Semiramis II Nile Cruise
A Nile cruiser with a sun deck, lounge bar, dining room, panoramic cabins, full-board dining, and shore excursions between Luxor and Aswan.
The short answer
Semiramis II is a 5-Star Standard Nile cruise ship. Embark in Aswan on a Monday for 3 nights to Luxor or a 7-night round trip, or in Luxor on a Thursday for 4 nights to Aswan or a 7-night round trip. Rates are on request: send us your dates for a live price.
02Overview
A first look
Morning light moves across the Nile as Semiramis II leaves the quay, with fields, palms, and village rooftops passing beyond the panoramic windows. On board, your cabin provides a quiet base between shore excursions, while the sun deck, lounge bar, and dining room shape the unhurried rhythm of sailing.
We arrange this Nile cruiser weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, with time to visit Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings. Our Egyptologists bring each site into focus without rushing the day, and we coordinate embarkation, disembarkation, and the cruise booking through our licensed Egyptian tour operator team.
Routes
Where this ship sails
Each route this ship sails. The direction changes the order of the temples, the number of nights and which city you fly out of.
Cabin pricing
Rates on request
We don't have current published rates for this ship. Send us your dates and we'll come back with a live price for the cabin you want.
On board
Detailed itinerary
- 1
Board at Luxor and enjoy lunch on board before visiting Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, then begin sailing south towards Edfu.
- 3
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and the double temple at Kom Ombo, then sail on to Aswan.
- 4
Visit the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. An optional flight or drive to Abu Simbel can be arranged.
- 5
A relaxed day at Aswan: sail by felucca around Elephantine Island and Kitchener’s Island, or visit a Nubian village, before the vessel turns north.
- 6
- 7
Arrive back at Luxor with time for any West Bank sites not yet seen, or relax on the sun deck as you moor for the final night.
- 8
After breakfast, disembark at Luxor for your onward transfer.
- 1
Board your Nile cruiser at Luxor and settle into your cabin over lunch. In the afternoon visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex of ancient Egypt, and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. The vessel then begins sailing south towards Edfu.
- 3
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the best-preserved temple in Egypt, then sail on to Kom Ombo and its double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Aswan, where the ship moors for the night.
- 4
The ship lies moored at Aswan. Guests visiting Abu Simbel leave before dawn, by road or by air, for the two rock temples Ramesses II cut into the cliff, returning aboard around midday. The afternoon is at leisure on board.
- 5
After breakfast, disembark at Aswan. The morning then covers Aswan itself: the High Dam, the Temple of Isis at Philae reached by motor launch, and the granite Unfinished Obelisk, before your onward transfer.
- 1
Board your Nile cruiser at Aswan and enjoy lunch on board. Visit the High Dam, the Temple of Isis at Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
Sail north to Kom Ombo for its double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then continue to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus. Sail on towards Luxor.
- 3
Reach Luxor and cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 4
After breakfast visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then disembark for your onward transfer.
- 1
Board at Aswan and enjoy lunch on board, then visit the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
A relaxed day at Aswan by felucca around Elephantine and Kitchener’s Islands, or a Nubian village visit. An optional Abu Simbel excursion can be arranged.
- 3
Sail north to Kom Ombo for the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then Edfu for the Temple of Horus.
- 4
At Luxor, cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 5
Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then the vessel begins its return sailing south.
- 6
- 7
Arrive back at Aswan with time to relax on board or take an optional excursion before your final night.
- 8
After breakfast, disembark at Aswan for your onward transfer.
Bundled in
- Swimming pool
- Barbecue area
- Sun Deck
- Restaurant
- Panoramic lounge & bar
- Gift shop / Boutique
- Wireless Internet (Wi‑Fi)
- Laundry service
- 24-hour reception
- Air-conditioned throughout
- Doctor on call
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- All sightseeing tours with an English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- Meet & assist service upon arrival & departure
- All airport and port transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Entrance fees to all listed attractions
- All service charges & taxes
- Small group tours (maximum 8 participants)
Add before or after your cruise
The ship sails between Luxor and Aswan. The Pyramids, and most flights home, are in Cairo. These short add-ons join the two.
After you dock
Aswan to Cairo flight and one hotel night
Two nights in Cairo with a day in Alexandria
3-Day Egypt Short Break: Cairo & Luxor
3-Day Cairo & Alexandria Tour
3-Day Luxor Tour from Marsa Alam
3-Day Cairo Tour from Sharm El Sheikh- 3-Day Luxor & Cairo Tour from Hurghada
2-Day Luxor to Cairo Post-Cruise Stay
3-Day Luxor to Cairo Post-Cruise Tour with Alexandria
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The route
Luxor and Aswan
- EdfuThe Temple of Horus
- Kom OmboThe Temple of Sobek
Choose your direction
- Luxor → Aswan4 nightsupstream, against the current
- Aswan → Luxor3 nightsdownstream, with the current
- Round-trip7 nightsreturn to Luxor or Aswan
Snapshot
Good to know
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport and photocopy
- Sunscreen SPF30 or higher and a wide-brim hat
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Lightweight daypack and reusable water bottle
- Motion-sickness remedy if prone to seasickness on rivers
- Power adapter (Egypt uses Type C and F plugs)
- Small torch or headlamp for tomb visits
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing for hot afternoons
- Long sleeves or a light scarf for sun and mosque visits
- Trousers or knee-length skirts for temples and mosques
- A light sweater for cooler mornings and air-conditioned lounges
- Closed-toe shoes for excavated sites and uneven surfaces
Children & families
Children 0–5.99 years travel free, 6–11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price, and children 12 years and older pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, with a maximum of one child per cabin; two or more children require their own cabin. Strollers can be used on the vessel and at embankments but are impractical on many temple sites and inside tombs due to steps and narrow passages. High chairs are available in the vessel dining room on request, but not guaranteed; please request child equipment at booking so we can confirm with the cruise partner.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The vessel and shore excursions involve varied terrain, including cobbles, compacted sand, narrow temple doorways, and uneven ancient stone surfaces. Embarkation and disembarkation use fixed gangways and steps; several cabins are reached by stairs. Shore excursions routinely require standing and walking for up to 60–90 minutes, often on uneven ground and with steps into temples and tombs. Wheelchair users will need a compact, manually propelled wheelchair for gangway transfers and may require assistance for some site access. We can arrange priority seating and slower walking pace briefings on request, and our team will meet you on arrival to discuss specific mobility needs. Please tell us about any mobility impairment, reduced stamina, or visual or hearing needs before travel so we can coordinate assistance with the cruise line and local guides.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
We arrange this Nile cruiser using motor coaches for transfers between airport and embarkation where required, typically modern minibuses that meet local emissions norms. On the Nile, the vessel sails the river using its standard propulsion system; fuel-efficient routing is discussed with partners where practical. We contract locally owned hotels, Egyptologists, and excursion teams, paying suppliers directly in Egyptian pounds to support the local economy. Our shore guides are locally employed Egyptologists who receive an agreed daily rate above the sector average. Single-use plastic water bottles are discouraged aboard during excursions, passengers are asked to refill on the vessel, and we encourage guests to bring reusable bottles. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we require suppliers to follow cultural respect guidelines, and we prioritise partners who engage community craftspeople for local-market stalls and participatory village visits.
Licensed Egyptologist guides
State-licensed, and people we have worked with for years
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' site rules: marked paths, no touching reliefs
Local teams, real help
Our own offices in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm El Sheikh
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
If you cancel, your refund depends on how early you tell us and on the type of trip. Read our current cancellation and refund policy
Last updated Product ID: CRU-NIL-356822
At a glance
- Length
- 3, 4 or 7 nights
- Embarks
- Thu in Luxor · Mon in Aswan
- Board
- Full Board
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