Odyssey on the Nile: Follow the Wind and Visit Legendary Sites on an Immersive Cruise (port-to-port cruise)

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Discover Egypt in a different manner on an exclusive journey combining luxury and history. You'll begin your adventure at the sumptuous Winter Palace Luxor—made famous by Agatha Christie and Howard Carter—a veritable castle tucked in between Egyptian treasures. Then follow the winds on an unforgettable cruise to discover the Nile on board an elegant dahabeah—...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS A serene, timeless journey aboard a dahabeah
    • Immerse yourselves in the authenticity and depth of Egyptian culture
    • Spend the night in exceptional hotels at the Winter Palace Luxor and the Old Cataract Aswan— charming venues steeped in history
    • Exceptional UNESCO World Heritage Sites
    • The Valley of the Kings and the tomb of Seti I
    • The Abu Simbel archaeological site and its colossal, rock-cut ancient temples(1)
    • The Monastery of Saint Simon, a journey back in time through Coptic monastic traditions
    • Hidden gems in the Nile Valley and surprising ports of call
    • The city of El Kaab, an authentic immersion in Egypt's thousand-year history
    • Gebel Silsileh and the little-known temple of Horemheb, the narrowest point on the Nile

What's this trip about?

    Discover Egypt in a different manner on an exclusive journey combining luxury and history. You'll begin your adventure at the sumptuous Winter Palace Luxor—made famous by Agatha Christie and Howard Carter—a veritable castle tucked in between Egyptian treasures. Then follow the winds on an unforgettable cruise to discover the Nile on board an elegant dahabeah—a 19th-century sailboat where each element of decor has been chosen with care from around the world. Our attentive crew will welcome you before you settle into your tastefully outfitted, but practical, cabin. Admire the scenery as you relax under the unfurled sails topside. The cradle of all civilizations—ancient Egypt—has fascinated humankind forever. From the beginning of time, adventurers, diplomats, writers, and painters have all drawn inspiration from the fertile banks of the Nile. From Luxor to Aswan, the Nile snakes its way through valleys lined with majestic temples, necropolises, pyramids, and lively villages. Your vacation will wrap in style at the luxurious Old Cataract Aswan, where colonial elegance rubs shoulders with the magic of the Nile. An unforgettable experience is on the horizon!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityStrasbourg
End CityStrasbourg

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • transfers airport/hotel/airport - double-occupancy accommodations at the Winter Palace from Day 1 to Day 3 - breakfasts on Day 2 and Day 3 - lunch on Day 2 - dinner on Day 3 - your cruise in the cabin category of your choice - all meals during cruise - double-occupancy accommodations at the Old Cataract with full board from Day 8 to Day 10 - visits and excursions mentioned in the program - English-speaking tour guides for all visits - services provided by our CroisiEurope cruise director - drinks during all meals (mineral water + soft drink + tea + Turkish coffee + 1 beer* (at lunch) or 1 glass of wine* (at dinner)) - emergency/repatriation insurance - Egyptian visa - tips - all port fees.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 LUXOR

We’ll greet you at the airport and transfer you to the legendary five-star Winter Palace Hotel—a mysterious, elegant scene in times past. Built to accommodate European travelers attracted to Egypt's archaeological wonders, the hotel is now a living monument to the cou...

Day 1 LUXOR

We’ll greet you at the airport and transfer you to the legendary five-star Winter Palace Hotel—a mysterious, elegant scene in times past. You'll settle into your room and spend the night at the hotel.

Day 2 LUXOR

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting out on a full-day excursion to visit the Valley of the Kings and its archaeological site listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known worldwide as the final resting place for many great pharaohs, the valley contains approxi...

Day 2 LUXOR

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting out on a full-day excursion to visit the Valley of the Kings.We’ll enjoy lunch in a restaurant.Spend your afternoon at the Winter Palace and experience luxury and relaxation surrounded by historical Egyptian elegance.We'll h...

Day 3 LUXOR - EL HEGZ

This morning's included excursion is a visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest and most important in the world. Each structure, each column, and each relief recounts one part of the rich and complex history of extraordinary ancient Egypt. As a religious...

Day 3 LUXOR - EL HEGZ

This morning's included excursion is a visit to the Karnak Temple Complex.The crew will welcome you on board with a refreshing hot towel perfumed with rose water and a glass of cold hibiscus tea—known as karkade—or fresh-pressed lemonade. You'll settle comfortably in ...

Day 4 EL HEGZ - ELKAB - FAWAZA

We'll enjoy a short cruise to Elkab. The sun will begin to peek over the horizon, and the Nile will wake up slowly as the dahabeah slips silently along the water. On deck, the first warm rays begin to reheat the fresh morning air. Sit back in total comfort with a cup ...

Day 4 EL HEGZ - ELKAB - FAWAZA

We'll enjoy a short cruise to Elkab.Included excursion: Visit Elkab.We'll enjoy a barbecue on the island of Fawaza this evening. We’ll spend the night on board.

Day 5 BASSAW - GEBEL SILSILEH - BESHIR

We'll cruise to Bassaw.In the morning, we'll take a walk through the charming Nubian village of Bassaw, known for its colorful homes, small sandy streets, and warm hospitality. You'll have a chance to try your hand at traditional techniques with local fishermen in the...

Day 5 BASSAW - GEBEL SILSILEH - BESHIR

We'll cruise to Bassaw.In the morning, we'll take a walk through the charming Nubian village of Bassaw.We'll cruise towards Gebel Silsileh.Afternoon included excursion: Gebel Silsileh and the Temple of Horemheb.We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.

Day 6 BESHIR - KOM OMBO - HERDIAB

We'll cruise to Kom Ombo. This morning, the included excursion is a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek (the crocodile god) and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). By the late 1800s, much of the temple had been either destroyed by earthquakes, the wat...

Day 6 BESHIR - KOM OMBO - HERDIAB

We'll cruise to Kom Ombo. This morning, the included excursion is a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo.This afternoon, enjoy a walk through Herdiab.

Day 7 HERDIAB - ASWAN

You'll have the possibility of swimming at Herdiab Beach this morning.The ship will begin to cruise to Aswan.In the afternoon, join us for an included excursion to the Philae Temple Complex. After the dam was finished in 1902, the temple complex was partially submerge...

Day 7 HERDIAB - ASWAN

You'll have the possibility of swimming at Herdiab Beach this morning.The ship will begin to cruise to Aswan.In the afternoon, join us for an included excursion to the Philae Temple Complex.Tonight will be our farewell dinner.

Day 8 ASWAN

Disembarkation.Included excursions in the morning:Abu Simbel.(1) Discovering these amazing rock temples is one of the highlights of any trip to Egypt. Located about 168 miles southwest of Aswan (270 km and three hours’ driving time), the Abu Simbel site is in the hear...

Day 8 ASWAN

Disembarkation.Included excursions in the morning:Abu Simbel.(1) Discovering these amazing rock temples is one of the highlights of any trip to Egypt.ORVisit the Monastery of Saint Simon, nestled on the west bank of the Nile.We’ll enjoy lunch in the restaurant at the Old Cataract Hotel. You'll have the afternoon to discover Aswan on your own.You'll have dinner at the hotel.

Day 9 ASWAN

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. In the morning, join us for an included excursion to the Nubian Museum. When the Aswan Dam was built in 1970 and Lake Nasser subsequently flooded the inhabited areas, UNESCO and the Egyptian government agreed to build the Nubian ...

Day 9 ASWAN

Breakfast will be served at the hotel. In the morning, join us for an included excursion to the Nubian Museum.Lunch will be served at the hotel.In the afternoon, enjoy a lovely sail on a felucca.You'll have dinner and spend the night at the hotel.

Day 10 ASWAN

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel (or as takeaway in case of an early morning departure). Transfer to the airport. End of our services.

Day 10 ASWAN

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel (or as takeaway in case of an early morning departure). Transfer to the airport. End of our services.

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Price per day$915
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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What's excluded

    • Transport - cancellation and baggage insurance - dinner on Day 1.

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Passport valid 6 months after departure required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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