Farah Nile Cruise

Your cruise experience begins with a warm welcome at Luxor Airport or train station, followed by transfer to the Farah Nile Cruise. After settling in and enjoying lunch onboard, venture to Karnak Temple, renowned for its grand halls and the Avenue of Ram-headed Sphinxes. Next, visit Luxor Temple, lit beautifully in the afternoon and rich with ancient lore. Return to the ship for afternoon tea on the sundeck, dinner, and your first night in Luxor.

After breakfast, trip across the river to the legendary West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of Egypt’s pharaohs, followed by a visit to the elegant Hatshepsut Temple. Pause by the towering Colossi of Memnon before returning to the ship for lunch. The cruise then sets sail for Esna, passing through the lock as you enjoy dinner and relaxation onboard.

Begin your day with a horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved monuments. Continue your trip with lunch on the cruise as you approach Kom Ombo. In the afternoon, explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to two gods, and discover mummified crocodiles at the adjacent museum. Dinner and overnight stay as the cruise heads for Aswan.

Start your day in Aswan with a visit to the monumental Aswan High Dam, then take a boat ride to the beautiful Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, devoted to the goddess Isis. The tour continues to the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk, where you’ll learn about ancient stonework methods. Return for lunch and a leisurely afternoon onboard, with optional felucca sailing available. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Optional: Trip to a Nubian Village by boat.

After a final breakfast on the Farah Nile Cruise, disembark in Aswan, concluding your trip filled with timeless monuments and attentive service. Optional: Choose a guided excursion to the remarkable Abu Simbel temples, a testament to Ramses II and Queen Nefertari, available by car.