Description

Jaz Elite Senator Nile cruise 5 days – 4 nights

 Jaz Elite Senator 5-day, 4-night itinerary departs every Thursday from Luxor

MS Jaz Senator offers a premium 5-day, 4-night itinerary sailing from Luxor to Aswan. The journey includes full-board luxury accommodation and guided tours to iconic ancient temples, the Valley of the Kings, and Aswan’s modern engineering marvels.

Day 1: Embarkation & Luxor East Bank

• Afternoon: Embarkation in Luxor before lunch.

• Sightseeing: Visit the sprawling Karnak Temple and the beautifully illuminated Luxor Temple at night.

• Onboard: Dinner and evening folkloric shows.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank & Sail

• Morning: Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (Deir el-Bahari), and the Colossi of Memnon.

• Afternoon: Return to the cruise for lunch and sail southward, passing through the Esna Lock.

• Onboard: Dinner and overnight sailing towards Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo

• Morning: Take a horse-drawn carriage to visit the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu.

• Afternoon: Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the unique, symmetrical Temple of Kom Ombo (dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus).

• Onboard: Dinner and evening Galabya party while sailing to Aswan.

Day 4: Aswan Sightseeing

• Morning: Tour the massive Aswan High Dam, the ancient Unfinished Obelisk, and the majestic Philae Temple on Agilkia Island.

• Afternoon: Enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck and free time to explore Aswan.

• Onboard: Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Day 5: Disembarkation

• Morning: Breakfast and check-out.

• Option: Disembarkation, with optional early morning excursions available to the breathtaking Abu Simbel Temples

The pricing structure, standard tour inclusions, exclusions, and family policies for booking a Jaz Elite Senator cruise package outline what is covered during the journey:

🛳️ Cruise Inclusions

Standard premium packages booked through operators like Egypt Tours Portal generally include:

• Accommodation: Full-board lodging (breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet style) in outside-facing luxury suites.

• Guided Sightseeing: Entrance fees to all historical sights listed in the 5-day itinerary.

• Expert Guides: Services of a licensed, English-speaking Egyptologist guide.

• Ground Transfers: Meet-and-assist services at arrival/departure points alongside air-conditioned vehicle transfers.

• Suite Amenities: In-suite coffee/tea tray, fresh fruit basket, and daily replenished minibar snacks.

• Taxes: All local service charges and applicable port taxes.

❌ Cruise Exclusions

You will need to pay separately for:

• Optional Excursions: The early morning overland trip to the Abu Simbel Temples or Hot Air Balloon rides in Luxor.
• Premium Beverages: Any hard or soft drinks, specialty coffees, or alcoholic beverages outside regular buffet hours (unless an all-inclusive beverage package is purchased).
• Personal Expenses: Wi-Fi access fees, laundry service, and spa treatments.
• Tipping: Customary tips (gratuities) for the ship crew and tour guides.

👶 Children Policy

While the ship primarily maintains a quiet, upscale atmosphere tailored for couples and small groups, it features childproof safety designs. Official Jaz Cruises Family Rules restrict cabin capacity to a maximum of 2 children under the age of 12 per room.

Standard tier pricing discounts for children sharing a suite with two adults apply as follows:

• Ages 0 – 5.99: Free of charge.

• Ages 6 – 11.99: 50% discount off the standard adult tour price.

• Ages 12 and older: Classified as adults and pay the full adult rate.