3 Night Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor for the 2027 Solar Eclipse

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as your cruise begins its journey north along the Nile. Late in the morning, you will arrive at Kom Ombo, where the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god, stands majestically on the riverbank. Your guide will share the temple’s fascinating history, including its significance to ancient medicine.

Visit the adjacent Crocodile Museum to see mummified crocodiles and rare artifacts before returning to the ship. As you sail onward, a delicious lunch is served, and the ever-changing Nile scenery unfolds before you—fields of sugarcane, children waving from the banks, and fishermen casting their nets.

In the afternoon, arrive at Edfu and travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, with soaring columns and intricate reliefs. After your visit, return to the cruise for afternoon tea, dinner, and evening entertainment as you continue toward Esna.
Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, your cruise arrives at Luxor. Begin your exploration of the West Bank, home to some of ancient Egypt’s most famous treasures. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the richly decorated tombs of pharaohs such as Tutankhamun are hidden in the desert hills. Continue to the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture rising in terraces beneath towering cliffs.

Finally, pause at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that have stood guard for nearly 3,400 years. After exploring the West Bank, return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy the scenic views as you sail toward the East Bank.

Overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning, embark on a tour of Luxor’s East Bank, beginning with the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple Complex, a vast open-air museum where towering columns, obelisks, and sacred lakes reveal over 2,000 years of construction by generations of pharaohs.

Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes to Luxor Temple, where grand statues of Ramses II guard the entrance and the temple’s courtyard glows warmly under the evening lights. The atmosphere is magical, with history whispering through every stone.

Later in the day, witness the once-in-a-lifetime solar eclipse from a prime location in Luxor. Experience the awe of this celestial event as the sun is momentarily hidden, providing an unforgettable moment during your Egyptian journey.

After your tour and the eclipse viewing, return to the cruise for lunch. Disembark the ship and transfer to your hotel or Luxor Airport, carrying memories of an unforgettable Nile journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

How much you pay upfront to lock in a Min Travel booking comes down to what you are reserving, so our terms are grouped by service type:

• Day Tours & Excursions: the entire cost (100%) is settled at the moment you book, which confirms your spot.
• Multi-Day Tour Packages & Nile Cruises: a 30% deposit holds your reservation, with the remaining balance due no later than 15 days before you arrive.
• Christmas, New Year & Easter Bookings: these high-demand windows call for a larger 50% deposit to secure your place.

The instant your payment goes through, we email you a written confirmation, a personalized itinerary, and your travel documents, and every payment you make comes with its own receipt.

Life doesn't always go to plan, and we get that. Here is how a cancellation is handled, measured against your arrival date:

• 30 days or more before arrival: you get everything back, less whatever your bank or the transaction charges
• 15 to 29 days before arrival: a fee of 25% of the total tour cost applies
• 7 to 14 days before arrival: the cancellation fee rises to 50%
• Fewer than 7 days before arrival, or a no-show: the full 100% is charged

Where money is owed back to you, expect it within 14 business days from the day we receive your cancellation in writing. Do keep in mind that individual hotels and certain cruises enforce tougher rules of their own, and any such condition will be spelled out plainly in your itinerary.

Families are always welcome aboard our tours, and we price younger travelers on a sliding scale:

• Infants under 2 years: travel free
• Children 2–5 years: pay 25% of the adult rate
• Children 6–11 years: pay 50% of the adult rate
• Children 12 years and above: charged the full adult rate

These reduced rates hold only where a child shares a room with two adults who are each paying in full. Bear in mind that a handful of luxury hotels and Nile Cruises set their own conditions for younger guests, and any such restriction that touches your trip will appear in your itinerary.

Beyond the standard package there are a number of extra experiences you can choose to add. Reserve them ahead of time or sort them out on the spot once you are there, availability permitting. A few of the favorites travelers pick up:

• Stepping inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu and other tombs
• Evening Sound & Light Shows at the Giza Pyramids, Karnak, or Philae Temples
• A sunrise hot air balloon flight above Luxor
• Camel rides or a horse-drawn carriage through the old quarters
• Private photography sessions at the great landmarks

You can pay for these add-ons in either USD or Egyptian pounds (EGP). Booking early is wise, all the more so when you are traveling in the busy season.

Our packages cover a great deal, but a few costs fall outside them and are worth setting money aside for:

• Anything you buy for yourself, from souvenirs to snacks
• Drinks at mealtimes, unless your plan states otherwise
• In-hotel extras such as the minibar, room service, or laundry
• Your Egyptian entry visa, which is normally paid when you land
• SIM cards or internet access, unless we've arranged it for you
• Tips and any optional experiences you decide to add

It helps to keep a little Egyptian currency (EGP) on hand as you go, particularly for tipping and for picking things up in the local markets.

In Egypt, tipping (known as "baksheesh") is simply how good service is acknowledged. No one is obliged to tip, but the gesture goes a long way and is warmly received. As a rough guide:

• Tour guide: $15–$20 per day for the group
• Driver: $5–$10 per day for the group
• Nile Cruise crew: $5–$10 per person each night, pooled among the staff
• Hotel porters and housekeeping: modest tips of $1–$2

Gratuities sit outside your package price, so it's worth keeping a few small USD or EGP notes within easy reach for the moments they're called for.

Aim for the cooler stretch of the year, roughly October through April, when sightseeing along the river is genuinely pleasant. The high-summer window of May to September is best skipped, since the heat during those months can become punishing.

Absolutely. Few ways of seeing Egypt match the ease of drifting between ancient landmarks while your floating hotel does the travelling for you. You get sweeping river scenery, guided stops at legendary temples and tombs, and a comfortable, convenient base throughout, all adding up to a genuinely memorable cultural journey.

It's best not to. Between pollution and unpredictable currents, taking a dip in the Nile raises real health and safety concerns, which is why swimming in the river is generally discouraged and not permitted on most cruises.

Keep daytime wear relaxed and easy, favouring light, breathable fabrics that suit the climate. Evenings, particularly dinners or onboard events, call for smart casual. When you step ashore to visit temples or other religious and historical sites, dressing modestly is the respectful choice.