Arrival In Aswan

Upon your arrival at Aswan International Airport (ASW) Aswan Train Station, or your hotel in the city, our Step To Egypt representative will assist you with passport control formalities, luggage identification, and collection as part of your Egypt Tours experience.

Transfer To Your Cruise

You will be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle from the airport or train station to your 5★ Nile Cruise. The driver and our representative will assist during the transfer, and upon arrival at the port, the cruise bell staff will collect your luggage directly from the vehicle and deliver it to the reception for check-in.

Check-In

Upon boarding your 5★Nile Cruise, complete the check-in formalities at reception. The crew will be on hand to assist and ensure a comfortable start to your cruise tour. Afterwards, proceed to your cabin and store your luggage.

Lunch Onboard

Lunch is prepared with Egyptian and international cuisines, before the sightseeing tour starts.

Aswan High Dam

The High Dam of Aswan was constructed between 1960 and 1970 to control the Nile’s annual floods, provide irrigation, and generate electricity. It is one of Egypt’s most significant modern engineering projects and created Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest artificial lakes.

The Unfinished Obelisk

The Unfinished Obelisk, commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC), is the largest known ancient obelisk ever attempted. It measures about 42 meters in length and was intended for Karnak Temple but cracked during carving and was left in place. It provides valuable insight into ancient Egyptian stone-working techniques.

Philae Temple

Temple of Philae was built between 380–362 BC during the Ptolemaic period and is dedicated to the goddess Isis. It contains reliefs depicting the myth of Osiris and was one of the last temples built in ancient Egypt. The temple was relocated to Agilkia Island in the 1960s as part of UNESCO’s Nubia Campaign to protect it from flooding after the construction of the Aswan High Dam. A must-see during your Aswan Day Tours & Excursions.

Dinner Onboard

Dinner at the main restaurant featured a range of Egyptian and international cuisines.

Overnight In Aswan

Spend the night aboard your 5★ Nile Cruise, docked in Aswan.

Breakfast Onboard

Start your morning with a freshly prepared breakfast served onboard your 5★ Lake Nasser Cruise. 

Transfer by Motorboat

A motorboat will be waiting you for a short sail across Lake Nasser to the Kalabsha Temples complex. 

Kalabsha Temple

The Temple of Kalabsha, dating back to around 30 BC during the reign of the Roman Emperor Augustus, is dedicated to Mandulis, the Nubian sun god. Built on the foundations of an earlier sanctuary, the temple combines Egyptian and Roman influences in its reliefs and inscriptions. In the 1960s, it was relocated stone by stone to its current site to protect it from the waters of Lake Nasser, making it one of the great Nubian monuments preserved by UNESCO. 

Beit El Wali Temple

The Temple of Beit El Wali, constructed during the reign of Ramses II in the 13th century BC, is a rock-cut sanctuary dedicated to Amun, Anukis, and Khnum. It features vivid reliefs depicting Ramses II’s military victories, as well as scenes of daily life and offerings to the gods. Like many Nubian temples, it was relocated in the 1960s as part of the UNESCO rescue project. 

Kiosk of Qertassi

The Kiosk of Qertassi, dating to the 1st century BC, is a small but elegant structure with two Hathor-headed columns and four plain columns. Believed to have served as a tribute station or small chapel, it reflects the artistic grace of late Ptolemaic and Roman architecture. Though modest in size, it is considered one of the most charming monuments saved from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. 

Sailing Towards Wadi El Seboua

After your visit, the cruise sails south towards Wadi El Seboua. You may spend time on the sundeck or in the lounge, observing the desert landscape and lake views as the cruise continues. 

Lunch Onboard

The main restaurant provides lunch with a range of Egyptian and international dishes to choose from.

Tea Time

In the afternoon, tea and light snacks are served as you enjoy the calm atmosphere on board with views of the lake. 

Cocktail Party

Join the crew and fellow guests for a lively cocktail party onboard before dinner. 

Dinner Onboard

The dinner menu includes both classic Egyptian dishes and international cuisines.

Overnight in Wadi El Seboua

Spend the night aboard your 5★ Lake Nasser Cruise, docked at Wadi El Seboua. 

Breakfast Onboard

Begin the day with a freshly prepared breakfast on your 5★ Lake Nasser Cruise.

Wadi El Seboua Temple

The Temple of Wadi El Seboua, built by Ramses II during the 19th Dynasty (13th century BC), is dedicated to Amun Ra and Ra Horakhty. Known as the “Valley of the Lions” because of its sphinx-lined avenue leading to the entrance, the temple features colossal statues of Ramses II and reliefs glorifying his reign in Nubia.

Maharraqa Temple

The Temple of Maharraqa, dating to the 1st–2nd century AD (Roman period), is a small Roman-period structure dedicated to Serapis and Isis. It is notable for its unusual spiral staircase, a rare architectural feature in Egyptian temples. Though never fully completed, the temple stands as an example of the blending of Egyptian and Greco-Roman traditions in Nubia.

Dakka Temple

The Temple of Dakka, dedicated to Thoth, the god of wisdom, was originally constructed in the 3rd century BC by a Meroitic king and later expanded by Ptolemaic and Roman rulers. Its pylon, courtyard, and sanctuary reflect multiple layers of history, showcasing Nubian, Egyptian, and Greco-Roman influence in its reliefs and architecture.

Sailing Towards Amada

After your visit, rejoin the cruise as it sails south towards Amada, one of the most remarkable temple sites on Lake Nasser.

Lunch Onboard

Enjoy lunch served in the main restaurant with a selection of Egyptian and international dishes.

Tea Time

In the afternoon, enjoy tea and light snacks as the cruise continues across Lake Nasser.

Amada Temple

The Temple of Amada, originally built during the 18th Dynasty by Thutmose III and Amenhotep II, was later completed by Thutmose IV. Dedicated to Amun Ra and Ra Horakhty, it is the oldest temple in Nubia and is famous for its brightly preserved wall paintings and inscriptions describing military campaigns in Syria and Libya.

Derr Temple

The Temple of Derr, built by Ramses II and dedicated to Ra Horakhty, was originally cut into the rock near the Nile but was later relocated to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. It is notable for its hypostyle hall, decorated with vibrant reliefs of the pharaoh making offerings to the gods.

Tomb of Pennut

The Tomb of Pennut, belonging to the Viceroy of Nubia during the reign of Ramses VI, is carved into the rock near Amada. Its reliefs and inscriptions depict Pennut’s role as a provincial governor, showcasing scenes of daily life, offerings, and administrative duties in Nubia.

Dinner Onboard

Have dinner onboard, prepared with a variety of freshly made options.

Galabeya Party

In the evening, enjoy a traditional Galabeya Party onboard, a lively cultural celebration with music and dancing.

Overnight In Amada

Spend the night aboard your 5★ Lake Nasser Cruise, docked near Amada.

Early Sail to Kasr Ibrim

Begin the day with an early sailing towards Kasr Ibrim, the only Nubian monument left in its original location after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Breakfast Onboard

Have your breakfast while the cruise is sailing across Lake Nasser.

View Kasr Ibrim From The Sundeck

From the sundeck, enjoy panoramic views of Kasr Ibrim, once a fortress, religious, and administrative center of Nubia. The site is not accessible to visitors, but its remains can be admired from the cruise as you pass by.

Sailing Towards Abu Simbel

After Kasr Ibrim, the cruise sails south across Lake Nasser towards Abu Simbel, one of Egypt’s most iconic archaeological sites. The complex is renowned for its two massive rock-cut temples built by Ramses II and dedicated to the gods as well as his queen, Nefertari.

Abu Simbel Temples

The Temples of Abu Simbel, built by Ramses II in the 13th century BC during the 19th Dynasty, are among the most remarkable monuments of ancient Egypt. The Great Temple is dedicated to Amun Ra, Ra Horakhty, and Ptah, as well as Ramses II himself, with colossal statues of the pharaoh seated at its entrance. The Small Temple is dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari, Ramses’ beloved wife. Both temples were relocated by UNESCO in the 1960s to protect them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser and are masterpieces of ancient Egyptian architecture and art, making them a highlight of our Egypt Day Tours & Excursions.

Lunch Onboard

A freshly cooked lunch that includes a range of traditional and international dishes.

Tea Time

In the afternoon, have tea and light snacks while viewing the surroundings of Abu Simbel.

Dinner Onboard

A dinner featuring a selection of freshly prepared dishes.

Overnight In Abu Simbel

Spend the night aboard your 5★ Lake Nasser Cruise, docked at Abu Simbel.

Abu Simbel Sound & Light Show 

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Breakfast Onboard

Lovely last breakfast onboard the 5★ Lake Nasser Cruise.

Check-out

Prepare your luggage and ensure you have collected all personal belongings from your cabin and the cruise’s common areas. Hand over your cabin key at reception and complete the check-out formalities. The cruise bell staff will assist with moving your luggage to the vehicle for your onward transfer.

Transfer to Abu Simbel Airport (ABS)

You will be transferred by private air-conditioned vehicle directly to Abu Simbel Airport (ABS) for your onward flight.