Day 1: Welcome to Luxor – Discover the Great Temples of Ancient Thebes

Your unforgettable Nile adventure begins with embarkation before lunch aboard the Moon Dance Deluxe Nile Cruise. After settling into your comfortable cabin and enjoying your first meal onboard, you'll head out to explore Luxor's magnificent East Bank.

Your guided tour begins at the legendary Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt. Wander through its colossal halls, towering columns, sacred lake, and impressive obelisks while discovering the fascinating history of the Pharaohs.

Continue to the beautiful Luxor Temple, an elegant sanctuary that once played a central role in ancient Egyptian religious festivals. Admire its grand statues, massive entrance, and remarkable architecture before returning to the cruise.

Enjoy dinner onboard and spend your first peaceful night moored in Luxor.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Royal Tombs of Luxor & Sailing Through the Nile

After breakfast, cross to Luxor's famous West Bank, home to the ancient royal necropolis.

Explore the remarkable Valley of the Kings, where generations of Pharaohs were buried inside beautifully decorated rock-cut tombs. Visit three of these extraordinary tombs while learning about their fascinating history.

Continue to the spectacular Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built against the limestone cliffs of Deir El Bahari.

Before returning to the cruise, stop at the impressive Colossi of Memnon, the two giant statues that have guarded the Theban Necropolis for over three thousand years.

Enjoy lunch onboard as the cruise begins sailing south. Relax on the sun deck while watching traditional villages, palm groves, and the memorable crossing of the Esna Lock.

Guests may also choose an optional early morning Hot Air Balloon flight for breathtaking views over Luxor.

Dinner and overnight onboard while sailing.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo – Two Magnificent Temples Along the Nile

Following breakfast, travel by traditional horse-drawn carriage to the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu. Explore its towering gateways, impressive halls, and detailed reliefs dedicated to the falcon god Horus.

Return to the cruise and continue sailing toward Kom Ombo while enjoying lunch onboard.

Later, visit the fascinating Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to two ancient gods—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Discover its symmetrical design, ancient medical carvings, and nearby Crocodile Museum.

After your visit, continue sailing toward Aswan while enjoying dinner and another relaxing evening onboard.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Explore the Highlights of Aswan

Wake up in beautiful Aswan and enjoy breakfast before visiting the city's most famous attractions.

Begin with the impressive High Dam, one of Egypt's greatest modern engineering achievements, offering panoramic views over Lake Nasser.

Next, board a motorboat to reach the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island.

Complete your tour at the fascinating Unfinished Obelisk, where you'll discover how ancient Egyptians carved massive monuments directly from the granite bedrock.

Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon onboard or join the optional visit to a colorful Nubian Village for an authentic cultural experience.

Dinner and overnight onboard in Aswan.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Farewell Aswan

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarkation.

If you wish to extend your adventure, you may join the optional early morning excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt's greatest archaeological treasures, carved directly into the sandstone cliffs overlooking Lake Nasser.

Your unforgettable Moon Dance Nile Cruise comes to an end, leaving you with lasting memories of Egypt's timeless wonders.

Meals Included: Breakfast