Movenpick MS Sun Ray Cruise

Welcome to Aswan! Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer directly to the Mövenpick MS Sun Ray Cruise [source: 0.1.10]. Check into your luxury room and enjoy a fresh lunch onboard [source: 0.1.10]. In the afternoon, visit the famous Aswan High Dam, a great engineering monument [source: 0.1.10]. Next, take a short boat ride to explore the beautiful island Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis [source: 0.1.10]. Return to the ship for dinner and spend the night docked in Aswan [source: 0.1.10].

The cruise ship sets sail northwards early in the morning [source: 0.1.10]. Enjoy breakfast onboard while watching the beautiful Nile scenery [source: 0.1.10]. First, visit the unique riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, split between the two gods Sobek and Horus, and see the nearby Crocodile Museum [source: 0.1.10]. Return to the ship for lunch while sailing to Edfu [source: 0.1.10]. Upon arrival, take a traditional horse carriage ride to explore the well-preserved Temple of Edfu [source: 0.1.10]. Enjoy dinner onboard while crossing the Esna Lock toward Luxor [source: 0.1.10].

Enjoy breakfast onboard before starting your historical tour in Luxor [source: 0.1.10]. Cross to the West Bank to visit the world-famous royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings [source: 0.1.10]. Next, explore the grand terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and stop for photos at the giant Colossi of Memnon statues [source: 0.1.10]. In the afternoon, tour the East Bank to explore the massive columns of the Karnak Temple Complex and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at sunset [source: 0.1.10]. Enjoy a traditional theme evening and dinner onboard [source: 0.1.10].

Savor your final breakfast onboard the Mövenpick cruise ship while looking out over the timely Nile landscapes [source: 0.1.10]. At 08:00 AM, smoothly check out and disembark from the ship [source: 0.1.10]. Our private vehicle will provide a comfortable complimentary transfer directly to the Luxor airport or train hub for your smooth journey home [source: 0.1.10].

Welcome to historic Luxor! Your premium river holiday begins with a private transfer directly to the Mövenpick MS Sun Ray [source: 0.1.10]. Check into your stateroom and enjoy a fresh lunch on board [source: 0.1.10]. In the afternoon, head out to explore the historic monuments of the East Bank [source: 0.1.10]. Walk through the grand Karnak Temple Complex and see the colossal Hypostyle Hall [source: 0.1.10]. In the evening, visit the beautiful Luxor Temple, lit under the stars, before a sophisticated welcome dinner onboard [source: 0.1.10].

Enjoy a delicious breakfast before crossing the river to explore the famous West Bank [source: 0.1.10]. Your tour guide will lead you into the hidden tombs of the Valley of the Kings [source: 0.1.10]. Next, explore the majestic terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and pause to photograph the iconic twin Colossi of Memnon statues [source: 0.1.10]. In the afternoon, return to the cruise ship and relax on the sundeck as we navigate through the Esna Lock toward Edfu [source: 0.1.10].

This morning, take a traditional horse carriage ride through Edfu to visit the towering Temple of Horus, the most complete ancient temple in Egypt [source: 0.1.10]. Return to the ship for lunch while cruising along the river bends toward Kom Ombo [source: 0.1.10]. In the late afternoon, step ashore to examine the double reliefs at Kom Ombo Temple, discovering the unique dual history of Sobek and Horus [source: 0.1.10]. Enjoy a traditional themed evening party and a fine dinner as we sail toward Aswan [source: 0.1.10].

Wake up to the spectacular landscape of Aswan [source: 0.1.10]. After a fresh breakfast, visit the monumental Aswan High Dam, a true landmark of modern engineering [source: 0.1.10]. Next, board a local boat to explore the breathtaking island Temple of Philae, which was saved from rising waters [source: 0.1.10]. In the afternoon, experience the complete tranquility of the Nile on a traditional wooden Felucca sailboat around Elephantine Island before your final grand farewell dinner onboard [source: 0.1.10].

Savor your final breakfast looking out over the timeless Nile landscapes through the ship’s windows [source: 0.1.10]. Reflect on five days of premium 5-star hospitality and wonderful discoveries [source: 0.1.10]. At 08:00 AM, check out and disembark from the cruise ship [source: 0.1.10]. Our private team will handle your luggage and provide a comfortable complimentary transfer directly to Aswan’s airport or train station for your journey home [source: 0.1.10].