Acamar Nile Cruise

After breakfast, sail to Kom Ombo to visit its unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Explore the temple’s symmetrical design and the nearby Crocodile Museum. Continue sailing to Edfu while enjoying lunch on board.

Upon arrival, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, adorned with impressive reliefs and sanctuaries. Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment.

Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Luxor. Today’s excursion takes you to the West Bank, where you’ll explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs.

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a magnificent structure carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two towering statues of Amenhotep III. Return to the cruise for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing on deck or enjoying onboard amenities. Dinner will be served on board.

After breakfast and check-out, visit the East Bank of Luxor. Begin with the vast Karnak Temple Complex, dedicated to Amun-Ra, featuring colossal columns, sacred lakes, and monumental obelisks. Continue to Luxor Temple, a graceful structure built by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II. After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel, airport, or railway station in Luxor, marking the end of your cruise.

Begin your journey in Luxor with a warm welcome and check-in before lunch. After a freshly prepared meal, set out to explore the grand Karnak Temple Complex, walking through the Avenue of Sphinxes and admiring its towering columns and sanctuaries. Later, visit Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated by the afternoon light, showcasing layers of Pharaonic, Greco-Roman, and Islamic history. Return to the cruise for afternoon tea, dinner, and overnight stay.

After breakfast, visit the Valley of the Kings to explore three royal tombs decorated with vivid scenes of the afterlife. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the ship. Enjoy lunch as the cruise sails toward Esna, passing through the Esna Lock. Relax on deck and enjoy dinner while sailing to Edfu. Optional: Hot air balloon ride over Luxor at sunrise.

After breakfast, disembark in Edfu and take a carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s most complete temples. Explore its detailed reliefs and sacred chambers before returning to the cruise for lunch. Continue sailing to Kom Ombo to visit its twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, along with the Crocodile Museum. Dinner and overnight stay on board as you sail toward Aswan.

Start your day with a visit to the High Dam, a symbol of modern Egypt’s engineering achievements. Continue to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis and relocated by UNESCO to save it from flooding.

Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries to learn about ancient stone-cutting methods. Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy a leisurely afternoon or an optional felucca ride. Dinner and overnight in Aswan. Optional: Visit a Nubian village to experience local culture.

After breakfast, disembark from the Acamar Nile Cruise. You may choose an optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples, masterpieces carved into the mountainside by Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. These temples, rescued by UNESCO from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, stand as a testament to ancient Egyptian grandeur. Transfers are available by car or flight at an additional cost.