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Nile Cruises Luxor Area Egypt

Jaz Nile Monarch - 7nt Nile Cruise

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Flights
  • See the sights of Ancient Egypt
  • Designed with luxury and comfort in mind

History Ahoy – set sail on the River Nile

A cruise like no other, this 7-night trip through the magnificent sites of the Nile River is perfect for history buffs and posh-totties alike. Designed with comfort and luxury in mind, this ship will transport you back in time, through some of the best sites of Ancient Egypt. Marvel at the Colossi of Memnon and Queen Hatchepsut Temple in Edfu and check out the Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple in Aswan.

Please note, trips to the various sites mentioned in the itinerary are not included in our Nile Cruise holiday prices and packages, and are not provided by easyJet holidays. These activities are provided by our tours and experiences partner, Musement, and are marked with an asterisk in the itinerary. 

You’ll be accompanied to the ship on arrival and will be given details of the experiences bookable with Musement (and payable locally). During the sailing, an expert Egyptologist will collect you from the ship for each of the trips you've booked, ready to regale you with stories of the Nile. For any further questions on our Nile Cruises packages, please visit the help centre.

What Jaz Nile Monarch - 7nt Nile Cruise has to offer

    Day 1 – Embarkation

    Fly from the UK to Luxor and when you arrive, you'll hop on a transfer to your ship, ready for the start of your Nile cruise. You'll check in and get settled into your cabin, before hitting the restaurant for a bite to eat. After dinner the ship will remain in Luxor overnight.

     

    • Check in
    • 19:30 Dinner
    • Overnight in Luxor

    Day 2 – Luxor, Esna, and Edfu

    This morning is your chance to explore some of the highlights of Luxor – tick off the Necropolis of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. After a morning exploring, board the ship again and sail to Edfu via the Esna Lock. The ship will dock overnight in Edfu. 

     

    • Breakfast
    • 07:00 Optional visit*: Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Queen Hatchepsut Temple
    • 13:00 Lunch & sail to Edfu via Esna (Approx.11 hrs)
    • 16:30 Tea time on the sun deck
    • 19:00 Manager’s cocktail party in the bar
    • 19:30 Dinner
    • Overnight in Edfu

    Day 3 – Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan

    While docked in Edfu for the morning, disembark and pay a visit to the Edfu Temple, which is dedicated to Horus, the mythical son of Isis and Osiris. The ship will sail to Kom Ombo in the afternoon, before continuing down the river to Aswan.

     

    • Breakfast
    • 07:30 Optional visit*: Edfu Temple
    • 10:00 Sail to Kom Ombo (Approx. 6 hrs)
    • 13:00 Lunch
    • 16:30 Tea time on the sun deck, free time in Kom Ombo
    • 18:30 Sail to Aswan (Approx. 4 hrs)
    • 19:30 Dinner
    • 21:00 Galabya Party
    • Overnight in Aswan

    Day 4 – Aswan

    The ship will be docked in Aswan all day, so it's the perfect opportunity to visit the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Philae. You could also fit in a relaxing trip on a felucca to take in views of the Agha Khan Mausoleum and Elephantine Island as you sail past. The ship will remain docked in Aswan overnight. 

     

    • Breakfast
    • 07:00 Optional visits* in Aswan: High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple
    • 13:00 Lunch
    • 15:00 Optional Felucca ride* & visit to the the botanical gardens*
    • 19:30 Dinner
    • 21:00 Nubian show 
    • Overnight in Aswan

    Day 5 – Aswan

    You'll wake up in Aswan again today. In the morning, head over to Abu Simbel Temple, an ancient wonder that's well worth looking around. Spend the rest of the day on the ship making the most of the onboard facilities. 

     

    • Breakfast
    • Optional morning visit*: Abu Simbel Temple
    • 13:00 Lunch
    • Afternoon at leisure
    • 19:30 Dinner
    • Overnight in Aswan
     

    Day 6 – Kom Ombo, and Edfu

    The ship will set off for Kom Ombo in the early hours, so you can watch the river banks roll by while you eat your breakfast. After a quick stop for a visit to Kom Ombo Temple, the ship will head back to Edfu.

    • 08:00-09:00 Breakfast Morning free at leisure 
    • 13:00 Lunch & Sail to Kom Ombo 
    • 16:30 Tea Time (on Sundeck) 
    • 17:00 Visit Kom Ombo Temple 
    • 18:30 Sail to Edfu 
    • 19:30 Dinner 
    • 21:00 Galabya Party (in the Bar) 
    • Overnight in Edfu

    Day 7 – Luxor

    You'll wake up in Edfu, and today you'll have time to visit Edfu Temple before an afternoon of leisure – best spent on the sun deck making good use of the pool. In the evening, enjoy your final dinner onboard before taking in a show featuring belly dancing and whirling dervishes. 

     

    • Breakfast
    • 08:00 Optional visit*: Karnak and Luxor Temples
    • 13:00 Lunch 
    • Afternoon at leisure
    • 16:30 Tea time on the sundeck
    • 19:30 Dinner
    • 21:00 Belly Dance & Dervish Show
    • Overnight in Luxor

     

    • Breakfast 
    • 07:30 Visit Edfu Temple 
    • 10:00 Sail to Luxor 
    • 13:00 Lunch 
    • 16:30 Tea Time on the sun deck 
    • 19:30 Dinner 
    • 21:30 Belly dance & Dervish show
    • Overnight in Luxor

    Day 8 – Disembark in Luxor

    Check out of your cabin and disembark the ship. Ahead of your transfer to Luxor Airport for your return flight to the UK, you'll have the opportunity to do a final bit of sightseeing at the Grand Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple.

    Facilities

    Overview

    • 1 buffet restaurant
    • Bar
    • Outdoor pool
    • Air conditioning
    • Wi-fi
    All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.

    Food & Drink

    • 1 international buffet restaurant
    • 1 lounge bar (08:00 - 00:00)
    • 1 sundeck bar (08:00 - 00:00)
    All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.

    Entertainment

    • Outdoor pool
    All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.

    Sports & Health

    • Massage
    • Sauna
    All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.

    Meet the ship: Jaz Nile Monarch

    Have you ever pictured yourself lounging by a deck top-pool, cocktail in hand, cruising down the world’s greatest open-air museum? With the Jaz Monarch, now you can.

    With light and comfortable cabins, a buffet restaurant serving up exciting dishes from morning to evening, and even a fitness area, you can really make this ship your home from home. Toast to yourselves in the lobby or cocktail bar, and drink in the once-in-a-lifetime views. 

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