Embark M/S Royal Esadora in Luxor before lunch. Settle into your cabin before meeting your private Egyptologist guide for an afternoon excursion to Luxor's East Bank. Tour the Karnak Temple Complex with its Hypostyle Hall of 134 columns, then visit Luxor Temple glowing under evening lights. Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.
M/S Royal Esadora Nile Cruise
Sail between Luxor and Aswan on a 5-day luxury cruise aboard M/S Royal Esadora. Tour Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae with full board dining and a private French- or English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
PickupLuxor / Aswan
GuidePrivate, French or English
Group1 to 8 travellers
Duration5 days · 2 nights
Overview
The M/S Royal Esadora is a 5-star deluxe river cruise ship operating 5-day / 4-night itineraries between Luxor and Aswan. Accompanied on all guided tours by your private Egyptologist guide, you explore ancient Upper Egypt's foremost monuments, starting in Luxor with the East Bank Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, followed by the West Bank Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon.
Sailing south through the Esna Lock, visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu by horse-drawn carriage and the dual Temple of Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo with its Crocodile Museum. In Aswan, explore the High Dam, the island sanctuary of Philae, and the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries.
Onboard amenities include modern air-conditioned cabins with French Juliet balconies, full board dining (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), a sun deck with swimming pool and pool bar, fitness room, spa facilities, and evening entertainment. Optional tours include sunrise hot air ballooning over Luxor and a trip to Abu Simbel.
Highlights
- Karnak & Luxor Temples — East Bank sanctuary complexes and Hypostyle Hall
- Valley of the Kings — Royal pharaonic tombs carved into West Bank cliffs and Hatshepsut Temple
- Edfu Temple — Ptolemaic sandstone temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus
- Kom Ombo Temple — Dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris with Crocodile Museum
- Aswan Monuments — High Dam, island temple of Philae, and Unfinished Obelisk
- Optional Excursions — Sunrise hot air balloon ride, Nubian Village, and Abu Simbel trip
- Cabins with Balconies — Modern air-conditioned cabins featuring French Juliet balconies
- Sun Deck & Spa — Swimming pool, pool bar, fitness room, spa, and full board dining
Day by day
Day 1
Luxor: Ship Boarding, Karnak & Luxor Temples
Meals: lunch, dinner · Overnight: M/S Royal Esadora Nile Cruise
Day 2
Luxor West Bank: Royal Tombs & Sail to EsnaMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner · Overnight: M/S Royal Esadora Nile Cruise
Cross to Luxor's West Bank after breakfast to explore three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Visit the cliffside Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and stop at the twin Colossi of Memnon. Return for lunch on board as M/S Royal Esadora sails through Esna Lock toward Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3
Edfu & Kom Ombo: Horus Temple & Crocodile MuseumMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner · Overnight: M/S Royal Esadora Nile Cruise
Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt's best-preserved Ptolemaic temple. Sail onward to Kom Ombo to explore the dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, alongside the Crocodile Museum displaying mummified reptiles. Continue sailing toward Aswan. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 4
Aswan: High Dam, Philae Island Temple & Unfinished ObeliskMeals: breakfast, lunch, dinner · Overnight: M/S Royal Esadora Nile Cruise
Tour Aswan's High Dam, then ride a motorboat across Lake Nasser to Agilkia Island to visit Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis. Continue to the ancient granite quarries to inspect the Unfinished Obelisk. Spend the afternoon at leisure on board or join an optional felucca sail or Nubian Village tour. Dinner and overnight stay on board in Aswan.
Day 5
Aswan: Disembarkation & Optional Abu Simbel ExcursionMeals: breakfast
Disembark M/S Royal Esadora after breakfast in Aswan. An optional morning excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples of Ramesses II and Queen Nefertari is available by private vehicle or flight before final departure.
Included
- 4 nights accommodation on board M/S Royal Esadora with full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Meet-and-assist services upon arrival and departure
- All transfers in modern private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private Egyptologist guide, French- or English-speaking
- All guided sightseeing tours listed in the itinerary
- Complimentary bottled water during excursions
- Onboard entertainment including folkloric shows and galabeya parties
- Access to cruise facilities: pool, sun deck, gym, lounge, bar and boutique
- All service charges and local taxes
Not included
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Airport transfers not specified in the package
- Beverages and personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, and minibar
- Optional excursions (Abu Simbel, hot air balloon, Nubian Village, felucca sail)
- Sightseeing entrance fees between Luxor and Aswan
- Tipping for guide, driver, and cruise staff
- Services not explicitly listed in the inclusions
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Questions
What cabin features are available aboard M/S Royal Esadora?
Cabins feature modern air conditioning, satellite TV, private bathrooms, and French Juliet balconies offering Nile views.
Are shore excursions guided by a private Egyptologist?
Yes, all scheduled shore excursions include a private Egyptologist guide available in French or English.
What meals are included during the cruise?
Full board accommodation is included, covering daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the main restaurant.
Are entrance fees included in the package price?
Entrance tickets for temples and archaeological sites are excluded and paid directly on site.
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