Itineraries
04 Days - 03 Nights
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN ASWAN & BOARDING, ASWAN SIGHTSEEING TOUR
- Upon arrival at Aswan Airport (around the clock), you will be met by your expert guide with a welcome board sign to begin your tour of Aswan.
- You will visit the impressive High Dam with the panoramic view of the Great artificial lake of Nasser, then continue the tour to the beautiful Philae Temple (erected for the worship of Goddess Isis), and finally explore the famous Unfinished Obelisk.
- Afterward, you will be transferred to embark on your Nile Cruise ship to check into your cabin and enjoy a welcome drink.
- Lunch will be served on board the ship.
- In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing ride on a traditional Felucca sailboat around Elephantine Island.
- Return to the cruise ship for dinner and your overnight stay on board in Aswan.
DAY 2: SAIL TO LUXOR; VISIT KOM OMBO
- Have breakfast on board. You can relax on deck for the rest of the morning or go on an optional excursion to visit Abu Simbel temple (extra activities).
- As the ship starts its scenic Nile journey to Kom Ombo, enjoy lunch on board.
- When you get to Kom Ombo, go to the one-of-a-kind Kom Ombo Temple, which is dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus.
- Go back to the ship for dinner. The cruise will then head toward Edfu overnight with sharing the crew for entertainment on board
DAY 3: VISIT EDFU TEMPLE. SAILING TO ARRIVE LUXOR
- Have breakfast on board in the early morning. You will then visit the impressive Edfu Temple of God Horus, renowned as one of Egypt’s most well-preserved temples.
- Go back to the ship. The cruise is sailing to Luxor. While cruising, lunch will be served.
- Get an impressive view of the Esna lock as you cross it to get to the lower level of the Nile.
- When you get to Luxor, take an evening tour of the beautiful Luxor Temple. The architecture looks especially amazing when the lights are on.
- Go back to the ship for dinner, entertainment, and a night on board in Luxor.
DAY 4: FULL DAY OF LUXOR SIGHTSEEING - AIRPORT TRANSFER
- You can take an unforgettable hot air balloon ride over the West Bank of Luxor before breakfast (Extra Fee).
- After breakfast on board, you will get off the ship to start your last day of touring in Luxor.
- You will go to visit the Valley of the Kings (which includes entry to three tombs), then explore the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, and visit the huge Colossi of Memnon with your Egyptologist guide.
- Visit the huge and beautiful Karnak Temple complex.
- After that, you will be taken to your Luxor hotel or Luxor Airport.
05 Days - 04 Nights
DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LUXOR & EAST BANK SIGHTSEEING
- When you get to Luxor Airport. Your tour guide will be waiting for you to meet and take you straight to your Nile Cruise ship, where you will check in and get a welcome drink.
- (If you arrive early, we can do the trip in the Karnak temple.)
- Have lunch on the ship. After lunch, you will begin your exploration of Luxor’s East Bank.
- Visit the huge and old Karnak Temple complex, that considered the biggest temple in the world.
- Continue your exploration trip to visit the temple of Luxor in downtown.
- Go back to the cruise ship for dinner and to spend the night.
DAY 2: LUXOR WEST BANK TOUR, BEGIN SAILING SOUTH TO ASWAN
- You can add an early morning hot air balloon ride to get a great view of Luxor (extra charge).
- After breakfast on board, get off the river boat for the full-day tour of the West Bank with your expert guide. Visit the Valley of the Kings (which includes going into three Pharaohs’ tombs), continue with a tour of the impressive Hatshepsut Temple, and the huge Colossi of Memnon.
- Go back to the cruise ship for lunch. The Nile ship goes through the famous Esna Lock on its way to Edfu after passing through Esna.
- Dinner is served on board, followed by entertainment. Staying overnight while in Edfu.
DAY 3: EDFU TEMPLE TOUR, SCENIC SAILING, KOM OMBO VISIT
- Have breakfast on board. Next, you’ll meet your guide and go to the beautiful Edfu Temple, which is known as Egypt’s best-preserved cult temple.
- Get back on the river ship and sail toward Kom Ombo, where you can see the best views of the banks of the River Nile.
- When you get there, go to the one-of-a-kind Kom Ombo Temple, which is known for being a “double temple” for both Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus (the falcon god).
- We go back to the ship for lunch, and then we sail south to Aswan.
- While you’re cruising or docked near Aswan, enjoy dinner and your overnight stay on board.
DAY 4: EXPLORE ASWAN'S TREASURES AND ENJOY A FELUCCA RIDE
- Have breakfast on the River Nile ship. After that, you will get off the boat for a tour that will focus on Aswan’s history and geology.
- Start with your egyptologist guide to visit the beautiful Philae Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Isis and her son god Horus, and was moved stone by stone after the dam was built.
- Then visit the famous Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries of Aswan, where the ancient Egyptians got the stone they used to build things.
- Back to the Nile Cruise for lunch, with a little relaxation, and take a relaxing ride on a traditional Felucca sailboat around Elephantine Island.
- Go back to the ship for dinner and spend the night there in Aswan.
DAY 5: DISEMBARKATION AND TRANSFER TO ASWAN AIRPORT
- On your last day in Aswan, you can take an amazing optional early morning tour of Abu Simbel Temple (extra charge) before the main schedule starts.
- You will disembark the cruise ship after breakfast. After that, your tour leader will meet you for your last ride to Aswan Airport or your Aswan hotel. This will be the end of our services.
Cruise Facilities
Get on the MS Grand Mandarin Nile Cruise, a truly superior luxury 5-star River ship, and take your trip through Ancient Egypt to the next level.
The Grand Mandarin is perfect for travelers to the land of the Pharaohs who know what they want. It has the perfect mix of modern luxury and classic style.
As you sail the beautiful Nile between Luxor and Aswan, we offer a full range of world-class amenities to ensure your comfort, relaxation, and entertainment are always top of mind.
Every detail of your cruise is designed to make it an unforgettable floating retreat, from the cabins with panoramic views and gourmet meals to the pool on the sun deck and the evening entertainment. This is where your greatest Egyptian adventure begins.
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Accommodation & In-Cabin Comfort.
Cabins & Suites: The Grand Mandarin ship has about 62 Deluxe Cabins (about 21 square meters/ 226 square feet) and 2 big Royal Suites (about 30 square meters/ 323 square feet ).
Views: All of the cabins have large panoramic slide windows or French balconies that let you see the Nile scenery without anything getting in the way.
Cabin Amentities:
- Air conditioning that can be controlled by each person.
- Satellite channels on a flat-screen TV.
- There is a mini-bar, a phone, and a music system.
- There is a shower cabin, a hairdryer, and free high-end toiletries in the en-suite bathroom.
- Royal Suites usually have a bigger cabin or lounge area and a Jacuzzi or a big rain shower.
- A fire alarm, a safety box, and a sprinkler system.
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Dining and Lounges
- Lunch, dinner & breakfast are all served in an open buffet style at the Main Restaurant of the ship, also known as “The Gallery Restaurant.”
- The food includes both international and Egyptian dishes. There may also be themed dinners, like BBQ, Vegetarian, free of gluten, or seafood items.
- Lounge/Bar: A modern, air-conditioned space where you can relax, drink cocktails, and take in the stunning views of the Nile.
- The Sun Deck Bar is by the pool and serves drinks and snacks while you relax in the sun.
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Sun Deck and Relaxation
- Swimming Pool: A big and large pool on the sun deck where you can cool off during the day after the visit. There is a jacuzzi or hot tub on the sun deck next to the pool for the best relaxation.
- Sun Loungers and Shaded Areas: The deck has plenty of cabins for sunbathing and relaxing.
- Open-Air Gym: Guests who want to keep up their fitness routine can use cardio machines and weights.
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Entertainment & Onboard Services
- Evening Entertainment: There are nightly shows like
Party for Oriental Galabeya, a Nubian show, or an Egyptian folk dance show, as well as A show of belly dancing. - Shops: There is a gift shop and a jewelry store/beauty salon on the mezzanine level.
- Wellness: A spa center and massage services (may cost extra).
- Internet: Wireless internet access (Free Wi-Fi is usually available, but it can be spotty while sailing).
- Other services include laundry and dry cleaning, as well as an on-call doctor.
Prices Guides
3 Night
Summer Rate: May to September.
- $ 699 USD per person when occupying a Triple Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 799 USD per person when occupying a Double Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 1199 USD per person when occupying a Single Cabin for the entire trip.
Winter Rate: October to April.
- $ 999 USD per person when occupying a Triple Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 1049 USD per person when occupying a Double Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 1699 USD per person when occupying a Single Cabin for the entire trip.
4 Night
Summer Rate: May to September.
- $ 899 USD per person when occupying a Triple Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 1029 USD per person when occupying a Double Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 1599 USD per person when occupying a Single Cabin for the entire trip.
Winter Rate: October to April.
- $ 1229 USD per person when occupying a Triple Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 1349 USD per person when occupying a Double Cabin for the entire trip.
- $ 2099 USD per person when occupying a Single Cabin for the entire trip.
Prices
- Prices are not applicable during peak periods (including Christmas, New Year, and Easter). Please contact us directly for specific pricing during these dates.
- All prices are quoted in American Dollars (USD) and cover the entire duration of the trip.
- There are no hidden fees. The price is fully inclusive of all tours, VAT, and local taxes.
Children Policy
- From 0 to 5.99 years free of charge, sharing parents’ cabin.
- From 6 to 11.99 years sharing a parent’s cabin & will be charged as a half adult with a maximum of one child.
- Children over 12 years will be charged the full rate.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusion
- Meet and help at the Aswan or Luxor airports, including picking you up and taking you to the cruise ship.
- 03 or 04 nights of lodging on the Nile Cruise, with meals included (Full Board – Lunch, Dinner & Breakfast).
- A certified Egyptologist Tour Guide will be with you the whole time during the sightseeing visit.
- Help from our trained staff throughout your stay and on all of your trips.
- A private, modern, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle will take care of all of your transfers.
- All of the Nile Cruise excursions listed in the itinerary are included.
- All of the fees to get into the historical sites in and around Luxor and Aswan.
- All taxes and tips are included.
Exclusion
- All drinks and any meals outside of the standard Full Board plan.
- Tips for the crew, guides, and drivers.
- Add-on excursions like the Abu Simbel trip or the Luxor Balloon ride.
