11 days/ 10 nights

Here is the ultimate Egypt tour for people who love to cruise. From sunrise at the temples of Abu Simbel to sunset over the Nile in front of the Necropolis of Thebes you will never find a more enjoyable experience.

Thursday: Arrive Cairo, be met by our staff who will assist with clearing immigration and customs and transfer to a fine hotel.

Friday: Our staff will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Abu Simbel. Arrival in Abu Simbel to board your cruiser. Lunch on board. Visit the Abu Simbel temples, symbol of the international campaign for the salvage of the Nubian monuments, the temples of Ramses II and his beloved wife Nefertari. A welcome cocktail will be served in front of the two temples, followed by a candlelight dinner on board overlooking the temples. (B in Cairo, L,D on board)

Saturday: For those who would like to watch the spectacular sunrise at Abu Simbel, please enjoy an early morning visit to the temples. Breakfast is served while sailing to Kasr Ibrim (about a 3.5 hour navigation). Arriving to Kasr Ibrim, sole vestige of the distant past of Nubia found in its original location. During the Pharaonic period, this hill was dominated by a citadel and throughout the Medieval era, the summit of the hill was dominated by a cathedral of which we can still admire some Roman arches. Lunch will be served while sailing to Amada (about a 2.5 hour navigation) 

Visit the temple of Amada of the XVIIIth dynasty, built during the reign of Thotmosis III, Amenophis III and Thotmosis IV. The hemi-speos of Derr dedicated by Ramses II to the rising sun and the tomb of Penout, viceroy of Nubia. A relaxing afternoon sail to Wadi El Seboua. This is about a 2 hour navigation. (B,L,D)

Sunday: Morning visit to Wadi El Seboua. The temple of Wadi El Seboua dedicated by Ramses II to the two Gods Amon Ra and Ra Harmakis. The temple of Dakka, dedicated to the God Thot of Divine wisdom, lord of time and science, master of literature. Visit the Greco-roman temple of Meharakka. Sail to Aswan while dining and overnight on board. This is about a 9 hour navigation. (B,L,D)

Monday: Disembarkation after breakfast. Visit the Kalabsha temple with its Pharaonic aspect, remodeled into the Greco-Roman style and dedicated to the God Mandoulis. Also visiting the hemi-speos of Beit El Wali, erected by Ramses II in the beginning of his reign and the Kiosk of Kertassi, erected to honor the Goddess Isis. Transfer to the Basma Hotel in Aswan. Located on the highest point in the area it offers commanding views of the Nile, the city of Aswan and the desert. Visit the Nubian museum, right across the street from the hotel. This is a first class presentation of the Nubian culture and history. (B)

Tuesday: Board ship in morning, enjoy lunch, depart by native sailboat (Felucca) for Elephantine Island and to see the Agha Khan Mausoleum. Dinner on board. (B at the hotel, L,D on board) NOTE: While coffee/tea are available with meals at no extra charge all other beverages are ala-carte.

Wednesday: Visit the high dam, the old dam, the Temple of Philae. Sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the Temple shared by the two Gods, Sobek and Haroeris. Sail on to Edfu. (B,L,D)

Thursday: Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Sail to Esna, cross the river locks and sail on to Luxor. (B,L,D)

Friday: Cross to the West bank, visit the Necropolis of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Also on the East bank visit the Temple of Karnak and Luxor. (B,L,D)

Saturday: Disembarkation after breakfast. Our staff will transfer you to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Arriving Cairo our staff will transfer you to a fine hotel for the evening.

Sunday: Our staff will transfer you to the airport, assist with departure formalities and checking in for your international departure.

Tour includes: Transfers pertaining to the tour, hotels (based on double occupancy), cruises with Nile view, individually controlled air-conditioned cabins and private baths, meals as indicated by B: breakfast, L: lunch, D: dinner, all land tours of antiquity sites mentioned including entry fees, service charges and taxes. Travel insurance for those departing from the USA or Canada.

NOT included: Any airfare, domestic or international, items of a personal nature such as tips, telephone, laundry, bar bills, anything not specifically mentioned as included.

Tour operates year round with weekly departures. As there are seasonal price differences contact us for accurate pricing for your planned dates.

NOTE: These itineraries are samples and the actual itinerary is subject to change due to river conditions or other considerations.

Tour cost: Tour cost: Email us or call 1 (877) 778-3497 for current pricing.