Upon arrival, a warm greeting by our English-speaking representative who will lead you to the cruise. Post check-in, savor lunch before embarking on your tour. First, visit the High Dam, an engineering marvel that controls the Nile's flooding. Then, a motorboat to Philae Temple awaits, where you'll admire the blend of Egyptian and Greco-Roman architecture dedicated to the goddess Isis. Conclude with the Unfinished Obelisk, offering insight into ancient stone-carving techniques. Evening leisure in Aswan. [L-D]

After breakfast, explore the dual-deity Temple of Kom Ombo, standing majestically on the riverbank and dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris. This temple's unique double design reflects the fusion of two temples in one. Following lunch, venture to Edfu for a visit to the Temple of Horus, the falcon-headed god, known as one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. Immerse in the detailed reliefs depicting Horus' mythological battles. The day concludes with dinner and a vibrant Egyptian Folkloric Show onboard. [B-L-D]

Post-breakfast, embark on a journey to the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place for kings and nobles, where you can enter some of the most renowned tombs. Next, visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El-Bahri, an architectural masterpiece nestled against the cliffs. The tour continues to the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, standing as silent guardians for millennia. Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy the afternoon at your leisure before another serene night onboard. [B-L-D]

Following breakfast and check-out, the exploration shifts to Luxor's East Bank. Visit the Karnak Temple Complex, a vast open-air museum of sanctuaries, pylons, and obelisks dedicated to the Theban gods and the greater glory of pharaohs. Continue to the Luxor Temple, an elegant monument to the rejuvenation of kingship, where ancient and medieval history intertwines. This day offers a perfect conclusion to your journey through ancient Egypt, followed by a transfer to your next Luxor destination. [B]

After breakfast, conclude your Nile journey with a transfer to the Aswan airport or station for your flight to Cairo, carrying with you memories of an unforgettable voyage through time. [B]

Optional Abu Simbel Tour: Enhance your journey with an optional tour to Abu Simbel, the awe-inspiring temple complex carved out of a mountainside by King Ramses II. Marvel at the colossal statues guarding the temple entrance and the intricate art within, celebrating Ramses' victory at the Battle of Kadesh. This site, relocated during the construction of the High Dam, remains a testament to ancient engineering and artistry.

Embark on the MS Princess Sarah II Nile Cruise for an immersive experience into the grandeur and mystery of ancient Egypt, where every destination tells a story of civilization's dawn.