- Duration
- 04 Days / 03 Nights
- Dates
- 30 December 2026 to 2 January 2027
- Route
- Aswan ➔ Kom Ombo ➔ Edfu ➔ Luxor
- Ship
- A choice of two deluxe Nile cruise ships (see the prices)
- Board Basis
- Full board on the cruise, plus the New Year's Eve gala dinner
- Guide
- English-speaking Egyptologist for the scheduled visits
Overview
Ring in 2027 on the Nile. You board a deluxe Nile cruise ship in Aswan on 30 December, and on New Year's Eve you sail north after a day at the High Dam, Philae and Kom Ombo, with a gala dinner on board that night.
New Year's Day takes you to the Temple of Horus at Edfu and on to Luxor, and the last day covers the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak and Luxor Temple with your Egyptologist guide before your onward transfer.
Highlights
New Year's Eve on the Nile
A gala dinner on board on 31 December, after a day in Aswan and Kom Ombo.
Three nights sailing north
A deluxe Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor with full board.
Temples on the way
Philae, Kom Ombo and Edfu with your Egyptologist guide.
Luxor's two banks
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor Temple on the last day.
Route
- 1
Aswan
Board on 30 December; the High Dam and Philae Temple on New Year's Eve.
- 2
Kom Ombo
The double temple of Sobek and Horus, then the gala dinner on board.
- 3
Edfu
The Temple of Horus on New Year's Day.
- 4
Luxor
The West Bank and the East Bank on 2 January, then departure.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day1
Arrival in Aswan and cruise check-in
Wednesday, 30 December 2026
Arrive in Aswan and transfer to the Nile cruise ship for check-in. Settle into your cabin and enjoy the first views of the Nile from the deck; the rest of the day is at leisure on board. - Day2
Aswan sightseeing, Kom Ombo and New Year's Eve
Thursday, 31 December 2026
After breakfast, visit the Aswan High Dam overlooking Lake Nasser, then take a motorboat to Philae Temple, set on Agilkia Island and dedicated to the goddess Isis. Return to the ship for lunch and sail north to Kom Ombo to visit the double temple of Sobek and Horus. Celebrate New Year's Eve on board with the gala dinner, and overnight on the ship. - Day3
Edfu Temple and sailing to Luxor
Friday, 1 January 2027
Breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu, then visit the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt's best-preserved temples, with your Egyptologist guide. Lunch on board as you sail on through the Nile Valley towards Luxor. Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor. - Day4
Luxor West and East Banks, departure
Saturday, 2 January 2027
After breakfast, check out and visit Luxor's West Bank: the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the East Bank for Karnak Temple, renowned for its monumental columns, and Luxor Temple, then transfer for your onward journey.
Prices
New Year departure
30 December 2026 to 2 January 2027
| Nile Saray | $755 per person |
|---|---|
| Renaissance | $915 per person |
The same cruise sails from Aswan every Wednesday: ask us for other dates.
- Prices are per person for the whole programme. Tell us your dates and group and we confirm the cabin.
What's included
Included
- 3 nights on board the Nile cruise ship.
- Full board on the cruise: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- New Year's Eve gala dinner on board.
- Entrance tickets to the sites listed in the itinerary.
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide during the scheduled visits.
- Transport for the scheduled sightseeing and the transfers described in the programme.
Not included
- Tips for the cruise crew, the Egyptologist guide and the drivers.
- Personal expenses, and drinks or services not listed as included.
- Any sightseeing, transfer or service not mentioned in the itinerary.
- International and domestic flights, and any travel not listed as included.
Good to know
- A fixed New Year departure: you board in Aswan on Wednesday 30 December 2026 and leave Luxor on Saturday 2 January 2027.
- The cruise operator may adjust sailing times and the order of visits to suit navigation conditions.
- The same 3-night cruise sails from Aswan every Wednesday, so it can also be booked on other dates.
Children & cancellation policy
Children's policy
- Ages 0–5FreeFlight fares excluded
- Ages 6–1150%of the adult rate
- Ages 12+100%Full adult rate
This policy applies to children sharing a room with two adults. Flight conditions may vary.
Holiday cruise cancellation policy
This holiday departure has its own cancellation terms. The following fees are charged automatically:
| When you cancel | Cancellation fee |
|---|---|
| Less than 3 months before arrival | 50% of total |
| Less than 2 months before arrival | 75% of total |
| Less than 45 days before arrival | 100% of total |
Full terms: refund & returns policy.
Questions about this tour
When does this New Year's Eve cruise sail?
You board in Aswan on Wednesday 30 December 2026 and leave the ship in Luxor on Saturday 2 January 2027, after a last day of sightseeing.
Where are we on New Year's Eve?
On the ship, after a day at the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple and Kom Ombo. The gala dinner on board on 31 December is included.
Which ship do we sail on?
You choose between two deluxe Nile cruise ships on the Aswan to Luxor route; the price table shows both. The visits are the same on either ship.
Are flights included?
No. International and domestic flights are not included. We can arrange a flight to Aswan and travel on from Luxor; tell us when you enquire.
Can we add Abu Simbel?
Yes. Abu Simbel is not part of this programme, but it can be added from Aswan on 30 December or with an extra night before the cruise; ask us for the supplement.
How much does it cost?
From $755 per person, depending on the ship you choose. Both ships and their prices are in the price table on this page.
