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Blue Shadow Nile Cruise

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Blue Shadow Nile Cruise is a brand new 5-star luxury Nile Cruise. It consist of 54 Deluxe Cabins and 3 Suites. All are modernly designed with all facilities of international deluxe hotels. Packages are available with Luxor and Aswan Travel including excursions.

On board of MS Blue Shadow Nile Cruise, guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in our exquisite spa, in our swimming pool, on a sun- deck, or in the comfort of their luxurious cabins. Blue Shadow Nile cruise offers you a trip to remember with exquisite dining, beautiful surroundings and an extensive program of on board entertainment as well as giving you easy access to the sights and scenery of the Nile and Upper Egypt.

Tour Details

Blue shadow nile cruise facilities, accommodation.

• LCD Television sets and satellite channels
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• In house movie program and music system
• Individually controlled air-conditioning
• Telephones with international direct dial
• Internet connection
• All bathrooms with bath tub and hair dryer
• Large panoramic windows
• Automatic fire alarm
• Automatic wakeup calls
• Individually controlled air condition
• Laundry and dry cleaning
• Hairdresser
• Gym, fitness room and sauna with aromatherapy and massage
• Swimming pool and bar
• Discotheques
• Table games
• • Jewellery shops

Other Facilities

Air condition, private bath with shower, doctor available 24 hours, blue shadow nile cruise itinerary, 04 days / 03 nights program (every wednesday), day 01: aswan city tour - aswan on.

Upon arrival to Aswan , you will be met and greet by our English-speaking representative who will transfer you by private A-C van to your fabulous Nile cruise ship. Check in before 12:00 PM. At the beginning you will have your Lunch meal on board. After Lunch, you will be transferred to visit The High Dam , which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile by a motor boat to reach Temple of Philae , which was erected during the Graeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis. At last you will be escorted to visit The Unfinished Obelisk , which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra. After finishing your tour, you will return to your ship. At night, free at leisure on your own in Aswan. [L-D]

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N.B : If your arrival time to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as the cruise check in time at 12:00 and we don't want our guest waste their time waiting at the lobby for check in.

Day 02: Kom Ombo - Edfu & ON

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. After that you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to visit one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Kom Ombo , where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch on the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. Afternoon, enjoy chariot riding to Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After finishing your tour, you will be transferred back to your ship. Afternoon, you willmenjoy relaxing on board your ship. Dinner will be served on board. At night Egyptian Folkloric Show party will be operated by staff on board.

Day 03: Luxor West Bank - Luxor ON

Breakfast on the Nile cruise. After that you will start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the west bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings , which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried. After that, you will proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain. At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon , which is belonging to king Amenhotep III. After that you will return to your ship to have your lunch. Afternoon, free at leisure. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Day 04: Check Out - Luxor East Bank

Check out after breakfast (at 08:00 AM). After that you will enjoy your tour discovering the East Bank of Luxor, including the most wonderful Karnak Temples Complex , which is considered to be the biggest complex construction in the world covering an area of a hundred. Finish your lovely tour in Temple of Luxor , built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty & completed by the well know king Ramses II. After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred by private A-C van to your location in Luxor (where our services will be ended).

05 Days / 04 Nights Program (Every Saturday)

Day 01: luxor east bank - luxor on.

Upon arrival at Luxor airport or station, our representative will transfer you to your Nile Cruise by a private A/C van. Embarkation before 12:00 PM. Afternoon, you will discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex , which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, since it was considered the house of god on the earth, the earlier structure date back to the middle kingdom, but there are some references which refer to the earlier buildings as old as the 3rd dynasty. Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor , which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re. After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your ship for rest and refresh. At night, Egyptian folkloric show will be operated by the staff. Dinner will be served and overnight in Luxor. (L-D) N.B: If your arrival time to Luxor is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as the cruise check in time at 12:00 and we don't want our guest waste their time waiting at the lobby for check in.

Day 02: Luxor West Bank - Sail to Edfu & ON

Day 03: edfu - kom ombo - sail to aswan & on.

Breakfast on board your Nile cruise. Then your tour guide will take you in a mysterious journey to land of secrets. This guided tour of today begins by visiting one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After that, you will revert back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board during sailing to the city of Kom Ombo.

Afternoon, you will proceed to explore Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch.

Enjoy the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. On its banks the ancient Egyptian civilization has been created and flourished.

Dinner meal will be served on board during sailing to the city of Aswan. Late evening arrive to Aswan and overnight.

Day 04: Aswan City Tour - Aswan ON

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. Later on, you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including The High Dam , which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile River by a motor boat till reach Agilika Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae , which was erected during the Gaeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis (mother of god Horus). Finally you will be escorted to visit one of the marvelous sightseeing in Aswan, The Unfinished Obelisk , which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra. After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board. Afternoon tea will be served on board. At night free at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Day 05: Disembarkation from cruise - Departure to Cairo

Check out after breakfast. Then our representative will accompany you to Aswan airport - station to take your flight to Cairo (Breakfast) **

Optional Tour: Excursion to Abu Simble temples either by private coach or by domestic flight: you will be met with our English-speaking tour guide in Aswan who will transfer you by private A-C van to Abu Simbel, lies south of Aswan on the western bank of the Nile, 180 miles south of the First Cataract in what was Nubia. The site was known as Meha in ancient times and was first documented in the 18th Dynasty, when Ay and Horemheb had rock-cut chapels hewn in the hills to the south. Upon arrival, you will proceed to visit Abu Simbel Temples, which were built by the well-known king Ramses II. The biggest temple was called as the Great temple. It was built by Ramesses II and being dedicated to the famous god Rahorakhty. While the smaller temple and it was dedicated to king Ramesses II himself and his beautiful wife queen Nefertari. After finishing your day tour, you will drive back toward Aswan. Arrive Aswan and be transferred by private A-C van to your chosen hotel there for check in, rest and refresh or transfer to Aswan airport to catch your domestic flight to Cairo.

What's Included

• 04 or 03 nights’ accommodation on board the Nile cruises based on FB basis.
• Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure 
• Assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions 
• All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle private
• All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary private
• Entrance fees to all sights in and between Luxor and Aswan
• English-speaking tour guide during your excursions on the Cruise (group size is 1 - 8 maximum)
• Complementary 01 bottle of water per day per person
• All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s).
• All service charges and taxes

Not Included

• Any Extra meals and beverages.
• All personal expenses like laundry etc.
• Tipping to Guide, Driver, etc.
• Any Optional tours may require.

Blue Shadow Nile Cruise Prices:

3 nights 4 days may to august from : $ 540, triple cabin.

per adult in a triple share cabin

Double Cabin

per adult in a double share cabin

Single Cabin

per adult in a single share cabin

3 Nights 4 Days September to April From : $ 690

4 nights 5 days may to august from : $ 634, 4 nights 5 days september to april from : $ 834.

Prices Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Children Policy 0 - 05.99 Free of Charge 6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

Notes : Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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A Stay in  M/S Blue Shadow Nile Cruise  is like being a guest in well-run private home. It is an escape to the tranquility of relaxing under the sun, visit temples of the Pharaohs and enjoy freshly prepared traditional cuisine, the staff are friendly yet respectful, attending to your every wish with efficient calm.

While on board , guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in our exquisite spa, in swimming pool, on a sun-deck , or in the comfort of their cabins. Blue Shadow I Nile Cruise Schedule: Every Saturday from Luxor & Wednesday from Aswan

Blue Shadow II Nile Cruise Schedule: Every Monday from Luxor & Friday from Aswan

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5 Day Nile Cruise From Luxor To Aswan

We'll pick you up at the Luxor airport at your arrival time, although we can also pick you up at the train station , at your hotel, or any other place. Then we'll take you to the cruise boat in which we'll sail the Nile, where your full room and board begins.

Having eaten lunch we'll disembark to see the majestic city of Luxor , or Thebes to give it its ancient name. Here we'll visit two of the most spectacular temples in Egypt, the Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple , separated from each other by the Avenue of Sphynxes, a three kilometre long road lined with the aforementioned sphynxes.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

Having eaten breakfast we'll head to the giant necropolises near to Luxor. We'll visit the Valley of the Kings ( seeing the inside of 3 tombs ), the Temple of Hatsepsut (dedicated to the only woman to rule Egypt for an extended period) and the Colossi of Memnon (two giant stone statues which represent the Pharoah Amenhotep III).

Then upon our return to the boat we'll sail in the direction of Edfu, where we'll dock to eat and spend the night.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Once we've eaten and with batteries recharged, we'll visit the Edfu temple , dedicated to the god Horus. The cruise then continues towards Kom Ombo , where we'll visit its incredible temple, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Hareoris.

After the days tour we'll head up the nile to Aswan, where we'll spend the night.

Having eaten we'll disembark to visit one of the most beautiful temples in the country, the Philae Temple , dedicated to the Goddess Isis. And after visiting Philae, anyone who wants to can visit the Abu Simbel temples , something highly recommended. ( 3 hrs each way by road, pre-bookable $110 Per Person ).

Then in the evening we'll ride in a traditional felucca boat down the Nile, taking in its flora and fauna, volcanic islands and its natural beauty, later spending the night again in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner .

Having eaten breakfast and checked out you'll have free time, and whenever you like we'll take you to the Aswan airport , train station , or whichever point in the city you would like. If your transfer is in the evening you can also have lunch on board.

Meals: Breakfast.

$790 Per Single Person in Single Occupancy. $620 Per Person in Double Occupancy. $310 Per Child from 6 to 11 years sharing parent's cabin. Child under 5 Years free of charge.

4 Day Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor

We'll pick you up on the first day at Aswan airport , train station , your hotel, or whichever point you would like. Then we'll take you to the cruise boat, where your full room and board is waiting for you. Having eaten lunch we'll disembark to visit one of the most beautiful temples in all Egypt, the Philae Temple .

Having eaten breakfast and for anyone who wants to, there is an optional excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel , which comes highly recommended. ( 3 hrs each way by road, pre-bookable $110 Per Person )

Then, back on the boat, we'll eat and begin to sail along the Nile, arriving at the Kom Ombo Temple at sunset, one of the images of Egypt which will stay with you for life. Then having visited the temple, we'll continue sailing towards Edfu, where we'll drop anchor to eat dinner and spend the night.

Before breakfast, we'll visit the Edfu Temple , dedicated to the God Horus. The cruise will then continue on its way towards Esna, where we'll cross the famous floodgate.

Having arrived at the majestic city of Luxor (the ancient Thebes, once the capital) we'll visit two of the most spectacular temples in the country, the Luxor and Karnak temples , separated in antiquity by the Avenue of the Sphinxes, three kilometres long. Here we'll eat and spend the night anchored in Luxor.

Having eaten and checked out, around 7 am we'll hit the road towards the giant necropolis nearby. We'll visit the Valley of the Kings (taking a look inside three of the tombs) the Hatshepsut Temple (dedicated to the only woman to rule over Egypt for an extended period of time) and the Colossi of Memnon (two giant statues in homage to the Pharoah Amenhotep III). The tour then finishes at around 1:30 pm , then we'll take you to the Luxor airport , the train station , or whichever point in the city you would like.

$710 Per Single Person in Single Occupancy. $560 Per Person in Double Occupancy. $280 Per Child from 6 to 11 years sharing parent's cabin. Child under 5 Years free of charge. Free cancellation

Free! Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. If you cancel under this time or do not show up, you will not be refunded.

From 20th December to 2nd January (Christmas), and the 28th of March to the 4th of April 2021 (Easter), refunds will not be available in the event of cancellation.

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• Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure.
• Accommodation on 5 star cruise on full board basis.
• Certified professional tour guides.
• All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Entrance fees to all the sites as as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Nile felucca Tour in Aswan.
• Bottled water during outings outside of hotel.
• All service charges and taxes.
• Any optional tours.
• Tipping (Gratuities for your tour guides,drivers and cruise crew).
• Balloon ride in Luxor $100 Per Person.
• Abu Simbel tour from Aswan $110 Per Person.

M/S Blue Shadow Nile Cruise

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M/S Blue Shadow Nile Cruise Overview:

Blue Shadow is a Brand New 5 Stars Luxury Nile Cruise Started Operated November 2015.

Starting from Luxor every Saturday for 4 Nights 5 Days Program ends at Aswan in Wednesday

Starting from Aswan every Wednesday for 3 Nights 4 Days Program ends at Luxor in Saturday

Blue Shadow is a Brand New 5 Stars Luxury Nile Cruise Started Operated November 2015. It consist of 54 Deluxe Cabins and 3 Suites. All are Modernly Designed with all facilities of International 5 Stars Hotels. All Guest Cabins are Main, Middel Deck Cabins.

Nile cruise is much more than just a room-and-sightseeing package; A Stay in M/S Blue Shadow is like being a guest in well-run private home. It is an escape to the tranquility of relaxing under the sun, visit temples of the Pharaohs and enjoy freshly prepared traditional cuisine, the staff are friendly yet respectful, attending to your every wish with efficient calm.

While on board, guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in our exquisite spa, in our swimming pool, on a sun- deck, or in the comfort of their luxurious cabins.

This deluxe Five-star Nile cruise offers you a trip to remember with exquisite dining, beautiful surroundings and an extensive program of on board entertainment as well as giving you easy access to the sights and scenery of the Nile and Upper Egypt.

Cabins are equipped with air conditioning, minibar, satellite flat-screen TV, Panoramic Windows, & Safe box.

Enjoy the international cuisine served at our main restaurant & have your favorite drinks at Lounge bar or Pool bar.

Our Guests can relax in the Sauna & treat themselves to a rejuvenating massage.

While listening to soft music, you can enjoy reading a book from our diverse library, or enjoy playing cards games.

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per Person per Package.

What the Nile Cruise Price Included:

A complimentary arrival Airport or Railway Station transfer to Nile Cruise Boat in Luxor or in Aswan in the first day of your Nile Cruise Program.

Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure.

Assistance of our personal during your stay and excursions.

All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.

Accommodation on board 5 star cruise on full board basis.

All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.

Entrance fees to all sights which is mentioned in the itinerary

Egyptologist guide during your excursions.

All service charges and taxes.

A complimentary departure Airport or Railway Station transfer from Nile Cruise Boat in Luxor or in Aswan in the ends day of your Nile Cruise Program.

What the Nile Cruise Price not included:

Any extras not mentioned in the included section.

Optional Excursions.

Personal expenses.

Tipping as written in our website http://www.egypt-nile-cruise.com/nile-cruise-gratuities-and-tipping/

Important to know:

– Official Rating is the Rating Giving to the Cruise By the Egyptian Tourism Authority. However This is Not the Only Factor that affects the Cruise Quality.

– All Cabins are Outside Cabins in Nile Cruises. There is No inside Cabins. However the Cabins are distributed on the Cruise Decks.

– Full Board Meals include Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. All Beverages Are Extra except Tea, Coffee & Juice during Breakfast.

– The Trip cans Start Either From Luxor or Aswan depending on the Cruise Schedule.

– Average Cabin Size include Bathroom

– Blue Shadow Nile Cruise could be totally chartered or Out of Service for Maintenance in some Dates.

– The Blue Shadow Nile Cruise Could be Sold Exclusively for some Nationalities. So we have to check if it is available for your Nationality or Not before confirming your booking.

– To Get a Guaranteed Upper Deck Cabins or Suites a Supplement must be paid in addition of the Cruise Price

– For Christmas December 24th and New Year December 31th a Supplement Might be added Gala Party depending on Cruise policy. Client will be informed about the Supplement Amount on time of Booking.

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MS Blue Shadow

MS Blue Shadow Nile Cruise Launched in October 2019, the MS Blue Shadow I and II (sister ships, same specs) are one of newest built ships to sail the River Nile . Offering different styles of cabins, from Double/Twin cabins to Royal Suites, you will be able to sleep in comfort during your cruise. Whilst onboard you can also make full use of all the facilities including 24 hour reception, sun deck, swimming pool, fitness equipment, sauna and massages, 24 hour room service, lounge bar, sun deck bar and a gift shop.

MS Blue Shadow packages are available which include return flights from the UK. Extra nights are available on the Red Sea Riviera & our 14-night ‘ Nile Cruise & Red Sea Stay ‘ packages start from just £899pp including MS Blue Shadow Nile Cruise, click here for more details.

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MS Blue Shadow Nile Cruise Itinerary

DAY 1: LUXOR

Transfer from Hurghada Hotel to the Ms Blue Shadow. Dinner on board or for late arrivals a light snack will be served. Overnight in Luxor.

DAY 2: LUXOR – ESNA

Breakfast on board, early morning visit to the West Bank including the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, burial sites for many of the most powerful and successful pharaohs and high priests, the Temple of Hatshepsut and

Medinet Habu Temple. Lunch on board as the boats sets sail to Esna dinner on board. Overnight in Esna.

DAY 3: ESNA – KOM OMBO – ASWAN

Breakfast on board and morning visit of the Temple of Khnum at Esna. The temple is dedicated to the ram-headed god Khnum, who was patron god of cataracts. Continue the journey south, for a brief stop at Edfu before sailing to Kom Ombo to visit the temple before dinner. This temple, unlike many others in Egypt, was dedicated to two gods; the Southern section is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile headed man, god of fertility, and the Northern section to the Falcon headed god Horus. There is also a fascinating crocodile museum to visit with many artefacts and mummified crocodiles. Sail to Aswan and overnight in Aswan.

DAY 4: ASWAN

After breakfast, visit the High Dam in Aswan, built in 1960-1971 to provide electricity to the villages along the Nile, the Unfinished Obelisk and the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. Lunch on board and afternoon at leisure with an opportunity to revisit the Temple of Philae for an **optional sound and light show in the evening.

DAY 5: ASWAN

After breakfast there is the option of a morning at leisure or an early morning **optional visit to Abu Simbel. This impressive temple, built by Rameses II stands on the banks of Lake Nasser. After lunch on board, there is a relaxing boat trip around Elephantine Island to the Botanical Gardens on General Kitchener Island. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

DAY 6: ASWAN – Edfu

Morning at leisure. Lunch on board and then set sail to Kom Ombo. After a brief stop at Kom Ombo, continue sailing to Edfu and overnight.

DAY 7: LUXOR

Breakfast on board as the boat sails to Esna and then Luxor to arrive in the afternoon. Lunch on board followed by a visit to the ‘world’s largest greatest open air museum’ at Karnak Temple, which covers a large area of land and includes several temples, the largest of them being the Temple of Amun. One last visit to Luxor Temple returning to the boat for dinner and last night on board.

DAY 8: LUXOR

Optional early morning balloon ride for the adventurous. Breakfast on board followed by check-out and onward transfer to the airport or next destination.

Sightseeing Highlights: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings (Tutankhamen), Hatshepsut Temple, Collossi of Memnon, KomOmbo Temple, Khnum Temple in Esna, Philae Temple in Aswan, High Dam of Aswan. English speaking tour guide (Egyptologist) at all tours. All ground transportation by modern A/C vehicles.

Please note: the order or content of your itinerary may be amended due to lock closures, low water levels or any other unforeseeable circumstances. Due to the number of boats on the Nile, at some docking points boats are moored side by side obstructing the view from cabins. Very occasionally, due to operational difficulties a change of vessel can occur for a ‘like for like’ replacement. However, the sightseeing itinerary will remain the same.

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Tastefully and luxuriously furnished Cabins are equipped with individually controlled air conditioning, minibar, satellite flat-screen TV, bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer, climate control, Internet connection, telephones that enable international calls via direct dial, Panoramic Windows, & Safe box.

While on board, guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in our exquisite spa, in our swimming pool, on a sun-deck or in the comfort of their luxurious cabins.

Dining & Bars

The restaurant serves a buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

For evening dining, the restaurant offers an extensive mix of local and international buffet style dining.

Teatime in the afternoon when sailing, features an assortment of cakes and snacks on the sundeck.

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5***** Nile Cruise Ship Deluxe Class

Cruise Schedule

Every Saturday from Luxor for 04 nights Every Wednesday from Aswan for 03 nights

Meals Included

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) Drinks are not included

Includes & Excludes

Nile cruise is much more than just a room-and-sightseeing package; A Stay in  Blue Shadow Nile Cruise  is like being a guest in well-run private home. It is an escape to the tranquility of relaxing under the sun, visit temples of the Pharaohs and enjoy freshly prepared traditional cuisine, the staff are friendly yet respectful, attending to your every wish with efficient calm. While on board, guests can enjoy traditional dance and music performances, relax and refresh in our exquisite spa, in our swimming pool, on a sun- deck, or in the comfort of their luxurious cabins. This deluxe Five-star Nile cruise offers you a trip to remember with exquisite dining, beautiful surroundings and an extensive program of onboard entertainment as well as giving you easy access to the sights and scenery of the Nile and Upper Egypt. While listening to soft music, you can enjoy reading a book from our diverse library, or enjoy playing cards games.

While sailing along the Nile, we will have few stops to visit the unique collections of our ancient and modern monuments, covering the High Dam, the Temple of Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan . In Luxor , scheduled visits to the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari, the Colossi of Memnon, the Karnak Temples Complex and Temple of Luxor are included.

Besides that, our dear guests who visit Egypt will have the chance to visit the Temple of Kom Ombo , or the Crocodile Temple as Egyptians used to name it, and the well-preserved Temple of god Horus in Edfu .

Various optional tours are available upon your request. Our valued guests who are cruising the Nile for 03, 04 or 07 nights will have enough time to do at least one or two optional tours beside the regular tours to the historical sites in Aswan , Luxor and the sites located in between.

Among the optional tours we have are the Hot Air Balloon in Luxor , the Sound & Light Show at Karnak or Philae Temple, sailing by Felucca / sailing boat around the beautiful islands of Luxor and Aswan , or visiting the hidden collection of our Pharaonic sites such as the Valley of the Queens, the Ramsseum, Temple of Madinet Habu and the tombs of Deir El Madina in Luxor . However, in Aswan , we can regularly arrange for visits to the magnificent Temples of Abu Simbel , the Temple of Kalabsha, the Nubian Museum and the natural site of Nubian Village .

• Fully air-conditioned cabins (individually controlled)
• Marine satellite TV reception closed circuit video
• LCD Television in all cabins
• Cabins are equipped with private W/C, shower and hair dryer
• Sound System, safety box & Mini bar in all cabins
• Front office available 24 hours
• Internet service against charge on board
• Laundry service
• Large sun deck with swimming pool and pool bar
• Doctor available upon need
• Meeting space can be arranged if boat is totally chartered
• International telephone and fax service against charge
• Fitness equipment – Sauna and massage
• Major credit cards accepted
• Main Restaurant, Lounge Bar & Sun Deck Bar

What’s included:

• Meet and assist by our representatives in Luxor & Aswan.
• Accommodation on board the Nile Cruise based on FULL Board.
• Private transfer to the Nile Cruise ship and vice versa.
• Private Egyptologist, English-speaking tour guide.
• Entrance fees to all the indicated sites.
• All service charges and taxes.
• Private Sightseeing Tours.

What’s excluded:

• Entry Visa to Egypt.
• International or/and domestic flight tickets.
• Extras on board like “SPA, laundry, telephone, extra meals, etc”.
• Tipping to “Company Representatives, Guide, Driver, etc.”
• Any optional tours may require.

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Price Validity

Prices are quoted per person, per night, and valid during Summer Season, from 01 October 2022  to  30 April 2023 . However, please note that in case of any increase in taxes, fuel or/and entrance fees, we will keep rights to amend prices accordingly to cover these surcharges.

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The above-mentioned rates are quoted per person, in double standard cabin, per night, for minimum seven nights cruise – including private tours.

Tour Highlights

The Karnak Temples Complex – Temple of Luxor – Valley of the Kings – Temple of Deir El Bahari – Colossi of Memnon – Temple of Edfu – Temple of Kom Ombo – The High Dam – Temple of Philae – The Unfinished Obelisk

Itineraries

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Every Wednesday from Aswan to Luxor for 03 nights

Day 01: Wednesday (Lunch & Dinner)

Morning time, you will be met by our local representative in Aswan, who will transfer you by private Air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile Cruise boat. We will check-in our boat within few minutes. After that, you will join our professional tour guide to visit the Aswan High Dam , constructed by the former president, Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 to store the water of the Nile, and then generate electricity. We will then drive to shores of the River Nile and take a motor boat to reach the Agilika Island to visit Temple of Philae , constructed in the 3rd century BC in the Greco Roman period. Our last visit of this marvelous day tour in Aswan will be to the Unfinished Obelisk , which was found in the granite quarry in the Southern part of Aswan. After the tour, we will get back to our Nile Cruise boat for overnight.

Day 02: Thursday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Energizing breakfast on the cruise. Our Nile Cruise boat will be landed at the location of the city of Kom Ombo, where we will visit Temple of Sobek & Haroeris , established in the Ptolemaic period, completed in the Roman era, and was dedicated to two gods, the local crocodile, Sobek and the famous eagle god, Haroeris. After that, we will get back to our boat for rest and refresh. Later on, we will visit Temple of Horus in Edfu , the finest preserved ancient Egyptian temple in the land of the Nile. We will then get back to our boat for overnight.

Day 03: Friday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Free morning on your own or (optional) we can offer a Hot-air Balloon over the West Bank of Luxor . Enjoy your delicious breakfast before exploring the city of the dead where we can visit Valley of the Kings , the richest and most fascinating ancient tombs in Egypt. This was the burial site of the kings from the New Kingdom. The next visit of the day will be to the Temple of Deir El Bahari , constructed during the reign of the 18th dynasty by Queen Hatshepsut, one of the greatest rulers of Egypt. Our last visit will be to the Colossi of Memnon ; these two huge statues are the only remaining items of the great funerary temple of Amenhotep III constructed in 1350 BC and became a landmark of Luxor afterwards. After that, we will get back to our boat for overnight.

Day 04: Saturday (Breakfast)

Check out after breakfast. Later on, we will move to explore the east bank of Luxor including two marvelous temple complexes. Our first visit of the day will be to the Karnak Temples Complex , constructed over a period of more than one thousand years, almost all the impressive items of the Karnak we see today date back to the new kingdom specially the huge amazing columns of the hypostyle hall which are constructed by Ramses II, the greatest builder of ancient Egypt. We will then visit Luxor Temple , another startling temple that was established around the 14th century BC and the construction continued for many years afterwards by Ramses II, Queen Hatshepsut, and many other Pharaohs. After the tour, we will transfer you to your location in Luxor.

Every Saturday from Luxor to Aswan for 04 nights

Day 01: Saturday (Lunch & Dinner)

Morning time, you will be met by our local representative in Luxor, who will transfer you by private Air-conditioned vehicle to your Nile Cruise . After lunch, you will join our tour guide to visit Temple of Karnak , constructed over a period of more than one thousand years. We will then visit Luxor Temple , which was established around the 14th century BC and the construction continued for many years afterwards by Ramses II, Queen Hatshepsut, and others kings. After the tour, you will be transferred to your Nile Cruise for rest and refresh. Evening time is free at leisure on your own to relax on board or we can offer an (optional) tour to attend the Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple , one of the remarkable shows in Egypt. Finally, we will get back to our Nile Cruise for overnight.

Day 02: Sunday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Energizing breakfast will be served on board. After that, we will visit Valley of the Kings , the richest and most fascinating ancient tombs in Egypt. This was the burial site of the kings from the New Kingdom. Our next visit of the day will be to Temple of Deir El Bahari , constructed during the reign of the 18th dynasty by Queen Hatshepsut. On our return way to the cruise, we will visit the Colossi of Memnon , the only remaining items of the great funerary temple of king Amenhotep III. Finally, we will transfer you to your Nile Cruise.

Day 03: Monday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Energizing breakfast will be served on board before our full day tour. Our Nile Cruise ship will land at the location of the city of Edfu, where we will visit the Temple of Horus , constructed by the Ptolemies in the 3rd century BC for the worship of the god Horus, the avenger of his father. After this marvelous visit, we will get back to our Nile Cruiser for lunch, rest and refresh. We will then proceed to visit the Temple of Kom Ombo , established in the Ptolemaic period and completed in the Roman Era. Finally, you will be transferred back to your Nile cruise ship for rest and refresh. Evening time, Egyptian folklore show will be operated by the staff.

Day 04: Tuesday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Breakfast meal will be served on board. After that, you will prepare yourself to join your expert tour guide to explore the wonderful city of Aswan. Our first visit of the day will be to the High Dam , which was constructed by the former president, Gamal Abdel Nasser to store the water, and then generate a large volume of the electricity. We will then ride in a motorboat to visit Temple of Philae , constructed in the 3rd century BC in the Greco Roman era as the cult center of the goddess Isis. Our last visit will be to the Unfinished Obelisk , which was found in the granite quarry in the Southern part of Aswan. After the day tour, we will drive back to our Nile cruiser, so we can enjoy the tasty lunch. Evening time is free at leisure on your own to relax on board or we can offer an (optional) tour to attend the Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple , where you can learn more about the temple and about the kings who left their objects there. Finally, we will get back to our Nile Cruise for overnight.

Day 05: Wednesday (Breakfast)

Check out after breakfast. “Depends on the schedule of your flight”, you’ll be met by our local representative in Aswan, who will transfer you by private Air-conditioned vehicle to Aswan Airport in order to catch your flight to your next destination, where our services will be ended.

Every Saturday from Luxor to Luxor for 07 nights

It is a free morning in Luxor. However, we can offer many activities in the morning like exploring the West bank of Luxor from the SKY! Imaging flying over the great city of Luxor, whereas the royal necropolis and the wonderful collection of our funerary temples were erected. Evening time is free at leisure on your own on board to relax on board while cruising the Nile towards the city of Edfu. Dinner meal will be served on board your Nile Cruise, and then the staff will operate a folkloric show. Overnight onboard.

Energizing breakfast meal will be served on board before the tour of today. Our Nile Cruise ship will land at the location of the Temple of Kom Ombo , established in the Ptolemaic period and completed in the Roman era, the temple is dedicated to two gods, the local crocodile, Sobek and the famous eagle god, Haroeris. After your amazing visit, you will get back to the ship, so we can enjoy the delicious lunch on board while sailing towards Aswan. Afternoon time, is free at leisure to use the cruise facilities (available, but not included in the package price) or to relax on board enjoying the amazing view of the immortal River Nile! Dinner meal will be served on board. Evening time, a music performance will be operated by the staff. Overnight onboard.

Free morning on board, so you can enjoy the amazing view of the Nile while sailing to Aswan! Afternoon, we will transfer you to enjoy such a unique tour by sailing on the Nile by Felucca (Sailing Boat) around the nice islands of Aswan, Agha Khan Mausoleum and the Kitchener Island . We will then get back to the ship for rest and refresh. Enjoy your afternoon tea on board whereas the wonderful view the Nile. Evening time is free at leisure on your own to relax on board or we can offer an (optional) tour to attend the Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple , where you can learn more about the temple and about the kings who left their objects there. Finally, we will get back to our Nile Cruise for rest and refresh. Dinner meal will be served on board, and then the staff will operate a folkloric show. Overnight on board the Nile Cruise in Aswan .

Day 05: Wednesday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Breakfast meal will be served on board. After that, you will prepare yourself to join your expert tour guide to explore the wonderful city of Aswan. Our first visit of the day will be to the High Dam , which was constructed by the former president, Gamal Abdel Nasser to store the water, and then generate a large volume of the electricity. We will then ride in a motorboat to visit Temple of Philae , constructed in the 3rd century BC in the Greco Roman era as the cult center of the goddess Isis.

Our last visit will be to the Unfinished Obelisk , which was found in the granite quarry in the Southern part of Aswan. After the day tour, we will drive back to our Nile cruiser, so we can enjoy the tasty lunch. Evening time is free at leisure on your own to relax on board or we can offer an (optional) tour to attend the Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple , where you can learn more about the temple and about the kings who left their objects there. Finally, we will get back to our Nile Cruise for overnight.

Day 06: Thursday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Today we start sailing (in the early morning) towards the city of Edfu, near Aswan, in order to continue our wonderful Nile Cruise to Luxor . Energizing breakfast meal will be served on board before starting to your day tour. Our first visit of today will be to the Temple of Horus in Edfu , the finest preserved ancient Egyptian temple in the land of the Nile. It was constructed by the Ptolemies in the 3rd century BC for the worship of the god Horus. After that, you will get back to the ship, so we can enjoy the lunch on board while sailing to the city of Luxor. Evening time is free at leisure on board so you can enjoy the sailing process to Luxor. Overnight onboard.

Day 07: Friday (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Morning time is free at leisure or (optional) you can enjoy a Hot-air Balloon over the West Bank of Luxor. Enjoy your delicious breakfast before exploring the city of the dead where we can visit Valley of the Kings , the richest and most fascinating ancient tombs in Egypt. This was the burial site of the kings from the New Kingdom. The next visit of the day will be to the Temple of Deir El Bahari , constructed during the reign of the 18th dynasty by Queen Hatshepsut, one of the greatest rulers of Egypt. Our last visit will be to the Colossi of Memnon ; these two huge statues are the only remaining items of the great funerary temple of Amenhotep III constructed in 1350 BC and became a landmark of Luxor afterwards. After that, we will get back to our boat for overnight.

Day 08: Saturday (Breakfast)

Check out after breakfast. Later on, you will be met by our local representative in Luxor , who will transfer you to your hotel in Luxor or to Luxor International Airport in order to catch your departure flight after spending few days exploring the amazing temples, tombs and unforgettable attractions.

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