Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise – UDNC019

Name: Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise - UDNC019
Brand: Love Egypt Tours
SKU: tour_en_13128
Price: 615 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (8 reviews)

Duration

5 days

Tour Location

Luxor / Edfu / Kom Ombo / Aswan

Tour Schedule

Every Monday from Luxor & Friday from Aswan

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Overview
Itinerary
Prices

Description

Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise indeed is a luxurious 5 stars Nile cruise. In fact, Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise is the twin sister of MS Minerva Nile cruise. MS Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise creates the perfect atmosphere and a comfortable home base. It is to explore the same route the Pharaohs would have taken in their stately processions. MS Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise indeed offers luxurious cabins and mouth-watering cuisine. It also offers a variety of entertainment and recreation on board. The Nile river cruise ship offers 3 nights Nile cruise tour from Aswan and 4 nights from Luxor. It also offers 7 nights Nile cruise tour from Aswan and Luxor as well.

Soak up the rays on the enormous Sun deck that runs the entire length of the ship. Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise features round-the-clock reception service and international telephone facilities. MS Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise features an a large and elegantly furnished restaurant. It can accommodate all passengers in one sitting. The opulent lounge and bar will give the prefect area to relax or chat. Cool off in the Sun deck swimming pool. Sip your favorite cocktail at the pool bar of MS Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise. Whatever you choose, there’s no better way to experience the sights and scenery of Egypt.

Why You'll Love This Trip

What's Included

Included

04 or 03 nights’ accommodation on board the Nile cruises based on FB basis.
Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
Assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions
All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle private
All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary private
Entrance fees to all sights in and between Luxor and Aswan
English-speaking tour guide during your excursions on the Cruise (group size is 1 - 8 maximum)
Complementary 01 bottle of water per day per person
All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s).
All service charges and taxes

Excluded

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

Itinerary

04 Days / 03 Nights Program

Day 1: Aswan City Tour - Aswan ON

Upon arrival to Aswan, you will be met and greet by our English-speaking representative who will transfer you by private A-C van to your fabulous Nile cruise ship. Check in before 12:00 PM. At the beginning you will have your Lunch meal on board. After Lunch, you will be transferred to visit The High Dam, which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile by a motor boat to reach Temple of Philae, which was erected during the Graeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis. At last you will be escorted to visit The Unfinished Obelisk, which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra. After finishing your tour, you will return to your ship. At night, free at leisure on your own in Aswan. [L-D]Meals Included: Lunch Dinner N.B: If your arrival time to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as the cruise check in time at 12:00 and we don't want our guest waste their time waiting at the lobby for check in.

Day 2: Kom Ombo - Edfu & ON

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. After that you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to visit one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch on the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. Afternoon, enjoy chariot riding to Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After finishing your tour, you will be transferred back to your ship. Afternoon, you willmenjoy relaxing on board your ship. Dinner will be served on board. At night Egyptian Folkloric Show party will be operated by staff on board.Meals Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 3: Luxor West Bank - Luxor ON

Breakfast on the Nile cruise. After that you will start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the west bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings, which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried. After that, you will proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain. At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon, which is belonging to king Amenhotep III. After that you will return to your ship to have your lunch. Afternoon, free at leisure. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.Meals Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 4: Check Out - Luxor East Bank

Check out after breakfast (at 08:00 AM). After that you will enjoy your tour discovering the East Bank of Luxor, including the most wonderful Karnak Temples Complex, which is considered to be the biggest complex construction in the world covering an area of a hundred. Finish your lovely tour in Temple of Luxor, built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty & completed by the well know king Ramses II. After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred by private A-C van to your location in Luxor (where our services will be ended).Meals Included: Breakfast

05 Days / 04 Nights Program

Day 1: Luxor East Bank - Luxor ON

Upon arrival at Luxor airport or station, our representative will transfer you to your Nile Cruise by a private A/C van. Embarkation before 12:00 PM. Afternoon, you will discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, since it was considered the house of god on the earth, the earlier structure date back to the middle kingdom, but there are some references which refer to the earlier buildings as old as the 3rd dynasty. Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor, which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re. After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your ship for rest and refresh. At night, Egyptian folkloric show will be operated by the staff. Dinner will be served and overnight in Luxor. (L-D) N.B: If your arrival time to Luxor is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as the cruise check in time at 12:00 and we don't want our guest waste their time waiting at the lobby for check in.Meals Included: Lunch Dinner

Day 2: Luxor West Bank - Sail to Edfu & ON

Day 3: Edfu - Kom Ombo - Sail to Aswan & ON

Breakfast on board your Nile cruise. Then your tour guide will take you in a mysterious journey to land of secrets. This guided tour of today begins by visiting one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After that, you will revert back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board during sailing to the city of Kom Ombo.Afternoon, you will proceed to explore Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch.Enjoy the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. On its banks the ancient Egyptian civilization has been created and flourished. Dinner meal will be served on board during sailing to the city of Aswan. Late evening arrive to Aswan and overnight. Meals Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 4: Aswan City Tour - Aswan ON

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. Later on, you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including The High Dam, which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile River by a motor boat till reach Agilika Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae, which was erected during the Gaeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis (mother of god Horus). Finally you will be escorted to visit one of the marvelous sightseeing in Aswan, The Unfinished Obelisk, which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra. After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board. Afternoon tea will be served on board. At night free at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.Meals Included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day 5: Disembarkation from cruise - Departure to Cairo

Check out after breakfast. Then our representative will accompany you to Aswan airport - station to take your flight to Cairo (Breakfast) **Optional Tour: Excursion to Abu Simble temples either by private coach or by domestic flight: you will be met with our English-speaking tour guide in Aswan who will transfer you by private A-C van to Abu Simbel, lies south of Aswan on the western bank of the Nile, 180 miles south of the First Cataract in what was Nubia. The site was known as Meha in ancient times and was first documented in the 18th Dynasty, when Ay and Horemheb had rock-cut chapels hewn in the hills to the south. Upon arrival, you will proceed to visit Abu Simbel Temples, which were built by the well-known king Ramses II. The biggest temple was called as the Great temple. It was built by Ramesses II and being dedicated to the famous god Rahorakhty. While the smaller temple and it was dedicated to king Ramesses II himself and his beautiful wife queen Nefertari. After finishing your day tour, you will drive back toward Aswan. Arrive Aswan and be transferred by private A-C van to your chosen hotel there for check in, rest and refresh or transfer to Aswan airport to catch your domestic flight to Cairo.Meals Included: Breakfast

Prices

3 Nights 4 Days May To August From : $ 615:

Triple	$ 615
Double	$ 685
Single	$ 1027

3 Nights 4 Days September To April From : $ 785

Triple	$ 785
Double	$ 865
Single	$ 1315

4 Nights 5 Days May To August From : $ 734

Triple	$ 734
Double	$ 812
Single	$ 1242

4 Nights 5 Days September To April From : $ 974

Triple	$ 974
Double	$ 1052
Single	$ 1626

Prices Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays. Children Policy 0 – 01.99 Free of Charge 2 – 05.99 pay 25% of tour price 6 – 11.99 pay 50% of tour price 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person. Notes : Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

EXCELLENT

Based on 818 reviews

Our Egypt trip was absolutely magical! The Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the breathtaking Nile cruise made it an unforgettable experience. The guides were knowledgeable and super friendly. Highly recommend!

Sabrina

USA

From the moment we landed in Cairo, everything was handled professionally. The guides were friendly, the accommodations were luxurious, and the Nile cruise was simply breathtaking.

Sarah Emanuel

Australia

Flawless from Start to Finish! Everything was perfectly organized, from airport pickup to the last day of our Nile cruise. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Egypt is truly a must-visit!

Juan

Florida,USA

I’ve traveled a lot, but this was hands down the best trip I’ve ever taken. Sailing down the Nile felt like stepping into a history book. The temples were mesmerizing, and the service was top-notch!

Cleveland A.

Canada

The package included everything – hotels, cruise, tours, and meals – at an unbeatable price. We felt safe, comfortable, and entertained the whole time. Couldn’t have asked for more!

David

New York, USA

Visiting the Pyramids and sailing the Nile had been my dream for years, and this trip exceeded my expectations. The history, the culture, and the amazing people made it unforgettable.

Jordan

USA

My husband and I chose this for our honeymoon, and it was the best decision ever! The romance of the Nile, the beauty of ancient temples, and the exceptional service made it magical.

Lisa & Mike

Traveled with my kids, and they were fascinated by the stories of ancient Egypt. The guides made history come alive, and the cruise was a relaxing way to explore. Highly recommended for families!

Dorothea

The cruise ship was stunning, with elegant rooms and delicious food. Every stop along the Nile was packed with history and beauty. A perfect balance of relaxation and adventure!

Robert

The team was amazing from start to finish. They made sure we were comfortable, safe, and always having fun. I’d book with them again in a heartbeat!

Rachel Mol

Brazil

I traveled solo and felt completely safe and welcomed the entire time. Met amazing people, had incredible experiences, and never felt alone. Highly recommend!

Amanda Chris

USA

If you’re thinking about visiting Egypt, do it! And book with this company – they take care of every detail so you can just enjoy the magic of this incredible country.

Venessa Mantuano

Italy

The guided tours were fantastic. I learned so much about ancient Egyptian history while standing in the middle of it! An unforgettable experience.

Frida White

USA

The itinerary was perfectly planned, giving us enough time to explore without feeling rushed. Great mix of sightseeing, relaxation, and cultural experiences!

Sarah Daniel

Canada

Everywhere I turned, there was another stunning view! From golden desert landscapes to the turquoise Nile, Egypt is a dream destination for photographers.

Melissa Alex

USA

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Egypt?

Yes, most travelers need a visa to enter Egypt. Many nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival at the airport or apply online for an e-Visa before their trip. Check with your local Egyptian consulate for specific requirements.

When is the best time to visit Egypt and take a Nile cruise?

The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months, from October to April. This period offers pleasant temperatures for exploring ancient sites and enjoying a Nile cruise. Summers (May to September) can be very hot, especially in Luxor and Aswan.

What should I pack for my Egypt tour?

Pack light, breathable clothing for daytime, along with comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Modest attire is recommended when visiting religious sites. Bring a light jacket for cooler evenings, especially during winter.

Is it safe to travel to Egypt?

Yes, Egypt is generally safe for tourists, and the government prioritizes security in key tourist areas. It’s advisable to stay informed, follow local guidelines, and book with a reputable travel agency as Love Egypt Tours to ensure a smooth experience.

What’s included in a Nile cruise package?

Most Nile cruise packages include:
✔ Accommodation on the cruise ship
✔ Full-board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Guided tours to famous sites like Luxor and Karnak Temples, the Valley of the Kings, and Aswan’s Philae Temple
✔ Onboard entertainment and activities

Flights, drinks, and optional excursions may be extra—always check your package details.

What are the must-visit attractions in Egypt?

Some highlights include:

Cairo: Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Egyptian Museum, Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Luxor: Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
Aswan: Philae Temple, Abu Simbel, Nubian Villages
Nile Cruise: A scenic journey between Luxor and Aswan, stopping at iconic ancient sites

What currency is used in Egypt, and how do I exchange money?

The official currency is the Egyptian Pound (EGP). You can exchange money at banks, hotels, or exchange offices. ATMs are widely available, and major credit cards are accepted at hotels and tourist spots. However, carrying some cash is useful for small purchases and tips.

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