Awaken to a sunrise painted in gold hues aboard the cruise and journey to Luxor's West Bank, where history slumbers amidst ancient valleys:

• Valley of the Kings: For ages, the Valley of the Kings has acted as a royal passage to realms beyond, where pharaohs were placed in adorned tombs from the 18th to the 20th dynasty during the new kingdom (1570 - 1050 BC). Sixty-three secret chambers reveal tales of greatness belonging to Ramses the Great, Hatshepsut, Seti I, Tutankhamun, and others, along with important facts conveying deep historical meaning.

• Hatshepsut Temple: Hatshepsut Temple is a beautiful tribute etched upon Deir El Bahari hills, showcasing the glorious heritage of Queen Hatshepsut (1507-1458 BC). This temple was constructed in 1479 BC under the vision of her vizier and Overseer of Works, Senenmut. She was the main priestess wife of Amun. The temple's beauty, culture, faith, and history have echoed the triumphs of one of Egypt's most illustrious pharaohs.

• Colossi of Memnon: The Colossi of Memnon of Pharaoh Amenhotep III (1386 - 1349 BC) are colossal towering guardians completed in 1350 BC. They were renovated many times across history, especially in the Greco-Roman period. These statues acted as silent sentinels witnessing epochs that safeguarded the treasures of ancient Egypt for ages.

As the sun sets, you will return to your cruise to have lunch and dinner, where the cruise sails towards Edfu while spending the overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

You will have your breakfast onboard the Nile cruise, and then you will head with your tour guide to:

• Edfu Temple: Edfu Temple is a blessed and captivating marvel that has stood as a testament to Horus, the sky falcon god. This temple's grandeur and preservation echo tales of victory and divine power since its creation between 237 BC and 57 BC. It was made on the ground where Horus defeated his evil uncle, and his story of vengeance was immortalized for ages.

• Kom Ombo Temple: Kom Ombo Temple is a golden marvel found upon the riverbank that stands as a worship center for Haroeris and Sobek. The Double Temple is found directly on the river bank, which has the power to provide an epic glimpse of the skill and creativity of the ancient Egyptian builders. Across the temples are many decorations that shed light on the medical practices and astronomical knowledge of the ancient Egyptians.

You will return to your Nile Cruise to have your lunch and dinner, then journey through the night where the Nile’s gentle embrace guides you toward Aswan’s radiant heart.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

In the early morning, you will have your breakfast and then continue your Christmas adventure that brings a symphony of sights and wonders as Aswan unveils its treasures:

• Aswan High Dam: Aswan High Dam is a modern marvel that was created between the '60s and '70s for the purpose of entering the industrial age. This majestic dam intertwines culture and prosperity, harnessing the Nile's power to nourish the land.

• The Unfinished Obelisk: The Unfinished Obelisk of Queen Hatshepsut (1508-1458 BC) is a true masterpiece that was a testament to craftsmanship, which was never completed due to powers beyond control. This unfinished masterpiece reveals the finesse of ancient artisans and the techniques used by the builders in handling this type of stone.

• Philae Temple: Philae Temple is an epic sanctuary to Isis, the mother goddess, which was created in 280 BC by King Ptolemy II to keep her legend and sacrifice alive. Each stone tells a tale of myth and devotion, preserving the legacy of Osiris through intricate carvings.

As the sun sets on this Christmas voyage, you will return to your cruise to enjoy your lunch and dinner, then spend the night onboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Onboard the Cruise

In the early morning, you will have your breakfast and then check out your Nile Cruise in Aswan, thus ending your marvelous Christmas Nile cruise adventure.

Meals: Breakfast