Lake Nasser Cruise Egypt

Overview

Experience Egypt’s ancient wonders on a Lake Nasser cruise, exploring Nubian temples from Aswan to Abu Simbel in comfort and guided style.

Description

Journey across the tranquil waters of Lake Nasser, where Egypt’s southern landscapes reveal a treasure trove of Nubian antiquities and hidden temples. This cruise offers an extraordinary route past the remote monuments of Amada, Wadi El Seboua, and the breathtaking temples of Abu Simbel, immersing you in a world of ancient stories and remarkable artistry. Travelers enjoy spacious accommodations, sweeping lake vistas, and immersive excursions led by expert guides. The adventure is designed for those seeking more than the typical Egypt Nile Cruises, as each destination along the way uncovers rare chapters of Egypt’s past. For those drawn to unique Egypt Tour Packages, this cruise brings history, comfort, and wonder together in an unforgettable experience.

What's Included

Meet and greet service on arrival and departure
Full board accommodation during your cruise
Professional tour guide available in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
All sightseeing tours conducted privately with a guide
Entrance tickets to all listed sites in the itinerary
Bottled water provided during excursions
All transfers in a private, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All applicable service charges and taxes

What's Excluded

Optional tours not included in the program
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Itinerary

Upon reaching Aswan, you will be welcomed and escorted to your cruise vessel. After settling in and enjoying lunch aboard, your exploration begins at the High Dam, a modern marvel that has shaped the region’s history. Continue to Agilkia Island to marvel at Philae Temple, a sanctuary dedicated to Isis, celebrated for its elegant columns and sacred ambiance. Your final stop is the Unfinished Obelisk, carved from Aswan’s granite quarries, which offers insight into ancient craftsmanship. Return to your cruise for a relaxing evening in Aswan.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Aswan

Your day begins with a guided visit to the impressive Kalabsha Temple, renowned for its blend of Roman and Egyptian symbolism. Next, discover Beit El Wali, a small yet beautifully decorated temple attributed to Ramses II, presenting vivid wall reliefs of ancient rituals. After the morning’s discoveries, return to the cruise and enjoy lunch as you journey past the Tropic of Cancer toward Wadi El Seboua. Spend the night on board as your ship continues south.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: onboard

After breakfast, step ashore at Wadi El Seboua, celebrated for its sphinx-lined avenue and temples dating to the New Kingdom. The exploration continues at the Temple of Dakka and the Temple of Maharraqa, both relocated to preserve them from rising waters and now standing as testaments to ancient devotion. Return to the ship for lunch, then cruise onward to Amada. Unwind on deck as you watch the ever-changing landscape glide by.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: onboard

Today’s journey reveals Amada Temple, the Temple of Derr, and the Tomb of Pennut, notable for their remarkably preserved hieroglyphics and intimate chambers. As you continue, you’ll pass Kasr Ibrim, viewing the ancient citadel’s ruins from the comfort of the sundeck. By afternoon, the cruise arrives at the iconic Abu Simbel. In the evening, there is an optional Sound and Light Show at Abu Simbel, where the temples are illuminated with dramatic storytelling and music.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast on board, set out to explore the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, masterpieces carved in honor of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. These colossal monuments are remarkable both for their artistic grandeur and the engineering feat of their relocation. Following your tour, you will be transferred to Abu Simbel Airport or your selected hotel, concluding your Lake Nasser adventure.

Meals: Breakfast