Amazing Steigenberger Omar el Khayam Nile Cruise

After a delicious breakfast onboard, Enjoy this great tour back into ancient history in Aswan. First, one is taken to Kalabsha Temple, built during the 18th Dynasty and dedicated to the gods Amun-Re and Khnum. It has been relocated from its earlier site since the 1960s to save it from submerging into water as a result of the construction of the Aswan High Dam. 

He shares intriguing stories about the rich history and artistry used in constructing it. The next stop will be the Beit El Wali, an outstanding example of the architectural genius of that era. The temple is a tribute to Ramses II's victories and to the gods he so loved. 

Lunch is provided at a local restaurant to sample the fare of the region. The Temple of Abu Simbel is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the most magnificent of all tributes to Ramses II. Beautiful landscapes and historical importance are combined in the Wadi El Sebou, an area that concludes the tour. The dinner in the onboard is a scrumptious ending to this tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin your day with a delicious breakfast on board to start another fantastic day with Egypt Day Tours. After that, an exciting adventure will lie ahead with your professional guide, discovering the magnificent attractions of Nubia. From here, transfer to Wadi El Sebou: a real oasis, famous for its rock engravings and ruins. You'll be going on a fascinating guided tour of this archaeological treasure and learn about the great history of this area linked to Ramses II and other well-known historical figures.

After that, the tour will be taken to the Amada Temple, home of the great god Amon Ra and built by Thutmose III. The hieroglyphics are well done and brightly colored, telling quite a deal about the religious activities of the Egyptians. Your guide will explain what the temple is and what stories are on its walls. Finally, you'll have a scrumptious lunch in one of the local restaurants, enjoining flavors typical of cuisine that has made Egypt so well-renowned. Continue your tour across this fantastic region in the afternoon, gazing over lake views to Lake Nasser. Explore the remains of old civilizations and learn more about Nubian culture.

Return on board the cruiser for dinner, which is sure to be magnificent, taking some time maybe to rest up and reflect upon some of the many experiences you have enjoyed today. Clearly, the memories of investigating Egypt's treasures will be lifelong.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Firstly, have Breakfast on board while en route to Qasr Ibrim, famous for its breathtaking monuments with representations of the various ages of Egyptian history. The tombs of the Nubian kings of the time of Pharaoh Thutmosis III, seen from the outside, are conspicuous by their historical importance.

Your next stop is Abu Simbel by boat. It brags one of the most panoramic temple complexes in the world: the Temples of Abu Simbel. Hewn into the side of a mountain during the rule of Pharaoh Ramses II, it contains two temples with breathtaking carvings cut directly into the rock walls. These are to observe Ramses II and his queen, Nefertari, for her victory at the Battle of Kadesh.

After visiting these magnificent sites, you will be taken back to the ship for a delightful lunch, where you will have all the time for relaxation and recollection of the happenings of the day. Later, you will set off for dinner on board, pressed by marvelous night views of the Nile River, continuing your magical tour in Egypt.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Our tour guide will serve your farewell breakfast aboard the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam before you depart for the final stop on your itinerary, the Abu Simbel Airport, where you will catch your last flight.

Meals: Breakfast