MS Amwaj Living Stone

MS Amwaj Living Stone is a contemporary five‑star deluxe Nile cruise designed for comfortable exploration of Upper Egypt. The boat features multiple cabin categories across a total of 62 units (46 standard cabins, 12 junior suites, 2 executive suites and 2 royal suites), public lounges and dining, sun deck and pool area, and a program of guided excursions linking Luxor and Aswan. Sailings operate on set weekly departures and follow the classic Luxor–Edfu–Kom Ombo–Aswan route.

Highlights

• Sail the Nile between Luxor and Aswan
• Guided visits to Karnak and Luxor Temples
• Valley of the Kings and the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
• Edfu Temple by horse carriage (Temple of Horus)
• Kom Ombo twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus
• Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple and Unfinished Obelisk
• Optional excursions to Abu Simbel (extra cost) and a Nubian village visit
• Onboard amenities including pool/Jacuzzi and sun deck

Itinerary

Day 4D/3N Program — Day 1 — Welcome to Aswan – Embarkation and Island Temples

Embark the ship before lunch and settle into your cabin. In the afternoon visit the Aswan High Dam for panoramic views over Lake Nasser, then cross by motorboat to Agilkia Island to explore Philae Temple. Finish the afternoon with a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries. Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 4D/3N Program — Day 2 — Optional Abu Simbel and Kom Ombo

An early‑morning optional excursion to Abu Simbel (by road or flight, extra cost) is available to see the rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. Return to the cruise and sail north toward Kom Ombo. In the afternoon visit the twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus and its small crocodile museum. Dinner and overnight as you continue toward Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4D/3N Program — Day 3 — Edfu by Carriage and Luxor's East Bank

Visit Edfu's Temple of Horus by horse-drawn carriage, one of Egypt's best preserved temples. Return to the boat for lunch and sail to Luxor. In the afternoon explore the Karnak Temple complex and Luxor Temple as the light fades. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4D/3N Program — Day 4 — Luxor West Bank and Disembarkation

After breakfast check out and visit the Valley of the Kings, where entrance to three tombs is included (optional entry to Tutankhamun's tomb at extra cost). Continue to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon before disembarkation.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5D/4N Program — Day 1 — Welcome to Luxor – Karnak and Luxor Temples

Embark before lunch, settle into your cabin and spend the afternoon exploring the vast Karnak Temple complex, including the Hypostyle Hall and precincts of Amun‑Re. Continue to nearby Luxor Temple for a visit as the afternoon light softens. Return to the vessel for tea and relaxation on the sun deck. Dinner and overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 5D/4N Program — Day 2 — West Bank Royal Tombs and Sail to Esna

Visit the West Bank sites including three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings (optional entrances to additional tombs such as Tutankhamun or Seti I at extra cost), the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the cruise for lunch and begin sailing toward Esna, passing through the Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight as you continue toward Edfu. Optional early morning hot air balloon rides over Luxor are available at extra cost.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5D/4N Program — Day 3 — Edfu and Kom Ombo

Morning visit to Edfu's Temple of Horus (typically reached by carriage), then continue sailing and visit Kom Ombo in the afternoon to see its unusual double dedication to Sobek and Horus and the related medical reliefs and crocodile finds. Overnight on board as you sail toward Aswan.

Day 5D/4N Program — Day 4 — Aswan: High Dam, Philae and Unfinished Obelisk

Arrive in Aswan and visit the High Dam for views over Lake Nasser. Cross to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island to explore the island shrine to Isis, and visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries. Optional visits such as a Nubian village or an excursion to Abu Simbel from Aswan are available at extra cost. Overnight on board in Aswan.

Day 5D/4N Program — Day 5 — Disembarkation in Aswan

Breakfast on board, final check-out and disembarkation in Aswan. Transfers to the airport, train station or East Bank hotels are provided according to the included transfer policy.

Included

• Accommodation on board for the selected program on a full board basis
• Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure
• Support from company personnel during your cruise and excursions
• All transfers in private air-conditioned deluxe vehicles
• All cruise excursions listed in the itinerary (private)
• Entrance fees to the sites between Luxor and Aswan as indicated
• English-speaking guide for the included excursions (group size 1–8 maximum)
• One complimentary bottle of water per person per day
• All service charges and taxes