• Early Morning Abu Simbel Excursion: Early morning optional excursion to Abu Simbel by road or flight (extra cost). Explore the grand temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, carved into a sandstone cliff. These twin temples are marvels of ancient engineering and were relocated to save them from flooding after the construction of the High Dam.

• Return to the boat around 01:30 PM and begin sailing north toward Kom Ombo.

• Afternoon Tour:

  • Kom Ombo Temple: Visit the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. The site includes fascinating medical reliefs and a small museum displaying mummified crocodiles.

• Dinner and overnight on board as you sail toward Edfu.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Temple of Horus (Edfu): Ride by horse carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of the most complete and best-preserved temples in Egypt. Discover the story of Horus and Seth through vividly carved walls and sacred chambers.

• Return to the boat and sail to Luxor with lunch on board.

• Afternoon/Evening Tour:

  • Karnak Temple Complex: The largest religious site in the ancient world, dedicated to Amun-Re. Explore colossal statues, the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 towering columns, and sacred lakes.

  • Luxor Temple: Located in the heart of the city, this temple glows in the golden hour. Walk among giant statues, obelisks, and the beautifully lit courtyard as evening falls.

• Dinner and overnight on board in Luxor.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Breakfast on board and check-out.

• Morning Tour:

  • Valley of the Kings: Explore the royal tombs of ancient pharaohs hidden in the desert hills. Three tombs are included, with optional entry to Tutankhamun's tomb (extra cost).

  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: A stunning structure built into limestone cliffs, honoring Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh.

  • Colossi of Memnon: Visit the Two majestic statues of Amenhotep III, once part of a massive mortuary temple.

• Then transfer to Luxor airport or Luxor Hotel.

• Meals Included: Breakfast

Our Representative will pick you up from Luxor airport upon arrival or Luxor Hotel then transfer you to your Nile Cruise. Embarkation on board before lunch. You'll be welcomed with traditional hospitality and have time to settle into your cabin.

• Afternoon Tour: Karnak & Luxor Temples

  • Karnak Temple Complex: Our Egyptologist Tour guide will pick you up from the Nile cruise and Visit Karnak temple A vast religious complex covering over 100 hectares. Walk along the grand Avenue of Ram-Headed Sphinxes leading to the imposing First Pylon, then explore the legendary Hypostyle Hall, home to 134 towering columns, each richly inscribed with hieroglyphs. Discover sacred lakes, obelisks, and the Precinct of Amun-Re, all revealing layers of history spanning over 1,500 years.

  • Luxor Temple: Gracefully lit by the afternoon sun, Luxor Temple was a center of divine rejuvenation. Admire colossal statues of Ramses II, the remnants of the Abu Haggag Mosque built into the structure, and the continuation of the Sphinx Avenue, which once connected it to Karnak.

• Return to the boat for tea time and relaxation on the sun deck. Dinner on board and overnight in Luxor.

• Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

• Morning Tour: The Legendary West Bank

  • Valley of the Kings: Enter the hidden world of the Pharaohs. You'll visit three royal tombs, each carved deep into the Theban cliffs and painted with vibrant scenes of the afterlife. Optional entrance to the tombs of Tutankhamun or Seti I (extra cost).

  • Temple of Queen Hatshepsut: An architectural wonder built into the limestone cliffs at Deir el-Bahari. This multi-terraced temple honors Egypt's first female pharaoh, featuring elegant colonnades, detailed reliefs, and panoramic views of the Theban necropolis.

  • Colossi of Memnon: Two imposing statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, once guarding a grand temple long lost to time. Hear the legends of the "singing statues" told by locals.

• Return to the cruise for lunch on board. Begin sailing south toward Esna, passing charming villages and green riverbanks. Experience passing through the Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight on board while sailing toward Edfu.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Morning Tour: Edfu Temple

  • Reach the site by horse-drawn carriage, giving you a feel of 19th-century travel. Temple of Horus at Edfu: The most completely preserved temple of the ancient world. Built during the Ptolemaic period, it celebrates Horus, the falcon-headed god of kingship and protection. Walk through its grand pylon, explore vast courtyards, intricate reliefs showing the battle between Horus and Seth, and step into the Holy of Holies where rituals were once performed.

• Return to the boat and enjoy lunch on board as you sail to Kom Ombo.

• Afternoon Tour: Kom Ombo Temple

  • Temple of Kom Ombo: A rare dual-deity temple, perfectly symmetrical and mirrored. One half honors Sobek, the crocodile god, protector of the Nile; the other is dedicated to Horus the Elder, god of kingship and the sky. Explore the detailed medical instruments carved in stone, the ancient calendar, and the remarkable stories of healing. Visit the Crocodile Mummification Museum.

• Return to the cruise. Dinner and overnight on board as you continue sailing to Aswan.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Morning Tour: High Dam, Philae Temple & Unfinished Obelisk

  • High Dam: A modern engineering masterpiece that tamed the mighty Nile, providing electricity and irrigation to millions. Enjoy panoramic views of Lake Nasser.

  • Temple of Philae: A magical complex located on Agilkia Island, accessible only by boat. Dedicated to Isis, goddess of love and magic, this temple was meticulously relocated stone by stone during the UNESCO rescue project. Its elegant columns, sacred sanctuaries, and lakeside setting make it a true gem of Aswan.

  • Unfinished Obelisk: Explore the ancient granite quarries and see the largest obelisk ever attempted, still lying in situ. This site offers a unique glimpse into ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques.

• Return to the cruise for lunch on board. Afternoon at leisure or optional felucca sailing or Nubian Village, Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.

• Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Breakfast on board and disembarkation in Aswan then Transfer to Aswan airport or Aswan Hotel.

• Optional Abu Simbel Temples (From Aswan): An early morning excursion to Abu Simbel takes you to one of Egypt's most awe-inspiring sites. These monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari are carved directly into the rock and face the rising sun. Relocated in a remarkable UNESCO effort, they stand as a timeless tribute to ancient engineering, devotion, and grandeur – truly must-see.

• Depart early morning by car or flight (at extra cost). Visit the awe-inspiring temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. Carved into a sandstone cliff overlooking Lake Nasser.

• Meals Included: Breakfast