Alyssa Nile Cruise

M/Y Alyssa is a Nile cruise vessel distinguished by custom interiors conceived by Swiss architect Pia Schmid. The ship emphasizes handcrafted fittings, color harmony with the river environment, and environmentally conscious design. Onboard facilities include a panoramic wellness center with mud bath, sauna, jacuzzi and a multi-purpose gym; a licensed masseur is available. Public and cabin furnishings were exclusively designed for the vessel rather than selected from a catalogue.

Highlights

• Route: Luxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan
• Visits to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple
• Edfu’s Temple of Horus and Kom Ombo’s twin temple
• Aswan highlights: High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk
• Optional excursion to Abu Simbel (extra cost)
• Onboard panoramic wellness center with mud bath, sauna, jacuzzi and gym
• Interiors and furnishings designed by Pia Schmid

Itinerary

Day 04 Days / 03 Nights – Day 1 — Welcome to Aswan — Embarkation & Afternoon Visits

Embark before lunch and settle into your cabin. In the afternoon visit Aswan’s modern High Dam for panoramic views over Lake Nasser, then continue by motorboat to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Finish the afternoon with a stop at the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries. Return to the ship for dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 04 Days / 03 Nights – Day 2 — Optional Abu Simbel — Sail to Kom Ombo

An early-morning optional excursion to Abu Simbel is available by road or by flight (additional charge). The site comprises the twin rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, relocated to escape the waters of Lake Nasser. Back on board, the ship sails north toward Kom Ombo. Visit the twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, and view the site’s medical reliefs and the small crocodile museum. Dinner and overnight as you sail toward Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04 Days / 03 Nights – Day 3 — Edfu Temple & Luxor East Bank

In Edfu ride by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved classical temples. After returning to the boat, sail to Luxor and enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon visit the Karnak Temple complex with its hypostyle hall and monumental avenue, then continue to Luxor Temple to appreciate its evening atmosphere. Dinner and overnight aboard in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04 Days / 03 Nights – Day 4 — Luxor West Bank — Disembarkation

After breakfast and check-out, explore the West Bank: the Valley of the Kings (entry to three tombs included; optional access to Tutankhamun’s tomb at additional cost), the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. This concludes the cruise program.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 05 Days / 04 Nights – Day 1 — Welcome to Luxor — Karnak & Luxor Temples

Embarkation before lunch and time to settle into your cabin. In the afternoon visit Karnak Temple complex — walk the avenue of sphinxes and enter the Great Hypostyle Hall — then proceed to Luxor Temple for a relaxed visit as the light softens. Return to the boat for tea, dinner and an overnight stay in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 05 Days / 04 Nights – Day 2 — West Bank — Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut

Morning on the West Bank to visit a selection of royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings (three tombs typically included; some tombs such as Tutankhamun’s require an additional ticket). Continue to the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut set into the cliffs. (Program continues with sailing and further visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan as per the 5-day option.)

Included

• Accommodation on board for the chosen cruise duration on a full-board basis
• Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure
• Support from ship personnel during your stay and excursions
• Private transfers by air-conditioned vehicle as specified
• All Nile cruise excursions listed in the itinerary (private)
• Entrance fees to sites between Luxor and Aswan as noted
• English-speaking guide for cruise excursions (group size up to 8)
• One complimentary bottle of water per person per day
• All service charges and taxes

Not included

• Optional Abu Simbel excursion (extra cost)
• Optional entrance fees to certain tombs (for example, Tutankhamun’s tomb) — extra cost
• Optional activities such as hot air balloon rides (where offered) — extra cost