MS/ Semiramis Nile Cruise – A Journey Through Timeless Egypt

Upon your arrival at Aswan Airport, our representative will warmly welcome you and escort you to the MS Semiramis Nile Cruise for check-in. After settling into your elegant cabin and enjoying a welcome drink, your journey begins with a delightful lunch served on board.

In the afternoon, explore the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, nestled on Agilkia Island. Then, marvel at the engineering legacy of ancient Egypt at the Unfinished Obelisk, lying within Aswan’s granite quarries. End your day with a tranquil felucca ride around Elephantine Island, capturing the serene beauty of the Nile.

Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy your first night on board in Aswan.

Start your day with a hearty breakfast on board, followed by a relaxing morning as the cruise begins its gentle sail toward Kom Ombo. Take advantage of your free time to unwind on the sun deck or choose from a variety of optional excursions, such as a visit to the Nubian Village or the lush Aswan Botanical Gardens.

After lunch, step back into history with a visit to Kom Ombo Temple, a unique dual sanctuary dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus the Elder. Admire the symmetrical design and intricate carvings that reveal fascinating aspects of ancient medicine and mythology.

Return to the cruise for dinner and continue sailing to Edfu, where you’ll spend the night.

Enjoy breakfast as the cruise docks in Edfu. This morning, you’ll explore the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt, known for its impressive pylons and captivating reliefs depicting mythological battles.

Back on board, relax with lunch as the ship sails toward Luxor, gliding past picturesque rural landscapes and traditional Nile scenes. As evening falls, visit the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple, a masterpiece of pharaonic architecture that comes to life at night.

Dinner and overnight stay on board in Luxor.

After breakfast and disembarkation, set off to explore the wonders of the West Bank of Luxor. Walk through the legendary Valley of the Kings, where you’ll enter three royal tombs decorated with vivid scenes of the afterlife.

Continue to the majestic Temple of Hatshepsut, carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, and then stand before the towering Colossi of Memnon, guardians of a vanished mortuary temple.

Conclude your tour with a visit to the sprawling Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious sites ever built.

After the tour, you’ll be transferred to Luxor Airport or your hotel, marking the end of your unforgettable Nile adventure.

Optional Experience: Begin your morning with a Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor’s ancient temples and the Nile’s lush banks for a once-in-a-lifetime view.