We have hand picked some of the best cruise boats on the Nile so that you can sit back and watch riverside life go by, much of which has not changed since the time of the pharaohs. Cruise boats sail from Luxor to Aswan or vice-versa in three or four nights. You can also choose a longer cruise by taking a six or seven-night cruise between Luxor and Aswan and back again. All take in Luxor’s top sites and a host of temples on the way, including Kom Ombo temple and the Temple of Horus. In Aswan we visit the beautiful temple of Philae and of course the Valley of the Kings in Luxor as well as Karnak and Luxor temples.


   What to expect  
All cruise itineraries are inclusive of all meals, guided site seeing as described in the itinerary and entertainment onboard. The service onboard is friendly and efficient and the accommodation various depending on your choice of cruise boat or cabin but all are comfortable and well equipped, some with balconies.

The routine of the boat is based around the daily excursions with many of the temple visits taking place early in the morning to avoid the heat of the day. There is plenty of time to relax onboard and there generally plenty of evening entertainment.


   Temples of the Nile  
The gateways to your Nile cruise are Luxor and Aswan and between these two great cities are some of the finest and spell binding temples in Upper Egypt. Our cruise itineraries take in these wonderful temples and sites.

THE WEST BANK, LUXOR  
Whilst in Luxor we visit The Valleys of the Kings & Queens, Colossi of Memnon, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and of course the temples of Luxor and Karnak.

ON THE JOURNEY
We tie up at Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus. Just 10 minutes’ drive from the cornice, Horus features some amazingly well preserved hieroglyphics.

ON THE JOURNEY
The temple at Kom Ombo is unique amongst the many temples in Upper Egypt; its dedication to two gods means everything is duplicated, from the doorways to the hypostyle halls

ASWAN
Either at the start or end of your cruise we visit the Unfinished obelisk to see how the huge granite stones were cut, the High Dam, but the highlight is the Temple of Philae, set on an incredibly picturesque island.



  How to choose your Nile Cruise 

Travelmood only works closely with Sonesta, Oberoi and Movenpick Nile Cruise companies, all offer exceptional service and accommodation and have been hand picked to provide the very best Nile cruise experience.

•   Oberoi Philae Nile Cruiser has 54 deluxe cabins and
    4 suites, all have a private balcony
•   Oberoi Zahra is a new luxury Nile Cruiser and offers
    unparalleled luxury during a leisurely seven-day cruise
•   Sonesta Star Goddess has 33 spacious suites, each
    with a private balcony. With fewer cabins you can expect
    a more intimate experience than most.
•   Sonesta Moon Goddess offers 58 cabins with large
    Panoramic windows
•   Movenpick Royal Lotus is the flagship of the Movenpick
    fleet and offers 60 deluxe cabins with a large
    panoramic window


Essential Information
- At certain times of the year, particularly during winter the published itineraries on all Nile river cruises can change. This is due to low water levels and lock closures.
- Congestion on the Nile can be a problem due to the large number of boats cruising between Luxor and Aswan. It is possible that congestion at Esna lock may cause delays, this sometimes necessitates sailing after dark
- Due to limited docking facilities your cruise boat may dock alongside others at certain times, obscuring the view from your cabin window.