy cruising. Then, the ship will set sail from Kom Ombo down to Edfu, stopping there for new guests to visit the Temple of Edfu. Then set sail down to Luxor via the lock of Esna.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today’s tour takes you to Luxor’s East Bank to explore some of the city’s most impressive monuments. Visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to the gods Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, followed by the elegant Luxor Temple, built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and dedicated to the god Amun. Admire the towering columns, detailed reliefs, and rich history of these iconic sites.

After sightseeing, return to your Nile cruise ship to enjoy your farewell dinner and spend the final night of your 7-night Christmas Nile cruise with Egypt Nile Travel.

An optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor is available.

Meals Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, disembark from your Nile cruise ship, marking the end of your 7-night Christmas Nile journey. Transfer to Luxor International Airport or Luxor Railway Station for your departure, taking with you unforgettable memories of Egypt’s ancient wonders. For future adventures, Egypt Nile Travel will be happy to assist with your next trip.

Meals Plan: Breakfast only