Nile Explorer: Luxor to Aswan

Embark the cruise before lunch and settle in for the voyage ahead. The afternoon begins with visits to two of Egypt’s most celebrated sites. The Temple of Karnak, with its vast halls and towering columns, reflects centuries of devotion to Amun, while the Temple of Luxor, once connected to Karnak by an avenue lined with sphinxes, captures the grandeur of ancient Thebes. 

Return to the cruise for afternoon tea as the sun casts golden light on the Nile’s banks. Dinner is served on board, followed by a graceful belly dance performance introducing the rhythm and spirit of Egypt.

Overnight onboard Nile Cruise.

Inclusions:

🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

Begin the day with a visit to the West Bank, where the desert hills hide the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, each adorned with intricate carvings and colourful scenes of the afterlife. Continue to the striking Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel honouring Egypt’s most famous queen. Exploration of the Valley of the Queens provides a look at the burial site of royal wives and children. Stop at the monumental Colossi of Memnon, standing watch over the ancient necropolis. 

Return to the cruise for lunch as it sails south towards Esna. Enjoy the relaxed pace of river life with afternoon tea on deck, followed by the Captain’s welcome cocktail and dinner in the evening.

Overnight onboard Nile Cruise.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

Sail to Edfu in the morning and step ashore to explore the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved sanctuaries in Egypt. Its towering pylons and detailed reliefs offer a vivid glimpse into the power of the falcon god and the splendour of the Ptolemaic era. 

Return to the cruise and continue to Kom Ombo, where the Temple of Kom Ombo stands dramatically on a bend of the Nile. Dedicated to both Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, this symmetrical temple is one of Egypt’s most distinctive. Back on board, unwind over afternoon tea before dinner and a lively Galabia Party, celebrating Egyptian tradition and hospitality.

Overnight onboard Nile Cruise.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

Arrive in Aswan, where the landscape shifts to palm-lined banks and golden sand dunes. Visit the impressive High Dam, a modern feat of engineering that tamed the Nile, then travel by motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple, devoted to the goddess Isis and beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island after the creation of the dam. 

In the afternoon, cruise to Kitchener’s Island, home to the peaceful Botanical Garden, filled with exotic plants from across the globe. Return to the ship for afternoon tea and dinner, followed by a Nubian show featuring music and dance from one of Egypt’s oldest cultures.

Overnight onboard Nile Cruise.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

Enjoy a final breakfast on board as the cruise comes to an end. Disembark in Aswan, carrying lasting memories of the Nile’s beauty and Egypt’s timeless treasures.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast