Itinerary
- Day 1
Boarding
You'll board your cruise ship and get settled into your cabin. Dinner happens at the restaurant, but if you're arriving late, there's the option to grab a light meal in your cabin instead. This gives you flexibility depending on when you show up.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at the restaurant or a light meal in your cabin)
- Day 2
Edfu
Start by checking out Karnak Temple Complex, which is one of the largest religious sites from ancient Egypt and took over 1,000 years to build. After lunch on board, the ship heads toward Edfu. You'll have dinner and spend the night on the ship.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Karnak Temple Complex
Landmarks/POIs Karnak Temple Complex - Day 3
Kom Ombo
Walk through the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt's best-kept ancient monuments from 237 to 57 BC. From there, the cruise moves toward Kom Ombo while passing Gebel el-Silsila, an ancient quarry site. Later there's a presentation about ancient Egypt, then you'll see the Temple of Kom Ombo with its interesting two-part design dedicated to two different gods. Dinner and overnight stays on the ship.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Egyptian-themed dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Temple of Horus
- Presentation on ancient Egypt
- Guided visit to Temple of Kom Ombo
Landmarks/POIs Temple of Horus Gebel el-Silsila Temple of Kom Ombo - Day 4
Aswan Dam - Nile Boat Tour
Visit the Philae Temple Complex, which was moved by UNESCO to protect it from the Aswan Dam flooding. There's a photo stop at the Aswan Dam itself, one of the world's largest dams. During the afternoon, you'll cruise the Nile in small local boats around granite islands and nature reserves near Elephantine Island. Meals and overnight stay happen on board.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Philae Temple Complex
- Photo opportunity at Aswan Dam
- Visit to Aswan Dam
- Boat tour on the Nile
Landmarks/POIs Philae Temple Complex Aswan Dam Elephantine Island - Day 5
Esna
This morning is free time to explore Aswan at your own pace. Check out the Nubian Museum, wander through the souk's narrow streets, or relax with views from the historic Old Cataract Hotel. An optional trip to Abu Simbel is available, which features impressive rock temples built by Ramesses II about 140 miles southwest. You'll return to the ship for lunch, then cruise toward Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Abu Simbel (approximately 3 hours driving time)
- Visit Nubian Museum
- Explore the souk
- Visit Old Cataract Hotel
Landmarks/POIs Nubian Museum Old Cataract Hotel Abu Simbel - Day 6
Valley of the Kings
The ship cruises to Luxor in the morning and there's a presentation about modern Egypt. From there, head to the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most striking monuments, and then Tomb KV11 where Pharaoh Rameses III is buried, known for its vibrant preserved colors and detailed scenes. Lunch happens on board with overnight stay.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board)
Included Activities
- Presentation on modern Egypt
- Guided tour of Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut
- Guided visit to Tomb KV11 in Valley of the Kings
Landmarks/POIs Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut Tomb KV11 (Rameses III) - Day 7
Luxor Temple
Spend the day exploring the Valley of the Kings with visits to four tombs, including the longest and deepest royal tomb built for Seti I and featuring finely preserved decorations and colorful paintings. Stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon. Then visit the Luxor Temple, an elegant monument located in the heart of the modern town. Lunch on board comes next, followed by dinner, overnight stay, and traditional Egyptian entertainment.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board), Dinner (Dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Valley of the Kings and four tombs
- Photo opportunity at Colossi of Memnon
- Guided tour of Luxor Temple
- Traditional Egyptian entertainment show
Landmarks/POIs Valley of the Kings Tomb of Seti I Colossi of Memnon Luxor Temple - Day 8
Disembarkation
After breakfast on board, you'll disembark. If you're leaving early in the morning, a takeaway bag is available for you to grab before heading out.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast on board or takeaway bag in case of early morning departure)
