Farida Nile Cruise

Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails northward along the Nile. Disembark at Kom Ombo to explore the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, god of the sky. After your visit, return to the ship for lunch while sailing toward Edfu.

In the afternoon, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, known for its towering pylons and intricate carvings. Return to the cruise for dinner and enjoy an evening of traditional Egyptian entertainment on board.

After breakfast, cross to Luxor’s West Bank, the ancient necropolis of Thebes. Begin your tour at the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs lie hidden, including that of Tutankhamun (optional entry).

Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a magnificent structure carved into the cliffs of Deir El Bahari. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of King Amenhotep III, before returning to the cruise for lunch. Spend the afternoon relaxing on board, followed by dinner and overnight in Luxor.

After breakfast, check out and begin your exploration of Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the grand Karnak Temple, one of the largest temple complexes in the world, and walk through its vast Hypostyle Hall with 134 towering columns. Continue to Luxor Temple, a masterpiece of ancient architecture dedicated to rejuvenation and divine kingship. After the tour, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport or railway station for your departure.

Begin your journey aboard the Farida Nile Cruise with a warm welcome in Luxor. A representative will escort you in a private air-conditioned vehicle to the cruise ship. After check-in and lunch, set out to explore Luxor’s East Bank.

Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built, dedicated to the god Amun. Walk along the Avenue of Sphinxes and admire the towering columns and sacred lake. Continue to Luxor Temple, beautifully aligned with Karnak and glowing in the afternoon light. Return to the ship for dinner and overnight in Luxor.

After breakfast, cross the Nile to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were buried in richly decorated tombs. Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning terraced monument built into the cliffs, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon for photos. Return to the cruise for lunch as the ship sails toward Edfu via the Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight on board.

Enjoy breakfast while sailing to Edfu. Take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, with impressive pylons and detailed reliefs. Return to the cruise for lunch as you sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, and see the mummified crocodiles displayed in the small museum. Continue sailing toward Aswan while admiring the serene Nile scenery. Dinner and overnight on board.

Wake up to the tranquil beauty of Aswan and enjoy breakfast. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the High Dam, a modern engineering marvel. Continue by motorboat to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and surrounded by the calm waters of Lake Nasser.

Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the granite quarries to learn about ancient stone-cutting techniques. Return to the cruise for lunch, then spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring Aswan at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

After breakfast, disembark from the Farida Nile Cruise. You will be transferred to Aswan Airport or railway station for your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories of your Nile adventure.