Blue Shadow III Nile Cruise 8 Days Luxor Aswan

The second day offers the "Luxury of Slowness," beginning with a fresh breakfast on board. You have a free morning to explore the local Luxor markets or join an optional sunrise Hot Air Balloon ride for a panoramic view of the Theban Necropolis. In the late morning, the Blue Shadow III begins its graceful navigation south toward Edfu. Spend the afternoon on the sun deck, enjoying the "Visual Experience" of the fertile Nile banks passing by while the crew provides world-class service. The evening features a cultural folkloric show operated by the cruise staff, followed by a themed dinner as the ship glides through the Egyptian night.

As the ship continues its southern course, you will enjoy a signature breakfast before docking at Kom Ombo. Your private guide will lead you through the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, a rare dual-symmetrical sanctuary dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god. After exploring the temple and its fascinating Crocodile Museum, return to the ship for a delicious lunch while sailing further south toward Aswan. The afternoon is dedicated to your well-being; use the ship's fitness center, enjoy a massage, or simply relax by the swimming pool as the sun sets over the immortal river. The evening concludes with a music performance by the staff and a refined dinner.

Experience the absolute tranquility of the Nile as the Blue Shadow III reaches the beautiful city of Aswan. After a signature breakfast, you will spend the morning enjoying the picturesque scenes from the sun deck. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to a traditional Felucca for a peaceful sailing trip around Aswan’s botanical islands, Kitchener Island, and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. You will return to the ship for an elegant afternoon tea followed by a relaxed evening. The ship provides a peaceful sanctuary for your night in Aswan, accompanied by a world-tour buffet and a traditional folkloric show to celebrate the local Nubian culture.

Your fifth day focuses on Aswan’s blend of modern achievement and ancient romance. After breakfast, you will visit the High Dam, a 20th-century engineering masterpiece that tamed the Nile's floods and created the massive Lake Nasser. The tour continues to the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries, followed by a motorboat trip to Agilika Island to visit the romantic Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. After your tours, return to the ship for a tasty lunch and a free evening to explore the local markets or attend the optional Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple. Your night is spent in total comfort on the Blue Shadow III, moored in the quiet beauty of the southern Nile.

The Blue Shadow III begins its return sail toward the north, offering you a second chance to absorb the stunning scenery from a new angle. In Edfu, you will visit the Temple of Horus, the most impeccably preserved cult temple of the ancient world. You will travel by traditional horse-drawn carriage to reach the site, where your guide will lead you through its grand pylons and sacred chambers. This return leg is a celebration of "Reliable Luxury," providing the perfect time for quiet reading, reflection, and the high-standard hospitality of the ship's team as the vessel glides back toward the lock at Esna and onward to Luxor.

After breakfast on the Blue Shadow III, you will cross to the West Bank to uncover the mysteries of the Theban Necropolis. The tour begins at the legendary Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of the New Kingdom Pharaohs, where you will enter three selected royal tombs to admire the vibrant ancient colors. The exploration continues to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, a striking modernist architectural masterpiece built directly into the limestone cliffs. Your morning concludes with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that have guarded the valley for millennia. After the tour, you return to the ship for a final farewell dinner and themed entertainment, marking the conclusion of your comprehensive 8-day journey.

On your final morning on the Blue Shadow III, you will enjoy a final award-winning breakfast featuring international and local specialties. This is the perfect time for a final view of the Luxor riverbank before completing your check-out. Our local representative will meet you and provide a private, air-conditioned transfer to your hotel in Luxor or the Luxor International Airport for your final departure. You leave with a rejuvenated spirit and a lifetime of memories, having experienced the disciplined luxury and professional hospitality of Bastet Travel on the world's most storied river.

Yes for foreign passport holders.

No, bottled water is recommended.

It offers the best way to explore Egypt's history and culture.

From August to April when the weather is suitable, especially between Luxor and Aswan.

The Nile Cruise is considered one of the safest ways to explore Egypt with no major reported risks.