Trip highlights
- • Panoramic window opening to a private balcony
- • Individually controlled air-conditioning
- • Private bathroom with bathtub & hair dryer
- • Satellite TV, music channels, & dedicated movie channel
- • Mini bar
- • Safety box & luggage rack
- • 24-hour onboard doctor
- • Swimming pool & sundeck
- • Laundry & housekeeping services
- • All major credit cards accepted
Overview
Sail across the timeless waters of Lake Nasser on Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Lake Cruise, one of the finest five-star luxury cruises operating between Aswan and Abu Simbel. Designed for travelers seeking comfort, elegance, and immersive history, this modern vessel blends Nubian beauty with contemporary sophistication.
Enjoy exquisitely furnished cabins featuring panoramic windows and private balconies, world-class service, gourmet dining, and curated cultural experiences led by expert Egyptologists.
As you glide across Lake Nasser, explore the monumental temples rescued from floodwaters, including Abu Simbel, Amada, Wadi El-Sebua, Kalabsha, and Beit El-Wali. Each day offers a new chapter of Nubian history showcased through storytelling, incredible landscapes, and unforgettable sunrise and sunset views.
Every detail—onboard amenities, dining, entertainment, and guided tours—has been designed to deliver a seamless and enriching luxury journey.
Itinerary
Day 01Arrival in Abu Simbel & Temple Visit
Arrive in Abu Simbel and check in to your luxury cruise at noon. Enjoy lunch onboard before visiting the world-famous Abu Simbel Temples built by Ramses II. Explore the Great Temple honoring Ptah, Amun-Ra, Ra-Horakhty, and Ramses II himself, then visit the smaller but equally stunning temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari.
In the evening, attend the Abu Simbel Sound & Light Show before returning to the cruise for dinner.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 02Qasr Ibrim, Amada & Wadi El-Sebua
Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Qasr Ibrim, where you admire the famous citadel from the deck due to restricted entry. Continue sailing to Amada, one of the oldest temples in Nubia, celebrated for its vivid reliefs and delicate artistry.
After lunch, sail onward to Wadi El-Sebua, where you enjoy an evening Light Show.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 03Wadi El-Sebua, Dakka & Sail to Aswan
Begin with a guided visit to the Temple of Wadi El-Sebua, built by Ramses II to honor his victories in Kush. Proceed to explore the Temple of Dakka, dedicated to Thoth, god of wisdom.
Sail toward Aswan while enjoying a Nubian show and dinner onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04Kalabsha, Beit El-Wali & Departure
After breakfast, disembark for visits to the impressive Kalabsha Temple, showcasing Nubian art and architecture, followed by Beit El-Wali, one of Ramses II’s most beautifully carved rock temples.
After your visits, transfer to Aswan Airport or the train station for departure.
Meals: Breakfast
4 Nights – Aswan to Abu Simbel
Day 01Arrival in Aswan & Nubian Show
Arrive in Aswan and check into your cruise at noon. Enjoy lunch onboard and spend the afternoon relaxing. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Nubian show followed by dinner.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 02Kalabsha, Beit El-Wali & Sail to Wadi El-Sebua
Start with a guided visit to Kalabsha Temple, once considered the “House of the Ruler” and famed for its intricate carvings. Continue to Beit El-Wali, another Ramses II masterpiece.
Sail toward Wadi El-Sebua, enjoying lunch and dinner onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 03Wadi El-Sebua, Dakka & Sail to Amada
Visit Wadi El-Sebua, known as the Valley of the Lions due to its avenue of sphinx statues. Continue to Dakka Temple, honoring the god Thoth.
After lunch, sail to Amada, where you visit its beautifully preserved temple complex.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04Qasr Ibrim & Abu Simbel
Sail to Qasr Ibrim and enjoy panoramic views of the fortress from the deck, as entry is not permitted.
After lunch, continue sailing to Abu Simbel for an afternoon visit to the Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Queen Nefertari.
In the evening, enjoy the Abu Simbel Sound & Light Show before dinner onboard.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05Departure from Abu Simbel
After breakfast, check out and transfer to Abu Simbel Airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast
What is included
Included
- Meet & Assist upon arrival with flowers
- • Full board accommodation on the cruise
- • All sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary (entrance fees excluded)
- • Private air-conditioned transfer vehicles
- • Bottled mineral water during daily tours
- • Licensed Egyptologist English-speaking guide
- • All taxes and service charges
Not included
- Personal expenses
- • Extra meals or beverages
- • Optional tours
- • Tipping
- • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
Questions about this trip
Is Omar El Khayam a Lake Nasser or a Luxor–Aswan cruise?
It is offered here on Lake Nasser, connecting Abu Simbel and Aswan. Its Nubian temple route is different from the Edfu and Kom Ombo route on the Nile.
Which Omar El Khayam direction has four nights?
The Aswan-to-Abu Simbel option has four nights. The reverse Abu Simbel-to-Aswan programme has three, with arrival and departure arrangements at different ends of the lake.
Are Nubian temple tickets included with the cruise?
No. Full-board accommodation, the listed sightseeing arrangements, transfers and guiding are included, but entrance fees to the sites are excluded.
