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Blue Shadow II Nile Cruise

Enjoy a memorable Nile cruise aboard MS Blue Shadow 2, sailing between Luxor and Aswan with guided visits to Egypt’s ancient temples, plus an unforgettable Abu Simbel excursion..

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About Blue Shadow II Nile Cruise

Enjoy a memorable Nile cruise aboard MS Blue Shadow 2, sailing between Luxor and Aswan with guided visits to Egypt’s ancient temples, plus an unforgettable Abu Simbel excursion..

MS Blue Shadow 2 Nile Cruise

Abu Simbel included

Experience the timeless beauty of the Nile aboard MS Blue Shadow 2, combining comfortable cruising, professional guided sightseeing, and some of the most remarkable ancient sites in Upper Egypt. Choose between two convenient sailing options: a 5-day Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise or a 4-day, 3-night Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise.

Both routes include visits to spectacular temples and historic landmarks along the Nile, while the Aswan route can be combined with an excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Your journey takes you through the heart of ancient Egypt, with guided visits to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple, depending on your selected route.


Small Group Tour
All Meals Included

Nile Cruise Details

Cruise / Boat: 4-Day 3-Night Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor | Abu Simbel included
Rating: 5 ★
Duration(s): 3 Night / 4 Day / 4 Night / 5 Day
Route: Aswan / Luxor
Sailing Schedule: Friday from Aswan · Monday from Luxor
Languages: English · German · French
All Inclusive: Yes
Tour Type: Small Group Tour

Cruise Schedule & Departures

Friday
Aswan → Luxor
Monday
Luxor → Aswan

Cabins & Luxury Suites

Triple Cabin

23 m² Private Bathroom

Double Cabin

24 m² Private Bathroom

Single Cabin

22 m² Private Bathroom

Places You'll Visit / Sailing Route

Aswan
Embarkation
Luxor
Disembarkation

Blue Shadow II Nile Cruise Itinerary

Explore day-by-day sailing schedules and guided tours for each duration option.

3 Night / 4 Day
Departure: Friday
Starting From $610
Begin your journey in Aswan and board MS Blue Shadow 2.
After lunch, explore some of Aswan's most famous attractions, including Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk.
Return to the cruise ship for dinner and overnight onboard.

Overnight: MS Blue Shadow 2

Overnight: Aswan

Meals Included
Lunch & dinner
Early in the morning, enjoy an excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples.
Explore the enormous temples built by Ramses II, famous for their colossal statues and beautifully decorated interiors.
Return to Aswan and board the cruise to begin sailing north toward Kom-Ombo to visit the temple before contenu sailin toward Edfu.

Enjoy lunch and dinner onboard while taking in the scenery of the Nile Valley.


Overnight: Onboard

Overnight: Edfu

Meals Included
Breakfast Lunch & dinner
Morning Tour: Edfu Temple
Temple of Horus
Ride by horse carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of the most complete and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Discover the story of Horus and Seth through vividly carved walls and sacred chambers.

Return to the boat and sail to Luxor with lunch on board.

Afternoon/Evening Tour
Karnak Temple Complex
The largest religious site in the ancient world, dedicated to Amun-Re. Explore colossal statues, the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 towering columns, and sacred lakes.

Luxor Temple
Located in the heart of the city, this temple glows in the golden hour. Walk among giant statues, obelisks, and the beautifully lit courtyard as evening falls.

Overnight: luxor

Meals Included
Breakfast Lunch & dinner
Breakfast on board and check-out.

Morning Tour
Valley of the Kings
Explore the royal tombs of ancient pharaohs hidden in the desert hills. Three tombs are included, with optional entry to Tutankhamun's tomb (extra cost).

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
A stunning structure built into limestone cliffs, honoring Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh.

Colossi of Memnon
Two majestic statues of Amenhotep III, once part of a massive mortuary temple.
4 Night / 5 Day Direction: luxor to Aswan
Departure: Monday
Starting From $750
Begin your Nile cruise adventure in Luxor. After embarkation aboard MS Blue Shadow 2, enjoy lunch onboard before exploring the magnificent East Bank of Luxor.
Visit Karnak Temple, one of the largest ancient religious complexes in the world, followed by Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated if your sightseeing takes place later in the day.
Return to the cruise ship for dinner and overnight onboard in Luxor.

Overnight: MS Blue Shadow 2

Overnight: Luxor

Meals Included
Lunch - dinner
After breakfast, explore the West Bank of Luxor.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs of the New Kingdom were buried in elaborately decorated tombs.
Continue to the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to one of Egypt's most famous female pharaohs, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
Return to the ship and begin sailing south toward Edfu.

Overnight: Onboard

Overnight: Edfu

Meals Included
Breakfast - lunch - dinner
Edfu & Kom Ombo

After breakfast, visit the magnificent Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo.
Later, visit Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder.
Continue sailing toward Aswan.

Overnight: Onboard

Overnight: Aswan

Meals Included
Breakfast - lunch - dinner
After breakfast, explore the highlights of Aswan.
Visit the Philae Temple, located on an island in the Nile and dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, an extraordinary example of ancient Egyptian stoneworking, followed by a visit to the High Dam, one of Egypt's major modern engineering projects.
Enjoy your final evening aboard the cruise.

Overnight: Onboard in Aswan

Overnight: Aswan

Meals Included
Breakfast - lunch - dinner
After breakfast, check out from MS Blue Shadow 2.
Today, you can continue your Egyptian adventure with an excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Located south of Aswan, these monumental temples were built by Pharaoh Ramses II and are among the most impressive ancient monuments in Egypt.

After the visit, your tour ends in Aswan.
Meals Included
Breakfast

Pricing & Packages

Choose your preferred duration and season. Prices are shown using the cruise pricing configured for each cabin or occupancy option.

3 Night / 4 Day 2 Seasons From: $610
Season From To Triple Cabin Double Cabin Single Cabin
May to August 24 Sep 2026 31 Oct 2028 $610 $650 $910
September to April 24 Sep 2026 31 Oct 2028 $780 $810 $990
4 Night / 5 Day 2 Seasons From: $750
Season From To Triple Cabin Double Cabin Single Cabin
May to August 24 Sep 2026 31 Oct 2028 $750 $780 $980
September to April 24 Sep 2026 31 Oct 2028 $880 $935 $1,380

Standard

May to August May to August
From: $607
Triple Cabin
USD $607
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $676
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $913
per adult in a single share cabin
September to April September to April
From: $882
Triple Cabin
USD $882
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $951
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $1,303
per adult in a single share cabin

Deluxe

May to August May to August
From: $809
Triple Cabin
USD $809
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $895
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $1,191
per adult in a single share cabin
September to April September to April
From: $1,253
Triple Cabin
USD $1,253
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $1,339
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $1,754
per adult in a single share cabin

Ultra Deluxe

May to August May to August
From: $1,183
Triple Cabin
USD $1,183
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $1,307
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $1,733
per adult in a single share cabin
September to April September to April
From: $1,918
Triple Cabin
USD $1,918
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $2,042
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $2,595
per adult in a single share cabin

Luxury

May to August May to August
From: $1,564
Triple Cabin
USD $1,564
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $1,702
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $2,176
per adult in a single share cabin
September to April September to April
From: $2,464
Triple Cabin
USD $2,464
per adult in a triple share cabin
Double Cabin
USD $2,602
per adult in a double share cabin
Single Cabin
USD $3,256
per adult in a single share cabin

Important Information & Cruise Policies

Booking & Deposit

A deposit is required to guarantee your cabin reservation.

Cruise Facilities & Ship Amenities

Swimming Pool
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom with Shower
TV / Satellite Channels
Mini Bar
Gift Shop
Lounge & Sun Bar
Dining Room / Restaurant
Sun Deck & Pergolas
Sun Beds
Panoramic Windows
Safety Deposit Box

Tour Highlights

  • Cruise the Nile aboard MS Blue Shadow 2. Cruise the Nile aboard MS Blue Shadow 2.
  • Choose Luxor to Aswan or Aswan to Luxor. Choose Luxor to Aswan or Aswan to Luxor.
  • Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple. Explore the magnificent Karnak Temple.
  • Visit Luxor Temple. Visit Luxor Temple.
  • Discover the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Discover the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings.
  • See the impressive Temple of Edfu. See the impressive Temple of Edfu.
  • Visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo. Visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo.
  • Explore beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan. Explore beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan.
  • Enjoy scenic Nile views from your cruise. Enjoy scenic Nile views from your cruise.
  • Experience traditional Egyptian hospitality onboard. Experience traditional Egyptian hospitality onboard.
  • Abu Simbel Temple excursion, according to the selected package. Abu Simbel Temple excursion, according to the selected package.
  • Private guided sightseeing with an Egyptologist. Private guided sightseeing with an Egyptologist.
  • Comfortable transportation during sightseeing. Comfortable transportation during sightseeing.

Places You'll Visit

Frequently Asked Questions

The most pleasant weather is from October to April, with warm days and cool nights. December and January are peak seasons. Summer months (May-Sept) are very hot but less crowded.
Pack lightweight, breathable clothing for day tours, a hat, sunglasses, and strong sunscreen. Comfortable walking shoes are essential. For evenings, smart-casual attire is suitable. Don’t forget your swimsuit for the pool and a jacket for cooler nights.
Yes, the cruise is relaxing and suitable for all ages. However, some temple sites involve walking on uneven ground and steps. The pace can be adjusted, and there is always the option to relax on board.
Most luxury ships offer Wi-Fi in public areas (often at an additional charge). Mobile network coverage is generally good along the route, with only occasional remote stretches.

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