5-Day Nile Cruise on Mövenpick Royal Lily: Easter Hot Deals (Luxor to Aswan).

Upon arrival at Luxor Airport or Railway Station, a Sun Pyramids Tours representative will meet and assist you. Transfer to your luxurious Movenpick Royal Lily Nile Cruise in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Check-in is at 12:00 PM, followed by lunch onboard at 12:30 PM.

At 2:00 PM, begin your exploration of Luxor’s East Bank, visiting:

Karnak Temples
Walk through the massive Karnak Temple complex, spanning over 4,000 years of history, and home to the Hypostyle Hall’s 134 towering columns, Ramses III’s temple, and Hatshepsut’s obelisks. This was the most important religious center of the ancient Egyptian empire and dedicated to Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.

Luxor Temple
Marvel at this elegant structure, built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II. Once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes, it played a crucial role in the Opet Festival, celebrating the renewal of kingship.

🍽 Dinner onboard at 7:30 PM, followed by a belly dance performance at 9:00 PM. Overnight in Luxor.

📍 Accommodation: Movenpick Royal Lily Nile Cruise
🍽 Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Start the day with breakfast onboard at 6:00 AM, then set off to explore the West Bank of Luxor at 7:00 AM.

Valley of the Kings
Enter the final resting place of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses II. The beautifully decorated tombs were designed to guide the deceased into the afterlife.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
A stunning terraced temple carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, honoring Egypt’s first female pharaoh. Its grand colonnades and intricate carvings tell the story of her reign and divine birth.

Colossi of Memnon – The towering remnants of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple.

At 1:00 PM, return to the cruise for lunch onboard while sailing towards Edfu via Esna.

🔹 Afternoon tea at 4:30 PM, followed by a Welcome Reception Cocktail at 7:00 PM.
🍽 Dinner onboard at 7:30 PM. Overnight in Edfu.

📍 Accommodation: Movenpick Royal Lily Nile Cruise
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast onboard at 5:30 AM, before starting the day’s excursions at 6:30 AM.

Edfu Temple
One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. It commemorates his victory over Seth, the god of chaos.
Return to the cruise and set sail for Kom Ombo at 9:00 AM.

🍽 Lunch onboard at 12:30 PM, then disembark at 3:00 PM to visit:

Kom Ombo Temple
Explore this dual temple, dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, the falcon god. Gain insights into ancient beliefs as you explore carvings depicting strange medical instruments used during that lost era. At 4:00 PM, continue sailing to Aswan, enjoying afternoon tea on deck.

🍽 Dinner onboard at 7:30 PM, followed by a Galabia Party at 9:00 PM. Overnight in Aswan.

📍 Accommodation: Movenpick Royal Lily Nile Cruise
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start the day with breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM, before exploring Aswan’s famous landmarks at 8:00 AM.

High Dam
A modern engineering feat that controls the Nile’s floods and supplies hydroelectric power, built 1960 and once it was completed, it became the tallest earthen dam in the world, surpassing the Chatuge Dam in the United States.

Philae Temple
Steeped in the feminine influence of ancient Egyptian mythology, as it is dedicated to the goddesses Isis and Hathor, Philae Temple relocated to Agilkia Island to protect it from flooding. Its majestic columns, detailed reliefs, and the surrounding water create an illuminating atmosphere, making it perfect for awesome photo sessions.

🍽 Lunch onboard at 1:00 PM, with free time to relax on deck.
🔹 Chocolate Hour & Fruit of the Month at 5:30 PM.
🍽 Dinner onboard at 7:30 PM. Overnight in Aswan.

📍 Accommodation: Movenpick Royal Lily Nile Cruise
🍽 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM before disembarking at 8:00 AM. A Sun Pyramids Tours representative will assist with your transfer to Aswan Airport or Railway Station for your departure.

🍽 Meals: Breakfast

In the event that the mentioned cruise or hotel is unavailable, Sun Pyramids Tours reserves the right to provide an alternative of the same category, ensuring the same level of comfort and service.

The itinerary sequence may be adjusted based on cruise sailing schedules, while all planned sightseeing visits will remain unchanged.

Please note that the guide will not stay overnight on the cruise but will meet you every day at the cruise reception. Ask your operator about the extra cost and if you need the guide to be with you on the cruise.