Overland sightseeing, airport transfers, and private excursions are conducted with your dedicated licensed Egyptologist guide and private chauffeur. Cruise vessels feature shared sailing with private shore excursions.
Amarco Private Journeys
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Category A Licensed Operator
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5.0 Verified Excellence
M/S Semramis II Nile Cruise
Private Heritage Collection
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Journey Overview
A carefully presented 5 days Nile cruise aboard M/S Semramis II Nile Cruise, following the classic Luxor–Aswan or Aswan–Luxor corridor. The experience combines comfortable onboard accommodation with guided visits to the principal temples and royal monuments of Upper Egypt.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Embarkation in Luxor & East Bank Sanctuary Exploration
Welcome to Luxor, ancient Thebes. Upon arrival at Luxor Airport or your hotel, your private Amarco representative and chauffeur escort you aboard your five-star luxury Nile vessel before lunch. Settle into your panoramic river-view stateroom or suite and enjoy gourmet lunch on board.
In the afternoon, join your private Egyptologist guide on the East Bank to explore the monumental Karnak Temple Complex—walking along the Avenue of Sphinxes into the 134-column Great Hypostyle Hall—followed by the graceful riverside colonnades of Luxor Temple illuminated at dusk. Return to the vessel for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner on board in Luxor.
Day 2: West Bank Royal Necropolis & Scenic Sailing via Esna Lock
After breakfast on board, cross to the West Bank of the Nile to explore the sacred burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Continue to the terraced mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and pause at the towering Colossi of Memnon.
Return to your luxury vessel for lunch as the ship casts off and begins its tranquil voyage southward along the Nile Valley. Enjoy afternoon tea on the sundeck while watching palm groves and rural villages glide past, crossing the Esna Lock and continuing toward Edfu for dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3: Ptolemaic Temple of Horus at Edfu & Nile River Cruising
Following breakfast on board, visit the extraordinarily preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu—the most complete ancient sanctuary in Egypt, renowned for its towering entrance pylon, falcon statues, and intricate reliefs depicting the sacred drama of Horus and Seth.
Return to the ship and spend a leisurely midday and afternoon sailing upstream through some of Upper Egypt’s most picturesque river bends. Enjoy lunch and afternoon tea on the sundeck before arriving near Kom Ombo for dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4: Twin Temple of Kom Ombo & Arrival in Aswan
Explore the unique riverside double Temple of Kom Ombo, symmetrically dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder, and visit the adjacent Crocodile Museum displaying mummified sacred crocodiles and ancient surgical instruments reliefs.
Continue sailing south to Aswan, Egypt’s sun-drenched southern gateway framed by golden desert dunes and granite islands. Enjoy panoramic river views during lunch on board, followed by an atmospheric evening in Aswan with dinner and entertainment aboard your luxury ship.
Day 5: Aswan Highlights — Philae Temple, High Dam & Disembarkation
Savor a final breakfast on board before disembarking for your guided exploration of Aswan. Board a private motorboat to Agilkia Island to admire the romantic Temple of Isis at Philae, then visit the engineering landmark of the Aswan High Dam overlooking Lake Nasser and the colossal Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries.
At the conclusion of your sightseeing, your private chauffeur provides a seamless transfer to Aswan Airport, train station, or your hotel.
Curated Distinctions
- Full-board Nile cruise experience
- Luxor & Aswan heritage
- Edfu and Kom Ombo
- Professional guided sightseeing
Key Heritage Sites & Landmarks Visited
Colossi of Memnon
Hatshepsut Temple
Karnak & Luxor Temples
Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Philae Temple & High Dam
Valley of the Kings
Curated Experiences & Activities
Cultural & Historical
Nile Cruise Sailing
Nile Sailing
Sightseeing
Inclusions & Services
Included in Journey
- Private air-conditioned transfers between airports, ports, hotels, and all scheduled monuments
- Licensed Egyptologist guiding services tailored to your personal party
- Admission tickets to all temples, royal tombs, and cultural landmarks listed in the program
- Full-board luxury accommodation on board Nile cruise or premium boutique hotels as specified
- Complimentary chilled bottled water and assistance throughout all excursions
- 24/7 dedicated Amarco concierge support, port fees, service charges, and all local taxes
Not Included
- — International flights to and from Egypt and Egyptian entry visa
- — Personal expenses, laundry, and optional spa services
- — Optional excursions not listed in the standard itinerary (e.g. Hot Air Balloon or interior King Tut tomb ticket)
- — Customary gratuities for guides, drivers, and cruise crew
Day-by-Day Itinerary
5 Days / Stages01
Meet and assist, cruise check-in and first sightseeing according to the sailing direction.
Welcome to Luxor, ancient Thebes. Upon arrival at Luxor Airport or your hotel, your private Amarco representative and chauffeur escort you aboard your five-star luxury Nile vessel before lunch. Settle into your panoramic river-view stateroom or suite and enjoy gourmet lunch on board.
In the afternoon, join your private Egyptologist guide on the East Bank to explore the monumental Karnak Temple Complex—walking along the Avenue of Sphinxes into the 134-column Great Hypostyle Hall—followed by the graceful riverside colonnades of Luxor Temple illuminated at dusk. Return to the vessel for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner on board in Luxor.
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Karnak
2 Hours
Ticket Included
Walk through the monumental Avenue of Sphinxes and the 134-column Great Hypostyle Hall of Karnak Temple.
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Luxor Temple
1.5 Hours
Ticket Included
Explore the graceful riverside sanctuary of Luxor Temple illuminated along the East Bank promenade.
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Booking Terms, Children & Cancellation Policy
Rate & Availability Reconfirmation Note
Final live rate should be reconfirmed for the client's dates before booking, especially for cruise, Dahabiya, hotel and peak-season products. Exact hotels, cruise vessels, entrance tickets, flight sectors and inclusions must be reconfirmed against the confirmed travel dates and supplier availability.
Children's Policy
Children aged 0–1.99 years travel free of charge on land arrangements (airline infant taxes apply where domestic flights are included). Children aged 2–11.99 years sharing their parents' room or cabin enjoy a reduced child rate. Family suite and interconnecting stateroom configurations are reconfirmed upon booking.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Complimentary 48-hour reservation hold with zero upfront charge while our concierge reconfirms live hotel, cruise, or Dahabiya availability. Flexible rescheduling up to 14 days prior to arrival for overland arrangements; cruise, Dahabiya, and domestic flight sectors follow seasonal operator terms reconfirmed on your booking invoice.
Essential Inquiries & Notes
Category A Operator
Official Egyptian Ministry of Tourism license with premier Egyptology guides.
Bespoke Chauffeur Fleet
Impeccable late-model Mercedes vehicles with private dedicated chauffeurs.
Guaranteed 48h Hold
Lock your preferred date with 48h complimentary hold and flexible rescheduling.