M/S Royal Esadora (Blue Shadow 4 )Nile Cruise

Sail the Nile in comfort and style aboard the Royal Esadora, where ancient wonders meet modern luxury.

Start City

Luxor

End City

Aswan

Duration

5 Days

Price From

$987

Tour Overview

Experience the magic of the legendary Nile River on board the elegant M/S Royal Esadora Nile Cruise. Designed for comfort and discovery, this deluxe cruise offers 5 days / 4 nights from Luxor to Aswan, or 4 days / 3 nights in reverse.

With 58 well-equipped cabins and luxurious suites, the cruise ensures a relaxing stay while you explore Egypt’s most iconic landmarks. Guided by expert Egyptologists, you’ll uncover the secrets of ancient temples, royal tombs, and timeless monuments including Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, and Temple of Philae.

Enjoy full-board dining, scenic sailing, and unforgettable cultural experiences along the Nile—perfect for travelers seeking both relaxation and exploration.

Day by Day Itinerary

Arrive in Luxor, where your guide will meet you and begin your journey.

Start with a visit to the magnificent Luxor Temple, a beautifully preserved monument built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramesses II.

Continue to the vast Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt, featuring colossal columns, obelisks, and sacred halls dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.

After the tour, transfer to your cruise for check-in. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board while relaxing along the Nile.

Overnight: On board

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, head to Luxor’s West Bank to explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried in richly decorated tombs. Visit three tombs (excluding Tutankhamun).

Next, visit the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, a unique terraced temple built by Egypt’s most powerful female ruler.

Stop at the towering Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III guarding the Theban necropolis.

Return to the cruise and begin sailing south.

Overnight: On board

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, take a horse carriage ride to visit the well-preserved Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god.

Return to the cruise and sail to Kom Ombo.

Visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, shared between Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus the Elder. The temple’s symmetry and riverside location make it truly special.

Continue sailing toward Aswan.

Overnight: On board

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Aswan and enjoy breakfast.

Visit the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully situated on an island.

Then explore the impressive Aswan High Dam, a massive engineering project that created Lake Nasser.

Return to the cruise for your final evening on board.

Overnight: On board

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, check out from the cruise.

Optional excursion to the breathtaking Abu Simbel Temples, built by Ramesses II and relocated to save them from flooding.

Transfer to Aswan International Airport for departure.

Meals: Breakfast

Arrival in Aswan, followed by visits to:

Temple of Philae , Aswan High Dam

Check-in and overnight on board.

Optional visit to Abu Simbel Temples, then visit Temple of Kom Ombo. Sail toward Edfu.

Visit Temple of Edfu, then enjoy a relaxing sailing day toward Luxor.

Visit:

Valley of the Kings
Temple of Hatshepsut
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak Temple

Transfer to your hotel or airport in Luxor.

What's Included & excluded

Included

Meet and greet service upon arrival

All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle

Accommodation on M/S Royal Esadora Nile Cruise

Full-board meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

All sightseeing tours as per itinerary

Entrance fees to all mentioned sites

English-speaking Egyptologist guide

Bottled water during tours

All service charges and taxes

Not Included

International flights

Entry visa to Egypt

Drinks during meals

Extra entrance fees

Tipping

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Tour Information

  • Experience our Skip the Line service, designed to save you time and effort. Your visa will be efficiently processed upon arrival.
  • Benefit from multilingual support provided by our fluent-speaking professional Egyptologists.
  • Customize all tours according to your preferences and needs.
  • Please note that hotel ratings in Egypt differ from those in the USA or Europe
  • Extend your stay with the option to add extra nights before or after the tour.
  • Enhance your experience by replacing the night train with an additional hotel night and a domestic flight.

Prices

  • Tour prices are regularly updated to ensure competitive rates. Once your tour is confirmed, the price will not change and includes no hidden fees.

  • Payments can be made securely using major credit cards, secure online payment platform, or wire transfer.

  • Prices are quoted in US dollars per person, but payments can also be made in Euro, British Pound Sterling, or other accepted currencies.

  • The listed prices are valid until April 30, 2027. For bookings after this date or for Christmas, New Year, and Easter, special pricing may apply.

Children Policy

  1. Children Pricing:
    • Ages 2–5.99 years: 25% of the tour price
    • Ages 6–11.99 years: 50% of the tour price
    • Ages 12+ years: Full adult price
  2. Child prices apply when sharing a room with parents (maximum 2 children). Extra beds, domestic flights, or ferry journeys may incur additional charges.

Booking

  • Book early to secure hotel rooms, domestic flights, Nile cruise cabins, and other travel services.

  • A 25% deposit is required to confirm the booking. During Christmas and New Year, a 50% deposit is required. This deposit is part of the total tour payment.

  •  Deposits can be paid via major credit cards, secure online payment platform, or bank wire transfer.

Cancellation

  •  All cancellations must be submitted by email to provide written confirmation.

  • Cancellation Fees:

    • 41+ days before arrival: 10% of deposit

    • 40–30 days: 25% of total tour price

    • 29–15 days: 50% of total tour price

    • 14–7 days: 75% of total tour price

    • 7–1 days: 100% of total tour price
      Domestic flight cancellations follow airline policies.

  • Refunds are processed to the original payment method within 14 working days. No refund is issued for no-shows. Emergency situations (government or airline travel warnings) follow a flexible cancellation policy.

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