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Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise

Embark on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise and immerse yourself in a refined journey along the legendary Nile River. This 5-star deluxe vessel offers 72 stylish double cabins, 2 single cabins, and 2 luxurious suites, each featuring panoramic sliding windows and modern amenities. The suites include private balconies with seating areas, providing breathtaking river views. Onboard, guests can enjoy world-class service, a variety of dining options serving both international and local cuisine, a sun deck with a swimming pool, a spa, and a fitness area. Whether you’re admiring the sunset from th

  • Duration4 days / 3 nights
  • Type5-Star
Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise

Overview

Embark on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise and immerse yourself in a refined journey along the legendary Nile River. This 5-star deluxe vessel offers 72 stylish double cabins, 2 single cabins, and 2 luxurious suites, each featuring panoramic sliding windows and modern amenities. The suites include private balconies with seating areas, providing breathtaking river views. Onboard, guests can enjoy world-class service, a variety of dining options serving both international and local cuisine, a sun deck with a swimming pool, a spa, and a fitness area. Whether you’re admiring the sunset from the deck or exploring ancient temples between Luxor and Aswan, this cruise promises a perfect blend of relaxation and cultural discovery.

Highlights

  • Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut's temple on the West Bank
  • Karnak and Luxor temples covered on the East Bank
  • Kom Ombo and Edfu reached as the ship works upriver
  • Philae Temple, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk at Aswan
  • Abu Simbel offered as an optional excursion

Itinerary

  1. 1Arrival in Aswan – Discovering Ancient Wonders

    Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be greeted by a representative and transferred in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your floating hotel, the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise. After check-in before noon, enjoy a delicious lunch on board. In the afternoon, begin your exploration with a visit to the High Dam, a modern marvel of engineering that transformed Egypt’s irrigation system. Continue by motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Conclude the day with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk, an immense monument left in the granite quarries, offering insight into ancient stone-carving techniques. Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight in Aswan. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Aswan

  2. 2Kom Ombo and Edfu – Temples of the Nile

    After breakfast, sail to Kom Ombo to explore its unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Its symmetrical design and riverside location make it one of Egypt’s most picturesque temples. Continue sailing toward Edfu while enjoying lunch on the sun deck. Upon arrival, take a horse-drawn carriage through the town to reach the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved sanctuaries, renowned for its towering pylons and intricate reliefs. Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy an evening of traditional Egyptian entertainment. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard while sailing to Luxor

  3. 3Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut’s Temple

    Begin the day with breakfast on board, then cross to the West Bank of Luxor to explore the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a magnificent structure carved into the cliffs, honoring Egypt’s most successful female ruler. End the morning at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded the entrance to Amenhotep III’s temple. Return to the cruise for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing before dinner and overnight in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Luxor

  4. 4Luxor East Bank – Karnak and Luxor Temples

    After breakfast, disembark from the cruise and begin your guided tour of Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the grand Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built, featuring colossal columns, obelisks, and a sacred lake. Continue to Luxor Temple, a graceful monument aligned with the Nile, expanded by successive pharaohs and later incorporating a mosque and Roman chapel. After the tour, transfer to your next destination in Luxor. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Not included

  5. 1Arrival in Luxor – Exploring the East Bank

    Begin your 5-day journey with a warm welcome aboard the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise. After settling into your cabin and enjoying lunch, visit the East Bank of Luxor. Explore the vast Karnak Temple Complex, with its grand pylons, sphinx-lined avenues, and the Hypostyle Hall of 134 towering columns. Continue to Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the ancient Sphinx Avenue and adorned with colossal statues of Ramses II. Return to the cruise for afternoon tea, dinner, and overnight in Luxor. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Luxor

  6. 2Luxor West Bank – Temples and Tombs | Sail to Esna

    After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, where generations of pharaohs were buried in richly decorated tombs. Optional entry to the tombs of Tutankhamun or Seti I is available. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture, and then see the Colossi of Memnon. Return for lunch as the cruise sails to Esna, passing through the Esna Lock before continuing toward Edfu. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard while sailing to Edfu

  7. 3Edfu and Kom Ombo – Sacred Temples of the Nile

    After breakfast, take a carriage ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s most complete ancient temples, dedicated to the falcon god. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo to visit its unique double temple shared by Sobek and Horus the Elder. Nearby, explore the Crocodile Mummification Museum, displaying preserved reptiles once revered by the ancients. Dinner and overnight onboard as you sail to Aswan. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard while sailing to Aswan

  8. 4Aswan – Philae Temple, High Dam & Unfinished Obelisk

    After breakfast, begin your Aswan sightseeing with a visit to the High Dam, offering panoramic views of Lake Nasser. Continue by motorboat to Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island. End the morning at the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous monument left in the granite quarries, showcasing ancient craftsmanship. After lunch, enjoy free time or join an optional felucca ride around Elephantine Island. Dinner and overnight in Aswan. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard in Aswan

  9. 5Farewell & Optional Abu Simbel Excursion

    Enjoy your final breakfast on board before disembarking. For those seeking an extended adventure, an optional trip to Abu Simbel is available. Travel by car or flight (extra cost) to witness the monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, relocated to protect them from flooding. Their colossal statues and precise solar alignment make for an unforgettable finale to your Nile journey. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Not included

What’s included

  • Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
  • Accommodation on board the Steigenberger Legacy 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

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 Steigenberger Legacy 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 Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise cost?

It starts at $749 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 steigenberger legacy 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, 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 8The Temple of Kom Ombo — view 2The Nile River — view 3Valley of the Kings — view 4The Temple of Hatshepsut — view 5

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