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Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise

A strong comfort-focused cruise option for travelers who want the classic Nile route with reliable onboard standards and polished shared spaces.

5 Days / 4 Nights or 4 Days / 3 NightsLuxor to AswanAswan to LuxorWeekly departures subject to season

Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise Overview

A strong comfort-focused cruise option for travelers who want the classic Nile route with reliable onboard standards and polished shared spaces.

Best for: Travelers who want a recognized ship category and straightforward itinerary

Why Book This Cruise

This cruise is included in the Nile Cruise Hub collection because it matches common buyer intent for route coverage, cabin comfort, sightseeing access, and quote flexibility. Final availability, cabin category, and inclusions should always be confirmed before payment.

Main Highlights

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Best for: Travelers who want a recognized ship category and straightforward itinerary

Cruise Highlights

  • Luxor East Bank
  • West Bank tombs
  • Edfu Temple
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • Philae Temple
33 Nights4 Days / 3 Nights · Aswan to Luxor
  1. 1
    Day 1Arrive in Aswan or board according to the confirmed route, complete Aswan sightseeing when scheduled.
  2. 2
    Day 2Sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu with guided temple visits.
  3. 3
    Day 3Continue to Luxor and visit East Bank highlights when scheduled.
  4. 4
    Day 4Visit Luxor West Bank and disembark.
44 Nights5 Days / 4 Nights · Luxor to Aswan
  1. 1
    Day 1Arrive in Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
  2. 2
    Day 2Explore the West Bank, including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then sail toward Edfu.
  3. 3
    Day 3Visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, then continue sailing toward Aswan.
  4. 4
    Day 4Visit Philae Temple, the High Dam area, and optional Nubian experiences.
  5. 5
    Day 5Disembark in Aswan or add Abu Simbel as an optional extension.
77 Nights8 Days / 7 Nights · Round Trip

This 7-night option sails this ship's own 4-night and 3-night legs back to back for a full Luxor - Aswan - Luxor round trip, without repeating the same guided temple visits on the way back.

  1. 1
    Day 1Arrive in Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
  2. 2
    Day 2Explore the West Bank, including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then sail toward Edfu.
  3. 3
    Day 3Visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, then continue sailing toward Aswan.
  4. 4
    Day 4Visit Philae Temple, the High Dam area, and optional Nubian experiences.
  5. 5
    Day 5Continue in Aswan, then begin the return sailing toward Luxor. An Abu Simbel extension can still be added before departing.
  6. 6
    Day 6Sail back toward Luxor, passing Kom Ombo and Edfu along the way.
  7. 7
    Day 7Free time in Luxor to relax onboard, shop, or arrange optional extras before your final night.
  8. 8
    Day 8Disembark in Luxor.

Cabins and Facilities

Air-conditioned cabins with private bathrooms, TV, minibar options, and housekeeping.

  • Pool deck
  • Restaurant
  • Lounge
  • Reception
  • Evening programs when scheduled

What is included?

  • Cabin stay
  • Meals as listed
  • Route sightseeing when quoted
  • Local assistance
  • Service charges where included

Not usually included

  • Drinks
  • Tipping
  • Entry tickets unless included
  • Flights
  • Optional excursions
Season3 nights4 days / 3 nights4 nights5 days / 4 nights7 nights8 days / 7 nights
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Indicative per person rates in a double cabin. Final price depends on cabin category, exact dates, and group size, and is confirmed at quote stage.

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Cruise FAQ

Does this cruise work for older travelers?

Yes, subject to mobility needs and cabin access.

Can the route be customized?

Cruise sailing route is fixed, but pre/post extensions can be customized.

What does Steigenberger Legacy cost across the year?

Rates step up through the year: lowest from June to August, a little higher in the May and September shoulder months, higher again in the October to April high season, with Easter and the Christmas and New Year sailings the most expensive dates of all. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact figure.

Which direction does it sail?

Luxor to Aswan, southbound, over 4 or 5 days. Karnak and Luxor Temple first, then the West Bank tombs, Edfu and Kom Ombo, finishing at Philae in Aswan.

Why choose this over a cheaper deluxe ship?

The temple itinerary is identical. You are paying for cabin quality, a recognised international brand standard, a proper pool deck and evening programmes, and smaller excursion groups.

What is included in the price?

Cabin stay, meals as listed, route sightseeing when quoted, local assistance and service charges. Drinks, tipping, entry tickets unless stated, flights and optional excursions are extra.

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