Day 1 – Saturday | Welcome to Luxor & Explore the East Bank

Your Nile adventure begins in the timeless city of Luxor, where you'll board Salacia Nile Cruise before lunch and be welcomed aboard with warm hospitality. After settling into your elegant suite and enjoying lunch, begin your journey through the wonders of ancient Egypt with a visit to Luxor's magnificent East Bank.

Explore the breathtaking Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex ever built in ancient Egypt. Walk along the impressive Avenue of Ram-Headed Sphinxes, admire towering obelisks, sacred lakes, and the world-famous Great Hypostyle Hall, where 134 colossal columns create one of Egypt's most spectacular architectural masterpieces.

Continue to the beautiful Luxor Temple, originally built by Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramesses II. Stroll among its majestic statues, impressive columns, and the historic Abu Haggag Mosque, built within the ancient temple walls centuries later.

Return to the cruise for afternoon tea on the sun deck before enjoying dinner as your unforgettable Nile voyage begins.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight aboard in Luxor

Day 2 – Sunday | Valley of the Kings & Sailing to Esna

After breakfast, cross to the legendary West Bank of Luxor, home to Egypt's most treasured royal monuments.

Step inside the remarkable Valley of the Kings, where generations of New Kingdom pharaohs were laid to rest in beautifully decorated tombs hidden beneath the Theban mountains. Your visit includes entry to three royal tombs, while optional visits to the famous Tutankhamun's Tomb or Seti I's Tomb are available for an additional charge.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, dramatically rising from the limestone cliffs of Deir El Bahari, before stopping at the iconic Colossi of Memnon, the massive statues of Amenhotep III that have watched over the Theban Necropolis for thousands of years.

Return to the cruise for lunch before sailing south toward Esna. Relax on the sun deck as the scenery changes from bustling towns to peaceful riverside villages, then experience the fascinating passage through the historic Esna Lock before continuing your journey toward Edfu.

Guests seeking an unforgettable experience may also join an optional Hot Air Balloon ride early this morning, offering breathtaking aerial views over the Valley of the Kings, ancient temples, and the lush Nile Valley at sunrise.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight aboard while sailing toward Edfu

Day 3 – Monday | Edfu & Kom Ombo Along the Nile

Wake up to another beautiful morning on the Nile before arriving in Edfu, where a traditional horse-drawn carriage takes you through the town to the magnificent Temple of Horus.

One of the finest preserved temples in Egypt, this remarkable sanctuary is dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god of protection and kingship. Admire its towering entrance pylon, spacious courtyards, beautifully carved walls, and sacred chambers that once hosted important religious ceremonies.

Return to the cruise for lunch while sailing toward Kom Ombo.

Later, visit the extraordinary Temple of Kom Ombo, one of Egypt's most unique temples, dedicated equally to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Discover fascinating carvings of ancient medical instruments, detailed calendars, and remarkable scenes reflecting the advanced knowledge of ancient Egyptian civilization. Your visit also includes the nearby Crocodile Mummification Museum, where preserved crocodile mummies reveal the importance of Sobek in ancient Egyptian religion.

Return to the cruise and continue sailing peacefully toward Aswan while dinner is served onboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight aboard while sailing to Aswan

Day 4 – Tuesday | Discover the Wonders of Aswan

Following breakfast, begin exploring the highlights of the beautiful city of Aswan.

Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam, one of modern Egypt's greatest engineering achievements, before continuing by boat to the enchanting Philae Temple, peacefully situated on Agilkia Island. Dedicated to Isis, the goddess of love and magic, this remarkable temple was carefully relocated during UNESCO's famous rescue project and remains one of Egypt's most captivating archaeological sites.

Complete your morning at the remarkable Unfinished Obelisk, where you'll gain fascinating insight into the techniques ancient Egyptian craftsmen used to carve massive granite monuments.

Return to the cruise for lunch before enjoying a leisurely afternoon onboard.

Guests may also choose to join an optional felucca sailing trip around Aswan's scenic islands or visit one of the colorful Nubian Villages, where brightly painted homes, welcoming locals, and centuries-old traditions offer an authentic glimpse into Nubian culture and daily life.

Dinner is served onboard as you spend your final evening sailing the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight aboard in Aswan

Day 5 – Wednesday | Farewell Aswan & Optional Abu Simbel

Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarking in Aswan, bringing your memorable Nile cruise to a close.

For those wishing to discover one of Egypt's greatest monuments, an optional excursion to Abu Simbel is available early this morning by road or domestic flight (additional cost).

Visit the breathtaking Temples of Abu Simbel, carved directly into the sandstone cliffs overlooking Lake Nasser by Ramesses II. Dedicated to both the great pharaoh and Queen Nefertari, these magnificent temples were relocated stone by stone during UNESCO's historic rescue project and remain among the world's greatest archaeological achievements.

Meals: Breakfast