05 Days Aswan and Luxor nile river cruise - Alyssa Nile Cruise (Every Thursday)

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Duration

5 Days

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Tour Type

Group Tour

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Every Thursday

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Overview

Discover the eternal magic of the Nile with Deluxe Tours Egypt aboard the M/Y Alyssa. Unlike standard cruise ships, the Alyssa is a floating gallery of bespoke elegance. With its Swiss-inspired design, custom-made furniture, and the unparalleled Panoramic Wellness Center, this 5-day itinerary offers a sophisticated, intimate escape. Departing every Thursday from Luxor, this voyage is meticulously crafted for the traveler who seeks a perfect balance of ancient history and private, modern luxury.

Include / Exclude

  • Accommodation: 05 days - 04 nights’ accommodation on board the Nile cruise on a Full Board (FB) basis.
  • Private Guided Discovery: Led by expert English-speaking Egyptologists, our excursions are limited to small groups (1–8 guests) for an unrushed and deep dive into history.
  • Seamless Logistics: We handle all entrance fees, service charges, and taxes. Enjoy private, modern air-conditioned vehicle transfers.
  • V.I.P. Comfort: Complimentary pickup and drop-off from airports, train stations, or East Bank hotels. Enjoy daily bottled water and the refined attention of our dedicated personnel.
  • Culinary & Leisure: Indulge in our exquisite dining, afternoon tea & cake service, and enjoy evening entertainment in a setting that feels like a private club.
  • Beverages: Any extra meals or drinks not specified in the Full Board plan.
  • Gratuities: Customary tips for your guide, driver, and the onboard crew.
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, international calls, and boutique purchases.
  • Optional Tours: Any activities outside the planned itinerary (e.g., Abu Simbel).
  • West Bank Pickups: Transfers from West Bank hotels or islands (Gharb Sohail/Elephantine) are arranged on the East Bank.

Itineraries

Your luxury voyage begins with a warm, traditional welcome upon embarkation in Luxor before lunch. Settle into your bespoke cabin, surrounded by the high-quality craftsmanship that defines this vessel. In the afternoon, join your Deluxe Tours Egypt guide to explore the Karnak Temple Complex, a vast religious landscape featuring the legendary Hypostyle Hall and its 134 towering columns. As the afternoon light softens, visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, once the center of divine rejuvenation. Return to Alyssa for tea time and a gourmet dinner as you spend your first night in the "City of a Hundred Gates." 

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

 

For the ultimate experience, start your morning with an Optional Hot Air Balloon ride to watch the sunrise over the Theban Necropolis. Following breakfast, Deluxe Tours Egypt leads you to the Luxor West Bank. Descend into the Valley of the Kings to explore three royal tombs adorned with vibrant ancient art, followed by the architectural marvel of the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the towering Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, enjoy lunch on board as the M/Y Alyssa sails south. Witness the fascinating passage through the Esna Lock from the comfort of the sun deck before continuing toward Edfu. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Awaken for a nostalgic horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the most complete and best-preserved temple in Egypt. After exploring its grand pylon and sacred chambers, return to the ship for a scenic lunch while sailing toward Kom Ombo.
In the afternoon, visit the rare Double Temple dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. Before dinner, visit the Crocodile Mummification Museum. Spend the evening enjoying Alyssa's sophisticated lounge or indulge in a panoramic sauna session in our Wellness Center. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Today is dedicated to the vibrant spirit of Aswan. Your Aswan Day Tour includes a visit to the High Dam, a modern engineering masterpiece, followed by a private motorboat trip to the magical Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. You will also witness the Unfinished Obelisk in its ancient granite quarry. In the afternoon, you may enjoy leisure time on board or choose an Optional Nubian Village Visit to immerse yourself in the vibrant colors and customs of the south. Spend your final night on board, perhaps enjoying evening entertainment under the stars. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Following your final breakfast and check-out, you have the opportunity for an Optional Abu Simbel Excursion. This world-famous UNESCO site features the colossal temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, an architectural marvel carved directly into a sandstone cliff. Whether you opt for this legendary excursion or a relaxed morning in Aswan, Deluxe Tours Egypt will ensure a smooth private transfer to Aswan Airport. 

Meals: Breakfast

 

Prices

Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip all the Year Except over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays.

0 to 1,99 years: FREE 2 Years Old and below 6 years: 25% of adult price 6 Years up to 11.99 years: 50% of adult price 12 and Up: Calculate as an adult price.

Notes:

Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 2 Child sharing parent's room some hotels Maximum 1 child sharing parents’ room) If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply. According to Booking Policy.

We are offering the minimum down payment of just 10% to secure your spaces on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel services. The remaining balance can be paid up to four days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your Representative.

In case you cancel your trip, the following of charges will be applied: From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 7% of the tour package price will be charged. Between 60 and 21 days before your arrival date, 20% of the entire tour Package price will be charged. Between 20 and 7 days before your arrival date, 40% of the package tour price will be charged. Between 6 and 1 days before your arrival date, 75% of the tour package price will be applied.

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