Yes. All overland transfers and guided visits are conducted privately with your licensed Amarco Egyptologist guide and chauffeur, allowing flexible pacing and photo stops.
Mövenpick Royal Lotus Luxury Nile Cruise
Journey Overview
A professionally curated 5 days experience in Luxor & Aswan, rewritten for international travellers who value clear logistics, strong sightseeing content and a polished local experience. The programme is positioned as an Amarco product for European-facing sales, with practical pacing and a focus on the destination’s most compelling highlights.
Designed by Amarco Egypt for discerning international travellers, Mövenpick Royal Lotus Luxury Nile Cruise delivers an effortless, well-paced 5 days journey across Luxor & Aswan. From punctual door-to-door transfers in late-model air-conditioned vehicles to insightful archaeological and cultural interpretation by licensed Egyptologist guides, every stage is orchestrated for comfort, authenticity, and peace of mind.
Experience Highlights & Distinctions
- Comfortable Nile cruising — Curated with private Amarco logistics and dedicated local expertise.
- Guided archaeological sightseeing — Curated with private Amarco logistics and dedicated local expertise.
- Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan highlights — Curated with private Amarco logistics and dedicated local expertise.
- Time to relax onboard — Curated with private Amarco logistics and dedicated local expertise.
Detailed Programme & Itinerary
Welcome to Aswan – High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple
Welcome in Luxor or Aswan, cruise check-in and the first major temple visits.
Arrive in Aswan, meet our luxury concierge representative, and transfer to Mövenpick Royal Lotus. Embarkation before lunch. In the afternoon, explore Aswan’s engineering marvels and sacred island sanctuary.Sailing the Nile – Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples
Explore the West Bank or continue south, balancing guided sightseeing with time on the sun deck.
Early morning sailing along the picturesque Nile bends toward Kom Ombo. Visit the dual temple, continue sailing to Edfu for an afternoon carriage tour, and cross Esna Lock toward Luxor.Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Colossi of Memnon
Visit the principal riverside temples and sail through the changing Nile landscapes.
Cross the Nile to the legendary Theban Necropolis. Explore world-renowned royal tombs, Queen Hatshepsut’s breathtaking terraced temple, and the towering Colossi of Memnon.Luxor East Bank – Karnak & Luxor Temples & Disembarkation
Complete the major sightseeing programme, including Philae or Luxor’s East Bank depending on route.
Breakfast on board followed by disembarkation. Tour the immense temple complex of Karnak and the graceful Luxor Temple before your private transfer to Luxor Airport or railway station.Day 5 – Extended Cruise
Enjoy additional sailing and optional excursions where included.
Accompanied by your private licensed Amarco Egyptologist guide and dedicated chauffeur, enjoy a seamless, unhurried exploration of Luxor & Aswan’s premier heritage and scenic highlights. Time is thoughtfully balanced between in-depth historical storytelling, photography viewpoints, and comfortable rest stops.
Private Logistics & Concierge Assurance
All pickup times, monument entry tickets, and dietary or photography preferences are personalized around your schedule. With Amarco’s complimentary 48-hour reservation hold and 24/7 on-ground concierge support, you can secure your preferred travel date with complete flexibility.
Luxury, Elegance and Heritage Combined
Experience the timeless majesty of the Nile on a 5-star luxury cruise aboard Mövenpick Royal Lotus — the ultimate Nile luxury escape. Royal Lotus is comprised of 60 spacious luxury deluxe guest cabins and two magnificent Royal Suites complete with an expansive private lounge and en suite shower room. All accommodations enjoy the latest five-star amenities, individually controlled air-conditioning, panoramic river windows, international GSM telephone, satellite TV, minibar, safe, and hairdryer.
Onboard facilities include a 24-hour reception and concierge, an elegant dining room offering gourmet international and Egyptian specialties, multiple lounge bars, an expansive Sun Deck with sun loungers, an outdoor freshwater swimming pool, a fully equipped gymnasium, a luxury wellness spa with sauna, an Internet corner, and a gift shop.
Curated Distinctions
- Comfortable Nile cruising
- Guided archaeological sightseeing
- Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan highlights
- Time to relax onboard
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Aswan High Dam
Discover one of Egypt's most monumental engineering achievements, completed in the 1960s to regulate the flooding of the Nile and create Lake Nasser.
The Unfinished Obelisk
Visit the ancient granite quarries where the massive Unfinished Obelisk remains embedded in the bedrock, revealing ancient stone-carving techniques.
Philae Temple of Isis
Take a scenic boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the breathtaking Temple of Isis at Philae, rescued from the waters of the Nile.
Inclusions & Services
Luxury Accommodation & Stays
- Accommodation, cruise stateroom, or dining arrangements as specified in the programme
Private Egyptologist & Guiding
- Licensed Egyptologist guiding services tailored to your personal party
VIP Chauffeur & Transfers
- Private air-conditioned transfers in late-model Amarco vehicles with dedicated chauffeur
- Complimentary chilled bottled water throughout all transfers and excursions
Monument Tickets & VIP Services
- Admission tickets and entrance fees to all monuments and experiences listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 Amarco concierge assistance, service charges, and all local taxes
Not Included
Not Included- — International flights to and from Egypt and entry visa fees
- — Personal expenses, beverages, and optional gratuities for guides and crew
- — Optional activities or special interior tomb tickets not specified in the standard itinerary
Cruise Facilities & Onboard Amenities
Seasonal Pricing & Package Rates
Choose your preferred duration and season. Prices quoted in USD per person.
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
Infants aged 0 to 1.99 years travel complimentary. Children aged 2 to 5.99 years receive a 50% discount sharing existing bedding with parents. Children aged 6 to 11.99 years receive a 30% discount with an extra bed provided. Children aged 12 and above are charged at adult rates.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to departure for standard touring packages. For private Dahabiya charters, peak festive seasons, and domestic flight segments, cancellations within 30 days are subject to airline and marine operator policies. Custom reschedulings are accommodated with zero administrative penalties whenever possible.
Essential Inquiries & Notes
Tour Location & Interactive Map
Interactive Journey Route & Waypoints
Official Egyptian Ministry of Tourism license with premier Egyptology guides.
Impeccable late-model Mercedes vehicles with private dedicated chauffeurs.
Instant luxury reservation with dedicated private concierge and bespoke itinerary adjustments.