Movenpick Royal Lily Nile Cruise
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Trip Summary
The Mövenpick Royal Lily luxury Nile cruise Egypt provides an impeccable experience by combining luxury with each day celebrating traditional elegance. This luxury Nile cruise that explores Aswan and Luxor offers passengers a unique chance to explore over 7,000 years of human history.
Guests can choose between two exciting options: a 4-day Luxor and Aswan Nile cruise or a more extensive 5-day best Nile River cruise from Luxor to Aswan, both sailing along the Nile River and visiting incredible ancient Egyptian cultural sites.
Your Egypt Nile cruise through time will lead you to visit the most popular archaeological sites, including the majestic Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, making it a memorable Egypt tour experience.
Price from
US$ 850
Duration
3 Nights or 4 Nights
Location
Luxor and Aswan
Group size
Private
Type
nile-cruise
Highlights
Luxor Sights
- Luxor Temple.
- Karnak Temple.
- Valley of the Kings.
- Temple of Hatshepsut.
- Edfu Temple.
- Colossi of Memnon.
Aswan Sights
- Philae Temple.
- Aswan High Dam.
- Unfinished Obelisk.
- Kom Ombo Temple.
- Abu Simbel Temple.
4 Days/ 3 Nights
When you arrive at the Aswan train station or airport, an Egypt Tours guide will greet you and give you your knowledgeable Egyptologist guide to begin your trip to Aswan, Egypt.
Your Deluxe Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor , a 4-day trip, starts with a visit to the
Aswan High Dam:
Learn about this engineering marvel, the Aswan High Dam, which controls the Nile’s flow.
Unfinished Obelisk:
See Aswan Unfinished Obelisk, the largest known ancient obelisk, left in its quarry after cracks appeared during its carving
Philae Temple:
Visit the beautiful Philae Temple, and have a unique Philae temple tour dedicated to the goddess Isis, and relocated to Agilkia Island.
After your Egypt luxury tour, you will take total comfort in your luxury Nile cruise in Aswan, bringing you delicious food and afternoon tea while relaxing as you prepare to spend a memorable night on board.
Begin your luxury Nile cruise Egypt from Aswan to Luxor with breakfast on deck as the Mövenpick Royal Lily Egypt Nile cruise sails from Luxor to Aswan towards the Temple of Kom Ombo, enjoying stunning views of the modern Aswan Bridge and the tranquil Nile countryside. Then, your Egypt day trip guide will guide you to the intriguing
Kom Ombo Temple:
Visit this peculiar Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to Horus and Sobek, the crocodile god. an essential experience during your Cairo and Nile Cruise honeymoon.
After returning to your boat, you will eat lunch as the ship makes its way to
Dedicated to the god Horus, the Edfu Temple is one of the best-preserved in Egypt, featuring a great pylon and elaborate carvings.
After arrival, you will visit the fantastic Temple of Horus, which is dedicated to the falcon-headed god and considered one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Afternoon tea is then served on the upper deck while cruising on towards Luxor and through the Esna Lock, a wonderful opportunity to see and photograph some local life.
This day is a key highlight of your 4-day luxury Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor onboard the Mövenpick Royal Lily, offering a chance to experience some of the best Egypt Nile cruise sites along the Nile River. This 5-star best Nile cruise in Egypt experience combines comfort, culture, and breathtaking views.
After sailing into Luxor, you will spend the night on the cruise and savor a delicious meal.
Overnight on Cruise
Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Savor the delicious breakfast as the Mövenpick Royal Lily luxury cruise egypt from Aswan to Luxor sails into the historic city of Luxor. You will spend the entire morning exploring the East Bank, where you will see the magnificent
Karnak Temple:
Wander through the vast Karnak Temple complex dedicated to the god Amun-Ra, marveling at the Hypostyle Hall—a forest of 134 towering columns—and the sacred lake.
Luxor Temple:
Admire the stunning Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, featuring grand colonnades and the Avenue of Sphinxes.
Your 4-day best Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor continues with an eventual return for a leisurely lunch followed by afternoon tea. For the rest of the day, use the time according to your own wishes, wandering around Luxor or relaxing on board, soaking up the fantastic views of this historic city.
Dinner is served on board and is to be the last overnight stay on the luxury Nile cruise Egypt.
Overnight on Cruise
Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
After enjoying breakfast aboard, get off the Mövenpick Royal Lily Nile cruise to tour the entire West Bank with a guide who takes guests to the world-renowned
Valley of the Kings:
On the list of the world’s most famous archaeological sites, the Valley of the Kings served as the ancient royal cemetery for New Kingdom pharaohs of Egypt, including the most well-known, Tutankhamun. With over sixty tombs—many richly decorated and carved deep into the rock with symbolic artwork, hieroglyphs, and secret chambers—this site was designed to guide pharaohs into the afterlife.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut:
One of the most beautiful and well-preserved ancient temples of Egypt, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Rwanda, is situated beautifully against the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahri. The mortuary of the female pharaoh temple was constructed to honor one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs. The terraces, statues, and relief carvings evoke wealth under her reign and dedication to the god Amun. As you go through the splendid temple with a guide, you will hear the story of Hatshepsut and how she came to power in a male-dominated realm, which continues to spellbind historians and visitors alike.
Colossi of Memnon:
For more than 3,000 years, the Colossi of Memnon have watched over the gateway to the long-lost mortuary temple of Amenhotep III on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor. Standing about 18 meters (60 feet) high, each statue is carved from a single block of sandstone.
After your Egypt tour, you will be taken back to your hotel to rest.
a perfect conclusion to this day of discovery along your luxury cruises to Egypt from Aswan to Luxor , 4-day adventure.
Meals: breakfast only.
5 Days/ 4 Nights
Your Luxor and Aswan Nile cruise trip begins with a warm greeting from an Egypt Day Trips tour guide at Luxor Airport or the train station. An experienced Egyptologist will then introduce you to an enigmatic experience guided by the itinerary of Luxor's East Bank: the grandeur of
Karnak Temple:
Wander through the vast Karnak Temple complex dedicated to the god Amun-Ra, marveling at the Hypostyle Hall—a forest of 134 towering columns—and the sacred lake.
Luxor Temple:
Admire the stunning Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II, featuring grand colonnades and the Avenue of Sphinxes.
Then, you will board a 5-star Nile cruise ship — the Mövenpick Royal Lily — and enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner before departing from Luxor to Aswan, where you will enjoy the sunset views along the Nile.
Optional: Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple.
Overnight on a cruise.
Meals: lunch & dinner.
Start the day with a hearty breakfast as your luxury Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan aboard the Mövenpick Royal Lily Nile cruise sails onward to the West Bank of Luxor, where history begins.
Valley of the Kings:
On the list of the world’s most famous archaeological sites, the Valley of the Kings served as the ancient royal cemetery for New Kingdom pharaohs of Egypt, including the most well-known, Tutankhamun. With over sixty tombs—many richly decorated and carved deep into the rock with symbolic artwork, hieroglyphs, and secret chambers—this site was designed to guide pharaohs into the afterlife.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut:
One of the most beautiful and well-preserved ancient temples of Egypt, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut Rwanda, is situated beautifully against the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahri. The mortuary of the female pharaoh temple was constructed to honor one of Egypt’s few female pharaohs. The terraces, statues, and relief carvings evoke wealth under her reign and dedication to the god Amun. As you go through the splendid temple with a guide, you will hear the story of Hatshepsut and how she came to power in a male-dominated realm, which continues to spellbind historians and visitors alike.
Colossi of Memnon:
For more than 3,000 years, the Colossi of Memnon have watched over the gateway to the long-lost mortuary temple of Amenhotep III on the west bank of the Nile near Luxor. Standing about 18 meters (60 feet) high, each statue is carved from a single block of sandstone.
Afterward, head back to the 5-star Luxor and Aswan Nile cruise and relax as it sails toward Edfu via the entrancing Esna Lock — a perfect opportunity to walk down memory lane and take stunning photos while observing life along the Nile. Enjoy a delectable dinner on board your luxury Nile cruise, Luxor and Aswan, as the boat prepares to dock at Esna.
Overnight on the cruise.
Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Have your breakfast aboard the Mövenpick Royal Lily Nile cruise, followed by a visit to the
Edfu Temple:
Dedicated to the god Horus, the Edfu Temple is one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, featuring a grand pylon and intricate carvings.
Kom Ombo Temple:
Visit this peculiar Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to Horus and Sobek, the crocodile god. an essential experience during your Cairo and Nile cruise honeymoon package.
After exploring Kom Ombo, return to the Mövenpick Royal Lily for dinner onboard while sailing towards Aswan. Enjoy stunning views passing under the Aswan Bridge and the illuminated Tombs of the Nobles by night.
Overnight on the 5-star Nile cruise.
Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner.
After breakfast aboard your Luxor and Aswan Nile cruise, the day turns adventurous in Aswan. Your Egyptologist guide will take you to three famous sites: the revered Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and beautifully located on an island;
Aswan High Dam:
Learn about this engineering marvel, the Aswan High Dam, which controls the Nile’s flow.
Unfinished Obelisk:
See the largest known ancient obelisk, the Unfinished Obelisk, abandoned in its quarry due to cracking.
Enjoy a delicious lunch on a 5-star Nile cruise in Egypt, followed by afternoon tea and free time to relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere of Aswan.
Overnight on the cruise.
Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner.
After going through breakfast, rather than disembarking from the Mövenpick Royal Lily Nile cruise and moving on to free time for the day, you'll explore Aswan at your own pace during your luxury Egypt cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Spending the time gazing at the lively Nubian markets or just relaxing and taking in the beauty of this city are two possible activities. Besides more than returning to Aswan, one should be marveled at by the huge statues of King Ramses II and be very elegant by the temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari. You will be left with life's memories as you spend the remainder of the day traveling to the Aswan airport or train station.
Optional: Take a private vehicle or a short flight with Egypt Air on one of the most suggested tours to the famous Abu Simbel Temples, a highlight of the best Nile River cruise packages from Luxor to Aswan.
Meals: breakfast only
What's Included
- 4 or 3 nights of accommodation on Nile cruises.
- Meet and assist upon arrival and departure.
- All transfers in a modern, private, air-conditioned vehicle.
- All Nile cruise excursions as mentioned in the Egypt Nile cruise itinerary.
- Entrance fees to all sites in and between Luxor and Aswan.
- English-speaking tour guide on board the Nile river cruise.
- One complimentary bottle of water per person per day.
- All transfers are by A-C vehicles with qualified drivers.
- All service charges and taxes.
What's Not Included
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any additional meals and drinks.
- All personal expenses like laundry etc.
- Tipping to the guide, driver, cruise crew, etc.
- Any optional tours & activities.
Schedule
Price Table
| # | 4Days / 3Nights | 5Days / 4Nights | 8Days / 7Nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single | US$ 600 | US$ 700 | US$ 800 |
| Double | US$ 900 | US$ 157 | US$ 254 |
| Triple | US$ 22 | US$ 245 | US$ 123 |
Price notes
Price Policy
- Our prices are listed in US Dollars per person, per trip. However, payments can be made in any other currency.
- Prices may change due to fluctuations in airport taxes, hotel rates, transportation fees, or government taxes.
- Please note that the prices are not valid during the Christmas, New Year, and Easter periods.
- The Egypt Nile cruise do not include travel insurance or visa fees.
Booking Confirmation:
- After booking, you will receive a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours.
- We offer a low down payment of just 25% to secure your tour and travel arrangements, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, and domestic flights. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your trip or in cash upon arrival to your tour manager, making your booking risk-free.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations made 30 days or more before the tour starts: 10% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations made 20-29 days before the tour starts: 25% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations made 15-19 days before the tour starts: 50% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations made 11-14 days before the tour starts: 75% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations made less than 10 days before the tour starts: No refund.
Children’s Policy:
- Children under 2 years: Free
- Children aged 2 to 6 years: 25% of the adult price
- Children aged 6 to 11 years: 50% of the adult price
- Children 12 years and older: Full adult price
Notes:
- The children’s policy applies only to children sharing a room with their parents (maximum of one child per room).
- If your tour includes flights, additional charges may apply for children.
Please note that certain personal expenses are not included in our packages. These may include food tours, alcoholic beverages, gratuities, visa fees, entertainment costs, and any services not explicitly mentioned in your itinerary.
Additional costs you should be aware of:
- Visa and Passport Fees: Check your visa requirements and passport validity before traveling.
- Extra Transportation Costs: Any additional transportation needs beyond what is provided in the package.
- Tips for Your Guide and Driver: While tips are not included in the tour price, it is customary to offer your guide and driver a gratuity at the end of the trip.
- Unforeseen Costs: In unexpected situations, such as inclement weather, flight cancellations, or delays, travelers are responsible for extra expenses such as additional hotel nights or meals.
Optional Visits and Entrance Fees:
- Please note that our tours do not cover entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as the interior of the Pyramids, the Mummies Room in the Egyptian Museum, or the tomb of Tutankhamun in Luxor’s Valley of the Kings. However, these visits can be added to your itinerary as optional excursions.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely at the traveler’s discretion. While it is not mandatory, tips are an important way to show appreciation for the hard work of the local staff and guides who make your experience memorable.
Here are some general guidelines for tipping:
- Tour Guide: $10 - $20 per day
- Driver: $5 - $10 per day
- Nile Cruise Crew: $20 - $30 per person for the duration of the cruise (for the entire crew)
These amounts are just recommendations and can be adjusted based on your satisfaction with the service provided. Tipping is an important cultural gesture in Egypt, and even a small amount can go a long way in showing gratitude for excellent service.
To ensure a smooth and comfortable journey throughout Egypt, we suggest you pack the following items:
- Valid Passport (at least 6 months): Double-check that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned arrival date in Egypt, as this is often a requirement for entry.
- Sun Protection: Given Egypt’s sunny climate, we recommend packing high-SPF sunscreen and lip balm with sun protection to shield your skin from the intense sun.
- UV-Blocking Sunglasses: Protect your eyes from UV rays and reduce glare while sightseeing, especially when exploring outdoor sites like the Pyramids.
- Hand Sanitizer: Hygiene is important, particularly when handwashing isn’t always accessible, so be sure to bring a small bottle of hand sanitizer.
- Reusable Water Bottle: Staying hydrated is key, particularly in the heat. A refillable water bottle will help you stay refreshed while reducing plastic waste.
- Insect Repellent: Particularly useful when visiting sites surrounded by nature, insect repellent will keep pesky bugs at bay and protect you from bites.
- Appropriate Clothing for the Season:
- Winter: If traveling during the cooler months, pack a warm jacket, sweater, and thermal layers.
- Summer: Lightweight, breathable cotton clothes are ideal for staying cool in the hot weather.
- Wide-Brimmed Hat: A hat provides shade and helps protect your face and neck from direct sun exposure.
- Travel Adapter: Different countries have varying plug types, so bring a universal travel adapter to keep your electronics charged.
- Camera or Smartphone: Capture stunning memories from your trip with a camera or your phone. Egypt’s ancient sites are perfect for photos!
- Compact Umbrella: Though Egypt is mostly dry, a small umbrella can be handy during the rare rain showers, especially if you're traveling during the transitional months.
- Comfortable Shoes: You’ll likely be doing a lot of walking during your sightseeing, so pack sturdy and comfortable shoes suitable for exploring archaeological sites and urban areas.
- Medications: If you take prescription medication, ensure you have an adequate supply for the duration of your trip. Also, carry any over-the-counter medications you may need for common issues like headaches or stomach discomfort.
All You Need to Know Before You Go
Got Questions? Find answers to all your questions about traveling to Egypt. We have everything you need for smooth and remarkable tours in Egypt, from visas and safety advice to the ideal time to go and the must-see attractions.
How long is the Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan?
A typical Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan lasts about 4 to 5 days. This duration allows you to explore key temples like the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae while cruising along the river.
Is it better to sail Aswan to Luxor or Luxor to Aswan?
Most cruises sail from Luxor to Aswan, and this is generally considered the best direction. This is due to the current of the Nile; it’s easier for ships to travel downstream. Plus, Luxor has more major sites, so starting there gives you the chance to build up to the stunning temples and monuments of Aswan. However, the reverse route offers the advantage of a quieter Aswan and a relaxed ending to the journey.
What is the best month for a Nile cruise?
The best months for a Nile cruise are typically between October and April. During this period, the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing (average temperatures range from 20°C to 25°C/68°F to 77°F). December to February can be particularly busy due to holiday travel, but it’s also the most pleasant time weather-wise.
How much is a Nile cruise in Egypt?
The price of a Nile cruise can vary widely, depending on the type of cruise, length, and season. For budget options, prices can start around $100–150 per person per night. Mid-range cruises typically range from $200 to $500 per night, and luxury cruises can go from $600 to $1,000+ per person per night. Keep in mind that many cruises include excursions, meals, and entertainment, which can add value to the overall experience.
Is a Nile cruise in Egypt worth it?
Yes, a Nile cruise is often considered one of the best ways to experience Egypt’s rich history and culture. It offers a relaxing way to explore multiple ancient sites along the river, including temples, tombs, and monuments that are otherwise difficult to visit in a short time. Additionally, the scenery along the Nile is stunning, and the experience of cruising itself is very unique. However, it might not be for everyone if you're looking for more adventurous or active experiences, as the cruise is generally leisurely.
What is the best cruise ship in Egypt?
While the “best” cruise ship can be subjective, the Oberoi Philae is often heralded as one of the finest Nile cruise ships. Known for its luxury, exceptional service, and spacious suites, it offers an intimate and elegant cruising experience. The ship’s amenities, including a spa, pool, and gourmet dining, are top-notch, making it a favorite among travelers seeking a high-end Nile cruise.