Sanctuary Sun Boat III Cruise

Welcome to Aswan! Upon arrival, enjoy a private transfer directly to the luxury Sanctuary Sun Boat III Cruise. Check into your period-inspired cabin or suite and enjoy a fresh lunch onboard. In the afternoon, your tour guide will take you to visit the famous Aswan High Dam, a modern engineering monument. Next, take a scenic motorboat ride to explore the beautiful island Temple of Philae, which is dedicated to the goddess Isis. Return to the yacht for dinner and spend the night docked in Aswan.

The river yacht sets sail northwards early in the morning. Enjoy breakfast onboard while watching the beautiful Nile views. First, visit the unique riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, which is shared by the two gods Sobek and Horus, and see the nearby Crocodile Museum. Return to the ship for lunch while sailing toward Edfu. Upon arrival, take a traditional horse carriage ride to explore the amazing Temple of Edfu, the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt. Enjoy dinner onboard while crossing the Esna Lock.

After breakfast, start your historical tour by exploring the famous West Bank of Luxor. Visit the spectacular royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Next, explore the terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and stop to take photos at the giant Colossi of Memnon statues. In the afternoon, tour the East Bank to see the massive columns of the Karnak Temple Complex and the beautifully lit Luxor Temple at sunset. Enjoy a relaxing evening onboard with a fine dinner.

Savor your final breakfast onboard while enjoying the beautiful views of the Nile River from the restaurant. At 08:00 AM, smoothly check out and disembark from the Sanctuary river yacht. Our private vehicle will provide a comfortable, complimentary transfer directly to the Luxor airport or train station for your onward travel connections.

Welcome to historic Luxor! Your luxury holiday begins with a private arrival transfer to the all-suite Sanctuary Sun Boat III. Settle into your cabin and enjoy a fresh lunch on the water. In the afternoon, head out to explore the ancient treasures of the East Bank. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and see its giant forest of columns. As evening approaches, visit the elegant Luxor Temple, beautifully lit under the stars. Return onboard for dinner and spend the night docked in Luxor.

Start your day with a delicious breakfast before crossing the Nile to explore the famous West Bank. Your tour guide will lead you into the ancient royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings to see the stunning hieroglyphs. Next, visit the spectacular terraced Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and pause to take photos at the giant twin Colossi of Memnon statues. In the afternoon, return to the ship and relax on the sundeck as we sail through the Esna Lock toward Edfu.

This morning, take a traditional horse carriage ride through Edfu to visit the towering Temple of Horus, Egypt’s most complete intact cult temple. Return to the ship for lunch while cruising along the river bends toward Kom Ombo. By late afternoon, step ashore to examine the double reliefs at Kom Ombo Temple, discovering the unique stories of Sobek and Horus. End the night with a thrilling Egyptian theme party and a fine dinner as we sail to Aswan.

Wake up to the beautiful scenery of Aswan. After a hearty breakfast, explore the monumental Aswan High Dam, a true achievement of modern engineering. Next, board a local boat to Agilkia Island to explore the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis. In the afternoon, enjoy complete peace on a traditional wooden Felucca sailboat, catching the soft winds around Elephantine Island before your final grand farewell dinner onboard.

Enjoy your final breakfast looking out over the timeless Nile landscapes through the ship’s windows. Reflect on five days of premium hospitality and great historical discovery. At 08:00 AM, check out and disembark from the Sanctuary river yacht. Our team will handle your bags and provide a private complimentary transfer directly to Aswan’s airport or train station for your journey home.