Wonders of the Nile: Cairo to Aswan

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. We’ll also visit the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, just south of Cairo and built over 4,600 years ago, this is Egypt’s first proper pyramid, and is now considered to be the oldest stone building in the world. After two days of relaxing sailing on the world’s 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 Great’s empire. From here, we continue to the well-known sights of Luxor and beyond.

At a Glance

• – 14 nights on the luxurious MS Darakum

• – Return flights & transfers

• – 20 tours & visits

• – Full-board dining

• – Expert Tour Manager

• – 20kg+ checked luggage

• – Complimentary tea, coffee, and bottled water on board

• – Free on-board Wi-Fi

• – 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 Carter’s house
• – See the remarkable modern engineering feat of the Aswan High Dam

Day 1: Arrival in Cairo

• Travel to Cairo.
• Enjoy an aerial view of the Islamic capital cityscape in Cairo, Egypt.

Day 2: The Pyramids, Sphinx & Coptic Museum

• Visit the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx.
• Tour Old Cairo to explore its Christian history.
• Visit the Coptic Museum.

Day 3: Egyptian Museum & Saqqara

• Discover the extensive collection of treasures at the Egyptian Museum.
• Visit the step pyramid of Saqqara in the afternoon.

Day 4: Full Day Sail

• Relax on your ship and enjoy the changing scenery as you leave Cairo.
• Moor overnight in Beni Suef.

Day 5: Full Day Sail

• Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast.
• Relax on the Sun Deck as you sail along the Nile Valley towards Minya.

Day 6: Beni Hassan Tombs

• Visit Tuna El Gebel and the tomb of Petosiris.
• Explore the tombs of Beni Hassan.

Day 7: Amarna

• Morning visit to Amarna, including Pharaoh Akhenaten’s tomb.
• Afternoon at leisure while sailing.

Day 8: Full Day Sail

• Enjoy a relaxing day of cruising.

Day 9: Abydos

• Visit the Temple of Seti at Abydos, one of Egypt’s most mysterious sites.
• Continue sailing to Naga Hammadi.

Day 10: Dendera

• Explore the Temple of Hathor, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples.
• Sail to Luxor.

Day 11: Luxor West Bank & Valley of the Kings

• Visit the Valley of the Kings, Howard Carter’s house, and the Temple of Hatshepsut.
• Enjoy an afternoon at leisure in Luxor.

Day 12: Karnak & Luxor Temples

• Marvel at the grandeur of Karnak Temple.
• Visit the equally stunning Luxor Temple.
• Sail to Edfu.

Day 13: Kom Ombo

• Explore the ruins of the Kom Ombo Temple.
• Spend a relaxing final afternoon sailing to Aswan.

Day 14: Aswan

• Visit the Aswan High Dam.
• See the Temple of Philae and the Nubian Museum.
• Sail on a felucca to Kitchener Island.

Day 15: Return Home

• Say goodbye to your crew and begin your journey home.

Embark on a journey through history, luxury, and wonder as you sail the legendary Nile River!