Iberotel Crown Empress Nile Cruise

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Overview

Step aboard the Iberotel Crown Empress Nile Cruise for an extraordinary voyage through Egypt’s ancient wonders. This 5-star deluxe vessel combines modern luxury with traditional elegance as it sails between Luxor and Aswan. Featuring 117 beautifully appointed cabins, panoramic windows, a spacious sun deck, swimming pool, sauna, and gourmet dining, the cruise offers an exceptional experience of comfort and discovery along the Nile River.

Included

Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
Accommodation on board the Iberotel Crown Empress Nile Cruise on a full-board basis
Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
All sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
Bottled water provided during excursions
All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All service charges and applicable taxes

Excluded

Optional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Tipping

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Day 1: Luxor Arrival – Temples of the East Bank

Begin your Nile adventure as you board the Iberotel Crown Empress before lunch. After settling into your cabin, set out to explore Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, a vast open-air museum of ancient architecture and inscriptions. Continue to Luxor Temple, adorned with colossal statues of Ramses II and remnants of a mosque that highlight its continuous use through the ages. Return to the ship for dinner and a relaxing evening onboard.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard in Luxor
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Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Royal Tombs and Eternal Temples

After breakfast, cross the Nile to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the richly decorated tombs of New Kingdom pharaohs. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the ship for lunch. The cruise then sails toward Esna, where you will experience passing through the Esna Lock, a unique highlight of the journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard
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Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo – Guardians of the Nile

Start your morning in Edfu with a horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Explore its towering pylons and detailed reliefs depicting mythological scenes. Return to the ship for lunch as you sail south to Kom Ombo. Visit the distinctive double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, and explore the nearby Crocodile Museum displaying mummified reptiles and ancient artifacts. Continue sailing toward Aswan for the final leg of your cruise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard
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Day 4: Aswan Exploration – Where Ancient Meets Modern

After breakfast, begin your Aswan sightseeing with a visit to the impressive High Dam, a symbol of modern Egypt’s progress. Take a short boat ride to the Temple of Philae, a beautiful island sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis. Conclude with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous monument that reveals the techniques of ancient stone carving. Return to the ship for lunch and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Optional excursions such as a Nubian Village visit or a felucca ride can be arranged.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard in Aswan
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Day 5: Farewell from Aswan – Optional Abu Simbel Excursion

After breakfast, disembark from the cruise. You may choose an optional early morning trip to the Abu Simbel Temples, built by Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. These monumental rock-cut temples are renowned for their grandeur and solar alignment. Whether you depart directly or join the optional tour, your journey aboard the Iberotel Crown Empress concludes with cherished memories of Egypt’s eternal beauty.

Meals: Breakfast

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