We hope you enjoy your time aboard our liveaboard, taking in breathtaking views and unforgettable
diving experiences. But why not make the most of your time in Egypt?
Before embarking on your liveaboard adventure, extend your vacation for another week and explore the
incredible ancient wonders of Luxor and Aswan.
Discover the majestic temples and tombs along the Nile with a luxurious Nile cruise, where history,
culture, and natural beauty come together in an unforgettable journey.
This 8-day itinerary offers a perfect blend of adventure, history, and relaxation, covering Egypt’s most
iconic ancient sites along the Nile River. From exploring Luxor’s grand temples to the serenity of a Nile
cruise and the magnificence of Abu Simbel, this journey promises a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
🌟 Luxor Highlights
Luxor, often called “The World’s Largest Open-Air Museum,” was once the great capital of Egypt’s New
Kingdom. It is home to some of the most famous temples and tombs in ancient Egyptian history.
🕌 Karnack Temple Complex
The largest religious site ever built, spanning over 2 square kilometers.
Features the Great Hypostyle Hall with 134 massive columns, some towering 23 meters high.
Houses sacred lakes, obelisks, statues, and inscriptions of pharaohs like Ramses II and Hatshepsut.
Did You Know? The Avenue of Sphinxes (3 km long) once connected Karnak to Luxor Temple.
🏛️ Luxor Temple
A masterpiece of ancient Egyptian architecture, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II.
Notably aligned with the Winter Solstice, where the sun rises precisely between its pillars.
Home to colossal statues of Ramses II and an ancient chapel built by Alexander the Great
⛰️ Valley of the Kings
The final resting place of 60+ Pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
Tombs are carved into the rock, covered in intricate hieroglyphics depicting the journey to the afterlife.
Notable Tombs to Visit:
Tutankhamun’s Tomb (with his original mummy inside).
Seti I’s Tomb (most elaborately decorated).
Ramses VI’s Tomb (ceiling displays a stunning astronomical map).
⛰️ Valley of the Kings
The final resting place of 60+ Pharaohs, including King Tutankhamun and Ramses II.
Tombs are carved into the rock, covered in intricate hieroglyphics depicting the journey to the afterlife.
Notable Tombs to Visit:
Tutankhamun’s Tomb (with his original mummy inside).
Seti I’s Tomb (most elaborately decorated).
Ramses VI’s Tomb (ceiling displays a stunning astronomical map).
👑 Temple of Hatshepsut
A unique three-tiered mortuary temple dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh, Hatshepsut.
Features scenes from her famous expedition to Punt (modern-day Somalia), showcasing trade goods like
gold, incense, and exotic animals.
Set against dramatic limestone cliffs, making it one of Egypt’s most photogenic temples.
🗿 Colossi of Memnon
Two 18-meter-high stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, guarding his lost mortuary temple.
Known for the “singing statues” phenomenon, where the stones were said to “sing” at dawn due to
temperature changes.
🎈 Hot Air Balloon Ride Over Luxor
See Luxor’s temples and the Valley of the Kings from the sky at sunrise.
A once-in-a-lifetime experience offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Nile Valley.
A unique three-tiered mortuary temple dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh, Hatshepsut.
Features scenes from her famous expedition to Punt (modern-day Somalia), showcasing trade goods like
gold, incense, and exotic animals.
Set against dramatic limestone cliffs, making it one of Egypt’s most photogenic temples.
🌊 Nile Cruise Highlights (Luxor to Aswan)
A relaxing way to experience Egypt’s wonders while cruising the Nile.
Comfortable luxury cabins, delicious meals, and entertainment onboard.
Stops at key sites like Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples.
Cross the Esna Locks, an engineering feat allowing boats to navigate different Nile levels.
🏛️ Edfu & Kom Ombo Highlights
Temple of Horus (Edfu)
One of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god.
Features massive pylons covered in battle scenes of Horus defeating Seth.
Accessed by a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride through the town of Edfu.
🐊 Temple of Kom Ombo
A unique double temple dedicated to two gods:
Sobek (the crocodile god) – symbolizing strength and fertility.
Horus the Elder (the falcon god) – representing protection.
Houses a mummified crocodile museum with over 300 preserved crocodiles from ancient times.
🌴 Aswan Highlights
Aswan is known for its relaxed ambiance, stunning Nile scenery, and Nubian culture.
🌊 Aswan High Dam
Built in the 1960s to control Nile flooding, provide irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power.
Fun Fact: The creation of the dam led to the relocation of many ancient temples, including Abu Simbel
and Philae Temple.
🕌 Philae Temple (Temple of Isis)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, moved to Agilkia Island after the Aswan High Dam threatened its original
location.
Dedicated to Isis, the goddess of magic and motherhood.
Famous for its beautiful hieroglyphs, pylons, and tranquil setting on the Nile.
Unfinished Obelisk
The largest obelisk ever attempted was left incomplete due to cracks.
Shows how ancient Egyptians carved obelisks from solid granite.
Built in the 1960s to control Nile flooding, provide irrigation, and generate hydroelectric power.
Fun Fact: The creation of the dam led to the relocation of many ancient temples, including Abu Simbel
and Philae Temple.
🏡 Nubian Village Experience (Aswan)
A must-visit cultural experience offering a glimpse into Nubian traditions.
Houses painted in bright colors, decorated with drawings of camels, boats, and palms.
Nubians speak their own ancient language, not taught to outsiders.
Visit a home with a caged pet crocodile – a tradition for protection against the evil eye.
Try authentic Nubian food, shop for handmade crafts, and learn about their history and music.
🏺 Abu Simbel Highlights
One of Egypt’s most spectacular archaeological sites, originally carved into a mountainside by Ramses II.
Relocated in the 1960s to avoid submersion due to the Aswan High Dam.
⛩️ Great Temple of Ramses II
Features four colossal statues of Ramses II (each 20 meters high) at its entrance.
The temple is astronomically aligned, meaning the sun shines directly onto the inner sanctuary on
February 22 and October 22 (Ramses II’s birthday & coronation).
The walls depict Ramses II’s military victories, including the Battle of Kadesh.
💃 Temple of Queen Nefertiti
Dedicated to Nefertiti, Ramses II’s beloved wife, and the goddess Hathor.
The first temple in Egypt built for a queen.
