Nile Cruise: Discover the Wonders of Ancient Egypt
Explore the majestic monuments, rich history, and extraordinary artistic masterpieces from the world’s oldest civilization on our unforgettable Nile cruise.
We start in Cairo – the largest city on the African continent, Cairo remains a fascinating fusion of western, Islamic and Christian culture, all mixed up with something a lot more ancient. Right in the centre of Cairo, the Egyptian Museum houses so many priceless treasures. Well also visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, just south of Cairo and built over 4,600 years ago, this is Egypts first proper pyramid, and is now considered to be the oldest stone building in the world. After two days of relaxing sailing on the worlds longest river our tour continues with visits to the tombs of Beni Hassan, followed by one of the most imposing temples in all of Egypt, at Abydos. Our exploration continues with the temple of Hathor at Dendera, built during the time of the Ptolemies, heirs to Alexander the Greats empire. From here, we continue to the well-known sights of Luxor and beyond.
At a Glance
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– 14 nights on the luxurious MS Darakum
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– Return flights & transfers
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– 20 tours & visits
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– Full-board dining
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– Expert Tour Manager
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– 20kg+ checked luggage
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– Complimentary tea, coffee, and bottled water on board
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– Free on-board Wi-Fi
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– Visa not included
Highlights
- – Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, plus the lesser-known Step Pyramid of Djoser
- – Marvel at the Golden Mask of Tutankhamun at the Egyptian Museum
- – Explore lesser-known sites, including Amarna, created by Pharaoh Akhenaten and Nefertiti
- – Visit Egypt’s amazing temples, including Abydos, Dendera, Karnak, Luxor, and Kom Ombo
- – Discover the Pharaohs’ tombs in the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut, plus visit Howard Carters house
- – See the remarkable modern engineering feat of the Aswan High Dam
Embark on a journey through history, luxury, and wonder as you sail the legendary Nile River!
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cairo
Travel to Cairo, the largest city on the African continent.
Day 2: The Pyramids, Sphinx & Coptic Museum
Visit the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx on the Giza Plateau, followed by a tour of Old Cairo and the Coptic Museum.
Day 3: Egyptian Museum & Saqqara
Explore the Egyptian Museums treasures before visiting the step pyramid of Saqqara in the afternoon.
Day 4: Full Day Sail
Relax on board as we sail from Cairo, with an overnight stop in Beni Suef.
Day 5: Full Day Sail
Enjoy a leisurely sail as we journey along the Nile Valley toward Minya.
Day 6: Beni Hassan Tombs
Visit Tuna El Gebel and the tomb of Petosiris, followed by a tour of the tombs of Beni Hassan after lunch.
Day 7: Amarna
Visit the site of Amarna and Pharaoh Akhenatens tomb, then continue sailing during lunch.
Day 8: Full Day Sail
Another relaxing day of cruising as we sail southwards along the Nile.
Day 9: Abydos
Tour the Temple of Seti at Abydos, then sail to Naga Hammadi for an overnight stop.
Day 10: Dendera
Explore the Temple of Hathor, then sail to Luxor for the next leg of our journey.
Day 11: Luxor West Bank & Valley of the Kings
Visit the Valley of the Kings, Howard Carter’s house, and the Temple of Hatshepsut. The afternoon is at leisure in Luxor.
Day 12: Karnak & Luxor Temples
Tour the temples of Karnak and Luxor, then sail to Edfu.
Day 13: Kom Ombo
Visit the temple of Kom Ombo, then enjoy a final afternoon of sailing towards Aswan.
Day 14: Aswan
Visit the Aswan High Dam, the Temple of Philae, and the Nubian Museum. Enjoy a felucca sail to Kitchener Island.
Day 15: Return Home
Say farewell to the crew and begin your journey home.
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