M/S Nile Dolphin

M/S Nile Dolphin is a 5-star deluxe floating hotel that has sailed between Luxor and Aswan since 2007. Decorated in a refined French Empire style, the vessel pairs classical touches with contemporary comforts. Facilities include a restaurant, panoramic lounge, bars, a quiet ‘silent area’ with terrace, sun deck with pool and Jacuzzi, a business center with internet access, boutique and gift shop, gym and spa services. Accommodation comprises 63 deluxe double cabins and 2 suites. Typical itineraries run 4, 5 or 8 days along the route Luxor → Edfu → Kom Ombo → Aswan.

Highlights

• Karnak Temple Complex
• Luxor Temple at dusk
• Valley of the Kings and royal tombs
• Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
• Edfu — Temple of Horus
• Kom Ombo — the twin temple of Sobek and Horus
• Philae Temple on Agilkia Island
• Aswan High Dam and Unfinished Obelisk
• Optional excursion to Abu Simbel

Itinerary

Day Day 1 — Welcome to Aswan – Embarkation and Island Temples

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

Meals: Lunch Dinner

Day Day 2 — Optional Abu Simbel – Sail to Kom Ombo

Early morning there is an optional excursion to Abu Simbel by road or flight (extra cost) to see the twin temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. Return to the cruise and sail north toward Kom Ombo. In the afternoon visit the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, with its medical reliefs and small crocodile museum. Dinner and overnight as you continue sailing toward Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day Day 3 — Edfu — Temple of Horus and Sail to Luxor

Ride by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, and learn the myth of Horus and Seth through its carved reliefs and chambers. Return onboard and continue sailing to Luxor with lunch served on board. In the afternoon explore Karnak Temple Complex and visit Luxor Temple at dusk. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Day Day 4 — West Bank — Valley of the Kings and Mortuary Temples

After breakfast, disembark for a tour of the West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where three tombs are included (optional extra for Tutankhamun's tomb), the cliff‑side Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Check out and end of the cruise.

Meals: Breakfast

Day Day 1 (5-day program) — Welcome to Luxor — Karnak & Luxor Temples

Embark before lunch and make yourself comfortable. In the afternoon visit the vast Karnak Temple Complex, including the Avenue of the Ram‑Headed Sphinxes and the Hypostyle Hall, then continue to Luxor Temple. Return to the ship for tea and relaxation on the sun deck. Dinner and overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch Dinner

Day Day 2 (5-day program) — The Legendary West Bank — Royal Tombs and Hatshepsut

Explore the West Bank, visiting three royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the terraced mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Optional entrances to additional tombs such as Tutankhamun or Seti I are available at extra cost. Continue cruising south toward Esna/ Edfu.

Day Day 3 (5-day program) — Kom Ombo and Sailing Toward Aswan

During the cruise north, visit Kom Ombo in the afternoon to see the twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus and the small crocodile museum. Continue sailing toward Aswan where you will overnight on board.

Day Day 4 (5-day program) — Aswan — High Dam, Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk

Explore Aswan with visits to the High Dam for views over Lake Nasser, the island sanctuary of Philae reached by motorboat, and the Unfinished Obelisk at the ancient quarries. Optional activities in Aswan include a visit to a Nubian village or other local excursions.

Day Day 5 (5-day program) — Disembarkation and Optional Abu Simbel

After breakfast, check out and disembark. Guests wishing to visit Abu Simbel may take the optional early morning excursion by road or flight (extra cost) to see the relocated temples of Ramses II and Nefertari.

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