Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days Luxor Aswan

ultimate 8-day Nile Cruise with Steigenberger Legacy. All-inclusive luxury grand tour from Luxor with Bastet Travel.

  Luxor
Duration 8 Days / 7 Nights
Tour Type Small Group Tours
Pickup Every Monday from Luxor

Stepping into a world of architectural wonder, the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days offers a prestigious sanctuary for those seeking to master the secrets of the ancient Pharaohs. This grand expedition provides a 7-night immersion into the soul of Egypt, where German engineering excellence meets the mystical beauty of the river. By choosing the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days, you secure an unhurried exploration of the most significant archaeological sites in Upper Egypt, delivered with the elite precision of Bastet Travel.

  • Round-Trip Grandeur: Navigate the Nile between Luxor and Aswan twice, ensuring you capture every sunrise and sunset over the water.
  • German Technical Standards: Enjoy the quietest sailing experience on the river with soundproof cabins and a high-tech passenger elevator.
  • HACCP Certified Culinary Excellence: Savor a rotating menu of international gourmet dishes prepared under the strictest hygiene protocols.
  • Academic Authority: Every excursion is led by a professional Egyptologist, transforming a simple visit into a profound historical lesson.

Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days & Luxor’s East Bank

The rhythmic sound of the Nile’s currents provides the perfect soundtrack as the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days docks in the ancient city of Thebes. Standing before the Karnak Temple, visitors are immediately struck by the sheer scale of the Great Hypostyle Hall, a forest of 134 massive columns that represents the pinnacle of New Kingdom power. This site is a mandatory stop on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days because it remains the largest religious complex ever constructed, serving as a testament to the devotion of successive Pharaohs who added to its grandeur over 1,500 years.

Further south, the elegant Luxor Temple awaits, offering a more intimate but equally impressive architectural narrative. As the sun sets, this site transforms into a glowing masterpiece of stone, where the colossal statues of Ramses II watch over the ancient Sphinx Avenue. Exploring this site while on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days allows travelers to appreciate how Amenhotep III and later rulers integrated their legacies into the city's urban fabric. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days ensures you have the time to witness the Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple, a performance that breathes life into the cold stone through light and storytelling.

Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days & The Aswan Landscapes

Gliding into the serene waters of the south, the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days introduces travelers to a landscape defined by granite boulders and lush botanical islands. A visit to the Philae Temple on Agilika Island is widely regarded as a Zen Reflection of the journey, as this sanctuary dedicated to the Goddess Isis was meticulously moved stone by stone to save it from the rising waters. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days prioritizes this landmark for its romantic atmosphere and its status as one of the last outposts of ancient Egyptian religion. Choosing the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days provides the logistical ease to visit the High Dam, an engineering marvel that reshaped the geography of Africa.

In Aswan, the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days serves as your luxury base for an optional pilgrimage to the Abu Simbel Temples. These rock-cut masterpieces, dedicated to Ramses II and Nefertari, are unmatched in their scale and historical significance, representing a Profound Connection to the sun’s power. Travelers on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days find these temples worth the early morning journey due to the awe-inspiring sight of the four seated colossi guarding the entrance. By utilizing the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days, you balance these intense historical visits with a traditional Felucca sail around Elephantine Island, capturing the essence of the Nile Cruise From Luxor Aswan experience.

Spectacular Highlights of the Journey

  • Valley of the Kings: Descend into the Royal Necropolis to explore the vibrant, hidden tombs where the Pharaohs of the New Kingdom were laid to rest.
  • Karnak Temple: Witness the Architectural Authority of the world’s largest temple complex and its towering obelisks.
  • Philae Temple: Experience the Island-Bound Magic of the sanctuary of Isis via a scenic boat ride through Aswan’s granite islands.
  • Edfu Temple: Explore the Temple of Horus, the most perfectly preserved cult temple in Egypt, featuring massive pylons and intricate reliefs.
  • Temple of Kom Ombo: Analyze the Unique Symmetrical Design of this double temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and Horus the Elder.
  • Temple of Hatshepsut: Admire the limestone terraces of the Mortuary Temple of Egypt's most famous female ruler, carved directly into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
  • Colossi of Memnon: Stand before the two massive stone statues of Amenhotep III, the only remaining guardians of a once-vast mortuary temple.
  • High Dam: Observe the Engineering Authority of the dam that created Lake Nasser and provides a perspective on modern Egyptian history.

What You Will Love About This Tour

You will be captivated by the Narrative Flow of this 8-day voyage, which allows for a Peaceful Reflection of the riverbanks that inspired the ancient poets. The Emotional Trigger of seeing the sun rise over the Valley of the Kings from a hot air balloon provides a Profound Connection to the landscape that no other tour can match. This Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 7 Nights experience offers the Ultimate Benefit of an unhurried pace, ensuring your Historical Exploration is defined by quiet grace and Unrivaled Comfort. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days transforms a standard vacation into a high-authority expedition.

Everything Included in Your Experience

This all-inclusive Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days is meticulously designed by Bastet Travel to provide a Seamless Elite Voyage. Your package includes 7 nights of 5-star superior full-board accommodation, Private Air-Conditioned Transfers, and the Academic Authority of a professional English-speaking Egyptologist for all excursions. Your Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days also covers all Monument Entry Fees, service charges, and taxes, ensuring a Worry-Free Luxury Experience from your arrival in Luxor to your final departure.

The Journey: A Detailed Story

The story begins in Luxor with the Karnak and Luxor Temples (L, D). On day two, you uncover the secrets of the Valley of the Kings before sailing south toward Edfu (B, L, D). Day three visits the falcon-headed god’s shrine at Edfu and the symmetrical Temple of Kom Ombo (B, L, D). Days four and five are dedicated to Aswan's Philae Temple, the High Dam, and a tranquil Felucca sail (B, L, D). The return leg on days six and seven allows for a Zen Reflection of the scenery as you sail back toward Luxor to explore the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon (B, L, D). Your elite voyage concludes on day eight with a final breakfast (B).

Conclusion

Trust Bastet Travel to provide a Professional High-Authority voyage through the heart of Egypt. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days is the definitive choice for the Discerning Traveler seeking the highest standards of safety and luxury on this Nile Cruise From Luxor Aswan.

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Included & Excluded

Included

  • All service charges and taxes
  • All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s).
  • Complementary 01 bottle of water per day per person
  • English-speaking tour guide during your excursions on the Cruise (group size is 1 - 8 maximum)

Excluded

  • Any Optional tours may require.
  • Tipping to Guide, Driver,Cruise staff, etc.
  • All personal expenses like laundry etc.
  • Any Extra meals and beverages.

Tour Itinerary

The first chapter of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days unfolds in the world’s greatest open-air museum. You will walk the avenue of sphinxes at the Luxor Temple and stand beneath the 134 pillars of Karnak Temple, experiencing the Academic Authority of the Theban era. This city is a essential segment of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days because it houses nearly one-third of the world’s ancient monuments. Visitors appreciate the unhurried schedule provided by the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days, which allows for an optional Sound & Light Show in the evening. The transition from the East Bank to the West Bank on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days represents a symbolic crossing from the land of the living to the eternal resting place of the Pharaohs.

On the second morning of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days, you explore the Valley of the Kings where the original colors of the royal tombs remain vivid. This site provides an Authoritative Look at the afterlife beliefs of the Pharaohs. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days begins its elegant southward sail, giving you the chance to enjoy the ship's luxury facilities. Enjoy the Nile views from your private balcony during the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days. The evening aboard the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days includes a celebratory dinner as the ship glides away from the city lights.

Sailing north, the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days brings you to the gates of the Edfu Temple, reached via a traditional horse-drawn carriage. This site offers an Authoritative Look at ancient cult rituals, as it remains the most complete temple ever discovered. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days continues toward the dual Temple of Kom Ombo, where the architecture is perfectly mirrored to honor two separate deities. This symmetrical masterpiece is a highlight of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days for its rare medical reliefs and crocodile mummies. Travelers enjoy the Daylight Sailing on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days, watching the rural riverbanks from their private balconies.

The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days arrives in Aswan, where the dramatic granite islands create a stunning backdrop. You will enjoy a Felucca sail around the botanical gardens, an experience that offers a Profound Connection to the Nilotic nature. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days provides you with tranquility before embarking on tomorrow's major tours. Aswan is a vital part of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days for its unique Nubian culture and relaxed pace. The evening in Aswan on the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days is marked by folkloric shows that reflect the spirit of the South.

The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days departs to visit the High Dam, providing a Monumental Perspective on modern engineering. After that, you visit the beautiful Philae Temple, where you find a Zen Reflection in the sanctuary of Isis. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days ensures enough time to explore the temple's intricate carvings. The Aswan tour in the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days program is a journey between the ancient past and the ambitious present. The evening in Aswan is an opportunity to relax in the luxury cabin of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days.

The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days begins its return journey north, giving you a second chance to enjoy the landscapes. You visit the Edfu Temple again for those who missed the details of the stunning reliefs the first time. The daylight sailing in the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days provides a perfect opportunity for photography under the bright sun. Enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days. Traveling back in time through the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days gives you a deeper realization of the grandeur of Egyptian civilization.

On the final day of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days program, you visit the majestic Temple of Hatshepsut. This site provides an Authoritative Look at the story of the powerful Queen's reign. You also see the giant Colossi of Memnon, which represent a Profound Connection to the lost glory of Thebes. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days concludes this historical journey with a final celebratory dinner on the Nile. The memories of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days will stay with you forever as the trip of a lifetime.

After the final breakfast on board the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days, it is time to say goodbye. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days ensures a smooth transfer to Luxor Airport or the train station. The Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days journey ends but its impact remains in your soul through the knowledge and comfort you experienced. We at Bastet Travel are proud to provide the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days experience for you. We wish you a safe return journey filled with memories of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise 8 Days.

Group Pricing

From May to August:

Per adult in a single room
$2975
Per adult in a Double or Triple Room
$2082.5

From September to April:

Per adult in a single room
$3500
Per adult in a Double or triple room
$2450

Pricing Information

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.
Children's Policy
0 - 1.99 Years: Free of charge
3 - 5.99 Years: Pay 25% of tour price
6 - 11.99 Years: Pay 50% of tour price
12+ years: Pay full tour price as per adult person
Note: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Child in one room)

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