Tour Details
| Duration |
4 Days / 5 Days |
|---|---|
| Tour Location |
Luxor / Edfu / Kom Ombo / Aswan |
| Tour Type |
Full Board + Sightseeing |
| Cruise Schedule |
Every Monday from Aswan & Thursday from Luxor |
About MS Medea Nile Cruise
About! Sail through the heart of ancient Egypt aboard the MS Medea Nile Cruise, a 5-star vessel operated by Spring Nile Cruise that captures the essence of luxury and timeless style on the Nile. Measuring 72.35 meters in length and spread over four decks plus a spacious sun deck, this elegant ship blends classic charm with modern sophistication. Rich wood paneling, fine fabrics, and warm tones create a refined setting throughout its interiors. The MS Medea features 58 beautifully appointed cabins and suites, including 36 Twin Superior Cabins, 19 Double Superior Cabins, and 3 Suites with private balconies, each offering panoramic Nile views. Every cabin is equipped with an en suite bathroom, flat-screen, hair dryer, in-room safe, and individually controlled air conditioning, ensuring complete comfort during your cruise. If you’re seeking a more luxurious experience with grand suites only and private French balconies, consider the MS Tosca Luxury Nile Cruise, a vessel that redefines Nile cruising with refined design and world-class hospitality.
Highlights: A journey aboard the Medea Nile Cruise is a feast for the senses. The ship’s restaurant, accommodating up to 120 guests, serves a selection of international and Egyptian cuisine in a refined atmosphere. After dining, guests can enjoy live music and evening entertainment, including an Egyptian folklore show and belly dancing, in the spacious lounge bar. For quieter moments, the separate panoramic bar with Chesterfield sofas invites you to unwind with a cocktail or book while admiring the river views. The sun deck, which runs the full length and width of the ship, offers an open-air bar, swimming pool, elegant cane loungers, and fitness equipment for those who wish to stay active. Sailing every Thursday from Luxor and Monday from Aswan, this cruise covers the most famous attractions of the Aswan Luxor Nile Cruise Journey from the Karnak and Luxor Temples and the Valley of the Kings to Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Philae Temple with flexible itineraries as well as optional guided excursions.
Medea Nile Cruise Facilities
Accommodation
- 24-Hour Reception Desk
- Elegant Lounge and Bar Area
- Fine Dining Restaurant for 120 Guests
- Sun Deck with Swimming Pool and Open-Air Bar
- Suites with Private Balcony
- Onboard Gift Shop
- Individually Controlled Air Conditioning
- Flat-Screen Satellite TV in All Cabins
- Mini Bar and In-Room Safe Deposit Box
- Direct Telephone and Hair Dryer in Each Cabin
- Fireproof, Soundproof Construction and Advanced Safety Systems
Other Facilities
MS Medea Nile Cruise Itinerary
4 Days Itinerary From Aswan to Luxor (Every Monday)
Check-In
Welcome aboard the MS Medea Nile Cruise, one of our top Standard Nile Cruises options, offering a perfect blend of comfort upon arrival. Check in before lunch and settle into your elegant cabin overlooking the tranquil Nile.
Lunch on board
Enjoy your first lunch as the ship rests peacefully on the Aswan Nile’s tranquil waters.
Explore the High Dam
Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, a 20th-century engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s agriculture and created the vast Lake Nasser.
Discover the Unfinished Obelisk
Continue your exploration with a visit to the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk, an awe-inspiring ancient monument left incomplete due to a crack in the granite.
Visit the Philae Temple
Conclude your day with a magical visit to the enchanting Philae Temple, a sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis. This architectural gem was meticulously relocated to its current island home to save it from the rising waters of the High Dam.
Dinner & Overnight on your Cruise
Enjoy an elegant dinner onboard, then relax on the sundeck beneath a starlit Aswan sky.
Note
Arriving early in Aswan? No worries! Your tour will start promptly to minimize wait times, allowing you to begin your Nile adventure without delay. Cruise check-in is at noon, and Tripidays Egypt Tours is dedicated to making your travel experience seamless.
Breakfast on board
Begin your day with a leisurely breakfast as your cruise sails north.
Visit Kom Ombo Temple
Stop at Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely devoted to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Horus the Elder, the falcon-headed god of protection.
Sail to Edfu & Lunch Onboard
Continue your journey to Edfu while savoring a delicious lunch prepared by the ship’s talented chefs.
Edfu Temple Tour
Once we dock in Edfu, visit the awe-inspiring Edfu Temple dedicated to Horus. Known as one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Egypt, it offers a fascinating insight into the spiritual life of ancient Egypt.
Dinner & Overnight on your Cruise
Return to the ship for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay on the Nile.
Breakfast Onboard
Enjoy breakfast while the ship sails toward Luxor, where ancient history and timeless beauty await.
Valley of the Kings Trip
Start your day exploring the Valley of the Kings, the sacred burial ground of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs, including Tutankhamun and Ramses VI.
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Continue to the majestic Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, a masterpiece of ancient architecture built into the cliffs of the West Bank.
Colossi of Memnon Visit
Pause to admire the Colossi of Memnon, two colossal statues that once guarded the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
Lunch & Dinner Onboard
Return to your cruise for lunch, relaxation, and an enchanting evening dinner as you sail along the illuminated riverbanks of Luxor.
Overnight on your Cruise
Spend the night onboard in Luxor, surrounded by the city’s timeless charm and the gentle rhythm of the river.
Breakfast & Check-Out
After breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to the MS Medea Nile Cruise as you check out and begin your final sightseeing tour.
Karnak Temple
Visit the Karnak Temple Complex, the world’s largest ancient religious site. Its towering Hypostyle Hall, with 134 massive columns, stands as a testament to Egypt’s architectural grandeur.
Luxor Temple
End your journey with the graceful Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
Note
Please be aware that slight changes to the itinerary may occur due to circumstances beyond our control.
5 Days Itinerary From Luxor to Aswan (Every Thursday)
Check-In & Welcome Aboard
Begin your unforgettable 5-day journey aboard the MS Medea Nile Cruise. Upon arrival, step aboard and settle into your comfortable cabin.
Lunch Onboard
Enjoy your first meal on board while admiring the scenic banks of the Nile and the ancient temples that whisper stories of Egypt’s glorious past.
Visit the Karnak Temples
Start your adventure at the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever built, developed over 2,000 years in devotion to Amun-Ra.
Explore Luxor Temple
Continue to the nearby Luxor Temple, constructed around 1400 BCE by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II.
Dinner & Overnight Onboard
Return to your cruise for a relaxing dinner as the ship glows under Luxor’s evening sky.
Overnight on your cruise
Spend the night on board the Medea, resting in comfort as the ship gently floats on the Nile, surrounded by the tranquil charm of Luxor.
Breakfast & Morning Excursion
Begin your day with a hearty breakfast before crossing to the West Bank—the gateway to Egypt’s royal necropolis.
Valley of the Kings
Venture into the Valley of the Kings, resting place of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs (1550–1070 BCE).
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
Visit the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, a 15th-century BCE masterpiece built by Egypt’s first great female pharaoh to honor Amun-Ra and her divine legacy.
Colossi of Memnon
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood as timeless guardians of Luxor’s ancient glory.
Lunch & Dinner Onboard
Return to your ship for a relaxing afternoon and enjoy delicious onboard meals as the MS Medea sets sail toward Edfu.
Overnight on your cruise
Relax and unwind on board as you sail smoothly toward Edfu under the tranquil Nile sky.
Breakfast
Wake up to a delightful breakfast while cruising toward Edfu, one of the Nile’s most captivating temple sites.
Edfu Temple of Horus
Disembark to explore the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temple, built between 237 and 57 BCE during the Ptolemaic period.
Lunch & Sailing to Kom Ombo
Enjoy lunch aboard as your cruise continues toward Kom Ombo, a charming riverside town famed for its unique dual temple.
Kom Ombo Temple Visit
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Horus the Elder, the god of protection.
Dinner & Overnight Onboard
Savor a fine dinner onboard and enjoy the evening breeze as the cruise sails gracefully toward Aswan.
Breakfast Onboard
Start your morning with a rich breakfast as the MS Medea docks in the serene and picturesque city of Aswan.
Philae Temple Tour
Begin your day with a visit to the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, built during the Ptolemaic period (c. 280 BCE).
High Dam Visit
Next, see the impressive Aswan High Dam, completed in 1970 under President Gamal Abdel Nasser.
Unfinished Obelisk
Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk, an enormous granite monument commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut in the 15th century BCE.
Lunch & Dinner Onboard
Return to the ship for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing on the sun deck or enjoying the view of Aswan’s tranquil islands.
Overnight on your cruise
Relax on board and enjoy a peaceful night surrounded by Aswan’s calm waters and golden-lit skyline.
Breakfast & Check-Out
After breakfast, bid farewell to the crew of the MS Medea Nile Cruise as your unforgettable journey along the Nile comes to an end.
Optional Abu Simbel Tour
For those who wish to extend their adventure, an optional excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples is available. Carved by Ramses II in the 13th century BCE and was later relocated by UNESCO.
Departure
As your voyage aboard the Medea Nile Cruise concludes, Tripidays Egypt Tours will arrange your transfer to Aswan Airport or the train station, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your unforgettable Nile experience.
Note
Slight changes might happen due to circumstances beyond our control.
Included
- Meet and Assist with Tripidays Representative at the Airport or Train Station.
- 3 Nights or 4 Nights of Full Board Accommodation at a 5-Star Medea Nile Cruise.
- Private Tour Guide (Egyptologist) of all Major Nile Cruise Tours & Excursions.
- All Tour Transfers are Made by Modern Private Vehicles.
- Entrance Fees to Nile Cruise Trip Attractions are Mentioned in the Itinerary.
- Free Bottle of Water During the Tours.
- Our Assistance During Your Stay.
- All Taxes and Charges.
Excluded
- Personal Expenses (souvenirs, extra meals, etc.)
- Tips for Tour Guides and Drivers.
- Extra Meals and Beverages.
- All Personal Expenses.
- Optional Activities.
Cruise Prices & Policies
FAQs About MS Medea Nile Cruise Ship
The MS Medea sails every Thursday from Luxor and every Monday from Aswan, offering flexible itineraries of 3-, 4-, or 7-night cruises.
The ship features 58 cabins and suites, including Twin Superior, Double Superior, and Junior Suites, all with Nile views. Amenities include en suite bathrooms with shower/tub, hair dryer, individually controllable air conditioning, and safe deposit box.
Among its onboard public facilities are a sun deck with open-air bar and swimming pool, elegant cane-table seating and sun loungers, a spacious lounge & bar, 24-hour reception, gift shop, and WiFi.
Typical itineraries include major ancient Egyptian attractions such as the Karnak Temple Complex, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, and optional excursions to Abu Simbel.
The ship is certified 5-star and approved by Lloyd’s Shipping of London. It features four decks plus a sun deck, fire- and sound-proof walls and ceilings, a water purification system, and strict rules such as smoking allowed only on the sun deck.
