Cruising between Luxor and Aswan is one of the world’s great journeys. Here is what you should pack:
1. **Light, Breathable Fabrics**: Pure linen and light cotton are essential under the Egyptian sun.
2. **Comfortable Walking Shoes**: Temple pathways are uneven sandstone and packed earth.
3. **Modest Temple Attire**: Shoulders and knees should be covered when entering local villages and certain sites.
4. **Sun Protection**: Wide-brimmed hat, polarized sunglasses, and SPF 50+ mineral sunscreen.
5. **Universal Travel Adapter**: Egyptian standard outlets use European two-round-pin plugs (Type C and F).
6. **Binoculars for Sundeck Wildlife**: The banks of the Nile are teeming with kingfishers, herons, and water buffaloes.
7. **Evening Resort Casual**: Dinners aboard 5-star ships are elegant yet relaxed.
8. **Cash for Gratuities**: Small Egyptian Pound notes are handy for tipping crew and carriage drivers.