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Cruise Overview

Royal Ruby Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Royal Ruby Cruise, is a 5-star Standard Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruise planned for travelers who want to sail between Luxor and Aswan while visiting the main temples and historical sites along the Nile. This cruise is listed under Luxor Aswan Nile Cruises and Standard Nile Cruises, according to the selected cruise category, sailing date, and final availability.

Royal Ruby Nile Cruise includes 66 double or twin cabins, 2 single cabins, and 2 suites. The cabins and suites are arranged for travelers booking a standard 5-star Nile River cruise between Luxor and Aswan.

M/S Royal Ruby Cruise departs from Luxor for the 4 Nights Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruise and departs from Aswan for the 3 Nights Aswan and Luxor Nile River Cruise, according to the cruise sailing schedule and final availability.

Royal Ruby Nile Cruise gives travelers the chance to visit the main sightseeing sites in Luxor, the Ancient City, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan, the Nubian City in one organized Nile cruise program. The cruise usually operates as a 4 Days 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor or a 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, depending on the confirmed sailing direction and available cruise schedule.

In Luxor, the program includes the main East Bank and West Bank sites. You will visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in Egypt, with construction and additions made by many kings over more than 1,500 years.

The Luxor East Bank program also includes Luxor Temple, an important ancient Egyptian temple located in the center of Luxor. The temple was mainly connected with the worship of Amun and was linked to Karnak Temple by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes.

On the Luxor West Bank, you will visit the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial area used by many New Kingdom pharaohs. The valley includes tombs from the 18th, 19th, and 20th Dynasties, with decorated corridors, burial chambers, and religious scenes connected with the afterlife.

The West Bank program also includes the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built for Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty in the 15th century BC. The temple is located at Deir El Bahari and is known for its terraces, colonnades, and location against the Theban cliffs.

You will also stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two large seated statues of King Amenhotep III. The statues are about 18 meters / 60 feet high and once stood in front of the king’s mortuary temple on the West Bank of Luxor.

During the sailing between Luxor and Aswan, the cruise program includes Edfu Temple, also known as the Temple of Horus. Edfu Temple was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 BC and 57 BC and is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.

The cruise also includes Kom Ombo Temple, also known as the Temple of Sobek and Horus the Elder. The temple was built mainly during the Ptolemaic period and is known for its double design, with 2 entrances, 2 courts, 2 hypostyle halls, and 2 sanctuaries.

In Aswan, the sightseeing program includes the Aswan High Dam, constructed between 1960 and 1970 to control the Nile flood, improve irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power. The dam helped create Lake Nasser, which extends for about 500 km / 310 miles through southern Egypt and northern Sudan.

You will also visit the Unfinished Obelisk, located in the ancient granite quarries of Aswan. The obelisk is usually connected with Queen Hatshepsut and would have measured about 42 meters / 138 feet if completed.

The Aswan program also includes Philae Temple, one of the main ancient monuments of Aswan. The temple was dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis and was relocated to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign between 1972 and 1980.

Optional tours can be added according to your cruise direction, available time, and final confirmation. In Luxor, you can add the Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor or the Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples.

In Aswan, you can add the Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple, the Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan by Road, or the Abu Simbel Tour from Aswan by Flight. Abu Simbel is located about 280 km / 174 miles southwest of Aswan, and the road trip usually takes around 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes each way.

These sites are among the main Luxor Attractions, Aswan Attractions, and Nile River Valley monuments for travelers who want to visit ancient temples, royal tombs, Nile-side sites, and Aswan monuments in one cruise program.

This cruise is suitable for visitors searching for Royal Ruby Nile Cruise, M/S Royal Ruby Cruise, Standard Nile Cruises, Luxor Aswan Nile Cruises, Nile River Cruises, 4 Days Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor, 5 Days Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, Egypt Nile Cruises, Luxor Tours, Aswan Tours, and Nile cruise packages.

WOW Egypt Tours arranges Royal Ruby Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Royal Ruby Cruise, with clear organization and direct sightseeing. The cruise includes private air-conditioned transfers, 5-star standard Nile cruise accommodation on a full-board basis, an Egyptologist guide for the included sightseeing, entrance fees according to the confirmed program, meals as mentioned, bottled water, and all service charges and taxes.

Cruise Summary

  • From: $602
  • Duration: 4 Days / 5 Days
  • Schedule: Mon & Fri
  • Route:
    Luxor & Aswan
  • Group Size: Exclusive
  • Category: Nile Cruise
  • Trip Type: Cruise
  • Pick-up & Drop-off:
    Luxor or Aswan

Cruise Facilities

  • Cabins with Balcony: Spacious cabins with a large panoramic window that opens into a private balcony.
  • Air Conditioning: All cabins are fully air-conditioned with individual control.
  • Private Bathroom: Each cabin includes a private bathroom with bathtub and hair dryer.
  • Entertainment: Colored TV with in-house music, video channels, and a dedicated movie channel.
  • Mini Bar: Mini bar available inside the cabin.
  • Telephone: International telephone available in cabins.
  • Safety Box: In-cabin safety box for personal belongings.
  • Luggage Rack: Luggage rack available inside the cabin for better storage.
  • Doctor Service: Doctor available 24 hours around the clock.
  • Internet Access: Internet access available onboard.
  • Swimming Pool: Swimming pool available on the cruise.
  • Laundry Service: Laundry service and housekeeping available onboard.
WiFi Air Conditioning Private Bath TV Mini Bar Restaurant Lounge Bar Pool Sun Deck Gift Shop Laundry Service Doctor Available 24

Cruise Attractions

Luxor The Ancient City

Luxor The Ancient City

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Karnak Temple

Karnak Temple

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Luxor Temple

Luxor Temple

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Valley Of The Kings

Valley Of The Kings

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Queen Hatshepsut's Temple

Queen Hatshepsut's Temple

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Colossi Of Memnon

Colossi Of Memnon

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Edfu Temple of Horus

Edfu Temple of Horus

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Kom Ombo Temple of Sobek

Kom Ombo Temple of Sobek

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Aswan The Nubian City

Aswan The Nubian City

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High Dam

High Dam

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Unfinished Obelisk

Unfinished Obelisk

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Philae Temple

Philae Temple

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Cruise Itineraries

1 Day 1: Embarkation and Aswan Sightseeing

Arrival in Aswan

Upon your arrival at Aswan International Airport (ASW), Aswan Train Station, your hotel, Nile Cruise, or your location in Aswan, your WOW Egypt Tours representative and driver will meet you and assist with luggage before starting the transfer to your 5★ Nile Cruise.

Transfer to Your Nile Cruise

You will be transferred by private modern air-conditioned vehicle to the Nile Cruise docking area in Aswan. Your representative and driver will assist during the transfer, and upon arrival at the port, the cruise staff will collect your luggage directly from the vehicle and deliver it to reception for check-in.

Check-in

Upon boarding your 5★ Nile Cruise, complete the check-in formalities at reception. The cruise staff will assist you and ensure a comfortable start to your Nile cruise program. Afterwards, proceed to your cabin and store your luggage.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served onboard.

Aswan High Dam

Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects. The dam was constructed between 1960 and 1970 to control the annual Nile flood, improve irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power.

The Aswan High Dam is about 3,830 meters / 12,565 feet long and helped create Lake Nasser, which extends for about 500 km / 310 miles through southern Egypt and northern Sudan. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the dam’s role in modern Egypt and its connection with Aswan, the Nile, and the relocation of Nubian monuments.

The Unfinished Obelisk

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries of Aswan. The obelisk is usually connected with Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty, who ruled Egypt in the 15th century BC.

The Unfinished Obelisk would have measured about 42 meters / 138 feet and weighed around 1,200 tons if completed. It was abandoned after cracks appeared in the stone, and today it gives clear evidence of ancient Egyptian quarrying and stone-working techniques.

Philae Temple

Visit Philae Temple, one of the main ancient monuments of Aswan. The temple complex was dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis and includes construction from the Late Period, Ptolemaic period, and Roman period.

Philae Temple was relocated to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign between 1972 and 1980 after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the worship of Isis, the temple reliefs, the Osiris myth, and the relocation project.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner is served onboard.

Optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple

In the evening, you can attend the optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple, subject to operation on the day of your visit and final confirmation.

The show uses light, sound, and narration to present the history of Philae Temple, the worship of Isis, the Osiris myth, and the temple’s relocation to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign.

Overnight in Aswan

Overnight onboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Aswan.

Meals
Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Onboard 5★ Nile Cruise

2 Day 2: Optional Abu Simbel Tour and Kom Ombo Temple

Early Morning Optional Abu Simbel Tour

Early morning, you can join an optional Abu Simbel Temples Tour from Aswan by road or by flight, according to your preference, flight availability, road schedule, and final confirmation.

If you join this optional tour, a breakfast box will be arranged by the cruise and left at reception before departure.

Abu Simbel Temples

Visit the Abu Simbel Temples, one of the main ancient monuments of southern Egypt. The site includes two temples built by Ramses II during the 19th Dynasty in the 13th century BC.

The Great Temple of Ramses II is known for its four colossal seated statues, each about 20 meters / 66 feet high. The Small Temple was dedicated to Hathor and Queen Nefertari. Both temples were relocated during the 1960s UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Breakfast Time

Breakfast is served onboard for guests staying on the cruise. A breakfast box will be arranged for guests joining the optional Abu Simbel tour.

Sailing Towards Kom Ombo

The cruise sails north towards Kom Ombo, located about 45 km / 28 miles north of Aswan. During the sailing, you can view Nile villages, agricultural land, local boats, and riverbank life along the route.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served onboard.

Kom Ombo Temple

Visit Kom Ombo Temple, one of the main temples between Aswan and Edfu. The temple was built mainly during the Ptolemaic period, especially between 180 BC and 47 BC.

Kom Ombo Temple is known as a double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, also known as Horus the Elder. The temple has a symmetrical layout with 2 entrances, 2 courts, 2 hypostyle halls, and 2 sanctuaries.

The temple walls include relief scenes connected with ancient Egyptian religion, medical instruments, calendars, offerings, and royal rituals. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the temple’s religious function, its crocodile connection, and its importance as one of the main monuments of the Nile River Valley.

Sailing to Edfu

After visiting Kom Ombo Temple, the cruise sails north towards Edfu. During the sailing, you may spend time on the sundeck or in the lounge while viewing the Nile banks, small villages, local boats, and agricultural areas along the route.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner is served onboard.

Overnight in Edfu

Overnight onboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Edfu.

Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Onboard 5★ Nile Cruise

3 Day 3: Edfu Temple and Luxor East Bank

Breakfast Time

Breakfast is served onboard.

Edfu Temple

Visit Edfu Temple, also known as the Temple of Horus. It is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 BC and 57 BC.

The temple is dedicated to Horus, the falcon god, and is known for its large pylon, open court, hypostyle halls, sanctuary, side chambers, and detailed wall inscriptions. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the myth of Horus and Set, the temple’s religious function, and the main relief scenes inside the temple.

Sailing Towards Luxor

After visiting Edfu Temple, the cruise sails north towards Luxor. During the sailing, the cruise passes through Esna Lock, where vessels move between different Nile water levels according to navigation conditions.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served onboard.

Karnak Temple

Visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in Egypt. The site was developed over more than 2,000 years and was mainly dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.

Karnak Temple covers about 247 acres and includes pylons, courts, chapels, sanctuaries, sacred lakes, and the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 massive columns. The temple also marks the northern end of the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes, which connected Karnak Temple with Luxor Temple.

Luxor Temple

Visit Luxor Temple, an important ancient Egyptian temple located in the center of Luxor. The temple was constructed mainly during the reign of Amenhotep III around 1400 BC and was later expanded by Ramses II.

Luxor Temple was connected with kingship, religious ceremonies, and the Opet Festival. The temple includes large courts, columns, statues, reliefs, and the southern end of the Avenue of Sphinxes that linked it with Karnak Temple.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner is served onboard.

Optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples

In the evening, you can attend the optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples, subject to operation on the day of your visit and final confirmation.

The show uses light, sound, and narration to present the history of Karnak Temple, the Theban rulers, the god Amun, and the importance of the temple complex in ancient Egyptian religion.

Overnight in Luxor

Overnight onboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Luxor.

Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Onboard 5★ Nile Cruise

4 Day 4: Luxor West Bank and Disembarkation

Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor

Early morning, you can join the optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor, subject to weather conditions, flight permission, and final confirmation.

The balloon ride gives aerial views over the West Bank of Luxor, including agricultural land, desert hills, Nile views, and the Theban Necropolis area before returning to your Nile Cruise for breakfast.

Breakfast Time

Breakfast is served onboard.

Valley of the Kings

Visit the Valley of the Kings, located in the Theban Necropolis on the West Bank of Luxor. The valley was used as a royal burial area during the New Kingdom period, from around 1550 BC to 1070 BC.

The Valley of the Kings includes more than 60 tombs, including tombs connected with famous rulers such as Tutankhamun, Ramses II, Ramses III, Seti I, and other New Kingdom kings. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the tomb decoration, funerary texts, royal burial traditions, and the importance of the valley in ancient Egyptian history.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, one of the main monuments on the West Bank of Luxor. The temple was built for Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty in the 15th century BC.

The temple is known for its terraces, colonnades, ramps, and location against the limestone cliffs. Your Egyptologist guide will explain Hatshepsut’s reign, the temple design, the scenes of the Punt expedition, and the temple’s connection with Amun, Hathor, and Anubis.

Colossi of Memnon

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues of King Amenhotep III on the West Bank of Luxor. The statues are about 18 meters / 60 feet high and once stood in front of the king’s mortuary temple.

The Colossi of Memnon are among the main landmarks of Luxor West Bank and are usually visited as part of the West Bank sightseeing route between the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

Disembarkation in Luxor

After completing the Luxor West Bank sightseeing visits, complete the disembarkation formalities from your 5★ Nile Cruise in Luxor. Prepare your luggage and make sure you have collected all personal belongings from your cabin and the cruise common areas.

Hand over your cabin key at reception and complete the check-out formalities. The cruise staff will assist with moving your luggage from the cruise to the vehicle for your onward transfer.

Drop-off

After disembarkation, you will be transferred by private modern air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor International Airport (LUX), Luxor Train Station, your hotel, Nile Cruise, or your agreed final location in Luxor according to your travel plan.

Meals
Breakfast

1 Day 1: Embarkation and Luxor East Bank

Arrival in Luxor

Upon your arrival at Luxor International Airport (LUX), Luxor Train Station, your hotel, Nile Cruise, or your location in Luxor, your WOW Egypt Tours representative and driver will meet you and assist with luggage before starting the transfer to your 5★ Nile Cruise.

Transfer to Your Nile Cruise

You will be transferred by private modern air-conditioned vehicle to the Nile Cruise docking area in Luxor. Your representative and driver will assist during the transfer, and upon arrival at the port, the cruise staff will collect your luggage directly from the vehicle and deliver it to reception for check-in.

Check-in

Upon boarding your 5★ Nile Cruise, complete the check-in formalities at reception. The cruise staff will assist you and ensure a comfortable start to your Nile cruise program. Afterwards, proceed to your cabin and store your luggage.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served onboard.

Karnak Temple

Visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in Egypt. The site was developed over more than 2,000 years and was mainly dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu.

Karnak Temple covers about 247 acres and includes pylons, courts, chapels, sanctuaries, sacred lakes, and the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 massive columns. The temple also marks the northern end of the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes, which connected Karnak Temple with Luxor Temple.

Luxor Temple

Visit Luxor Temple, an important ancient Egyptian temple located in the center of Luxor. The temple was constructed mainly during the reign of Amenhotep III around 1400 BC and was later expanded by Ramses II.

Luxor Temple was connected with kingship, religious ceremonies, and the Opet Festival. The temple includes large courts, columns, statues, reliefs, and the southern end of the Avenue of Sphinxes that linked it with Karnak Temple.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner is served onboard.

Optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples

In the evening, you can attend the optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples, subject to operation on the day of your visit and final confirmation.

The show uses light, sound, and narration to present the history of Karnak Temple, the Theban rulers, the god Amun, and the importance of the temple complex in ancient Egyptian religion.

Overnight in Luxor

Overnight onboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Luxor.

Meals
Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Onboard 5★ Nile Cruise

2 Day 2: Luxor West Bank and Sailing to Edfu

Optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor

Early morning, you can join the optional Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor, subject to weather conditions, flight permission, and final confirmation.

The balloon ride gives aerial views over the West Bank of Luxor, including agricultural land, desert hills, Nile views, and the Theban Necropolis area before returning to your Nile Cruise for breakfast.

Breakfast Time

Breakfast is served onboard.

Valley of the Kings

Visit the Valley of the Kings, located in the Theban Necropolis on the West Bank of Luxor. The valley was used as a royal burial area during the New Kingdom period, from around 1550 BC to 1070 BC.

The Valley of the Kings includes more than 60 tombs, including tombs connected with famous rulers such as Tutankhamun, Ramses II, Ramses III, Seti I, and other New Kingdom kings. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the tomb decoration, funerary texts, royal burial traditions, and the importance of the valley in ancient Egyptian history.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, one of the main monuments on the West Bank of Luxor. The temple was built for Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty in the 15th century BC.

The temple is known for its terraces, colonnades, ramps, and location against the limestone cliffs. Your Egyptologist guide will explain Hatshepsut’s reign, the temple design, the scenes of the Punt expedition, and the temple’s connection with Amun, Hathor, and Anubis.

Colossi of Memnon

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues of King Amenhotep III on the West Bank of Luxor. The statues are about 18 meters / 60 feet high and once stood in front of the king’s mortuary temple.

The Colossi of Memnon are among the main landmarks of Luxor West Bank and are usually visited as part of the West Bank sightseeing route between the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served onboard.

Sailing Towards Edfu

After lunch, the cruise sails south along the Nile towards Edfu. During the sailing, the cruise passes through Esna Lock, where vessels move between different Nile water levels according to navigation conditions.

You may spend time on the sundeck or in the lounge while viewing the Nile banks, villages, agricultural land, and river traffic along the route.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner is served onboard.

Overnight in Edfu

Overnight onboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Edfu.

Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Onboard 5★ Nile Cruise

3 Day 3: Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple

Breakfast Time

Breakfast is served onboard.

Horse Carriage to Edfu Temple

Take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the town to reach Edfu Temple. The carriage ride is arranged according to the cruise docking point, local traffic, and operating conditions on the day of your visit.

Edfu Temple

Visit Edfu Temple, also known as the Temple of Horus. It is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and was built during the Ptolemaic period between 237 BC and 57 BC.

The temple is dedicated to Horus, the falcon god, and is known for its large pylon, open court, hypostyle halls, sanctuary, side chambers, and detailed wall inscriptions. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the myth of Horus and Set, the temple’s religious function, and the main relief scenes inside the temple.

Sailing Towards Kom Ombo

After visiting Edfu Temple, the cruise sails south along the Nile towards Kom Ombo. During the sailing, you can view river landscapes, local villages, agricultural land, and Nile traffic along the banks.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served onboard.

Kom Ombo Temple

Visit Kom Ombo Temple, one of the main temples between Edfu and Aswan. The temple was built mainly during the Ptolemaic period, especially between 180 BC and 47 BC.

Kom Ombo Temple is known as a double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, also known as Horus the Elder. The temple has a symmetrical layout with 2 entrances, 2 courts, 2 hypostyle halls, and 2 sanctuaries.

The temple walls include relief scenes connected with ancient Egyptian religion, medical instruments, calendars, offerings, and royal rituals. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the temple’s religious function, its crocodile connection, and its importance as one of the main monuments of the Nile River Valley.

Sailing Towards Aswan

After visiting Kom Ombo Temple, the cruise continues sailing south towards Aswan. During the sailing, you may spend time on the sundeck or in the lounge while the cruise continues along the Nile.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner is served onboard.

Overnight in Aswan

Overnight onboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Aswan.

Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Onboard 5★ Nile Cruise

4 Day 4: Aswan Sightseeing

Breakfast Time

Breakfast is served onboard.

Aswan High Dam

Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects. The dam was constructed between 1960 and 1970 to control the annual Nile flood, improve irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power.

The Aswan High Dam is about 3,830 meters / 12,565 feet long and helped create Lake Nasser, which extends for about 500 km / 310 miles through southern Egypt and northern Sudan. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the dam’s role in modern Egypt and its connection with Aswan, the Nile, and the relocation of Nubian monuments.

The Unfinished Obelisk

Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries of Aswan. The obelisk is usually connected with Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty, who ruled Egypt in the 15th century BC.

The Unfinished Obelisk would have measured about 42 meters / 138 feet and weighed around 1,200 tons if completed. It was abandoned after cracks appeared in the stone, and today it gives clear evidence of ancient Egyptian quarrying and stone-working techniques.

Philae Temple

Visit Philae Temple, one of the main ancient monuments of Aswan. The temple complex was dedicated mainly to the goddess Isis and includes construction from the Late Period, Ptolemaic period, and Roman period.

Philae Temple was relocated to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign between 1972 and 1980 after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the worship of Isis, the temple reliefs, the Osiris myth, and the relocation project.

Lunch Time

Lunch is served onboard.

Optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple

In the evening, you can attend the optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple, subject to operation on the day of your visit and final confirmation.

The show uses light, sound, and narration to present the history of Philae Temple, the worship of Isis, the Osiris myth, and the temple’s relocation to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner is served onboard.

Overnight in Aswan

Overnight onboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Aswan.

Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight
Onboard 5★ Nile Cruise

5 Day 5: Optional Abu Simbel Tour and Disembarkation

Optional Abu Simbel Tour

Early morning, you can join an optional Abu Simbel Temples Tour from Aswan by road or by flight, according to your preference, flight availability, road schedule, and final confirmation.

If you join this optional tour, a breakfast box will be arranged by the cruise and left at reception before departure.

Breakfast Box

Breakfast will be prepared as boxes for guests joining the optional Abu Simbel tour. Guests who are not joining the optional tour can have breakfast onboard according to the cruise schedule.

Abu Simbel Temples

Visit the Abu Simbel Temples, one of the main ancient monuments of southern Egypt. The site includes two temples built by Ramses II during the 19th Dynasty in the 13th century BC.

The Great Temple of Ramses II is known for its four colossal seated statues, each about 20 meters / 66 feet high. The Small Temple was dedicated to Hathor and Queen Nefertari. Both temples were relocated during the 1960s UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Check-out

After returning from Abu Simbel, or after breakfast if you are not joining the optional tour, complete the check-out formalities from your 5★ Nile Cruise in Aswan. Prepare your luggage and make sure you have collected all personal belongings from your cabin and the cruise common areas.

Hand over your cabin key at reception and complete the check-out formalities. The cruise staff will assist with moving your luggage from the cruise to the vehicle for your onward transfer.

Drop-off

After check-out, you will be transferred by private modern air-conditioned vehicle to Aswan International Airport (ASW), Aswan Train Station, your hotel, Nile Cruise, or your agreed final location in Aswan according to your travel plan.

Meals
Breakfast

Cruise Inclusions

  • Meet and Assist Services Upon Arrival and Departure
  • Assistance From Our Personnel Throughout Your Tour
  • Private Modern Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Accommodation Onboard a 5★ Nile River Cruise
  • Full Board Basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
  • Egyptologist Guide During Your Excursions
  • All Nile River Cruise Excursions as Mentioned in the Itinerary
  • Entrance Fees to All Sites Between Luxor and Aswan
  • Bottled Water During Tours and Transfers
  • All Service Charges and Taxes

Cruise Exclusions

  • International Airfare
  • Egypt Entry Visa
  • Domestic Flights Unless Mentioned in the Final Confirmation
  • Any Extras Not Mentioned in the Itinerary
  • Personal Expenses
  • Meals and Drinks Not Mentioned in the Inclusions
  • Tipping

Cruise Notes

  • Prices are based on private services during the Nile cruise sightseeing program, including a private professional Egyptologist guide, private modern air-conditioned vehicle, and private driver. Many other providers operate Nile cruise excursions with shared travelers, shared guide service, and shared transportation, but our listed prices are based on private guided service for the included visits.
  • If you book your arrival to Luxor by yourself, whether by flight, train, or private vehicle, it is recommended to arrange your arrival between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM so the cruise embarkation and first-day sightseeing program can be arranged comfortably without rushing or missing any included visits.
  • If you book your arrival to Aswan by yourself, whether by flight, train, or private vehicle, it is recommended to arrange your arrival before 8:00 AM so the cruise embarkation and first-day sightseeing program can be arranged comfortably without rushing or missing any included visits.
  • For early flights or trains, we recommend arriving one day before the cruise starts to avoid delays affecting the first-day sightseeing program.
  • If you book your departure from Aswan by yourself, whether by flight, train, or private vehicle, it is recommended to arrange your departure after 4:00 PM so the final sightseeing program, disembarkation, and transfer arrangements can be completed comfortably without rushing or missing any included visits.
  • If you book your departure from Luxor by yourself, whether by flight, train, or private vehicle, it is recommended to arrange your departure after 4:00 PM so the final sightseeing program, disembarkation, and transfer arrangements can be completed comfortably without rushing or missing any included visits.
  • For late flights or trains after disembarkation, we recommend keeping enough time after 4:00 PM for transfers, luggage handling, and airport or train station procedures.
  • Extra days can be added in Luxor, Aswan, Cairo, or Hurghada before or after the cruise as part of a longer Egypt itinerary.
  • Domestic flights can also be arranged from Cairo to Luxor, Luxor to Cairo, Cairo to Aswan, or Aswan to Cairo according to the cruise direction and available flight schedule.
  • Cabin category, deck level, and cabin availability depend on your booking date, cruise sailing date, and final confirmation.
  • Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Ride over Luxor can be added at additional charge if available during your stay in Luxor.
  • Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temples can be added at additional charge if available during your stay in Luxor.
  • Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple can be added at additional charge if available during your stay in Aswan.
  • Abu Simbel day tour from Aswan by road or by flight can be added before or after the cruise if your travel schedule allows.
  • A Sara Nile Cruise can be combined with Cairo sightseeing, Giza Pyramids tour, Abu Simbel road trip, Lake Nasser Cruise, Hurghada beach stay, or a full Egypt tour package.
  • Early booking is recommended because Nile cruises have fixed sailing dates and limited cabin availability, especially during winter and peak travel seasons.
  • You can also check our Luxor Aswan Nile Cruises and Standard Nile Cruises for more Nile cruise options.
  • If you are planning a longer Egypt program, you can also check our Egypt Tour Packages and Egypt Travel Packages.

Cruise Price Details

Cabin Type 4Days 5Days
Single Cabin
(One Single Bed) 		$1,169
Per Person 		$1,337
Per Person
Double Cabin
(Twin Beds or King Bed) 		$709
Per Person 		$810
Per Person
Triple Cabin
(3 Single Beds or 1 King + 1 Single) 		$602
Per Person 		$689
Per Person
Notes
Children 0 - 1.9 years old: Free of charge
Children 2 - 5.9 years old: 25% of the adult price
Children 6 - 11.9 years old: 50% of the adult price
Children 12+ years old: Full adult price
Child pricing applies to children who share cabins with their parents. Maximum 1 child in one cabin.
Prices may vary depending on group size.
Large groups: Special prices are available. Please contact us for a custom group rate.
Prices include private Nile cruise sightseeing with a professional Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, and private driver, not shared travelers, shared guide, or shared transportation.
Cabin Type 4Days 5Days
Single Cabin
(One Single Bed) 		$1,299
Per Person 		$1,485
Per Person
Double Cabin
(Twin Beds or King Bed) 		$788
Per Person 		$900
Per Person
Triple Cabin
(3 Single Beds or 1 King + 1 Single) 		$669
Per Person 		$765
Per Person
Notes
Children 0 - 1.9 years old: Free of charge
Children 2 - 5.9 years old: 25% of the adult price
Children 6 - 11.9 years old: 50% of the adult price
Children 12+ years old: Full adult price
Child pricing applies to children who share cabins with their parents. Maximum 1 child in one cabin.
Prices may vary depending on group size.
Large groups: Special prices are available. Please contact us for a custom group rate.
Prices include private Nile cruise sightseeing with a professional Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, and private driver, not shared travelers, shared guide, or shared transportation.
Cabin Type 4Days 5Days
Single Cabin
(One Single Bed) 		$1,494
Per Person 		$1,708
Per Person
Double Cabin
(Twin Beds or King Bed) 		$906
Per Person 		$1,035
Per Person
Triple Cabin
(3 Single Beds or 1 King + 1 Single) 		$770
Per Person 		$880
Per Person
Notes
Children 0 - 1.9 years old: Free of charge
Children 2 - 5.9 years old: 25% of the adult price
Children 6 - 11.9 years old: 50% of the adult price
Children 12+ years old: Full adult price
Child pricing applies to children who share cabins with their parents. Maximum 1 child in one cabin.
Prices may vary depending on group size.
Large groups: Special prices are available. Please contact us for a custom group rate.
Prices include private Nile cruise sightseeing with a professional Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, and private driver, not shared travelers, shared guide, or shared transportation.

Cruise Resources

Your Royal Ruby Nile Cruise booking is confirmed after receiving your cruise request and confirming the availability of the selected sailing date, cabin category, guide, transfers, and included sightseeing program.

The final pickup time, meeting details, cruise name, cabin category, sailing direction, and itinerary details will be sent after confirmation.

A 25% down payment is required at the time of booking to secure your Royal Ruby Nile Cruise cabin, transfers, sightseeing arrangements, and included services.

The remaining balance can be paid 7 days before the cruise date for your convenience.

Payment can be made by Bank Transfer, Credit Card, Debit Card, or cash, according to the confirmed booking terms.

Online payment details can be sent after confirmation if you prefer to pay by card or bank transfer. The booking is only guaranteed after the required down payment is received and confirmed.

Cancellation fees for Royal Ruby Nile Cruise depend on the cancellation date and Nile cruise booking conditions.

  • Cancellation more than 60 days before the cruise date: 25% cancellation fee
  • Cancellation from 45 to 60 days before the cruise date: 50% cancellation fee
  • Cancellation from 30 to 44 days before the cruise date: 75% cancellation fee
  • Cancellation less than 30 days before the cruise date or no-show: 100% cancellation fee

Some Nile cruise bookings, peak-season dates, special offers, and confirmed cabin allocations may have stricter cancellation terms according to the Nile cruise policy.

Children prices are based on the child’s age on the cruise date.

  • 0 - 1.9 years old: Free of charge
  • 2 - 5 years old: 25% of the adult price
  • 6 - 11 years old: 50% of the adult price
  • 12+ years old: Full adult price

Child pricing applies to children who share cabins with their parents. Maximum 1 child can share one cabin with the parents, according to the Nile cruise cabin policy and availability.

Children must be accompanied by an adult during the cruise, transfers, and sightseeing visits.

Special prices are available for large groups, families, student groups, corporate groups, and travel agencies booking Royal Ruby Nile Cruise.

Please contact WOW Egypt Tours with the cruise name, sailing date, number of travelers, cabin types, pickup location, drop-off location, and preferred sailing direction to receive a custom group rate.

Please bring your passport, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, personal medication, and cash for personal expenses or optional tipping.

For airport transfers, train station pickup, Nile cruise check-in arrangements, and sightseeing permissions, passport details may be required before the cruise date.

If you have any special request, such as a specific guide language, cabin preference, child sharing request, wheelchair assistance, dietary request, birthday arrangement, or different pickup and drop-off points, please mention it when sending your booking request.

Special requests are subject to cruise availability, sailing conditions, safety rules, and final confirmation.

Tipping is not included in the Royal Ruby Nile Cruise price and remains optional.

Suggested tipping range:

  • Private driver or representative: $2 - $5 per person per service
  • Egyptologist guide: $5 - $10 per person per day
  • Nile cruise staff: $5 - $10 per person per night

Tipping can be given directly at the end of the service if you are satisfied with the service.

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