Start your day with a hearty breakfast on board as your cruise begins sailing northward. Spend the morning enjoying the passing scenery of lush riverbanks and rural life along the Nile. Relax with tea and snacks as you approach the quaint riverside town of Kom Ombo.

After lunch on board, disembark to explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Haeroris (Horus the Elder), the falcon-headed protector. The temple’s symmetrical design and detailed carvings make it one of Egypt’s most fascinating archaeological sites. Don’t miss the adjacent Crocodile Museum for a look at mummified crocodiles and related artifacts.

Reboard your cruise and set sail for Edfu, another historic town along the Nile. As the ship glides through the twilight hours, enjoy a sumptuous dinner and an evening of relaxation.

Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Edfu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin your morning with an early visit to Horus Temple in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Accessible by horse-drawn carriage, this majestic sanctuary features colossal stone statues, towering pylons, and vivid inscriptions that transport you back to the Ptolemaic era.

Return to the ship for breakfast and continue sailing toward Luxor via Esna, passing through the Esna Lock. Relax onboard with lunch and afternoon tea as rural Egypt unfolds around you.

Upon arrival in Luxor, step off the ship to explore the East Bank of the Nile. First, visit the Karnak Temple Complex, a vast open-air museum of colossal statues, obelisks, and towering columns dedicated to the god Amun-Ra. Then, continue to the enchanting Luxor Temple, gracefully illuminated at night and steeped in millennia of ceremonial tradition.

After your East Bank exploration, return to the cruise for dinner and a restful night onboard.

Overnight aboard your Nile cruise in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy your final breakfast on board before checking out of your cabin. Your day begins with a visit to the West Bank, a land of tombs and temples nestled in the desert hills.

First, explore the Valley of the Kings, the burial ground of Egypt’s most powerful pharaohs, including the famed tomb of Tutankhamun (optional entry). Next, marvel at the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning terraced structure that reflects the grandeur of Egypt’s most successful female ruler. Conclude your West Bank tour with a photo stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the giant statues guarding the entrance of a vanished temple.

Following your tour, transfer to Luxor Airport or railway station, bringing your Nile cruise journey to a graceful close, full of stories, wonders, and unforgettable memories.

Meals: Breakfast