After a sunrise breakfast, cross the Nile to the legendary West Bank. Enter the pale limestone hills of the Valley of the Kings, where elaborately painted royal tombs preserve the rich mythology of death and resurrection in vivid detail.

Continue to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a sweeping terraced masterpiece carved seamlessly into the dramatic cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Before returning to the ship, make a stop at the towering Colossi of Memnon for a humbling encounter with the monumentality of antiquity. Spend your afternoon relaxing on the sun deck as the ship turns southward, watching the timeless Egyptian countryside drift quietly by.

Meals: Full Board            Overnight: On board in Edfu

Morning brings the riverbanks of Edfu into view. Step into a traditional horse-drawn carriage to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus. This Ptolemaic masterpiece stands in an extraordinary state of completeness, its towering pylons and richly carved halls preserving the full majesty of ancient religious ceremonies.

Return to the ship for a leisurely lunch as you cruise southward to Kom Ombo. This unique twin-colonnaded temple sits dramatically on a bend in the river and is dedicated equally to Sobek, the Crocodile God, and Horus the Elder. Explore the ancient Nilometer, marvel at the medical instrument carvings, and visit the fascinating on-site mummified crocodile museum.

Meals: Full Board          Overnight:On board in Kom Ombo

As you glide into Aswan, the landscape transforms dramatically. Dark granite boulders rise from the blue water, golden desert dunes frame the riverbanks, and traditional feluccas drift gracefully between rocky islands.

Your day's excursions showcase Aswan's engineering marvels, both ancient and modern. Visit the engineering feat of the Aswan High Dam, view the Unfinished Obelisk lying silent in its ancient granite quarry, and take a scenic water taxi to the breathtaking Philae Temple. Saved from the rising waters of Lake Nasser by an ambitious UNESCO rescue mission, this sanctuary of Isis was meticulously reassembled stone-by-stone on Agilkia Island. Tonight, celebrate your journey with an elegant farewell gala dinner on board.

Meals: Full board          Overnight: On board in Aswan

Your final morning offers an authentic encounter with the living soul of southern Egypt. Enjoy an optional visit to a traditional Nubian village, introducing you to one of Africa's most ancient and enduring cultures. Its brightly painted houses, genuine hospitality, and vibrant handmade crafts provide a beautifully human conclusion to your voyage.

Following breakfast and disembarkation, a private transfer will escort you to Aswan Airport or the railway station for your onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast