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The Original Long Nile Cruise – Cairo To Aswan

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This wonderful Long Cruise showcases all the main highlights of the Nile Valley, the superb lesser visited sites of Middle Egypt as well as the iconic Giza Pyramids and Sphinx in Cairo.

Whats Included

• The Original Long Nile Cruise Route Full-Board

Up to 19 Excursions

All Transfers

• Return Flights from UK
• Option to Cruise from Cairo to Aswan or Reverse

Where you will be staying

Cruise Ship: Nile Monarch Nile Cruise

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The MS Darakum and The Nile Monarch operate 'The Original Nile Cruise ' route. This 'long cruise' offers a range of wonderful sights and sounds and operates from Cairo all the way down to Aswan (or vice versa). This cruise of discovery includes much less-visited sites such as Tel El Amarna, the remains of the desert city of Akhenaten, the tombs of Beni Hassan, Abydos Temple (one of the most complete temples of its era in Egypt) and Dendarah Temple (which has remarkable scenes and beautifully preserved colours).

These 5-star super deluxe cruisers are among the most best on the river. Offering comfortable and spacious accommodation with a contemporary design. The cabins are large and well-appointed whilst the main restaurant serves a range of international and local cuisine. Travel in style on board this wonderful Nile boat and enjoy lounging at the swimming pool, reading or playing games or enjoying the views on the sun deck.

The spacious cabins and suites have large panoramic windows.

Possible itinerary durations are 9 nights Luxor to Cairo, 11 nights Cairo to Luxor, 12 nights Aswan to Cairo and 14 nights Aswan to Cairo. The cruise includes up to 19 guided excursions.

Scheduled Itineraries: Luxor - Cairo 9 Nights from £2999pp Cairo - Luxor 11 Nights from £3445pp Aswan - Cairo 12 Nights from £3819pp Cairo - Aswan 14 Nights from £4259pp

Highlights Include:

Flights to/from Cairo and Aswan or Luxor from London Heathrow with Egypt Air

Full Board on 5-star MS Darakum or the fab Nile Monarch .

Up to 19 excursions escorted by our on board qualified Egyptologist

Long Nile Cruise 14-Night Itinerary Detail: DAY 1: CAIRO

Arrival day into Cairo where you will be met by our representative and transferred to the Nile cruise. Dinner and overnight in Cairo.

Day 2: CAIRO

Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting Giza where the famous Pyramids stands as monuments to the Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt and the Great Sphnix, which has kept its secrets for centuries. Afternoon at your own leisure. (Optional Tours available through your guide). Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Cairo.

Day 3: CAIRO

Depart after breakfast to visit the Egyptian Museum containing treasures from Egypt’s ancient past and including the wonderful Tutankhamun collection. Continuing to the Citadel located on a limestone plateau, the Citadel built to withstand the onslaught of the Crusaders has wonderful views over Cairo city. Afternoon at your leisure (Optional Tours available through your guide). Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Cairo.

Day 4: BENI SUEF

Enjoy the beauty of the Nile whilst sailing from Cairo to Beni Suef. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Beni Suef.

DAY 5: EL MINYA

A full day’s sailing to Minya. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Minya.

DAY 6: MINYA

After breakfast visit three of the rock-tombs of Beni Hassan that are carved into the high limestone cliffs of the east bank of the Nile. The painted scenes depict the daily lives of the rulers and their families including scenes of desert hunting, weaving, spinning, fishing, country living, gathering crops and catching birds. Sailing to Tel El Amarna Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Tel Amarna.

DAY 7: MINYA TEL-AMARNA

Morning sailing to Tel El Amarna. After breakfast visit the Tel El Amarna site, once the city of Akhenaten, the Pharaoh known for his revolutionary religion that worshiped Aten. Continue to the Tuna El Gabal, the necropolis of Khmun, to visit the Tomb of Petosiris, Tomb of Isadora and the sacred Catacombs of Thoth then on to the Ashmunien. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Assuit.

DAY 8: ASSUIT TO SOHAG

Full day sailing to Sohag. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Sohag.

DAY 9: EL BALYANA

An early morning sail to El Balyana. Enjoy breakfast and visit Dendarah is one of the best preserved in Egypt. After visiting Dendarah you will visit Abydos Temple, the holy city of Osiris God of the Dead and the New Kingdom Temple of Seti 1. You will be transferred back to the boat in Nagaa Hamadi. Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Nagaa Hamadi.

DAY 10: LUXOR

An early morning sail to Luxor whilst enjoying your breakfast on board the Nile Monarch. After lunch visit the Temples of Luxor and Karnak located on the East bank. Dinner on board overnight in Luxor.

DAY 11: LUXOR

Breakfast on board followed by a visit to the beautiful West Bank. Visit the sites of the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepshut. Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Luxor.

DAY 12: EDFU

Early morning sailing to Edfu. After breakfast visit the Temple of Edfu, one of the best preserved Temple in Egypt. Afternoon sailing to Kom Ombo. Lunch and Dinner on board overnight in Kom Ombo.

DAY 13: KOM OMBO – ASWAN

After breakfast a morning visit to the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris. This Temple, unlike many others in Egypt, was dedicated to two gods; the Southern section is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile headed man, god of fertility, and the Northern section to the Falcon headed god Horus. Lunch and Dinner on board sail to Aswan and overnight in Aswan.

DAY 14: ASWAN

After breakfast there is an option of a morning leisure or an early morning *Optional excursion to Abu Simbel please see the guide on board*. This impressive Temple built by Rameses II stands on the banks of Lake Nasser. After lunch on board, there is a relaxing trip around Elephantine Island to the Botanical Gardens on General Kitchener Island. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

DAY 15: ASWAN

Your journey has come to an end you will disembark cruise and transferred to Aswan Airport by our Travel Representative.

Re-opened in 2012 after 18 years, this cruise from Aswan to Cairo offers a fantastic opportunity to visit the lesser-known archaeological sites of Middle Egypt including the impressive Denderah Temple complex and the Temple at Abydos. This is the ideal way to fully explore the Nile and ancient Egyptian sites, with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the views of the river on a very comfortable 5-star boat.

Cairo - the Egyptian Museum & the Tutankhamun collection, Pyramids & the Great Sphinx Rock-tombs of Beni Hassan Tel El Amarna once the city of Akhenaten Abydos & Temple of Seti I Sail to Naga Hammadi where you pass through some of the most beautiful scenery along the Nile Dendarah one of the best preserved temple complexes in Egypt.

East & West Banks in Luxor

Aswan - High Dam & Temple of Isis on Philae Island

What's Included

• Return Flights

Luxury Cabin On Board

Option to extend your stay in Cairo, Luxor or Aswan with a luxury hotel enjoying Pyramid or Nile Views from your room.

There are also possibilities to spend time relaxing in the sun on the Red Sea Riviera in Hurghada, El Gouna or Soma Bay after your Nile Cruise.

Prices are from and based on the cheapest date available at the time of publishing.

Dining & Bars

Dining aboard nile monarch nile cruise.

A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The restaurant at the accommodation specialises in International cuisine.

Rooms & Cabins

MS Nile Azur Cabin

All guest rooms in the cruise are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. All rooms have a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms at MS Nile Azur include air conditioning and a desk.

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11 Days Cairo, Alexandria, Nile Cruise and Abu Simbel

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Experience the delights of Egypt with a Nile cruise vacation. You'll begin your expedition in Cairo, where you'll visit the Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum before flying to Luxor to embark on a Nile cruise ship. Discover captivating ruins and majestic natural scenery between Luxor and Aswan on a luxurious 5-day cruise.

Tour Details

Why you'll love this trip:.

Experience the mysteries and treasures of Egypt in 10 nights trip.

Embark on a leisurely paced 4-night cruise on the Nile, the world’s longest river. Relax and enjoy seeing the monuments in a very peaceful way.

You’ll cover the highlights of Egypt, from millennia-old temples to the Aswan Dam, a feat of modern engineering.

Your private, Egyptologist guide provides undivided attention and an insider’s perspective of Upper Egypt.

The comprehensive tour allows you to skip the headache of arranging hotels, plane tickets, and lunch reservations.

Full Private tour. You can full customize the tour according to your full comfort and privacy

Accommodation, lunches, activities, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Tour is suitable for all ages and all genders

Attractions highlight

Giza pyramids complex.

The Egyptian pyramids are historically important buildings, thanks to their sophisticated design, in addition to the hieroglyphic writings and distinctive antiques found in them.

The Egyptian Museum

The Egyptian Museum is hard to miss on any tour of Cairo. Opening in 1902, it was purpose-built to house the antiquities of Ancient Egypt.

Ibn Tulun Mosque

The Mosque of Ibn Tulun was built as the ceremonial center of the new capital Al-Qatta’i. Read on to know more!

The Hanging Church

The Hanging Church is situated in Old Cairo, it dates back to the late third century and the beginning of the fourth century A.D.

Abu Simbel Temples

The Abu Simbel Temples is the most famous in all of Egypt after the Giza Pyramids, dedicated to Ramses II and his wife. Know more about the twin temples!

Valley of the Kings

Situated on the ancient site of Thebes, the Valley of the Kings is the ancient burial ground of many of Egypt's New Kingdom rulers, most famed collection tombs.

Karnak Temple

Located on the east bank of the Nile, Karnak Temple Complex consists of a number of temples. Its name was given as in Arabic Karnak means fortified village.

Luxor Temple

Where is Luxor Temple located?  This temple might be the greatest testament to why Luxor has earned its nickname, “The World’s Largest Outdoor Museum”.

Day 01: Cairo Int. Airport - Cairo ON

Your Egypt tour begins at your chosen hotel in Cairo. Upon arrival to Cairo Int. Airport, you will be met with our English-speaking representative who will help and assist you in all formalities. A private transfer by an A-C van from the airport to your hotel in Cairo is included. Arrives to your hotel, check in, rest and refresh, Overnight in Cairo.

Meals Included

Day 02: full day pyramids - cairo on.

Breakfast at hotel. Then you will be met by our English Egyptologist tour guide to start your first day tour by visiting Pyramids of Giza "Khufu, Khafre & Menkaure", where the greatness has been embodied in three pyramids with a limestone statue of Sphinx guarding the whole area.Then proceed to one of our local restaurant to have your lunch.

After that you will proceed to the city of Sakkara, where you will be so excited by exploring The Step Pyramid of king Djoser. This pyramid has a very nice story, when king Djoser asked his chief Architect Imhotep to create something different, so that the king could be buried at. As a result the well-known Architect creates the Step pyramid, which surprised the king so much since it was considered to be a new achievement in this period.

Finally you we will drive towards Memphis, where you can visit The Open Air Museum including the marvelous monuments of king Ramses II. After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.

Day 03: Cairo City Tour - Cairo ON

Breakfast at hotel. Our English speaking guide will meet you at the hotel to accompany you to start your second day tour in Cairo. Your tour today is completely different and more excited, as the best of our monuments are awaiting you.

Start your tour with The Egyptian Museum, which is considered to be one of the most important museums in Egypt housing the Pharaonic monuments including those of the well-known king Tutankhamen. Then you will have your lunch meal at one of our local restaurant.

After Lunch, you will be transferred to Old Cairo area, where you can visit Citadel of Salah El-Din, which played as a very important role in protecting Egypt, as it was considered the seat of power for more than 700 years.

Then proceed to one of the most interesting and old market in Egypt, Khan El-Khalili, which consider as one of the stunning bazaars in the Middle East.

After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.

Day 04: Luxor East Bank - Luxor ON

Breakfast at hotel. Check out. Our representative will meet you at the hotel to transfer you to Cairo airport to take your flight to Luxor.

Upon arrival at Luxor airport, transfer to your Nile Cruise by a private A/C van. Embarkation before 12:00 PM.

Afternoon, you will discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex, which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, since it was considered the house of god on the earth, the earlier structure date back to the middle kingdom, but there are some references which refer to the earlier buildings as old as the 3rd dynasty.

Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor, which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re.

After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your ship for rest and refresh.

At night, Egyptian folkloric show will be operated by the staff. Dinner will be served and overnight in Luxor.

Day 05: Luxor West Bank - Sail to Edfu & ON

Breakfast on the Nile cruise. After that you will start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the wet bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings, which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried.

After that, you will proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain.

At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon, which is belonging to king Amenhotep III. After that you will return to your ship to have your lunch. Afternoon, free at leisure. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Day 06: Edfu – Kom Ombo - Sail to Aswan & ON

Breakfast on the cruise. Then the guide will take you in a mysterious journey to land of secrets. This guided tour of today begins by visiting one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt.

After that, you will revert back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board during sailing to the city of Kom Ombo.

Afternoon, you will proceed to explore Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while.

Get back to your ship and enjoy watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. On its banks the ancient Egyptian civilization has been created and flourished, rest and refresh on board. Dinner meal will be served on board during sailing to the city of Aswan.

Late evening arrive to Aswan and overnight.

Day 07: Aswan City Tour - Aswan ON

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. Later on, you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including The High Dam, which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood.

After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile River by a motor boat till reach Agilika Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae, which was erected during the Gaeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis (mother of god Horus).

Finally you will be escorted to visit one of the marvelous sightseeing in Aswan, The Unfinished Obelisk, which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra.

After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board. Afternoon tea will be served on board. At night free at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Day 08: Abu Simbel Tour - Flight to Cairo - Cairo ON

Breakfast box from your Nile cruise and check out, then you will be transferred by private A-C van to Abu Simbel. The original site was known as Meha in the ancient times and was first documented in the 18th Dynasty, when Ay and Horemheb had rock-cut chapels hewn in the hills to the south. Upon arrival, you will proceed to visit Abu Simbel Temples, which were built by king Ramses II. The first temple (the biggest one) was built by Ramesses II and being dedicated to the famous god Rahorakhty. While the second temple (the smaller one) was dedicated to king himself and his beautiful wife queen Nefertari. After finishing your day tour, you will drive back toward Aswan (distance takes approx. 03 hrs by car).

Then our representative will accompany you to Aswan airport to take your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival at Cairo airport, you will find our Cairo Representative is waiting for you to transfer you to your hotel in Cairo by a private A/C van assisting you in your check in. Overnight in Cairo

Day 09: Islamic & Coptic Cairo Tour - Cairo ON

Breakfast at hotel. Then you will start your tour to visit Islamic and Coptic Cairo. This tour is a very important as you will explore the greatness of the history of Egypt. You will explore the Islamic history and the other Coptic one. 

You will visit Ahmed Ibn Tulun Mosque; It is the oldest intact, functioning Islamic monument in Cairo. It also survives as a rare example of the era and architecture of the classical period of Islam, i.e. the ninth and tenth centuries, for it was dominant in the Islamic world. 

Then proceed to the Mosque of Sultan Hassan, which considered stylistically the most compact and unified of all Cairo monuments. The building was constructed for Sultan Hassan bin Mohammad bin Qala'oun in 1256 AD as a mosque and religious school for all sects. 

Then you will visit El Refa’i Mosque, it is separated from the mosque of Sultan Hassan by a pedestrian street.Take your lunch at one of our local restaurants. 

After that, you will start your Coptic Tour, you will start with the Hanging Church, (The Church of the Virgin Mary), built into the walls of the Water Gate of the Roman fortress. It is possibly the oldest Christian church in Egypt, dating to around the 4th Century. 

Then you will visit Church of St. Sergius, (Abu Serga), which legend has it is built atop one of the sites where the Holy Family rested on their flight from Herod. 

Continuing on this path brings one first to the Ben Ezra Synagogue, which is Egypt's oldest and dates to the 9th Century.After finishing this fantastic and memorable tour, you will get back to your hotel. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 10: Alexandria City Tour - Cairo ON

Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo. After that you will be met with our Egyptologist tour guide who will accompany you in such a stunning tour to Alexandria.

You will start your Alexandria city tour by exploring one of the main sources of knowledge in the ancient world, "The Alexandria Library". The site of which is the original site of the old Pharaoh.

Later on, you will be transferred to have your lunch meal at local restaurant.

After lunch you will proceed to visit The Roman Amphitheatre, which is considered to be one of the most famous monuments belonging the Greco-Roman period.

Continue your Alexandria city tour by visiting Pompey’s pillar, which was erected in 292 AD. At the end you’ll be transferred to visit Sultan Qaitbay Citadel (from outside) which is considered to be one of most famous sightseeing in Alexandria.

After finishing your day tour, we will drive back to Cairo. Arrive to Cairo and proceed to your hotel there for overnight.

Day 11: Cairo Int. Airport - Final Departure

Check out after breakfast. Our representative will pick you up. Transfer to Cairo international airport for final departure.

What's Included

• 4* hotel in Cairo for 6 nights
• 5* Nile Cruise for 4 nights
• Cruise Boat
• Private Air-Conditioned Vehicle
• Horse carriage at Edfu
• Taftaf at Valley of the Kings
• Motor Boat to Philae island
• 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 4 dinners
• Meet and assist service for at arrival and departure
• Customer Service assistance throughout your Holiday
• All transfers and tours in clean and modern air-conditioned vehicles
• Domestic flights. (Cairo / Luxor) and (Aswan / Cairo)
• Any other meals as specified in the itinerary
• Free bottled water during tours and transfers
• Admission tickets for all attractions mentioned in the itinerary
• Private Egyptologist English-speaking tour guide (s).
• Lunch meal (s) at local restaurants during the tours in Cairo & Alexandria
• All service charges and taxes

Not Included

• International airfare
• Entry visas for Egypt
• Optional tours
• Personal expenses
• Tipping kitty.

Standard Accommodations

May to august from : $ 2050, per person in triple room, per person in double room, per person in single room, september to april from : $ 2380, deluxe accommodations, may to august from : $ 2563, september to april from : $ 2975, ultra deluxe accommodations, may to august from : $ 3690, september to april from : $ 4284, luxury accommodations, may to august from : $ 4100, september to april from : $ 4760.

Prices Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Children Policy 0 - 01.99 Free of Charge 2 - 05.99 pay 25% of tour price 6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

Notes : Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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Cairo, Nile Cruise and Hurghada

This 10-day tour to Egypt Cairo, Nile cruise and Hurghada is a comprehensive fast-paced holiday package featuring the highlights of Egypt in a brief visit. You will discover the highlights of Giza and Cairo in two days. Begin by spending time at the awe-inspiring Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx, then to Memphis the ancient Capital and Saqqara Necropolis with the step pyramid of king Djoser in one day. Then explore the Egyptian Museum, Cairo Citadel with Mohamed Ali’s alabaster mosque, the famous churches in Coptic Cairo and Khan el Khalili bazaar in the next day.

Fly from Cairo to Aswan to enjoy Aswan and Luxor on board of an amazing Nile cruise ship and explore the majestic sites of Egypt on a Nile cruise and experience many of its ancient wonders along the way. Sail between Luxor and Aswan and visit the magnificent temple of Philae, High Dam, Kom-ombo temple, Edfu temple of Horus, Karnak temple, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon the Valley of the Kings and many more.

Finally we head east to a beach resort in Hurghada for some relaxation time by the Red Sea. Snorkeling, scuba diving, Desert Safari and other waters sports options are available. You can extend your time here if you wish.

Meet and greet by our representatives at airports

All transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle

Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada by an air-conditioned vehicle

Domestic flight ticket from Cairo to Aswan and Hurghada to Cairo

3 night accommodation in Cairo including daily breakfast

3 Night accommodation in 5 star Nile Cruise on full board

3 Night accommodation in Hurghada Hotel in all-inclusive basis

All sightseeing tours in Cairo as mentioned in the itinerary

All sightseeing tours along the Nile Cruise Journey as mentioned

Entrance fees to all sites as mentioned on the itinerary

Lunch during Cairo tours at good quality local restaurant

All meals are as listed on the trips itinerary

Egyptologist tour guide services for all sightseeing tours

Assistance of our guest relations during your stay

Bottled water during the tours

All service charges and taxes

International Airfare

Entry visa to Egypt

Any optional tours

Personal spending

Tour Itinerary

Welcome to Cairo, Egypt! Upon your arrival at Cairo International Airport, your will meet your representative inside the customs area holding a sign board with your name on it. After being assisted with immigration formalities, you will be transferred to your hotel. Check in and the rest of the day is free to settle and relax after your long journey. NB : If your flight arrives earlier in the day, perhaps you might choose to take an evening dinner cruise on the Nile or sound and light show at the pyramids (both available to book locally on arrival). Meals : Welcome Drink

Breakfast at your hotel and then your Egyptologist tour guide will pick you up to visit the Pyramids of Giza, enjoy fantastic introduction to each of the three pyramids. Explore the great Pyramid, elaborate burial complexes built some 4,500 years ago for Egyptian pharaohs. Whilst here, you will have time to visit inside one of the pyramids “Extra ticket on spot”. Drive to the best panoramic view spot to have pyramids photos and then move on to visit the 16 pillared hall of the Valley Temple of Khafre and the Sphinx.

Proceed to visit Memphis, the capital of ancient Egypt, founded about 3100 BC by King Menes, who supposedly united the two prehistoric kingdoms of Upper and Lower Egypt. Now, Memphis is an open-air museum highlighted by a giant statue of Ramses II which once adorned the great temple of Ptah.

Continue to Sakkara, home to the oldest complete stone building complex known in history, the Pyramid of Djoser, the second king of the 3rd dynasty (c. 2686 BC – 2648 BC). Saqqara contains numerous pyramids and important tombs for non-royal burials and cult ceremonies for more than 3,000 years, well into Ptolemaic and Roman times.

After finished, transfer to your hotel to relax or choose an extra tour to attend the sound and light show at the Pyramids of Giza

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast and then pick up to visit the Egyptian Museum, houses the world’s largest collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts, with more than 120,000 items on display, include some 1,700 items from the tomb of king Tutankhamen, including the solid-gold mask that covered the pharaoh’s head.

Then proceed to visit Mohamed Ali Alabaster Mosque inside the Cairo citadel of Salah El-Din, one of the world’s greatest monuments to medieval warfare.

Proceed driving to Coptic Cairo to visit the Hanging Church, the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus (Abu Serga) and Ben Ezra Synagogue.

Continue to the area of Islamic Cairo, where you will be able to explore Khan El Khalili, Cairo’s oldest bazaar. After finished, transfer back to your hotel

Early morning, you will be transferred to Cairo airport for your flight to Aswan. Upon arrival we will head straight to visit Aswan high dam, an engineering miracle when originally constructed in the 1960s and completed in 1970 to tame the regular flooding of the mighty Nile and produce electricity.

Drive to explore the Island temple of Philae, a site of ancient pilgrimage for devotees of the goddess Isis, built in the reign of Nectanebo I between 380-362 BC. In the 1960s the entire temple complex was moved to its present location on Agilkia Island because of flooding caused by the construction of the Aswan Dams. After finished, transfer to your Nile Cruise, Lunch on board and free time to relax

Late afternoon, you will enjoy Felucca Ride (almost 1 hour). Enjoy a relaxing sailing aboard a Nile felucca, the traditional sailboat of Egypt used along the Nile, “Weather permits!”

Return to the Nile cruise boat & free time to relax or join the optional Nubian Village trip by motorboat and cruise along the Nile River through the first Cataract to a Nubian village along the way, admire sweeping views over the river. Upon arrival, visit a traditional Nubian village in Gharb Soheil village. Get an insight into the culture, history, and lifestyle of one of Africa’s oldest civilizations. Enjoy a drink at one of the colorful rural houses, nestled amongst the natural scenery. Walk through the local market to get a taste of the unique culture and traditions.

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Free day at leisure or join an optional tour to visit the fabulous rock-hewn temple of Abu Simbel. It is one of the most recognizable ancient sites of Egypt.

After enjoying Lunch on board, your Nile Cruise will slowly sail downstream towards Kom ombo temple. On arrival, you will visit the imposing double Greco-Roman Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Horus, the Sky God and Sobek, the Crocodile God. On return to your Nile cruise you will stop to visit the Crocodile museum and free time to relax and enjoy sailing along the Nile to Edfu

Today you will visit the stunning temple of Horus at Edfu, considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. Edfu Temple was constructed during the Ptolemaic times and was completed over a 180-year period. It is dedicated to the falcon headed god Horus, the son of Isis and Osiris. Its extravagant design and sheer size is an indication of the country’s prosperity at the time.

Return to your cruise boat and continue our journey further downstream to Luxor, passing through the Esna Locks. It is common to queue to proceed through the lock, however this is a great opportunity to check out the process from deck, and listen to the shouts of the many captains as they navigate their way through the various small boats of merchants selling their wares.

On arrival, you will visit the magnificent Karnak temple, the largest cult temple ever built in Egypt. Stroll through the grand avenues of sphinxes and halls of gigantic columns. Karnak is a massive and simply astounding site, reflecting the combined achievements of many generations of ancient builders

Continue to Luxor Temple, located almost 3 kilometers from Karnak and mark the other end of the avenue of Sphinxes. Enter the temple through the great pylon where two enormous statues of Ramses II still stand, along with a granite obelisk (its mate stands in the Place de la Concorde in Paris, France). Continue on to an open courtyard, where the Abu Haggag Mosque once stood atop the ruins of the temple. At the rear of the temple is the sanctuary of Amenhotep III that was rebuilt by Alexander the Great

After finished, return to your Nile Cruise to relax or proceed with an extra tour to attend the sound & Light show at Karnak temple

Breakfast on board. Disembark from your Nile cruise after breakfast. Then, transfer to visit the west bank of the Nile in Luxor. Start to visit the two Colossi of Memnon, two gigantic statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III almost 18 meters tall and gazing eastward toward the rising sun.

Proceed to visit one of the most famous archeological sites in the world, the Valley of the Kings, used for royal burials for nearly 500 years. It was here that the bodies of great pharaohs such as Ramses II and Thutmose III were once laid to rest and where the mummified remains of the boy king Tutankhamun are still on display. Along the walls of the tombs in the Valley of the Kings, inscriptions from the Book of the Dead provided instructions on how the pharaohs could safely journey to the next world and avoid the dangers that lay on the way. You will visit three of the most well preserved tombs, also you will have time to visit Tutankhamun tomb (extra ticket on spot).

Continue to visit the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri. Both the setting and the construction of the temple make it unique among the landmarks of Egypt.  Queen Hatshepsut is considered by historians to have been one of the most successful rulers of ancient Egypt.

After finished, you will be transfer from Luxor to Hurghada (almost 4 hours drive), where we check into your resort. Your stay here is on a ‘soft all inclusive’ basis, with all meals, soft drinks and snacks included but not alcoholic beverages.

Note : a spectacular sunrise hot air balloon flight over the west bank of the Nile is available this morning (expect an early start to catch sunrise as the balloon rises).

Meals : All Inclusive

Your day is free today to relax on the beach or in the hotel swimming pool. Sunbathe, swim in the crystal waters or enjoy extra tours on offer dolphin house snorkeling trip in Hurghada or in the evening: Alf Leila Wa Leila Show in Hurghada

Your day is free today to relax on the beach or in the hotel swimming pool. Sunbathe, swim in the crystal waters or enjoy extra tours on offer Hurghada Desert Safari by Jeep.

Note : If you wish, we can book extra nights in the resort in Hurghada for you to extend your time here – please contact us for details and prices.

After breakfast, there are no activities planned for today and you are able to depart your accommodation at any time – check-out (at 12:00pm). You will be transferred to Hurghada airport for your flight from Hurghada to Cairo to connect with your international departure flight.

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13-Day Cairo to Luxor Nile Cruise Onboard Mövenpick MS Darakum

Book our 13 Day Cairo to Luxor Nile Cruise package and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience onboard the Mövenpick MS Darakum river cruiser. Our Nile River cruises include world-class cuisine, world-class hospitality, and 5-Star amenities to make your cruise from Cairo to Luxor more magical than ever.

Explore Egypt’s most famous and most treasured Egypt attractions, including the Great Pyramids of Giza; the Sphinx; Valley of the Kings, and so many more. Relax out on the water as your sail from one destination to the next, following in the footsteps of ancient pharaohs before finally returning to Cairo for your journey back home.

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Day 1 – Arrival in Cairo and Cruise Embarkation

When you arrive at Cairo International Airport, your tour manager will be there to meet and greet you, and to offer any assistance you may need. They will escort you in a private air-conditioned vehicle, and they will make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible when you board the prestigious Mövenpick MS Darakum river cruiser for your 13 Day Cairo to Luxor Nile Cruise package.

After boarding, settle into your cabin, and then feel free to make use of the boat’s many amenities. In the evening you will enjoy your first delicious onboard dinner, and then the rest of the evening is yours. Tonight you will be sleeping onboard the vessel in Cairo.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2 – Cairo Sightseeing Tour

Wake up to an excellent onboard breakfast, and then it will be time for a sightseeing tour that will see you visiting Cairo’s top two historical attractions. First, you’ll visit the Egyptian Museum where you can view thousands of ancient relics, including the treasures that were recovered from the tomb of King Tutankhamen. You can also view some real mummies which are on display in a special room known as the Mummies Room. However, in order to do so, you need to purchase a ticket onsite.

Next, your will be transferred to the Giza Plateau to view Egypt’s most iconic attraction, the Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Finally, after you have had ample time to explore the area, everyone will be transferred back to the Mövenpick MS Darakum for some relaxation time and some wonderful Takht (oriental music). Tonight will once again be spent on the water in Cairo.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 3 – Day Long Cruise to Beni Suef

Most people go on vacation because they want to relax, and today is the perfect day to do just that. Once your ship departs from Cairo in the morning, it will spend the next 12 hours cruising to Beni Suef. Enjoy today as you wish, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner being served along the way. There will also be a very entertaining Guest Party, and tonight will see you sleeping on the water at Beni Suef.

Day 4 – Fayoum Excursion and Overnight at Beni Suef

Wake up and enjoy a wonderful breakfast onboard the ship, and then everyone will disembark for a truly memorable excursion to the Fayoum Oasis in modern air-conditioned vehicles. On arrival at Fayoum, you will have ample opportunity to explore the Dahshur Pyramids and the Meidum Pyramid. This is truly a remarkable opportunity to see some ancient relics which many tourists never get to see because most regular Nile River cruises only run between Aswan and Luxor.

After your visit to Fayoum, everyone will return to the Mövenpick MS Darakum, where you will have some time for relaxing, before finally sitting down to another excellent 5-Star dinner. Tonight, you will once again be sleeping onboard the vessel at Beni Suef.

Day 5 – Leisure Cruise to Minya

On day 5 of your Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise, the Mövenpick MS Darakum will make an early start and begin navigating its way to Minya, with a good breakfast served along the way. You have the entire day to yourself to enjoy as you wish. At around midday, lunch will be served, and then you have more free time until dinner is served in the early evening. There will also be a fun-filled Treasure Hunt game host onboard after dinner, and tonight will be spent on the water at Minya.

Day 6 – Sightseeing Tours to Nearby Attractions

Enjoy a good 5-Star breakfast onboard and then it will be time for everyone to disembark for a Minya excursion to Tuna El Gebel and Ashmunein. After this wonderful morning tour, you will return to the ship for a delicious lunch, and then it will be time for another outing, this time to visit four different ancient tombs: the Tomb of Baqet III, the Tomb of Khety, the Tomb of Amenemhet, and the Tomb of Khnumhotep II.

Your tour of the four tombs typically lasts for about one and a half hours, after which everyone will return to the boat. You will some time to relax and to freshen up, and then it will be time to sit down for another splendid onboard dinner. After dinner, you can enjoy a delightful Folkloric show on the boat, or you can simply have the evening to yourself. Tonight the ship will remain tied up at Minya.

Day 7 – Tel El Amarna Excursion and Cruise to Asyut

Once again, enjoy a fabulous breakfast onboard your luxury river cruiser, and then it will be time for yet another unforgettable excursion to an area known as Tell El Amarna. Once you disembark, you will board a luxury air-conditioned vehicle for the two-hour journey Tel El Amarna where you will then be able to visit and explore another five ancient tombs: the Tomb of Ahmose, the Tomb of Meryre, the Tomb of Pentu, the Tomb of Panehesy, and the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten.

You will also be visiting the Great Palace of King Akhenaten, the Small temple of Aten, and the great temple of Aten. The average visit to these sites lasts for about two and a half hours, after which you will board your tour bus again for the journey bake to your ship.

After boarding, the ship will depart, and it will later come to a stop on the water in front of the fascinating Prince Tawdrous Monastery, allowing you to admire this wonderful site from the water. The Mövenpick MS Darakum will remain tied up at this location at Asyut for the night.

Day 8 – Leisurely cruise to Sohag

Day 8 of your Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise is all about relaxing and leaving your troubles behind. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard, and feel free to take advantage of the ship’s many world-class amenities. Alternatively, just enjoy the scenery and spend the day lounging around the pool on the vessel’s spacious sundeck. In the evening, there will also be a Black and White party onboard, and all passengers are encouraged to partake in the fun.

Day 9 – Sail to El Balyana and on to Qena

Wake up and enjoy a hearty onboard breakfast while the river cruiser makes its way to El Balyana. On arrival, you will disembark, and you will be taken to visit Abydos Temple for some great photo taking opportunities. You will then head back to the ship in time for lunch, and it will sail to Qena via the impressive Naga Hammadi Bridges, finally arriving in Qena in time for a good dinner.

After dinner, enjoy a fun-filled Contest Party, and be sure to get a good night’s sleep on the water at Qena

Day 10 – Temple Visit and Cruise to Luxor

After enjoying another good breakfast onboard the vessel, you will disembark for an excursion to the ancient Dendera Temple which is about a 20-minute drive away. This is another historical site which is off the main tourist trail, and it is certainly a place which is well worth visiting.

After your visit, you will be driven back to the boat, and it will then start navigating its way to Luxor, with lunch being served along the way. In the afternoon while you are sailing to Luxor, there will be an authentic Egyptian Belly Dancing Show onboard which all passengers are welcome to attend.

In the early evening dinner will be served, and the remainder of the night is free for you to enjoy the way you want to enjoy it before finally retiring for a good night’s sleep in the comfort of your luxury cabin while the boat is tied up at Luxor.

Day 11 – Full Day of Sightseeing at the West Bank

Day 11 of your Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise is going to be a busy day, so be sure to enjoy a good breakfast onboard in the morning. Once everyone has finished eating, you will be going on a tour of Luxor’s West Bank which is home to some of Egypt’s most famous ancient attractions, including Valley of the Kings, and Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple.

The whole day is dedicated to sightseeing, and you can expect to spend most of the morning strolling through the Valley of the Kings. This is an ancient necropolis, and home to more than 60 royal tombs, including the tomb of King Tutankhamen.

In the afternoon you will return to the ship for another great lunch, and then you will be taken to see and explore the magnificent mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Finally, you will head back to the ship again where you will have a bit of free time before sitting down to a wonderful 5-Star dinner. Enjoy the rest of the evening as you wish, and enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep on the water at Luxor.

Day 12 – Luxor East Bank Sightseeing and Fly to Cairo

Wake up to yet another smashing onboard breakfast, and prepare yourself for a morning of unforgettable discoveries. Today will see you going on an excursion to Luxor’s East Bank where you will be visiting two truly remarkable historical sites, Karnak Temple and Luxor temple.

Both sites will amaze you, but one will both amaze you and astonish you. Rather than just being one ancient temple, the Karnak complex is essentially the ruins of a sprawling ancient temple city. Construction was ongoing for more than 2,000 years, and the site covers thousands of square meters. It really is a sight to behold.

After your sightseeing tour, you will return to your cruise liner for lunch, and then it will be time for you to disembark. One of our tour managers will be standing by to meet and greet you, and they will then escort you to Luxor Airport where you will be boarding a flight back to Cairo.

When you arrive in Cairo, your assigned tour manager will meet you at the airport, and then you will be escorted to a luxury hotel in Cairo where you will be spending the last night of your 13-day Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise vacation.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13 – Transfer to Airport for Final Departure

Wake up and enjoy a lovely 5-Star breakfast at your hotel, and then it will soon be time for you to check out. At the agreed time, your tour manager will meet you, and they will then escort you to Cairo International Airport for your flight back home.

Your 13 day Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise vacation may be over, but you will board your flight knowing that you have one of the best vacations anyone could possibly hope for and you will have memories which will stay with you forever.

Meals Included: Breakfast

What is included in your  13 Day Mövenpick MS Darakum  Cairo to Luxor  Nile Cruise  holiday

• Meet and Greet Service – One of tour representatives will meet you on arrival in Cairo and again in Luxor, and another one will be there to bid you farewell when you depart from Cairo.
• Full Personal Assistance – Our team of tour professionals will be available to offer assistance throughout the duration of your Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise in the unlikely event that something goes wrong.
• All Transfers – All transfers are done in modern air-conditioned vehicles and are included in the price of your cruise.
• Full Board – Your stay onboard the Mövenpick MS Darakum includes full board and lodging.
• All Excursions – All excursions mentioned in the itinerary are included in the Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise price.
• Entrance Fees – Any and all entrance fees to the various sites visited are included.
• English Speaking Guide – A fully certified English-speaking Expert guide will accompany you on all excursions. Our guides are extremely knowledgeable, and visitors are encouraged to ask question during excursions.
• All Service Charges and Taxes – The price of your Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise is inclusive of all taxes, services charges, and etc. With us, there are NO hidden charges along the way.

What is not included in your 13 Day Mövenpick MS Darakum  Cairo to Luxor  Nile Cruise  holiday:

• Pre-Arrival and Post-Departure Travel – Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise price does not include travel to Egypt or onward travel from Egypt.
• Tipping – Cairo to Luxor Nile cruise price does not include money for tipping guides, waitresses, waiters, and etc. Tipping is not required or expected, but always appreciated if you feel it is well-deserved.

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13 Day Nile Cruise From Cairo To Luxor

Follow in the footsteps of Ancient Egypt’s great pharaohs with a spectacular 13-Day  Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor . Our classic  Nile cruises from Cairo  are all about luxury and comfort; world class dining, and non-stop discovery from the moment you arrive.

Enjoy relaxing times in the sun; romantic moments under the stars, and marvel at some of the world’s most cherished ancient relics. From the great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, to the rock-cut tombs in the Valley of Kings in Luxor, our  Nile River cruises  really do have it all. Join us for a truly unforgettable journey through time.

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13 day nile cruise from cairo to luxor.

Follow in the footsteps of Ancient Egypt’s great pharaohs with a spectacular 13-Day Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor. Enjoy 5-Star luxury and comfort; world class dining, and non-stop discover from the moment you arrive in Cairo.

Enjoy relaxing times in the sun; romantic moments under the stars, and marvel at some of the world’s most cherished ancient relics. From the great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, to the rock-cut tombs in the Valley of Kings in Luxor, this Nile cruise really does have it all. Join us for a truly unforgettable journey through time.

DAY 1 – Arrival and Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor Begins

When you arrive at Cairo International Airport for your Nile cruise vacation, one of our tour managers will be there to meet and greet you, and then he will escort you in a clean and modern air-conditioned vehicle to the port area where you will be boarding your luxury 5-Star Nile River cruise ship that will be your home on the Nile for the next 12 nights.

Upon boarding the cruise ship, you will be checked in, and then you will have the remainder of the day to yourself to enjoy as you wish. The first night of your Nile cruise will be spent in your deluxe cabin on the Nile in Cairo. Even though you will be sleeping on your Nile cruise ship tonight, you are welcome to leave the vessel after check-in if you want to explore a bit of Cairo before the ship departs.

Meals Included: Dinner

DAY 2 – Giza Pyramids and Egyptian Museum

The 2nd day of your Nile cruise has been reserved for some sightseeing in Cairo and some on-board leisure time. Today’s tour will be starting quite early, so once you have finished enjoying your breakfast, you will disembark along with a small group of our other clients and one of our English speaking Egyptologist guides, and you will travel to Giza on the outskirts of Cairo to see the infamous Giza Pyramids and the iconic Sphinx, as well as the Valley Temple.

You will also have the option to visit the area’s Solar Boat Museum, but this requires a separate ticket, and is not included in the price of our Nile cruise packages. If you do purchase this ticket, you will also be allowed inside one of the pyramids.

A little bit later in the day, you will also be taking you to see the famous Egyptian Museum which holds the world’s biggest collection of Ancient Egypt artifacts. Not to be missed at the museum is the Treasures Room which houses all the artifacts that were recovered from Tutankhamen’s tomb in Luxor. If you would like to see some real mummies, there is also a Mummies Room at the museum that houses a number of real mummies.

Out of respect for some peoples beliefs, we don’t include tickets for the Mummies Room in any of our holiday packages. You can, however, purchase a ticket at the museum if you want to.

After a very interesting and fascinating day, you will be transferred back to your Nile cruise ship. Onboard entertainment today will be a cocktail party and Takhr (Oriental music), and you will once again spend the night aboard your Nile cruise ship on the Nile in Cairo.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

DAY 3 – Leisure Cruise to Beni Suif

Today is all about enjoying some quality relaxation time on the water. At around breakfast time, your Nile cruise ship will set out from Cairo, and it will sail towards Beni Suif, a journey which takes approximate 12 hours to complete. You will have the entire day to yourself, although there will be a very pleasant Guest Show on board for those who want to attend.

Once you reach Beni Suif, the boat will tie up and you will spend this night of your Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor on the Nile at Beni Suif.

DAY 4 – Fayoum Excursion and Overnight at Beni Suif

Shortly after breakfast, you will disembark from the Nile cruise ship, and you will travel by road to Fayoum to see the Dahshour Pyramids and Maydom, a journey which takes approximately 30 minutes either way. After you have had time to explore these magnificent ancient relics, you will then travel back to your cruise ship at Fayoum, and you will once again be spending the night in your deluxe cabin on the Nile at Beni Suif.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

DAY 5 – Leisure Cruise to Minya

The 5th day of your Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor is once again a day for relaxing on the Nile while you are cruising to Minya. Relax and unwind next to the pool; admire the passing scenery, or enjoy some refreshments at the ship’s bar. Today there will also be a fun-filled Treasure Hunt game on board for anyone who wants to take part. On arrival at Minya, your cruise ship will dock, and you will spend this night of your Nile cruise on the Nile at Minya.

DAY 6 – Tuna El Gebel, Ashmunein, and Beni Hassan Tombs

Another splendid day of sightseeing awaits you. Shortly after breakfast, you will enjoy the first excursion of the day, one which will see you visiting Tuna El Gebel, an ancient necropolis, and also Ashmunein, the ruins of an ancient city. After this excursion, you will head back to the cruise ship for lunch, and then after you have eaten, you will head out again, this time to visit the Beni Hassan Tombs: the Tomb of Baqet III (BH15); the Tomb of Khety (BH17); the Tomb of Amenemhet (BH2), and the Tomb of Khnumhotep II (BH3).

Finally, you will return to the ship and you will have the remainder of the afternoon to yourself. There will be a really entertaining Folkloric Show on board in the evening, and you will once again be spending this night of your Nile cruise on the Nile at Minya.

DAY 7 – Cruise and Sightseeing at, Tel El Amarna

Your Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor gets off to an early start today, with breakfast being served while it cruises along the Nile to Tel El Amarna. On arrival, you will disembark, and you will travel by road to see a collection of six ancient monuments: the Tomb of Ahmose (EA3); the Tomb of Meryre (EA4); the Tomb of Pentu (EA5); the Tomb of Panehesy (EA6); the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten (EA26); the Great Palace of King Akhenaten, and the Small and Great Temples of Aten. This tour usually takes about two and a half hours, after which you will be driven back to the cruise ship.

Enjoy a good lunch on board while the boat cruises to Assyut, where the boat will tie up in front of the Prince Tawdrous Monastery. You won’t be going ashore here, but the view from the water is superb. Your Nile cruise ship will remain here until the morning.

DAY 8 – Leisure Cruise to Sohag

The 8th day of your Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor is another day reserved for relaxing and unwinding. Shortly after you have enjoyed your breakfast, your cruise ship will depart from Assyut, and it will cruise slowly along the Nile towards Sohag where it will be docking for the night.

In the evening, there will be an entertaining Black and White Party for all to enjoy, and you will be spending this night of your Nile cruise on the Nile at Sohag.

DAY 9 – Sightseeing Cruise to Qena via El Balyana

At around breakfast time, your cruise ship will leave Sohag, and it will travel along the Nile to El Balyana where you will enjoy an shore excursion to see the ancient Abydos Temple. After you have enjoyed some time at this site, you will return to the ship, and it will then cruise to Qena where it will be docking for the night.

Enjoy lunch and dinner aboard the ship, and for entertainment this evening, there will a Contest Party on board. Tonight you will be sleeping in your cabin on the Nile at Qena.

DAY 10 – Qena Excursion and Cruise to Luxor

Your Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor will reach its final destination today, but before it the ship leaves Qena, you will first disembark for a visit to the amazing Dandarah Temple which is about a 20-minute drive away from where your cruise is tied up. Once everyone has returned to the cruise ship, it will then cruise to Luxor.

Enjoy a leisurely afternoon on the Nile while sailing. There will also be an authentic Egyptian Belly Dancing Show on board the ship today, and you will spend the night aboard the ship on the Nile in Luxor.

DAY 11 – Luxor West Bank Sightseeing

This will undoubtedly be one of the most memorable days of your Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor. After breakfast, you will disembark from the ship, and then you will be taken for a Luxor West Bank tour to visit and explore two of the top attractions on the West Bank: Valley of the Kings and the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

The Valley of Kings is a huge ancient royal necropolis where more than 60 tombs have been discovered, including the tomb of King Tutankhamen which was still sealed and intact when it was discovered by Howard Carter during the early 1920s. Several of the tombs are open to visitors, and your Nile cruise trip includes admission to some of them.

The Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut is equally as impressive, if not more so. This is a huge temple which was partly carved out of the surrounding bedrock, and it is today one of the most visited ancient monuments in the Egypt.

Enjoy some lunch and some free time for yourself when you get back to the cruise ship, and enjoy a good night’s sleep on the Nile at Luxor.

Meals Included: Breakfast Lunch and Dinner

DAY 12 – Luxor East Bank Sightseeing and Transfer to Cairo

Your Nile Cruise from Cairo to Luxor is almost over, but before you fly back to Cairo, you will be taken for one more unforgettable tour, this time to the East Bank. During this tour, you will visit two incredible ancient monuments: Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.

Karnak is a massive archeological site with so much to see. What once started with the construction of a single temple, went on to become an actual temple city, a process which took place over a period spanning more than 2,000 years. Although only ruins remain today, it is easy to appreciate just how impressive this city must have been. It is one of the most visited ancient sites in the country, as is Luxor Temple which is only a short distance away.

After you have visited both these sites, you will return to your cruise ship for lunch, and then you will have to check-out and disembark. One of our tour managers will then escort you to Luxor Airport where you will board your flight to Cairo.

On arrival in Cairo, you will once again be met by a tour manager at Cairo Airport, and he will escort you to the hotel where you will be staying for the last night in Cairo and your last night in Egypt.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

DAY 13 – Nile Cruise Holiday Ends and Final Departure

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, and then at the appropriate time, your tour manager will meet you at the hotel and assist with check-out. After that, he will escort you to Cairo International Airport in time for you to board your flight out of Egypt.

Meals Included: Breakfast

What is included in your MS Darakum Nile Cruise From Cairo to Luxor

• Meet and greet, and assistance at arrival and departure
• Customer service assistance throughout the duration of your Nile cruise package
• Transfers to and from airports in private and modern air-conditioned vehicles
• Domestic flight from Luxor to Cairo
• Hotel accommodation in Cairo (bed and breakfast)
• Accommodation on board the 5-Star Movenpick MS Darakum cruise ship (full board)
• All Nile cruise tours and excursions (group tours)
• All Cairo tours mentioned in the travel itinerary (private guided tours)
• English speaking guide for all tours
• All entrance fees for sites mentioned in the travel itinerary
• All taxes and service charges
• Free loan of mobile phone for the duration of your tour package (includes limited free call time)

What is NOT included in your MS Darakum Nile Cruise From Cairo to Luxor

• International flights to and from Egypt
• Entry visa for Egypt
• Optional tours and excursions mentioned or not mentioned in the travel itinerary
• Personal spending

SHIP FEATURES

• 72 Deluxe cabins, all with large panoramic windows; private bathrooms, bathtubs and hairdryers.
• LCD Televisions with remote control in all cabins, as well as music channels and internal phone.
• Independently controlled air-conditioning and safety deposit boxes in all cabins.
• Large tastefully fitted and decorated restaurant with 142-guest capacity.
• Large and tastefully fitted and decorated lounge with mini-bar.
• Onboard discotheque/nightclub.
• Well-stocked gift shop.
• Swimming pool
• Spacious sundeck and recreation area with bar.
• Reading room
• Playing room

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Prices are quoted in USD and are valid until the 30th of September 2023, except during the Easter, Christmas and New Year holidays.

Discover Egypt, ancient & modern

Uncover the ancient secrets of Egypt amid the welcoming culture of today. See the pyramids from astride a majestic camel. Explore the Temple of Karnak’s 136 soaring pillars. Visit Queen Nefertari’s tomb in the Valley of the Queens. Skim the waters of the Nile by traditional felucca . Enjoy the fragrances of Aswan’s spice market. Join our expert Egyptologists on a 12-day cruisetour through Egypt on board our modern Nile ships, owned and operated by Viking.

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More features, services and excursions included

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner

24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water

Port taxes & fees

Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

Visits to UNESCO Sites

Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances

Your Stateroom Includes:

River-view stateroom

Bottled water replenished daily

110/220 volt outlets

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows

Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror

Premium Freyja® toiletries

Plush robes & slippers (upon request)

40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more

Telephone, safe, refrigerator

Individual climate control

*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.

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