Amazing 5-Days Steigenberger Omar el Khayam Nile Cruise

Enjoy your tasty breakfast onboard; this will refresh your body in preparation for an adventurous day of sightseeing tours in Aswan. Your guide will meet you right after your delicious breakfast as he initiates you on a fascinating journey through ancient times.

First, you will be transported to the Kalabsha Temple, which is uniquely standing from the 18th Dynasty and is devoted to the gods Amun-Re and Khnum. You will hear your guide telling fascinating stories about the rich history of the temple and the workmanship involved in the construction.

The next activity will be a visit to the historic site that is the epitome of architectural excellence of the era, known as Beit El Wali. Enter it and make your way further inside with its elaborately carved details to find interesting stories associated with its construction. You will also go for lunch at one of the local restaurants, where you can have Egyptian food to taste in order to know the real taste of the area.

This afternoon, you will be taken to see the most breathtaking Temple of Abu Simbel and a testament to the memory of Ramses II. You are going to be amazed with huge statues guarding the entrance, and you'll learn about the history which makes this place a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Complete your day with a visit to Wadi El Sebou, full of breathtaking views and history. Later, head back to your hotel where a great dinner will be waiting for you to share all the overwhelming experiences and moments with you during your Aswan tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a healthy breakfast on board your cruise to get ready for yet another event-filled day from Egypt Day Tours. After that, begin the day with your professional guide to discover the incredible sights of Nubia.

First, we will head to Wadi El Sebou boasts several rock engravings, along with truly spectacular ruins. Join an in-depth guided tour through this archaeological wonder to hear all about the rich history draped over the area, along with its association with Ramses II and other historic leaders.

Then we will head to the Amada Temple, which was dedicated to the great god Amon Ra and which Thutmose III had founded. The temple contains telling hieroglyphics and colorful artwork that explains a great deal about the religious expressions of ancient Egyptians. Here, your guide will give you a thorough explanation about the importance of this temple and what is narrated on its walls. Have a great lunch at a local restaurant tasting these traditional flavors, that making Egyptian food so famous.

In the Afternoon, The views of Lake Nasser are breathtaking, while continuing the visits of this marvelous area. Find ruins left behind by a civilization and further appreciate the richness of Nubia culture.

Return to the cruiser for a delicious dinner; take some time off for your relaxation, thinking about all the great moments experienced within your day. The amount of time used to explore Egypt's treasures will surely be very memorable.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You will have a tasty breakfast on board while sailing to Qasr Ibrim, famous for its impressive monuments that reflect various ages of Egyptian history. Among them, you will find the tombs of Nubian kings dating from the era of Pharaoh Thutmosis III. You will be able to watch this place and its historical significance from the outside. The continuation of your trip will be a sail to Abu Simbel.

Abu Simbel boasts one of the great temple complexes in the world, the Temples of Abu Simbel. Hewn out from the mountain face during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II, this site is graced with two beautiful temples dedicated to Ramses II and his queen, Nefertari, commemorating her victory at the Battle of Kadesh through their iconic rock reliefs.

You will get back to the ship after visiting everything, where a great lunch will be served and you will have enough time to relax and reflect on the great day's view. Later that night, you will be treated to a sumptuous dinner onboard while the tranquil beauty of the Nile River unfolds before your eyes on a continuing magical Egyptian journey.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On the last day in Egypt, have a tasty breakfast and take one last glance over the shores. Later on, the check-out time shall be at hand for your departure.

Depending on flight schedules, an excursion will be done to visit the local markets at Aswan for some souvenir shopping or buying genuine handicrafts that remind one of this journey. It would be quite a great, vibrant atmosphere-one gets to absorb all the culture and charm of the region for one last time.

Later, our team will help you with the transfer to the airport for your flight. As you depart, reflect on great moments created within your tour-from visiting the ancient temples down to sailing in the majestic Nile. While this could mark the end of your Egyptian adventure, the experiences and stories will be with you long after you arrive home. Safe journeys!

Meals: Breakfast