Royal La Terrasse Nile Cruise

Upon your arrival in Luxor, you will be transferred to the M/S Royal La Terrasse Nile Cruise ship, your luxurious home for the next few nights. After settling into your elegant cabin, you'll have some time to explore the ship's amenities, including its tastefully decorated public spaces and the spacious sundeck, perfect for enjoying the stunning Nile views. In the afternoon, your guided exploration of Luxor begins with a visit to the Karnak Temple, the largest ancient religious site in the world. This sprawling complex is a testament to centuries of construction by various pharaohs. You'll walk through the Avenue of Sphinxes, leading to the massive Hypostyle Hall, a forest of colossal columns adorned with intricate carvings and hieroglyphs. Your guide will explain the significance of the different sections, including the sacred lake and the obelisks, each telling stories of Egypt's glorious past. Imagine the grand processions that once took place here, connecting Karnak with the nearby Luxor Temple. Later in the afternoon, you will visit the magnificent Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the modern city. Unlike Karnak, which was dedicated primarily to the worship of the Theban Triad (Amun, Mut, and Khonsu), Luxor Temple had a different purpose. It was mainly used for royal and religious festivals. One of its most striking features is the impressive colonnade of Amenhotep III, with its towering columns and well-preserved reliefs. You'll also see the Abu el-Haggag Mosque, which was built within the temple walls centuries later, showcasing the layered history of this site. As the sun begins to set, the temple is beautifully illuminated, offering a magical atmosphere as you wander through its ancient courts and chambers. In the evening, you'll return to the M/S Royal La Terrasse Nile Cruise for a delicious dinner onboard. You might also enjoy some of the ship's evening entertainment, which could include a traditional Egyptian music and dance performance.

• overnight Luxor 
• Meals Lunch - Dinner 

Today is dedicated to exploring the fascinating West Bank of Luxor, the necropolis of the ancient pharaohs. After breakfast onboard, you'll cross the Nile to the West Bank and begin your journey at the Valley of the Kings. This hidden valley, nestled amongst the Theban Hills, was the final resting place for numerous New Kingdom pharaohs, including the famous Tutankhamun. You will have the opportunity to visit several royal tombs, each uniquely decorated with vibrant murals depicting scenes from Egyptian mythology and the afterlife. The sheer artistry and preservation of these ancient paintings are truly awe-inspiring. Your guide will provide insights into the beliefs and rituals surrounding death and the journey to the netherworld. Please note that photography is usually restricted inside the tombs to protect the delicate artwork. Next, you'll visit the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt's most remarkable female pharaohs. This mortuary temple, dedicated to the sun god Amun, is architecturally stunning, rising in a series of terraces from the desert floor and blending harmoniously with the surrounding cliffs. You'll learn about Hatshepsut's extraordinary reign and the significant role she played in Egypt's history. The temple's reliefs depict scenes from her trade expeditions and divine birth, offering a fascinating glimpse into her accomplishments. On your way back to the river, you will stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that once stood guard at the entrance to his mortuary temple. Though the temple itself is largely gone, these imposing statues remain, weathered by time and the elements, but still captivating in their grandeur. You'll return to the M/S Royal La Terrasse  for lunch and enjoy the afternoon sailing south along the Nile towards Edfu. Take this opportunity to relax on the sundeck, soak up the Egyptian sunshine, and admire the picturesque landscapes along the riverbanks, dotted with fertile fields and traditional villages. Afternoon tea will likely be served on the sundeck as you cruise.

• Optional Hot Air Balloons
• Overnight Edfu
• Meals Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner 

After breakfast, you'll arrive in Edfu and take a short horse-drawn carriage ride to the magnificent Temple of Horus. This exceptionally well-preserved Ptolemaic temple is dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus and is considered one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples in existence. Its impressive entrance pylons are adorned with towering images of Horus battling his mythical enemy Seth. Inside, you'll explore the various halls, chambers, and sanctuaries, adorned with intricate carvings and statues that tell the story of the ancient Egyptian myths and rituals associated with Horus. The temple provides a fantastic insight into the religious beliefs and architectural prowess of the Ptolemaic period. After your visit to Edfu Temple, you'll return to the M/S Royal La Terrasse , which will continue its sail south towards Kom Ombo. Enjoy lunch onboard and the leisurely pace of the cruise. In the afternoon, you'll arrive at Kom Ombo, where you'll visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo. This unusual temple is dedicated to two deities: the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris (a form of Horus). This duality is reflected in the temple's layout, with two identical entrances, two parallel sanctuaries, and two sets of altars. You'll see fascinating carvings depicting surgical instruments, offering insights into ancient Egyptian medical practices. The temple also houses a small museum displaying mummified crocodiles, further highlighting the reverence for Sobek in this region. In the evening, you'll return to the M/S Royal La Terrasse , which will set sail towards Aswan. Dinner will be served onboard, and you might have the opportunity to enjoy more evening entertainment.

• Overnight Aswan
• Meals Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner 

Very early in the morning around 4:30 am, our driver will pick you up with a group of people to start your visit to the marvelous Abu Simple temple. and kindly ask the receptionist to prepare you a breakfast box. The visit to Abu simple will take about 3 hours to arrive there, The twin temples were built to serve as a lasting monument to the king and his queen Nefertari, and commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. The second largest temple in Egypt. and lastly you’ll be back on the ship to enjoy lunch and relax for the rest of the day

After Breakfast Please check out and leave your luggage in the reception, Then start your journy, our guide will pick you up from the reception to start the day informative adventure with the visit to the high dam, The great High Dam helped in the reclamation of the desert that helped a lot in the development of the agricultural process. then the visit to the unfinished obelisk, The large unfinished obelisk in the Northern Quarries has provided valuable insight into how these monuments were created, although the full construction process is still not entirely clear, Three sides of the shaft, nearly 42m long, were completed except for the inscriptions. ending the day visits with the one and only, Philae temple, the Temple of Philae is located in a beautiful setting, landscaped and filled with many interesting stories and facts about the life style of the ancient Egyptian, learn more about it with your professional Egyptologist.