Our ERT Nile cruise ships send you on a fascinating journey on one of the world’s most famous and beautiful rivers.
The Nile, the true gem of Egypt represents a true source of life, fertility and wealth of the ancient world and today.
Cruise the Nile and explore the mysteries of 7,000 years of ancient Egyptian history.
Itinerary
Welcome to the timeless land of the pharaohs. On arrival at Luxor International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your 5 Stars Cruise Ship.
Visit the huge temple complex of Karnak. Walk through the avenue of ram-headed sphinxes to stand among the columns of the Hypostyle Hall. Later, transfer to your cruise ship, your home for the next four nights. After lunch on board, take a walk through the Luxor Temple. In the evening, get to know your Travel Director, a professionally trained Egyptologist, as well as fellow guests over a Welcome Drink followed by dinner. The rest of the evening is yours at leisure.
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Included Meals
This morning, disembark from your cruise and travel by coach to the west bank of the Nile. See the Colossi of Memnon and visit both the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Kings, where many pharaohs were buried, including Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I and Tutankhamun. Experience the renowned local hospitality of Egyptians, during a visit to the village of Geziret Bahirat. Connect with the community and share bread with the Bahirat family, whilst they regale guests with their fascinating stories of daily life.
The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the facilities on your cruise ship during Sailing .
In the early morning visit Edfu Temple ( Horus ) by Carriage then start the day with breakfast, as you cruise along the Nile to Kom Ombo to visit the only double temple of Egypt, dedicated to two gods: the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus the Elder. before continuing on to the city of Aswan. Famous for its archaeological sites, such as the Philae Temple Complex and the Temple of Isis, Aswan is a vibrant destination that portray an agreeable mix of ancient and contemporary Egypt. In the evening, enjoy a fun-filled Egyptian dinner and galabeya party.
Today’s sightseeing includes a visit to Aswan’s High Dam and granite quarries, to see the enormous unfinished obelisk.
Travel by motorboat to the Temple of Isis, rising from the waters of the Nile on the Island of Philae.
The rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the facilities on your cruise ship. Ask your Travel Director for recommendations on things to do onboard or perhaps ask for more insights into Egypt’s fascinating history?
Throughout your journey you’ll have seen many feluccas sailing along the Nile. Now it’s your time to explore one for yourself. On this traditional vessel, you’ll meet a local sailor who will teach you about the ancient art of sailing.
As the sun starts to fade, enjoy high tea at the historic Old Cataract Hotel, just like Winston Churchill and Agatha Christie once did before you. The hotel is rumoured to be where Christie wrote her bestselling novel, “Death on the Nile.”
Perhaps join an Optional Experience to Abu Simbel? These temples overlook Lake Nasser and are made up of the Great Temple of Ramesses II and the Temple of Hathor.
Your wonderful journey ends with transfers to Aswan airport