5 Days Nile Cruise for Seniors Sailing through History

Enjoy your breakfast on the cruise, and then embark on the second day along the Nile River, where you will have the opportunity to explore the following:

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings is the place where you can witness the grandeur and magnificence of over 60 tombs of famous pharaohs such as Tutankhamun, Ramses II, Hatshepsut, and others. These tombs are adorned with intricate hieroglyphics and paintings that showcase the beliefs and traditions of the ancient Egyptians.

Queen Hatshepsut Temple

The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is a fascinating and unique destination to visit in Egypt. This temple was built by a female pharaoh, Queen Hatshepsut, who ruled Egypt for over 20 years during the 15th century BC. Seniors can explore the temple's three terraced levels, which are built against the cliffs of the Theban Hills. The temple's most impressive feature is the grand colonnaded terrace, which boasts 32 towering columns that stretch up to 60 feet high. From this vantage point, visitors can also take in breathtaking views of the surrounding valley and the Nile River.

Colossi of Memnon

The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. The Colossi of Memnon have a fascinating history, including being associated with the legend of the "singing" which attracted visitors from far and wide in ancient times.

Lunch Meal & Overnight

Then you will be transferred to your Nile Cruise to have a delicious lunch and sail to Edfu.

After enjoying a tasty breakfast on the cruise in the morning, head with your tour guide to visit:

Edfu Temple

The Temple of Edfu was built during the Ptolemaic era built between 237 BC and 57 BC during the Ptolemaic era and is dedicated to the falcon God Horus. The Temple’s well-preserved structure, towering columns, and detailed carvings offer travelers a unique glimpse into Ancient Egyptian religious practices and architecture.

Lunch Meal

Enjoy your lunch and enjoy sailing to:

Kom Ombo Temple

The Temple of Kom Ombo is a unique ancient Egyptian temple because it is dedicated to two Gods - Horus, the falcon-headed God, and Sobek, the crocodile-headed God. The temple was built during the Ptolemaic era ( 180 BC and 47 BC) and its architectural design is symmetrical with perfectly aligned columns, halls, and rooms dedicated to each one of the Gods.

Dinner Meal & Overnight

Then, head back to the cruise and enjoy your delicious lunch and dinner. Later in the evening, you will set sail to Aswan.

Enjoy your breakfast on board, then join your guide to visit some of the most important attractions in Aswan, such as:

Aswan High Dam

Constructed between 1960 and 1970, the Aswan High Dam took about ten years to complete to control the annual flooding of the Nile River and to provide hydroelectric power to the region. The Dam also created one of the largest man-made lakes in the world, Lake Nasser, which itself is a popular senior attraction.

Philae Temple

Seniors and people of all ages visit the Temple of Philae because it is an ancient Egyptian temple that was dedicated to the Goddess Isis, and it is considered to be one of the most important temples in Egypt. Many seniors visit the temple of Philae to learn more about Egyptian history and culture and to experience the beauty of the temple's architecture and artwork.

Meals & Overnight

Then we will transfer you to your Nile Cruise to enjoy lunch and dinner, and overnight on board.

After having breakfast in the morning and checking out from your Nile cruise, we will drive you to any location in Aswan.