Life on Board
Daily Schedule (Typical)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 06:00–06:30 | Wake-up call for early excursion (optional but recommended — the temples are emptiest and coolest in the morning) |
| 06:30–07:00 | Breakfast (buffet: foul, eggs, flatbread, fresh fruit, coffee) |
| 07:00–12:00 | Temple visit with guide (air-conditioned bus to the temple and back) |
| 12:30–13:30 | Lunch on board (buffet, plentiful) |
| 13:30–16:00 | Free time: sun deck, pool, reading, Nile watching |
| 16:00–17:30 | Afternoon excursion or tea time on deck |
| 17:30–18:30 | Sunset on deck — the highlight of each day |
| 19:30–21:00 | Dinner (buffet or menu, depending on the ship) |
| 21:00–22:30 | Evening program: belly dance show, Galabiya party (everyone wears Egyptian garments), Nubian music, star deck |
Dress Code
During the day: Light, comfortable clothing (cotton, light colors). For temple visits: Covered shoulders and knees (especially in mosques). Evening: Smart casual — no shorts in the dining room, but no suit required. On 5-star ships, the gala dinner may be a bit more formal.
Galabiya Party
A highlight on almost every Nile ship: The Galabiya Party — all guests dress in traditional Egyptian garments (Galabiya/Galabeya). The ships sell them on board (150–300 LE) or you can buy one at the bazaar in Luxor or Aswan (50–150 LE — much cheaper!). Accompanied by oriental music, belly dancing, and lots of laughter.