MS Princess Sarah II

MS Princess Sarah II is a 5-star standard Nile cruise offering multi-day sailings between Luxor and Aswan. The vessel features a mix of double cabins and suites, international dining with buffet and set-menu options, and a full program of guided excursions to Upper Egypt’s principal monuments. Onboard facilities include panoramic windows, private bathrooms, individual air conditioning, leisure areas and a small fitness offering. Sightseeing is conducted with qualified English-speaking guides and excursions follow the published itinerary between Luxor and Aswan.

Highlights

• Karnak and Luxor Temples
• Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut
• Edfu Temple (Temple of Horus)
• Kom Ombo Temple and crocodile museum
• Aswan: High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk
• Optional Abu Simbel excursions (extra cost)
• Optional hot air balloon over Luxor (extra cost)

Itinerary

Day Day 1 (4D/3N) — Welcome to Aswan — Embarkation and Aswan highlights

Board the ship prior to lunch and settle into your cabin. In the afternoon visit the Aswan High Dam for views over Lake Nasser, then take a motorboat to Agilkia Island to explore the island temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis. A visit to the Unfinished Obelisk and the ancient granite quarries completes the day. Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 2 (4D/3N) — Abu Simbel (optional) & Kom Ombo — Optional Abu Simbel; Kom Ombo temple

An early optional excursion to Abu Simbel (by road or flight at extra cost) visits the twin rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Nefertari. Return to the boat and sail north toward Kom Ombo. In the afternoon visit the distinctive twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, including the small crocodile museum and medical reliefs. Dinner and overnight as the cruise continues toward Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 3 (4D/3N) — Edfu & Luxor East Bank — Temple of Horus; Karnak & Luxor

In the morning a horse-drawn carriage takes you to Edfu to visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus. Return to the ship for lunch while sailing to Luxor. In the afternoon explore Karnak Temple complex, then visit Luxor Temple as evening falls. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 4 (4D/3N) — Luxor West Bank & Disembarkation — Valley of the Kings and West Bank monuments

After breakfast and check-out, cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings (entrance to three tombs included; entry to Tutankhamun’s tomb extra), the mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, and the Colossi of Memnon. Disembarkation and onward transfer at the conclusion of the program.

Meals: Breakfast

Day Day 1 (5D/4N) — Welcome to Luxor — Embarkation and East Bank temples

Embark the cruise before lunch and take time to settle in. That afternoon visit the vast Karnak Temple complex and Luxor Temple. Return to the ship for tea, dinner and an overnight stay in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 2 (5D/4N) — West Bank and Sail to Esna — Valley of the Kings; sail to Esna

Morning visits to the West Bank include the Valley of the Kings (three tombs included; optional entrances to additional tombs at extra cost), Queen Hatshepsut’s temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the cruise for lunch, then sail south toward Esna and pass through the Esna lock. Dinner and overnight as you continue toward Edfu. An optional early-morning hot air balloon over Luxor is available at extra cost.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 3 (5D/4N) — Edfu & Kom Ombo — Temple of Horus and Kom Ombo visits

Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu (traditionally reached by horse-drawn carriage). Continue sailing and stop at Kom Ombo to explore the twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus and its small museum. Overnight on board as the cruise approaches Aswan.

Day Day 4 (5D/4N) — Aswan: High Dam, Philae & Unfinished Obelisk — Aswan’s principal sites

In Aswan visit the High Dam for panoramic views of Lake Nasser, reach Philae Temple by motorboat on Agilkia Island to see the island shrine to Isis, and explore the Unfinished Obelisk and granite quarries. Optional visits such as a Nubian village can be arranged locally. Overnight in Aswan.

Day Day 5 (5D/4N) — Disembarkation / Optional Abu Simbel — End of cruise; optional excursion

After breakfast complete formalities and disembark. Guests based in Aswan may choose an optional transfer to Abu Simbel by road or flight (available at extra cost).

Included

• Accommodation on board the cruise based on the selected program (Full Board as per itinerary)
• Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure
• Assistance by company personnel during your stay and excursions
• All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle (private)
• All Nile cruise excursions listed in the itinerary (private)
• Entrance fees to sights between Luxor and Aswan as specified
• English-speaking tour guide during cruise excursions (group size 1–8 maximum)
• One complimentary bottle of water per person per day
• All service charges and applicable taxes