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Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise is a 5 star modern deluxe Nile cruise sailing between Luxor and Aswan, offering an ideal refuge for relaxation and providing a variety of entrainment and recreation on board. The Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise features 77 spacious cabins; 73 double cabins, 2 single cabins and 2 suites offering the highest standard of comfort. Double cabins are 19 sq.m., single cabins are 16 sq.m., and suites are 39 sq.m. In the comfortable suites and cabins, you can relax and enjoy the unique views of the river panorama to your heart's delight for up to five days. Enjoy many features on board; an expansive sun deck with pool that’s perfect for sun-bathing, a gym for your daily workout, and many other features.
- Memphis Tours representative to meet and assist you on arrival, at embarkation, and on departure
- All cruise-related transfers in a modern air-conditioned vehicle, including airport or railway station transfers
- Full-board accommodation on board the Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise, with breakfast, lunch and dinner as per the itinerary, plus afternoon tea on sailing days
- All scheduled sightseeing in your chosen 4-day or 5-day itinerary, which may include Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk
- Entrance fees to standard sites, including the regular Valley of the Kings ticket (three tombs)
- Licensed English-speaking Egyptologist guiding a shared group of about 15 to 20 guests
- Horse-drawn carriage between the Edfu dock and the Temple of Horus (fare included), and motorboat ride to Philae Temple
- Bottled water during sightseeing off the ship
- All service charges and applicable taxes
- Egypt entry visa
- International and domestic flights, sleeper trains and any transport not listed as included
- Hotel stays before or after the cruise
- Optional excursions such as Abu Simbel, the Luxor hot-air balloon (US$ 129) and the Karnak and Philae sound and light shows
- Private Egyptologist upgrade with your own guide and vehicle (available at extra cost)
- Separately ticketed tombs and monuments, including Tutankhamun's tomb
- All drinks on board at any time, including soft drinks, bottled water on board and alcohol
- Personal onboard expenses such as minibar, laundry, phone calls, internet charges and spa treatments
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended for medical cover and trip cancellation)
- Personal spending, shopping and souvenirs
- Tips for the cruise staff, guides and drivers (suggested: US$ 8 to 12 per person per day for the crew and US$ 10 to 15 per day for the guide; customary but never obligatory)
- Anything not specifically listed as included above
Meet your Memphis Tours representative at Aswan Airport or railway station and transfer to the Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise. Cabins are available from around 12:00 PM. If you arrive earlier, your representative will coordinate luggage and sightseeing arrangements until the cabin is ready. After lunch on board, visit the ancient granite quarries to see the Unfinished Obelisk, then continue by motorboat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Return to the vessel for afternoon tea, dinner and a Nubian cultural performance.
Overnight: On board in Aswan
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple
Walking: Light to moderate walking, including some uneven surfaces at the quarry and temple.
Good to Know: Philae Temple is on an island and is reached by motorboat. Cabins are available from around 12:00 PM; earlier arrivals will be assisted with luggage and program arrangements.
Sail north to Kom Ombo and visit its unusual riverside temple, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue to Edfu, where the Temple of Horus stands inland from the Nile and is normally reached from the docking area by traditional horse-drawn carriage. Return to Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise and continue sailing toward Esna, with afternoon tea and a traditional dress evening on board.
Overnight: On board in Esna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple
Walking: Moderate walking over stone and uneven archaeological surfaces.
Good to Know: Kom Ombo is directly riverside; Edfu is inland. State the horse-drawn carriage fare as included only after Operations confirms it.
After breakfast, explore Luxor's West Bank, visiting the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the vessel for lunch, then continue to the East Bank for Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Dinner is served on board, followed by your final overnight in Luxor.
Overnight: On board in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
Walking: This is the most active sightseeing day, with uneven ground, steps and some inclines.
Good to Know: Standard Valley of the Kings admission covers selected open tombs. Tutankhamun's tomb and other special-entry tombs require separate tickets unless specifically stated as included.
Enjoy breakfast on board, then vacate your cabin by around 8:00 AM. A Memphis Tours representative will assist with your transfer to Luxor Airport or railway station according to your onward travel arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast
Good to Know: Cabin check-out is by around 8:00 AM; your transfer follows according to your onward travel arrangements.
Meet your Memphis Tours representative at Luxor Airport or railway station and transfer to the Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise. Cabins are available from around 12:00 PM. If you arrive earlier, your representative will coordinate luggage and sightseeing arrangements until the cabin is ready. After lunch and time to settle in, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank. Return to the vessel for dinner and overnight in Luxor.
Overnight: On board in Luxor
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
Walking: Moderate walking over uneven ancient surfaces, particularly at Karnak.
Good to Know: Karnak is a large open-air site with limited shade, so comfortable shoes and sun protection are recommended.
After breakfast, cross to Luxor's West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise for lunch, then sail south through Esna toward Edfu. The remainder of the day is spent on board as the vessel continues along the Nile.
Overnight: On board in Edfu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon
Walking: Moderate to active walking, with uneven ground, steps and inclines around the tombs.
Good to Know: Tutankhamun's tomb and other special-entry tombs are separately ticketed and are not part of standard Valley of the Kings admission.
Begin with the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt's best-preserved ancient temples. Edfu is inland from the Nile and is normally reached from the docking area by traditional horse-drawn carriage. Return to the vessel and sail to Kom Ombo, where the temple stands directly beside the river, before continuing to Aswan.
Overnight: On board in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple
Walking: Moderate walking over uneven stone surfaces.
Good to Know: Edfu and Kom Ombo have different access: Edfu is inland; Kom Ombo is directly riverside. Confirm carriage-fare inclusion before publishing it as an included transport service.
After breakfast, visit the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan's ancient granite quarries, then continue by motorboat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Return to the Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise for lunch and dinner, with the remainder of the day available to relax on board or add an optional Aswan experience where the operating schedule allows.
Overnight: On board in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple
Walking: Light to moderate walking, including uneven surfaces at the quarry.
Good to Know: Philae Temple is reached by motorboat. Optional experiences should be offered only when compatible with the confirmed sailing schedule.
Enjoy breakfast on board, then vacate your cabin by around 8:00 AM. A Memphis Tours representative will assist with your transfer to Aswan Airport or railway station according to your onward travel arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast
Good to Know: Cabin check-out is by around 8:00 AM; your transfer follows according to your onward travel arrangements.
- 77 cabins (73 double cabins, 2 single cabins and 2 suites)
- Restaurant, lounge and bar
- 24 hour reception
- Wireless internet access
- Telephone system with international calls
- Doctor on calls on board.
- Laundry service & housekeeping
- Meeting area
- Gift shop
- Sun deck with swimming pool
- Pool bar
- Beauty salon
- Gymnasium
- Dimensions: 72 m length, 14 m width and 1.5 m depth
- Cabins are fully air conditioned
- Panoramic windows in each cabin
- Satellite color TV
- Video-on-demand channels
- Minibar
- Safe box in each cabin
- Private bath/shower with hair dryer
- Cabin size: 19 sqm
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