MS Sunray Nile cruise | 5 Days – 4 Nights (Luxor to Aswan)

Welcome to Aswan! Upon arrival, board the elegant MS Sunray Nile Cruise before lunch and settle into your comfortable cabin as your unforgettable Nile journey begins.

After lunch, discover the highlights of Aswan with visits to:

• The High Dam: One of Egypt’s greatest engineering achievements, built to control the Nile’s annual flooding while generating hydroelectric power for the country.
• Philae Temple: Beautifully situated on Agilkia Island, this magnificent temple dedicated to the goddess Isis is renowned for its elegant architecture and remarkable relocation during UNESCO’s rescue project.
• The Unfinished Obelisk: Explore the ancient granite quarries and admire the largest obelisk ever attempted, providing fascinating insight into ancient Egyptian stone-cutting techniques.

Return to the cruise for a Welcome Reception Cocktail, followed by a delicious dinner on board.

The cruise begins sailing toward Kom Ombo early in the morning.

After breakfast, visit the remarkable Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, the falcon god. Its perfectly symmetrical design and fascinating medical carvings make it one of Egypt’s most distinctive temples.

Continue sailing to Edfu, where lunch will be served on board.

In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. Explore its towering entrance, impressive reliefs, and sacred sanctuary before returning to the cruise.

Continue sailing toward Luxor via the Esna Lock, enjoying afternoon tea on deck while watching life along the Nile.

In the evening, enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner followed by the lively Galabia Egyptian Night, featuring traditional music, dancing, and local entertainment.

After breakfast, begin your full-day exploration of Luxor, often called the world’s greatest open-air museum.

Your morning tour includes:

• Valley of the Kings: Explore the royal burial ground of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs, where beautifully decorated tombs reveal fascinating scenes from ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife.
• Valley of the Queens: Discover the burial place of Egypt’s queens and royal family members, home to beautifully decorated tombs hidden within the Theban hills.
• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: An architectural masterpiece carved into the limestone cliffs of Deir El-Bahari, honoring Egypt’s most successful female pharaoh.

Return to the cruise for lunch before continuing to Luxor’s East Bank.

In the afternoon, visit:

• Karnak Temple Complex: The largest religious complex ever built, featuring colossal columns, sacred lakes, giant obelisks, and the magnificent Great Hypostyle Hall.
• Luxor Temple: A graceful temple built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II, once connected to Karnak by the famous Avenue of Sphinxes.

Return to the cruise for dinner, followed by an entertaining Belly Dance Show.

Enjoy your final breakfast on board before disembarkation.

After check-out, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport, railway station, or your preferred destination, concluding your memorable MS Sunray Nile Cruise experience.