Egypt Nile River Cruise & Lake Nasser Cruise

Continue your 11 Day Lake Nasser Nile Cruise with a full day exploring Cairo’s most iconic landmarks and the fascinating layers of ancient Egyptian history.

Following breakfast, your Egyptologist will escort you to the Giza Pyramids; here history springs like an apparition from the sands of Egypt. The most impressive monument of the entire area is the pyramid of Cheops, the only remaining wonder of the ancient world, flanked by those of Chephren and Mykerinus.

A stone throw away you’ll find the Great Sphinx emerging from the sands, an eternal sentinel of over 4,000 years - imposing, silent, enigmatic. Here, at the Valley Temple, you have a true insight into the ancient funerary rituals and beliefs.

You then jump centuries forward in time to Saqqara, the beginning of Egypt’s story in architecture. It’s here that you find the Step Pyramid of Djoser; a groundbreaking piece of architecture that revolutionised building. Walking through the surrounding desert necropolis presents an unpretentious, real experience of life, building and death in early Egypt.

The day continues from the ancient and the hushed, to the vibrant and alive, at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Royal mummies and treasures from Tutankhamun's tomb to endless artifacts all bring millennia of Egyptian history into a modern context that is utterly awe inspiring.

End your day in Khan El-Khalili Bazaar, where Cairo shifts into color, sound, and movement. Narrow alleys filled with lanterns, spices, and handcrafted goods offer a completely different face of Egypt—alive, energetic and unforgettable.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor; marking the next stage of your 11 Day Lake Nasser Nile Cruise. Upon arrival, travel to Luxor, the ancient capital of Thebes where the landscape and atmosphere reflect thousands of years of Egyptian history.

Board your luxury Nile cruise and settle into your cabin before beginning your exploration of Luxor.

In the afternoon, go see the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of ancient Egypt greatest religious centers. Wander through its monumental columns and, take a moment to admire the hieroglyphic inscriptions and the sacred spaces, and also those impressive architectural details made by generations of pharaohs. It’s kind of a place where everything feels detailed, even when you slow down a little.

Continue along the historic Avenue of Sphinxes to Luxor Temple. Explore its towering statues, obelisks and grand courtyards while enjoying the beautiful atmosphere as the sun begins to set.

Return to your cruise in the evening and relax as the Nile scenery passes peacefully by; marking the beginning of your journey through Upper Egypt.

Accommodation: 4 Nights aboard Movenpick MS Royal Lotus Nile Cruise / M/S Nile Premium Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today your Lake Nasser cruises a deeper turn into ancient Egypt’s most sacred landscapes as part of your immersive Egypt Nile Cruise Tour experience.

After breakfast, cross to the West Bank and visit the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal necropolis carved into the desert mountains. Explore some of its beautifully decorated tombs, including those associated with Tutankhamun and Ramesses VI, and discover the beliefs and rituals surrounding the ancient Egyptian afterlife.

Continue to the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Built into the surrounding cliffs, its distinctive terraces and monumental design reflect the achievements of one of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable rulers.

Your final stop on the West Bank is the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues that have stood near Luxor for thousands of years.

Return to your cruise for lunch and begin sailing toward Edfu. Pass through the Esna Lock and enjoy views of green fields, palm trees, villages, and everyday life along the Nile as your Egypt Nile Cruise Tour continues south.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your Luxury Lake Nasser cruise continues along the timeless Nile, unfolding another chapter of your immersive Nile River Cruise experience.

This morning arrive at Edfu and step into one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt the Temple of Horus. As you walk through its massive pylons and enclosed courtyards the walls come alive with detailed reliefs that narrate ancient rituals, divine battles, and sacred ceremonies dedicated to Horus, the falcon god of protection and kingship.

You get back to your cruise ship and start gently drifting south. Watch as river life unspools before your eyes. See the incredibly fertile banks of the Nile, palms line the river and you drift past simple villages that capture the timeless link between Egypt and the Nile.

Visit Kom Ombo in the afternoon - a unique and intriguing double temple dedicated to both Horus the Elder and Sobek the crocodile god. This fascinating structure is symmetric and there is a museum attached where you will find mummified crocodiles proving the unusual customs of this fascinating area.

The day on the ship ends in traditional celebration with a Galabeya party - expect some raucous music and an Egyptian dance together with delicious food under the moonlit Egyptian sky.
Book your Lake Nasser vacation for an unforgettable journey through Egypt’s timeless wonders.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin your day at the impressive Aswan High Dam a modern engineering achievement that reshaped Egypt relationship with the Nile and led to the creation of Lake Nasser. Continue to the ancient granite quarries to witness the Unfinished Obelisk, offering a fascinating glimpse into the techniques used by ancient Egyptians to carve massive stone monuments.

You will then take a motorboat to the magical Temple of Philae (Isis), built on an island between palms trees and still water; this location is truly heavenly and makes Philae temple stand out as a high point during any 11 day Lake Nasser cruise.

During the afternoon, experience an exhilarating Felucca ride at sunset around Kitchener's island and Aga Khan Mausoleum; a haven of stunning gardens reflected with the golden hour onto the calm waters of the Nile. Continue to visit the Temple of Kalabsha, dedicated to Mandulis the Nubian sun god, demonstrating Nubia's vast cultural past.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your Luxury Lake Nasser cruise 11 Day reaches one of its most spectacular highlights as you leave the Nile behind and enter the vast beauty of Lake Nasser.

In the early morning, transfer by road to Abu Simbel, one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the world. Wonder at the great rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari with their immense statues standing in the desert and detailed, carved reliefs honoring royal power, piety and divine heritage.

That evening, witness the amazing Sound & Light show. Watch history come alive as stories are narrated along with music and dazzling lights reflecting against the imposing temples of Abu Simbel.

This afternoon board your Lake Nasser cruise, and set sail across one of the world's largest man-made lakes. With stunning views of desert bluffs and azure blue waters, the undisturbed scenery here paints a picture of a remote and ethereal world in southern Egypt.

This marks a new and unforgettable chapter of your Luxury Lake Nasser cruise now expanding into the hidden treasures of Nubia.

Accommodation: 3 Nights aboard Movenpick MS Prince Abbas Lake Nasser Cruise
Note: Sightseeing on Lake Nasser cruise on a shared basis
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Sail peacefully across Lake Nasser as part of your Nile and Lake Nasser Cruise, enjoying panoramic views of vast desert horizons and calm blue waters. From the sun deck, admire the distant silhouette of Kasr Ibrim, the ancient fortress that remains one of the most intriguing archaeological sites along the lake.

Keep going with your Lake Nasser cruise toward Amada Temple, and yeah it is one of the oldest temples in Nubia, even though it got moved, it still keeps its character. It was relocated to protect it from the increasing water levels of Lake Nasser, yet the temple still shows really fine carved reliefs and clear inscriptions, you can sense the artistic and religious traditions of the New Kingdom in them.

Return to your cruise and spend a relaxing afternoon on deck while the peaceful landscape of Lake Nasser Egypt surrounds you. In the evening, enjoy onboard entertainment and a cocktail reception as the sun sets over the lake, creating a memorable atmosphere during your Egypt Nile Cruise Tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your Luxury Lake Nasser cruise continues through the remote wonders of Nubia.

This morning will begin with a guided tour of the stunning Wadi El Seboua temple, dedicated to the god Amun. This site features grand pylons a colonnaded court and elaborate carvings reminiscent of New Kingdom architecture; a truly magnificent structure standing proud amidst the vastness of the desert landscape.

Having explored the site we return to the cruise where we will sail onward toward Aswan. Enjoy the incredible scenery that surrounds you; rugged desert cliffs overlooking the serene waters of the immense Lake Nasser-a desolate landscape that seems to stretch into infinity.

Spend the remainder of your day relaxing at your leisure aboard the boat, reflecting upon the history you have witnessed thus far in the silence of your Lake Nasser holidays.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Your 11 Day Lake Nasser Nile Cruise now transitions from the peaceful waters of Lake Nasser back to the vibrant energy of Cairo

After your cruise you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Cairo, upon arrival you will be met assisted and transferred to your hotel for check-in and relax after your travels through upper Egypt and Nubia.

The rest of the day is free; you canrelax in the hotel, enjoy some time at a cafe or wander along the Nile Corniche as Cairo's lights glint on the water. Time to relax after an exhilarating Lake Nasser cruises where you visited temples, tombs, the desert and the lakes.

Accommodation: 1 Night at Intercontinental Cairo City Stars / Concorde El Salam Hotel
Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast enjoy a private transfer to Cairo International Airport for your onward flight home, marking the conclusion of your unforgettable 11 Day Lake Nasser Nile cruise and your complete Egypt Tour Package experience.

Upon your departure from Egypt, you'll leave with unforgettable recollections of the eternal sites of Egypt from Giza Pyramids to the temples of Luxor and Aswan as well as Abu Simbel and Lake Nasser's marvelous sites. Your Lake Nasser tour will provide an experience full of history, culture and stunning scenery all along the Nile river and far beyond.

Meals: Breakfast