Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise

Upon arrival at your hotel in Abu Simbel or Abu Simbel Airport, our representative will greet you and transfer you to the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise for embarkation and check-in. Boarding begins at 1:00 PM, followed by a delicious lunch on board as you begin your unforgettable journey across Lake Nasser.

In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, one of Egypt's most iconic archaeological landmarks. Carved into the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II, these impressive rock-cut temples were originally built on the west bank of the Nile. During the construction of the Aswan High Dam in the 1960s, the temples were carefully dismantled and relocated to higher ground to preserve them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, making this one of the world's greatest archaeological rescue projects.

After your guided tour, return to the cruise and enjoy afternoon tea while relaxing on board. Spend the rest of the evening taking in the peaceful atmosphere before enjoying a delicious dinner and your first overnight stay aboard the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise.

Meals Included:

• Lunch
• Dinner

Optional Tour: Sound & Light Show at Abu Simbel

In the evening, you may choose to attend the spectacular Sound & Light Show at Abu Simbel. Through captivating storytelling, dramatic lighting, and beautiful music, the show brings the temples and the age of the pharaohs back to life. Available in multiple languages, this unforgettable experience is the perfect way to end your first day on Lake Nasser.

Enjoy breakfast on board as your Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise sails toward the historic Kasr Ibrim, one of the most remarkable archaeological sites along Lake Nasser. Admire this ancient citadel from the sundeck, as it is the only Nubian monument that remains in its original location. Once a thriving city overlooking the Nile, Kasr Ibrim now appears as an island following the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Continue your cruise while enjoying lunch on board before joining your Egyptologist guide to explore the impressive Amada Temple, the oldest surviving temple in Nubia. Built by Pharaoh Thutmose III and later expanded by Amenhotep II and Thutmose IV, the temple is renowned for its beautifully preserved reliefs and New Kingdom architecture.

Next, visit the remarkable Temple of Derr, a rock-cut temple commissioned by Pharaoh Ramesses II. Originally carved into the eastern bank of the Nile, the temple was carefully relocated during the UNESCO rescue campaign following the construction of the Aswan High Dam, preserving one of Nubia's finest monuments.

Your final stop is the fascinating Tomb of Pennut, the rock-cut tomb of the Viceroy of Kush. Like the nearby temples, it was relocated to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser, allowing visitors to admire its unique history and beautifully preserved inscriptions.

After your sightseeing, return to the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise to relax before enjoying a welcome cocktail party followed by an entertaining Nubian folkloric show on board. End the day with dinner and another peaceful overnight stay on the cruise.

Meals Included

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Enjoy breakfast on board your Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise before setting out for an early visit to Wadi El Seboua, one of the most impressive archaeological sites along Lake Nasser. This remarkable complex is home to several relocated Nubian monuments, including the Temple of Wadi El Seboua, Temple of Dakka, and Temple of Maharraqa, all carefully preserved during the UNESCO rescue campaign following the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

Begin your tour at the famous Valley of the Lions, a magnificent avenue lined with sphinxes leading to the rock-cut Temple of Wadi El Seboua. Originally built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramesses II, the temple was dedicated to a Nubian form of the god Horus. Admire its impressive brick pylon, ancient courtyard, beautifully preserved halls, and remarkable reliefs that showcase the grandeur of the New Kingdom.

After your guided excursion, return to the cruise and enjoy lunch on board as you sail toward Aswan. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the sundeck while taking in the tranquil scenery of Lake Nasser before enjoying dinner and another comfortable overnight stay aboard the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise.

Meals Included

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Enjoy your final breakfast on board the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise before checking out and beginning your last guided excursion.

Accompanied by your expert Egyptologist, visit the magnificent Kalabsha Temple, one of the largest and best-preserved temples in Nubia. Located near the Aswan High Dam, Kalabsha Temple is one of the highlights of any Lake Nasser Cruise. Originally built around 30 miles south of its current location, the temple was carefully relocated during the UNESCO rescue campaign to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.

Construction of Kalabsha Temple began during the late Ptolemaic Period and was completed under the Roman Emperor Augustus. Dedicated to the Nubian god Mandulis, the temple features an impressive blend of ancient Egyptian and Roman architectural styles, with beautifully preserved reliefs depicting Roman emperors and Egyptian pharaohs making offerings to the gods.

After your visit, disembark from the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise, where our representative will transfer you comfortably to your hotel in Aswan, marking the end of your unforgettable 4-Day Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise.

Meals Included

Breakfast