4 Nights / 5 Days Farida Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan

The largest religious site of the ancient world, spanning a vast area. Its Great Hypostyle Hall features a forest of towering pillars, all richly adorned with hieroglyphic carvings.

Bathed in golden afternoon light, this temple served as a centre of divine renewal. Admire the colossal statues of Ramses II and the remains of the Abu Haggag Mosque built into the ancient fabric.

Evening
Return to the ship for tea and relaxation on the sun deck. The vessel remains moored overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Enter the hidden realm of the Pharaohs with visits to a selection of royal tombs, each carved into the Theban cliffs and decorated with vivid scenes of the afterlife. Optional entry to Tutankhamun's tomb is available at extra cost.

An architectural masterpiece set against the limestone cliffs at Deir el‑Bahari. Its multiple terraces, elegant porticoes, and panoramic views over the Theban necropolis are simply breathtaking.

Two massive statues of Amenhotep III, once guardians of a vast temple now lost to time. Local legend still speaks of the "singing statues" that greeted the dawn.

Evening
Set sail southward toward Esna, passing green riverbanks and picturesque villages. Experience the passage through the Esna Lock before dinner and overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Reached by horse‑drawn carriage, this is the most completely preserved temple in Egypt. Built during the Ptolemaic period, it honours Horus with intricate reliefs depicting his legendary battle against Seth.

A rare double sanctuary, perfectly symmetrical and mirrored. One half is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god; the other to Horus the Elder. Marvel at the ancient surgical instruments carved into the walls and visit the Crocodile Mummification Museum alongside.

Evening
Dinner and overnight on board as the ship continues its southward journey toward Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A modern engineering marvel that has tamed the Nile's ancient flood, supplying electricity and irrigation to the nation. From its top, enjoy sweeping vistas across Lake Nasser.

Located on Agilkia Island and accessible only by boat, this enchanting complex is dedicated to Isis, goddess of love and magic. Carefully relocated stone by stone during the UNESCO rescue project, its elegant columns and waterfront setting make it a true jewel of the Nile.

Explore the ancient granite quarries and see the largest obelisk ever attempted, still resting in its original bed. This open‑air site offers a rare insight into the stone‑working techniques of the pharaohs.

Evening
Afternoon at leisure, with an optional felucca sail. Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Discover the vibrant culture of the Nubian people with a visit to a traditional village near Aswan. Reachable by boat, you'll explore colourful mud‑brick homes, meet local families, and learn about Nubian music and customs.

An early‑morning excursion to one of Egypt's most awe‑inspiring sites. The monumental temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, carved directly into the sandstone cliff and facing the rising sun, stand as an eternal testament to ancient ambition and skill.

Evening
Breakfast on board, followed by disembarkation in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast