Board the MS Crown Jewel Nile Cruise and make yourself comfortable in your well-prepared cabin. After lunch on board, begin the first discoveries in Aswan with a guided visit to the High Dam, an impressive modern project that reshaped the Nile’s flow. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, where you can see how ancient craftsmen worked granite in the quarries. End the afternoon at the Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis and beautifully set on Agilkia Island after its relocation. Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy your first night surrounded by the atmosphere of the Nile.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: On board in Aswan

Enjoy breakfast as the cruise continues sailing north, with ever-changing Nile views along the way. Your first stop is Kom Ombo Temple, famous for its perfectly balanced design and its dedication to two deities, Sobek and Horus. Take time to admire its unique layout and the intriguing crocodile mummies connected with the temple’s history. Back on board, lunch is served as you continue toward Edfu. Upon arrival, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, reaching it by horse-drawn carriage through the local streets. Return to the ship for dinner while the cruise proceeds onward toward Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Overnight: On board

Start your morning with breakfast on board, then head out for a detailed exploration of Luxor’s West Bank. Begin at the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of powerful rulers are hidden within the desert hills, including the tomb of Tutankhamun. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a striking monument built against the limestone cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Before returning, pause for photos at the Colossi of Memnon, the towering remains that once guarded a vast temple complex. Go back to the MS Crown Jewel Nile Cruise for lunch, dinner, and a relaxing evening after a day filled with ancient history.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Overnight: On board

After breakfast, it is time to disembark and continue with guided sightseeing on Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the immense Karnak Temple Complex, known for its monumental columns, sacred lake, and the famed Avenue of Sphinxes. Then proceed to Luxor Temple, a masterpiece of royal construction that was historically linked to Karnak by a ceremonial route. With these final visits completed, your Nile cruise experience comes to an end, leaving you with lasting impressions of Luxor’s grandeur.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Not included

Arrive in Luxor and begin your journey aboard the Jaz Crown Jewel Nile Cruise with a warm welcome and embarkation. After lunch, set out to explore two of the city’s most celebrated monuments on the East Bank. Start with Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in Egypt, renowned for its monumental scale and sphinx-lined avenues. Continue to Luxor Temple, a remarkable work shaped by successive kings and pharaohs. Return to the ship for dinner, and enjoy the evening atmosphere of Luxor as your cruise adventure begins.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: On board in Luxor

Following breakfast, cross to Luxor’s West Bank to visit the city’s legendary burial grounds and temples. Explore the Valley of the Kings, where royal tombs lie carved deep into the desert landscape. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, distinctively built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari and celebrated for its elegant design. End the visit with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the MS Crown Jewel Nile Cruise and begin sailing toward Edfu, passing through the Esna Lock on the way.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Overnight: On board

Begin the day with a visit to Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temple sites and dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. After touring the temple, return to the cruise for lunch as the ship continues its journey. Later, stop at the Temple of Kom Ombo, a rare double temple honoring Sobek and Horus the Elder. Discover its distinctive symmetry and view the ancient medical instruments depicted within the temple scenes. Back on board, relax as the cruise continues sailing toward Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Overnight: On board

Arrive in Aswan and set off with your guide to explore the city’s key landmarks. Visit the High Dam, a powerful modern structure that controls the Nile’s waters. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, still resting in its original granite quarry and offering a fascinating glimpse into ancient techniques. Then head to the Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis and carefully relocated to protect it from flooding, now beautifully situated on Agilkia Island. Return to the Jaz Crown Jewel Nile Cruise for your final evening on board, with dinner and a peaceful Nile setting to close the day.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Overnight: On board in Aswan

Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking in Aswan. Take a final moment to appreciate the Nile views as your cruise journey concludes, carrying memories of temples, tombs, and unforgettable landscapes along the river.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Not included