Nicko Cruises Nile: 14 nights from Assouan with Nile Monarch
Feb 16, 2026

Assouan

Of all the cities overlooking the Nile, Aswan is undoubtedly the most touristy and commercial. Despite its modern side, however, there are numerous archaeological sites and points of interest located in its surroundings.

These include the Temples of File, to be discovered with a relaxing boat trip, the famous temple of Kom Ombo located on the hill of Ombos, that of Edfu also known as the Temple of Horus and Elephantine Island, the largest island in the Nile.

The Gateway to Ancient Egypt: Aswan

Aswan, a captivating city on the Nile River, is the perfect starting point for an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt. From here, you can explore the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel, the Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk, all while enjoying the serene beauty of the Nile. A cruise from Aswan offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in millennia of history, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local culture. Experience the magic of the pharaohs as you sail in comfort.

A Journey Through Time on the Nile

Cruises departing from Aswan provide an unparalleled experience of relaxation and discovery. Sail along the tranquil waters of the Nile, witnessing daily life along its banks and marveling at the timeless monuments that dot the landscape. Enjoy luxurious amenities on board as you journey between iconic sites, with expert guides bringing ancient stories to life. Whether it's a short excursion or a longer voyage, a cruise from Aswan promises an enriching and peaceful escape into the heart of Egyptian heritage, leaving you with lasting memories.

Assouan

Of all the cities overlooking the Nile, Aswan is undoubtedly the most touristy and commercial. Despite its modern side, however, there are numerous archaeological sites and points of interest located in its surroundings.

These include the Temples of File, to be discovered with a relaxing boat trip, the famous temple of Kom Ombo located on the hill of Ombos, that of Edfu also known as the Temple of Horus and Elephantine Island, the largest island in the Nile.

The Gateway to Ancient Egypt: Aswan

Aswan, a captivating city on the Nile River, is the perfect starting point for an unforgettable journey through ancient Egypt. From here, you can explore the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel, the Philae Temple, and the Unfinished Obelisk, all while enjoying the serene beauty of the Nile. A cruise from Aswan offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in millennia of history, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local culture. Experience the magic of the pharaohs as you sail in comfort.

A Journey Through Time on the Nile

Cruises departing from Aswan provide an unparalleled experience of relaxation and discovery. Sail along the tranquil waters of the Nile, witnessing daily life along its banks and marveling at the timeless monuments that dot the landscape. Enjoy luxurious amenities on board as you journey between iconic sites, with expert guides bringing ancient stories to life. Whether it's a short excursion or a longer voyage, a cruise from Aswan promises an enriching and peaceful escape into the heart of Egyptian heritage, leaving you with lasting memories.

Kom Ombo

Edfu

Luxor

Luxor, once Thebes, the ancient capital of Egypt is today one of the most important cities in the country as well as a concentration of history and wonder.

Not far from the banks of the Nile in fact, the territory houses treasures of inestimable value including the Valley of the Kings, also known as Wadi Biban el-Muluk, which houses within a suggestive location the tombs of the rulers who reigned during the New Kingdom of Egypt. Also not to be missed are the Karnak complex, the famous Luxor temple, that of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Queens.

Luxor: Nile Cruise Gateway to Ancient Egypt

Embark on an extraordinary journey from Luxor, often called the "world's greatest open-air museum," serving as a primary departure point for Nile River cruises in Egypt. With its awe-inspiring temples, tombs, and monuments, including the Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple, Luxor offers an unparalleled historical prelude to your cruise. Immerse yourself in millennia of pharaonic history and vibrant local culture before setting sail on the serene waters of the Nile.

Sail Through History on the Nile from Luxor

Cruises departing from Luxor provide an enchanting way to explore the ancient wonders of Egypt. Glide along the timeless Nile River, witnessing daily life along its banks and stopping at iconic sites like the Temple of Hatshepsut and Edfu. From the comfort of your ship, you'll experience breathtaking sunrises and sunsets over the desert landscapes, while expert guides bring the stories of pharaohs and gods to life. This journey promises profound cultural immersion and serene relaxation, leaving you with an unforgettable connection to Egypt's glorious past.

Qena

Sohag

Beni Suef

Cairo

Also known as the Capital of Egypt, Cairo is the largest and most populous city in the nation and is able to perfectly marry its two opposing sides: the modern one and the one rich in history.

The city is also known as the gateway to the Pyramids of Giza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 perfectly preserved and protected for millennia by the famous sphinx. Cairo also houses the world's largest Egyptian Museum, inside which over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt are preserved.

If at least once in your life you have imagined yourself in front of a majestic pyramid that you have seen so many times depicted in history books and admiring up close what were once the burial places of the great rulers of ancient Egypt, you are in the right place! Visiting Egypt has never been so easy! Located in a strategic position, between the delta and the course of the Nile, Cairo is the capital of Egypt as well as the largest and most populous city in the nation. The city is renowned all over the world for being the perfect combination of ancient and modern offering visitors activities that can satisfy even the most extravagant tastes. As soon as you set foot in the city you will realize how nothing is more truthful!

In the eastern part of the city, tradition, history and culture are the masters. The other side of the city, built having the French capital as a model, is rich in wide avenues, public gardens and art spaces. If you have studied the history of ancient Egypt in books, in the capital you will have the opportunity to observe up close unique archaeological finds of their kind.

By visiting the largest Egyptian Museum in the world, for example, you can see with your own eyes over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt preserved to help tourists immerse themselves in the local culture and history. The city is also known for being the gateway to the necropolis of Giza, an archaeological site declared a UNESCO heritage site since 1979, still perfectly preserved and visited every year by millions of tourists from all over the world. It is a complex of monuments that testify to ancient Egyptian civilization in all its splendor. Inside it houses some of the most important pyramids in the world, such as the Pyramid of Chephren, the only one to still have the ancient Tura limestone covering on the top, the Pyramid of Mycerinus, the famous Sphinx and the Pyramid of Cheops.

Another place of worship worthy of mention and visit are the various mosques scattered around the city. A place of prayer for the faithful, once used for profane purposes linked to the political, judicial and social life of the city, the mosques strike and always leave tourists breathless for their imposing dimensions, their charm, the beauty of their architecture and for the splendor of their pavements and wall decorations. Therefore, if you are in Cairo you cannot miss visiting the Muhammad Ali Mosque, Al-Azhar and finally that of Sultan Hassan.

If you want to dedicate some time to shopping and tasting local flavors, a visit to one of the souks in the city is what's right for you! The Khan el-Khalili Souk, famous for being the second largest market in the Middle East after the Istanbul Bazaar, houses a series of craft shops where you can find anything that comes to mind! !

Visiting this place is truly impressive, not only because it will allow you to fully experience city life but because it will lead you to get involved during expenses, and if you are wondering why, know that the key word in these places is BARGAINING! If you want to enjoy the beauties of Cairo even during the journey and not only once you reach the destination, know that the best way to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that starts from Cairo or that has the city as a stop to enjoy the beauty of its attractions and to create memories that will forever be etched in your mind! What are you waiting for? Visit our profile and choose the cruise that best suits your needs!

Cairo

Also known as the Capital of Egypt, Cairo is the largest and most populous city in the nation and is able to perfectly marry its two opposing sides: the modern one and the one rich in history.

The city is also known as the gateway to the Pyramids of Giza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 perfectly preserved and protected for millennia by the famous sphinx. Cairo also houses the world's largest Egyptian Museum, inside which over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt are preserved.

If at least once in your life you have imagined yourself in front of a majestic pyramid that you have seen so many times depicted in history books and admiring up close what were once the burial places of the great rulers of ancient Egypt, you are in the right place! Visiting Egypt has never been so easy! Located in a strategic position, between the delta and the course of the Nile, Cairo is the capital of Egypt as well as the largest and most populous city in the nation. The city is renowned all over the world for being the perfect combination of ancient and modern offering visitors activities that can satisfy even the most extravagant tastes. As soon as you set foot in the city you will realize how nothing is more truthful!

In the eastern part of the city, tradition, history and culture are the masters. The other side of the city, built having the French capital as a model, is rich in wide avenues, public gardens and art spaces. If you have studied the history of ancient Egypt in books, in the capital you will have the opportunity to observe up close unique archaeological finds of their kind.

By visiting the largest Egyptian Museum in the world, for example, you can see with your own eyes over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt preserved to help tourists immerse themselves in the local culture and history. The city is also known for being the gateway to the necropolis of Giza, an archaeological site declared a UNESCO heritage site since 1979, still perfectly preserved and visited every year by millions of tourists from all over the world. It is a complex of monuments that testify to ancient Egyptian civilization in all its splendor. Inside it houses some of the most important pyramids in the world, such as the Pyramid of Chephren, the only one to still have the ancient Tura limestone covering on the top, the Pyramid of Mycerinus, the famous Sphinx and the Pyramid of Cheops.

Another place of worship worthy of mention and visit are the various mosques scattered around the city. A place of prayer for the faithful, once used for profane purposes linked to the political, judicial and social life of the city, the mosques strike and always leave tourists breathless for their imposing dimensions, their charm, the beauty of their architecture and for the splendor of their pavements and wall decorations. Therefore, if you are in Cairo you cannot miss visiting the Muhammad Ali Mosque, Al-Azhar and finally that of Sultan Hassan.

If you want to dedicate some time to shopping and tasting local flavors, a visit to one of the souks in the city is what's right for you! The Khan el-Khalili Souk, famous for being the second largest market in the Middle East after the Istanbul Bazaar, houses a series of craft shops where you can find anything that comes to mind! !

Visiting this place is truly impressive, not only because it will allow you to fully experience city life but because it will lead you to get involved during expenses, and if you are wondering why, know that the key word in these places is BARGAINING! If you want to enjoy the beauties of Cairo even during the journey and not only once you reach the destination, know that the best way to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that starts from Cairo or that has the city as a stop to enjoy the beauty of its attractions and to create memories that will forever be etched in your mind! What are you waiting for? Visit our profile and choose the cruise that best suits your needs!

Cairo

Also known as the Capital of Egypt, Cairo is the largest and most populous city in the nation and is able to perfectly marry its two opposing sides: the modern one and the one rich in history.

The city is also known as the gateway to the Pyramids of Giza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 perfectly preserved and protected for millennia by the famous sphinx. Cairo also houses the world's largest Egyptian Museum, inside which over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt are preserved.

If at least once in your life you have imagined yourself in front of a majestic pyramid that you have seen so many times depicted in history books and admiring up close what were once the burial places of the great rulers of ancient Egypt, you are in the right place! Visiting Egypt has never been so easy! Located in a strategic position, between the delta and the course of the Nile, Cairo is the capital of Egypt as well as the largest and most populous city in the nation. The city is renowned all over the world for being the perfect combination of ancient and modern offering visitors activities that can satisfy even the most extravagant tastes. As soon as you set foot in the city you will realize how nothing is more truthful!

In the eastern part of the city, tradition, history and culture are the masters. The other side of the city, built having the French capital as a model, is rich in wide avenues, public gardens and art spaces. If you have studied the history of ancient Egypt in books, in the capital you will have the opportunity to observe up close unique archaeological finds of their kind.

By visiting the largest Egyptian Museum in the world, for example, you can see with your own eyes over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt preserved to help tourists immerse themselves in the local culture and history. The city is also known for being the gateway to the necropolis of Giza, an archaeological site declared a UNESCO heritage site since 1979, still perfectly preserved and visited every year by millions of tourists from all over the world. It is a complex of monuments that testify to ancient Egyptian civilization in all its splendor. Inside it houses some of the most important pyramids in the world, such as the Pyramid of Chephren, the only one to still have the ancient Tura limestone covering on the top, the Pyramid of Mycerinus, the famous Sphinx and the Pyramid of Cheops.

Another place of worship worthy of mention and visit are the various mosques scattered around the city. A place of prayer for the faithful, once used for profane purposes linked to the political, judicial and social life of the city, the mosques strike and always leave tourists breathless for their imposing dimensions, their charm, the beauty of their architecture and for the splendor of their pavements and wall decorations. Therefore, if you are in Cairo you cannot miss visiting the Muhammad Ali Mosque, Al-Azhar and finally that of Sultan Hassan.

If you want to dedicate some time to shopping and tasting local flavors, a visit to one of the souks in the city is what's right for you! The Khan el-Khalili Souk, famous for being the second largest market in the Middle East after the Istanbul Bazaar, houses a series of craft shops where you can find anything that comes to mind! !

Visiting this place is truly impressive, not only because it will allow you to fully experience city life but because it will lead you to get involved during expenses, and if you are wondering why, know that the key word in these places is BARGAINING! If you want to enjoy the beauties of Cairo even during the journey and not only once you reach the destination, know that the best way to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that starts from Cairo or that has the city as a stop to enjoy the beauty of its attractions and to create memories that will forever be etched in your mind! What are you waiting for? Visit our profile and choose the cruise that best suits your needs!

Cairo

Also known as the Capital of Egypt, Cairo is the largest and most populous city in the nation and is able to perfectly marry its two opposing sides: the modern one and the one rich in history.

The city is also known as the gateway to the Pyramids of Giza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979 perfectly preserved and protected for millennia by the famous sphinx. Cairo also houses the world's largest Egyptian Museum, inside which over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt are preserved.

If at least once in your life you have imagined yourself in front of a majestic pyramid that you have seen so many times depicted in history books and admiring up close what were once the burial places of the great rulers of ancient Egypt, you are in the right place! Visiting Egypt has never been so easy! Located in a strategic position, between the delta and the course of the Nile, Cairo is the capital of Egypt as well as the largest and most populous city in the nation. The city is renowned all over the world for being the perfect combination of ancient and modern offering visitors activities that can satisfy even the most extravagant tastes. As soon as you set foot in the city you will realize how nothing is more truthful!

In the eastern part of the city, tradition, history and culture are the masters. The other side of the city, built having the French capital as a model, is rich in wide avenues, public gardens and art spaces. If you have studied the history of ancient Egypt in books, in the capital you will have the opportunity to observe up close unique archaeological finds of their kind.

By visiting the largest Egyptian Museum in the world, for example, you can see with your own eyes over 136,000 archaeological finds dating back to the time of Ancient Egypt preserved to help tourists immerse themselves in the local culture and history. The city is also known for being the gateway to the necropolis of Giza, an archaeological site declared a UNESCO heritage site since 1979, still perfectly preserved and visited every year by millions of tourists from all over the world. It is a complex of monuments that testify to ancient Egyptian civilization in all its splendor. Inside it houses some of the most important pyramids in the world, such as the Pyramid of Chephren, the only one to still have the ancient Tura limestone covering on the top, the Pyramid of Mycerinus, the famous Sphinx and the Pyramid of Cheops.

Another place of worship worthy of mention and visit are the various mosques scattered around the city. A place of prayer for the faithful, once used for profane purposes linked to the political, judicial and social life of the city, the mosques strike and always leave tourists breathless for their imposing dimensions, their charm, the beauty of their architecture and for the splendor of their pavements and wall decorations. Therefore, if you are in Cairo you cannot miss visiting the Muhammad Ali Mosque, Al-Azhar and finally that of Sultan Hassan.

If you want to dedicate some time to shopping and tasting local flavors, a visit to one of the souks in the city is what's right for you! The Khan el-Khalili Souk, famous for being the second largest market in the Middle East after the Istanbul Bazaar, houses a series of craft shops where you can find anything that comes to mind! !

Visiting this place is truly impressive, not only because it will allow you to fully experience city life but because it will lead you to get involved during expenses, and if you are wondering why, know that the key word in these places is BARGAINING! If you want to enjoy the beauties of Cairo even during the journey and not only once you reach the destination, know that the best way to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that starts from Cairo or that has the city as a stop to enjoy the beauty of its attractions and to create memories that will forever be etched in your mind! What are you waiting for? Visit our profile and choose the cruise that best suits your needs!