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The Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise is truly a five-star experience on the Nile. Being the counterpart of the MS Minerva Nile cruise, the Steigenberger Legacy creates an ideal atmosphere and serves as a cozy base. It charts the same course that Pharaohs would have taken during their majestic processions. The Steigenberger Legacy not only offers luxurious accommodation and tantalizing dishes but also a range of onboard entertainment and leisure activities. The ship provides options for a 3-night tour from Aswan, a 4-night journey from Luxor, and even a 7-night trip starting from either Aswan or Luxor.
Enjoy basking under the sun on the extensive sun deck that stretches across the ship's entire length. Offering a 24-hour reception service and international telephone facilities, the Steigenberger Legacy ensures you stay connected throughout your journey. The large restaurant, adorned with elegance, has the capacity to serve all passengers in one seating. The lavish lounge and bar create the perfect setting for relaxation or conversation. You can refresh yourself in the sun deck swimming pool, or indulge in your preferred cocktail at the pool bar of the Steigenberger Legacy Nile cruise.
Cruise Itinerary
Day 1- Aswan City Tour1
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Upon your arrival in Aswan, our English-speaking guide will welcome you and accompany you in a private air-conditioned vehicle to your majestic Nile cruise ship. You must complete the check-in process before noon. Initially, a lunch meal awaits you on board. Following lunch, you'll be taken for a visit to The High Dam, a significant structure commissioned by Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD as a safety measure against the Nile flood. Afterwards, take pleasure in a motorboat ride on the Nile that will lead you to the Temple of Philae. This temple, constructed during the Graeco-Roman era, is dedicated to the goddess Isis. Finally, you'll be guided to see The Unfinished Obelisk, a red granite monument devoted to the god Amun Ra. After the completion of your sightseeing tour, you will return to your ship. The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure in Aswan.
Day 2- Kom Ombo & Edfu2
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Your ship will serve breakfast for you. Following that, you'll be accompanied by your Egyptologist guide to explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, one of Egypt's most amazing temples, dedicated to the dual worship of the gods Sobek and Haroeris. Return to your ship afterward and savor your lunch on the sun deck while appreciating the unique scenery of the mighty Nile River. In the afternoon, experience a chariot ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, regarded as one of Egypt's best-preserved temples. Upon concluding your tour, you'll be escorted back to your ship. Spend the rest of your afternoon relaxing on board. Dinner will be provided on the ship. In the evening, the ship's staff will organize an Egyptian Folkloric Show party.
Day 3- Luxor West Bank3
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Begin your day with a delightful breakfast aboard your Nile cruise. Next, embark on an enchanting journey through Thebes, the holy grounds, starting with the exploration of Luxor's west bank. Here you'll find the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place for ancient Egypt's Theban kings and rulers, including our cherished Pharaohs. Your journey continues to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple stands as one of the most extraordinary exemplars of ancient Egyptian architecture due to its unique design carved straight into the mountainside. Lastly, pay a visit to the Colossi of Memnon, a historical monument belonging to King Amenhotep III. After your tour, return to your ship for a scrumptious lunch. Spend the rest of your afternoon at your leisure. Conclude your day with a delicious dinner and restful overnight stay on the cruise.
Day 4- Check Out - Luxor East Bank4
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Depart post breakfast at 08:00 AM, and embark on a captivating exploration of Luxor's East Bank. The tour includes a visit to the magnificent Karnak Temples Complex, reputed as the largest complex construction worldwide, spanning across a hundred areas. Culminate your delightful journey at the Luxor Temple, a masterpiece initiated by a king from the 12th dynasty and brought to completion by the acclaimed King Ramses II. After wrapping up your day's adventure, you'll be privately transported in an air-conditioned vehicle to your Luxor location, marking the termination of our services.
Day 1- Luxor East Bank 1
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Once you reach Luxor's airport or train station, our envoy will escort you via a private air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile Cruise, set to embark before midday. In the afternoon, you'll explore the eastern bank of Luxor and the Karnak Temples Complex, some of the most massive constructions humans have ever erected. The main edifice is dedicated to the deity Amun Ra, deemed as the earthly abode of the god. Although its earliest sections date back to the middle kingdom, there are indications of even older structures from the 3rd dynasty.
Subsequently, you will make your way to the Luxor Temple, a magnificent creation initiated by a 12th dynasty king and completed by the renowned Ramses II. This temple, positioned at the center of ancient Thebes and like Karnak, paid homage to the chief god Amun Re.
After your exploration, you'll return to your cruiser for relaxation and rejuvenation. Come evening, a traditional Egyptian performance will be conducted by the crew. A sumptuous dinner will be served, followed by an overnight stay in Luxor.
Subsequently, you will make your way to the Luxor Temple, a magnificent creation initiated by a 12th dynasty king and completed by the renowned Ramses II. This temple, positioned at the center of ancient Thebes and like Karnak, paid homage to the chief god Amun Re.
After your exploration, you'll return to your cruiser for relaxation and rejuvenation. Come evening, a traditional Egyptian performance will be conducted by the crew. A sumptuous dinner will be served, followed by an overnight stay in Luxor.
Day 2- Luxor West Bank - Sail to Edfu2
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Start your day with breakfast onboard the Nile cruise. Then, prepare to embark on an enchanting tour of Thebes, a revered land. You'll begin with the exploration of Luxor's west bank, home to the Valley of the Kings. This location served as the burial grounds for the ancient Egyptian kings and rulers of Thebes. Post this, your journey continues to Deir El Bahari, where you will encounter the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. This temple stands as one of the most significant examples of Architecture in ancient Egypt, uniquely carved directly into the mountain. Concluding the tour, you will visit the Colossi of Memnon, a monument attributed to King Amenhotep III. Following this, you'll return to your cruise ship for lunch. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure. Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay on the cruise.
Day 3- Edfu - Kom Ombo - Sail to Aswan3
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Begin your morning with a delightful breakfast aboard your Nile cruise. Your guide will then lead you on an enchanting journey to a land filled with mysteries. Today's guided tour commences with a visit to one of Egypt's most remarkable temples, the Temple of Horus in Edfu, renowned for its exceptional preservation. Following this, you will return to your vessel, where lunch will be served while we navigate towards the city of Kom Ombo.
In the afternoon, you'll continue to the Temple of Kom Ombo, a sacred site where the deities Sobek and Haroeris were once venerated. Afterward, head back to your ship for a delightful lunch.
Relish in the serenity of the sun deck as you take in the unparalleled scenery of the mighty Nile River. It is along these banks where the ancient Egyptian civilization was born and thrived.
As we sail towards the city of Aswan, a sumptuous dinner will be served aboard. We will reach Aswan late in the evening where you will spend the night.
In the afternoon, you'll continue to the Temple of Kom Ombo, a sacred site where the deities Sobek and Haroeris were once venerated. Afterward, head back to your ship for a delightful lunch.
Relish in the serenity of the sun deck as you take in the unparalleled scenery of the mighty Nile River. It is along these banks where the ancient Egyptian civilization was born and thrived.
As we sail towards the city of Aswan, a sumptuous dinner will be served aboard. We will reach Aswan late in the evening where you will spend the night.
Day 4- Aswan City Tour4
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Your shipboard morning meal awaits you. Following this, you'll embark on a journey through Aswan's magnificent cityscape with your Egyptologist guide. You'll explore The High Dam, a significant structure erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to safeguard Egypt from flooding by the Nile River. After this, a motorboat will whisk you along the Nile River until you arrive at Agilika Island. Here, you'll marvel at the Temple of Philae, built during the Graeco-Roman era and dedicated to the goddess Isis, mother of the god Horus. Your tour will conclude with an escorted visit to one of Aswan's most awe-inspiring sights, The Unfinished Obelisk. Carved from red granite, this monument was dedicated to the god Amun Ra. Once your day's adventures are complete, you'll return to your vessel where lunch and afternoon tea will be served. Enjoy free time in the evening followed by dinner and an overnight stay in Aswan.
Your evening meal will be provided on board as you sail towards Aswan City. Arriving late in the evening, you'll spend the night in Aswan.
Your evening meal will be provided on board as you sail towards Aswan City. Arriving late in the evening, you'll spend the night in Aswan.
Day 5- Disembarkation from cruise - Departure to Cairo5
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Once you've finished breakfast, our representative will guide you to the Aswan airport or station. There, you'll catch your flight to Cairo. (Breakfast included)
Prices
| Duration | Season | Triple Cabin | Double Cabin | Single Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May To September | $615 | $685 | $1027 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | January To April | $785 | $865 | $1315 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May To September | $734 | $812 | $1242 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | January To April | $974 | $1052 | $1626 |
Services
Dry Cleaning- Conference Rooms
- Safe-Deposit Box
- Souvenirs/Gift Shop
Activities
- Fitness Room/Gym
- Swimming pool
- Beauty Salon
Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise
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