Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise

Arrive in Aswan, where you will be greeted and transferred to the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam to begin your Lake Nasser voyage. After settling in and enjoying lunch on board, set out to discover Aswan’s highlights with your guide. Your afternoon includes a visit to the impressive Aswan High Dam, which tamed the Nile’s seasonal floods, then a boat ride to Agilika Island to explore the enchanting Philae Temple dedicated to Isis. The tour continues with the Unfinished Obelisk, revealing ancient stone-carving techniques. Return to your ship for dinner as you stay overnight in Aswan.

After breakfast, your day begins with a visit to Kalabsha Temple, a Roman-era structure honoring the Nubian god Mandulis, relocated to preserve it from Lake Nasser’s rising waters. Next, discover Beit El Wali, a rock-hewn sanctuary built by Ramesses II and also rescued from inundation. Return for lunch as your cruise sets out, passing the Tropic of Cancer on the way to Wadi El Seboua. Enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and ever-changing Nubian scenery as you glide south. Dinner and overnight on board as the ship continues its trip.

Start your day with breakfast and a visit to Wadi El Seboua, renowned for its avenue of sphinxes and temples commissioned by Ramesses II. Explore the Temple of Dakka, dedicated to Thoth, featuring unique architectural details. After touring these sites, return to the ship for lunch. The afternoon is spent cruising to Amada, with time to appreciate the peaceful desert vistas from the deck. The evening is yours to relax as you anticipate tomorrow’s discoveries.

In the morning, visit the Temple of Amada, the oldest monument on Lake Nasser dating to the 18th Dynasty, then see the Temple of Derr and the relocated Tomb of Pennut. After returning to the cruise for lunch, the ship sails onward for a sundeck view of Kasr Ibrim, an ancient fortress that remains in its original location above Lake Nasser’s waters. The afternoon brings you to Abu Simbel, where you can choose an evening Sound & Light Show (optional) to experience the temples’ dramatic history brought to life.

Enjoy breakfast before checking out from your cabin. This morning is devoted to a guided tour of the iconic Abu Simbel Temples, masterpieces of ancient Egypt carved into the cliffs by Ramesses II for himself and Queen Nefertari. After the tour, you will be transferred to Abu Simbel Airport or your onward destination.