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Mayflower Nile Cruise

Step aboard the Mayflower Nile Cruise and indulge in a voyage of elegance and tranquility along the timeless Nile River. The vessel features 54 tastefully designed cabins, including 18 luxurious suites and 8 Executive cabins, each equipped with a private bathroom featuring a bathtub and shower, satellite television, international phone, electronic safe, mini-fridge, coffee maker, high-speed internet, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Guests in Royal, Presidential, or Executive accommodations enjoy exclusive privileges such as a daily replenished minibar and unlimited soft and alcoh

  • Duration4 days / 3 nights
  • Type5-Star
Mayflower Nile Cruise

Overview

Step aboard the Mayflower Nile Cruise and indulge in a voyage of elegance and tranquility along the timeless Nile River. The vessel features 54 tastefully designed cabins, including 18 luxurious suites and 8 Executive cabins, each equipped with a private bathroom featuring a bathtub and shower, satellite television, international phone, electronic safe, mini-fridge, coffee maker, high-speed internet, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Guests in Royal, Presidential, or Executive accommodations enjoy exclusive privileges such as a daily replenished minibar and unlimited soft and alcoholic beverages in the sophisticated Bar Lounge. Select Executive and Deluxe cabins with queen beds also offer private verandas overlooking the Nile’s serene waters. Every deck of the Mayflower Cruise blends comfort and sophistication, creating the perfect setting for exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders.

Highlights

  • Sails Aswan to Luxor, or Luxor back down to Aswan
  • Kom Ombo and Edfu temples on the days in between
  • Luxor's West Bank explored, with an evening of entertainment after
  • East Bank sights fall on the Luxor embarkation day
  • Aswan landmarks rounded off with a cultural evening

Itinerary

  1. 1Arrival in Aswan & First Discoveries

    Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be greeted by a representative who will escort you to board the elegant Mayflower Cruise before noon. After settling in, enjoy a delicious lunch on board. In the afternoon, begin your exploration with a visit to the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering marvel. Continue by motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis. End the day at the ancient granite quarries to view the Unfinished Obelisk, an extraordinary monument left incomplete. Return to the cruise for dinner and spend the evening relaxing or exploring Aswan at your leisure. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Aswan

  2. 2Temples of Kom Ombo & Edfu

    Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Edfu while savoring lunch on the sundeck and admiring the Nile’s scenic beauty. In the afternoon, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. As evening falls, the ship continues toward Luxor via Esna. Afternoon tea is served on deck, followed by a cocktail reception and a lively Galabeya Party after dinner. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard en route to Luxor

  3. 3West Bank Splendor & Evening Revelry

    After breakfast, disembark to explore Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were laid to rest in magnificent tombs, then continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el‑Bahari. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the ship for lunch. In the afternoon, cross to the East Bank to visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex and the graceful Luxor Temple. Dinner is served on board, followed by an evening of entertainment featuring traditional music and dance. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Luxor

  4. 4Farewell from Luxor

    Enjoy your final breakfast on board before disembarking in Luxor. You will then be transferred to your next destination, marking the end of your memorable Nile journey. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: —

  5. 1Embarkation & East Bank Wonders

    Board the Mayflower Cruise in Luxor before lunch and settle into your comfortable cabin. After lunch, embark on a guided tour to the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and the elegant Luxor Temple. Return to the ship for dinner and evening entertainment. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Luxor

  6. 2West Bank Exploration & Sailing to Edfu

    After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return for lunch as the cruise begins its journey toward Edfu. Enjoy afternoon tea and a cocktail party before dinner as the ship passes through Esna Lock under the night sky. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard en route to Edfu

  7. 3Temples of Edfu & Kom Ombo

    Start the day with breakfast, then visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most complete temples in Egypt. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo while lunch is served. Explore the dual temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, and visit the nearby crocodile museum. Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy a festive Galabeya Party as the cruise continues to Aswan. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard en route to Aswan

  8. 4Aswan Landmarks & Cultural Evening

    Begin your day with breakfast as the cruise docks in Aswan. Visit the High Dam, a symbol of Egypt’s modern achievements, followed by a boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries, offering insight into ancient craftsmanship. Return to the ship for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing on the sundeck or joining an optional excursion to a Nubian village. Enjoy dinner on board and a peaceful evening on the Nile. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Aswan

  9. 5Disembark & Warm Farewell

    After breakfast, disembark from the Mayflower Cruise. You will be transferred to your next destination, concluding your unforgettable Nile adventure. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: —

What’s included

  • Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
  • Accommodation on board the Mayflower 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 during excursions
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • All service charges and taxes

Not included

  • Optional excursions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping

How booking works

  1. Send your dates

    Use the enquiry form with your travel dates and how many people are coming. Nothing is charged and nothing is held at this point.

  2. We reply with a plan

    You get a written itinerary and a full price back — what is included, what is not, and what the alternatives are if a date or a hotel does not work.

  3. You change what you want

    Go back and forth as many times as you need. The itinerary is not fixed until you say it is.

  4. Confirm and travel

    Once the plan is right, we confirm the bookings and send you the final documents with your guide and driver details.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Mayflower Nile Cruise?

4 days and 3 nights in total, counted from your arrival day to your departure day.

Is there a day-by-day itinerary?

Yes — 9 days are written out above, with what you see and where you sleep on each one. Every day can be changed before you book.

How much does Mayflower Nile Cruise cost?

It starts at $1,049 per person. The final price depends on your dates, your group size and the hotel level you choose, so we quote it for your specific trip rather than selling a fixed package.

What is included in the price?

8 things are included, listed in full above. In short: meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station; accommodation on board the mayflower cruise on a full-board basis; professional tour guide fluent in english, portuguese, german, or spanish; all sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions, and more.

What is not included?

The exclusions are listed above in full. The main ones are optional excursions; personal expenses; tipping. Ask us before you book if you want any of them added — most of them can be.

Can this trip be changed?

Yes. Nothing on this page is fixed. Days can be added or dropped, sites swapped, hotels moved up or down, and the whole route rebuilt around what you actually want to see.

What to pack

Clothing

  • Loose cotton or linen — it is hot in the sun and cold on the water after dark
  • A light long-sleeved layer for evenings and for sun cover at open sites
  • Shoulders and knees covered for mosques and churches; a scarf for women at mosques
  • One warm layer between November and February — desert nights drop sharply

Feet

  • Closed walking shoes you have already broken in — temple ground is uneven stone and sand
  • Sandals or slip-ons for the boat and the hotel

Sun and heat

  • A wide-brimmed hat — there is almost no shade at Giza, Karnak or Abu Simbel
  • High-factor sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
  • Sunglasses
  • A refillable water bottle

Practical

  • A universal adapter — Egypt uses European two-pin type C and F sockets at 220V
  • Any medication you take, in its original packaging
  • Small notes in local currency for tips and small purchases
  • A power bank — you will be off a socket for most of each day

Gallery

The Temple of Horus at Edfu — view 7The Temple of Kom Ombo — view 8Valley of the Kings — view 2Luxor Temple — view 3The Nile River — view 4

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