Day 01: Flight from Cairo to Aswan – The Gateway to the Nile Your adventure begins with a convenient pick-up from your Cairo location for a domestic flight to Aswan. Upon arrival, your expert guide will meet you to begin your exploration of the High Dam and the romantic Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Check into your luxury Nile cruise before lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy free time or join an optional visit to a traditional Nubian Village to experience local culture. Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
Day 02: Ancient Temples of Kom Ombo & Edfu Early birds can opt for an excursion to the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples. Otherwise, enjoy a relaxing morning sailing the Nile. After lunch, we dock at Kom Ombo to visit the unique double temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing toward Edfu while enjoying afternoon tea on the sundeck. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 03: The Temple of Horus and Luxor’s Vibrant Nights Step ashore in Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus, the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt. Return to the ship to cross the Esna Lock and sail toward the "World’s Greatest Open-Air Museum"—Luxor. Tonight, celebrate with a lively Galabya Party on board as you dock in this historic city. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 04: Luxor West Bank Wonders – Flight back to Cairo After breakfast, disembark to explore the legendary West Bank. Discover the Valley of the Kings, the mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the East Bank to marvel at the massive Karnak Temple complex and the elegant Luxor Temple. Finally, transfer to Luxor Airport for your flight back to Cairo. Meals: Breakfast.