4 Nights ‐ 5 Days Cruise
Embarkation: Luxor to Aswan
Day 1 ‐ Monday
12:00 noon Check‐In.
12:30 Lunch on board.
14:00 Visit East Bank.
19:30 Dinner on board.
21:30 Belly Dancer
Overnight in Luxor.
Day 2 ‐ Tuesday
06:30 Breakfast on board.
07:30 Visit West Bank.
13:00 Sail to Edfu via Esna.
13:00 Lunch on board.
16:30 Afternoon tea.
19:00 Welcome Reception Cocktail.
19:30 Dinner on board.
Overnight in Edfu.
Day 3 – Wednesday
06:00 Breakfast on board.
07:00 Visit Edfu Temple.
10:30 Sailing to Kom Ombo.
12:30 Lunch on board.
16:00 Afternoon tea.
17:00 Visit Kom Ombo Temple.
20:00 Dinner on board.
21:30 Galabia Party
Overnight Aswan.
Day 4 ‐ Thursday
07:00 Breakfast on board.
08:00 Visit the High Dam, the Temple of Philae.
13:00 Lunch on board.
16:00 Felucca on the Nile following botanical garden.
17:30 chocolate hour & fruit of the month
19:30 Dinner on board.
21:30 Overnight in Aswan.
Day 5 Friday
07:00 Breakfast on board.
08:00 Check‐ out after breakfast.
** Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control**
3 Nights ‐ 4 Days Cruise
Embarkation: Aswan to Luxor
Day 1 ‐ Friday
12:00 noon Check‐In.
12:30 Lunch on board.
14:30 Visit the High Dam, the Temple of Philae.
19:30 Welcome Reception Cocktail.
20:00 Dinner on board.
Overnight in Aswan.
Day 2 – Saturday
05:00 Sailing to Kom Ombo.
07:00 Breakfast on board.
08:00 Visit Kom Ombo temple.
12:30 Lunch on board.
15:00 Visit Edfu temple.
17:00 Afternoon Tea during sail to Esna.
17:00 Sail to Luxor Via Esna.
19:30 Dinner on board.
21:30 Galabia Party.
Overnight in Luxor.
Day 3 ‐ Sunday
06:00 Breakfast on board.
07:30 Visit West Bank.
12:30 Lunch on board.
14:00 Visit East Bank.
17:30 C h o c o l a te hour & fruit of the month
19:30 Dinner on board.
21:30 Belly Dance Show.
Overnight in Luxor.
Day 4 ‐ Monday
07:00 Breakfast on board.
08:00 Check‐ out after breakfast.
** Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control**
Day 1 – Friday
Embarkation before lunch at 11:00 am.
Lunch on board
Free time at leisure
Afternoon tea
Captain’s welcome cocktail
Dinner board
Nubian Folkloric show
Overnight in Aswan
Day 2 – Saturday
Breakfast on board
Sail to Kom Ombo maximum at 07:00 am.
Visit the Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo
Sail to Edfu
Lunch on board
Free time at leisure
Dinner on board
Sail to Esna
Egyptian Galabeya Party
Overnight in Esna
Day 3 – Sunday
Breakfast on board
Sail to Luxor
Lunch on board
Visit East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temples)
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight in Luxor
Day 4 – Monday
Breakfast on board
Visit the West Bank – The Valley of the Kings and Queens, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El-Deir El-Bahari and the Colossi Memnon.
Lunch on board
Free time at leisure
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Belly Dancer and Folkloric Show
Overnight in Luxor
Day 5 - Tuesday
Breakfast on board
Free time at leisure
Lunch on board
Sail to Esna
Free time at leisure
Afternoon tea
Captian’s Welcome Cocktail
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight in Esna
Day 6 - Wednesday
Sail to Edfu
Breakfast on board
Visit Horus Temple in Edfu
Sail to Kom Ombo
Lunch on board
Afternoon tea
Free time at leisure
Dinner on board
Egyptian Galabeya Party
Overnight in Kom Ombo
Day 7 – Thursday
Sail to Aswan
Breakfast on board
Visit the High Dam, Philae temple.
Lunch on board
Sail on the Nile by felucca around kitchener's Island
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Dancing Music
Overnight in Aswan
Day 8 – Friday
Breakfast on board
Disembarkation at 08:00 am.
** Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control.
Luxor – Luxor Round trip - every Monday
Day 1 – Monday
Embarkation before lunch at 11:00 am.
Lunch on board
Free time at leisure
After noon tea
Dinner board
Belly Dancer & Folkloric Show
Overnight in Luxor
Day 2 – Tuesday
Breakfast on board
Visit the West Bank – The Valley of the Kings and Queens, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El-Deir El-Bahari and the Colossi Memnon.
Return back to the ship
Lunch on board
Sail to Esna
Free time at leisure
Afternoon tea
Captain’s welcome cocktail
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight
Day 3 – Wednesday
Sail to Edfu
Breakfast on board
Visit Horus Temple in Edfu
Sail to Kom Ombo
Lunch on board
Free time at leisure
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Egyptian Galabeya Party
Overnight in Kom Ombo
Day 4 – Thursday
Sail to Aswan
Breakfast on board
Visit the High Dam, Philae temple.
Lunch on board
Sail on the Nile by felucca around kitchener's Island
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight in Aswan
Day 5 - Friday
Breakfast on board
Lunch on board
Free time at leisure
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Nubian show
Overnight in Aswan
Day 6 - Saturday
Sail to Kom Ombo.
Breakfast on board
Visit the Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo
Lunch on board
Afternoon tea
Sail to Edfu
Dinner on board
Sail to Esna
Egyptian Galabeya Party
Overnight in Esna
Day 7 - Sunday
Sail to Luxor
Breakfast on board
Visit East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temples)
Lunch on board
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight in Luxor
Day 8 – Monday
Breakfast on board
Disembarkation at 08:00 am.
** Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control.
Luxor – Aswan every Monday
Day 1 – Monday
Embarkation before lunch at 11:00 am.
Lunch on board
Visit East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temples)
Afternoon tea
Dinner board
Free at leisure
Belly dancer and Folkloric Show
Overnight in Luxor
Day 2 – Tuesday
Breakfast on board
Visit the West Bank – The Valley of the Kings and Queens, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El-Deir El-Bahari and the Colossi Memnon
Sailing to Esna
Lunch on board
Afternoon tea
Captain’s Welcome Cocktail
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight in Esna
Day 3 – Wednesday
Sail to Edfu
Breakfast on board
Visit Horus Temple in Edfu
Sail to Kom Ombo
Lunch on board
Afternoon tea
Visit the Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo
Dinner on board
Egyptian Galabeya Party
Overnight in Kom Ombo
Day 4 – Thursday
Sail to Aswan
Breakfast on board
Visit the High Dam, Philae temple.
Lunch on board
Sail on the Nile by Felucca around Kitchener’s island, and visit botanical island.
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight in Aswan
Day 5 – Friday
Breakfast on board
Disembarkation at 08:00 am.
** Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control.
Aswan – Luxor every Friday
Day 1 - Friday
Embarkation before lunch at 11:00 am.
Lunch on board
Visit the High Dam, Philae temple.
Sail on the Nile by felucca
Afternoon tea
Captain’s Welcome Cocktail
Dinner on board
Nubian Show
Overnight in Aswan
Day 2 - Saturday
Breakfast on board
Sail to Kom Ombo maximum at 07:00 am.
Visit the Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris in Kom Ombo
Sail to Edfu
Lunch on board
Visit Edfu Temple.
Dinner on board
Sail to Esna
Egyptian Galabeya Party
Overnight in Esna
Day 3 – Sunday
Early morning sail to Luxor
Breakfast on board
Visit the West Bank – The Valley of the Kings and Queens, The temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El-Deir El-Bahari and the Colossi Memnon.
Lunch on board
Afternoon tea
Dinner on board
Disco & Music
Overnight in Luxor
Day 4 – Monday
Breakfast on board
Disembarkation at 08:00 am.
Visit East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temples
** Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control.
Dates of arrival to Cairo minimum of 15 passengers |
Rate per person in double minimum of 15 passengers |
Single room |
Rate per person in Triple minium of 15 passengers |
October 11,25, 2021 |
USD 2,245 |
USD 3,145 |
USD 2,218 |
November 08, 22, 2021 |
USD 2,245 |
USD 3,145 |
USD 2,218 |
December 06, 13, 2021 |
USD 2,245 |
USD 3,145 |
USD 2,218 |
January 10, 24. 2022 |
USD 2,245 |
USD 3,145 |
USD 2,218 |
February 07, 21, 2022 |
USD 2,245 |
USD 3,145 |
USD 2,218 |
March 07, 21, 2022 |
USD 2,245 |
USD 3,145 |
USD 2,218 |
April 11, 18, 2022 |
USD 2,245 |
USD 3,145 |
USD 2,218 |
DAY 1, Tuesday - Arrive in Dubai
Welcome to Dubai, the land of the wealth and skyscrapers. Balance of the day is at leisure to rest, relax or walk in the city of Dubai.
Overnight: Dubai
DAY 2, Wednesday - Old Dubai Tour
After breakfast start a fabulous day discovering Dubai, one of the world's most futuristic cities with its dramatic skyline, once a tranquil port of Bedouin traders and pearl divers. Begin with a visit to the Dubai Museum in the Al Fahidi Fort, which has survived for two centuries. Continue the tour through the cloth markets and end up at the Abras, where local water taxis will take you across the Creek to the area of spice and gold souks. Walk through the bustling alleys of these souks and allow the mystical aromas of numerous spices tantalize your senses. The jewelry on sale varies from the traditional to the latest designs at amazingly affordable prices. Afterward, to the Bastakiya area where old wind-towered houses of wealthy merchants can still be seen. While in the area, you're invited to the important Sheikh Mohammed Centre in the heart of the old Bastakiya area for a specially arranged local Emirati lunch. Return to the hotel for free afternoon.
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3, Thursday - Abu Dhabi Tour
Start off the day with a city tour of the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, also known as the Arabian Jewel. Begin at the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an iconic symbol of Abu Dhabi. Drive through al Bateen area, also known as the Royal and Presidential District. Stop at the Zayed House for a fascinating sneak peek into the life of the late Sheikh Zayed, 'Father of the Nation'. Continue to the Emirates Palace and the Etihad Towers for a photo stop. Drive along the city's glamorous Corniche, with blue waters glittering on one side and shimmering skyscrapers lining the other. At the Breakwater, pause to take photos of the city's fabulous skyline. After lunch, admire cultural art at the Arab World's first universal museum, the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Head back to Dubai via Yas Island, the home of the F1 Circuit and Ferrari World Theme Park
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4, Friday - New Dubai Tour
Begin with a photo stop at Dubai's signature landmark, Burj Al Arab, the celebrated sail-shaped hotel facing the Persian Gulf. Continue to the Jumeirah Palm, a man-made island, which was built in the shape of a palm tree, known for its posh residential buildings, villas, and luxury resorts. Upon entering the island, board the Palm Monorail which will take you to the far end of the palm. Marvel at the stunning views of the island as you ride high above the ground. Continue on Sheikh Zayed road to visit the world’s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa. While at the top, a guide will help answer all your questions from your vantage point on level 124 of the building. Free time for lunch in Dubai Mall. Tonight, a very special evening with a chance to see the skyline of Dubai from the Creek, dinner
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5, Saturday - Full Day in Dubai
Morning and afternoon at leisure for further exploration of this vibrant city. Or, participate in the optional tour to Sharjah in the morning, a cultural center of the Emirates, known for its major museums, distinctive landmarks, and elegant mosques. As you begin your tour, you will have the opportunity for a photo stop of the cultural square. Then, visit the Islamic Museum, housing over 5,000 artifacts from all over the Islamic World and the Heritage Museum depicting Sharjah's rich and diverse heritage. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city or join the thrilling optional Desert Safari this afternoon. Board a 4X4 vehicle in Dubai and head out towards the highest sand dunes of the surreal surrounding desert. Feel the thrill of "dune bashing" as you spiral up and down the enormous golden dunes. Upon your arrival to the Bedouin campsite, you'll be welcomed with traditional Arabic coffee and will have the option to ride a camel. Then, savor a barbecue dinner, specially prepared. Later, enjoy a Tanoura dance show, then watch as a captivating belly dancer enchants you with her swirling dances before returning to Dubai Optional: Half Day Sharjah Tour (AM) Optional: Half Day Desert Safari with dinner (PM)
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6, Sunday - Depart the United Arab Emirates
Transfer to the airport for your departure flightto Cairo, upon arrival to Cairo meet and assist, transfer to your hotel
Meals: Breakfast
MONDAY DAY 7, Flight to Luxor, Temples of Karnak & Luxor, Nile Cruise Embarkation
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival in Luxor, Visit the magnificent Temples of Karnak, dating back over 3,000 years. Walk along the avenue of the Sphinxes and marvel at the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive sandstone columns. visit Luxor Temple to admire the colossal statues of the great pharaoh Ramses II. Next After exploring this ancient structure, embark on the Nile Cruise. In the afternoon.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Tuesday DAY 8, LUXOR •West bank, ESNA (B,L,D)
Early morning View the magnificence of the Luxor West Bank that includes the Valley of the Kings & Temple of Hatshepsut along with Colossi of Memnon. Begin with a visit to the UNESCO listed Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of Thebes and admire the tombs of ancient Egypt’s rulers. Next, head to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a colonnaded structure surrounded by cliffs and learn about the life of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s longest-reigning female ruler. Visit an alabaster factory, where you can view a demonstration of grinding alabaster the old fashion way. check the extensive collection of alabaster pieces. visit the Colossi of Memnon: two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Return to the ship for lunch, and start sailing onward this afternoon to Edfu Via Esna.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wednesday DAY 9, EDFU • KOMOMBO (B,L,D)
After breakfast This morning, visit the stunning Temple of Horus in Edfu, considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. It was built during the Ptolemaic times and was completed over a 180-year period. The temple is dedicated to the falcon 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.. Next, tour the Greco-Roman Temple of KomOmbo, dedicated to Horus, the sky god and Sobek, the crocodile god. Admire the fascinating detailed reliefs on the walls. Return to the ship for dinner
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Thursday DAY 10, ASWAN (B,L,D)
After breakfast take a tour to the spectacular Aswan High Dam, an engineering miracle when originally constructed in the 1960. The dam brought an end to the Nile's destructive floods. Take a tour to Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Arrive by motorboat and marvel at the Temple's beautiful island location. On the way back to the Cruise, stop at a local perfume shop. During your visit, you can watch the creation of perfumes. Select a fragrance and choose from a wide selection of glass bottle containers. return to the ship for lunch, Afternoon fellucca Ride and enjoy a relaxing ride aboard a fellucca, the traditional sailboat of Egypt used along the Nile and watch the exquisite sunset.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Friday DAY 11, ASWAN • CAIRO (B)
After breakfast, morning optional tour of Abu Simbel. flight from Aswan transports you back in time to the mighty Temple of Abu Simbel , reclaimed from the floodwaters of the Aswan High Dam and totally reconstructed in the present location. The site is dominated by the looming twin temples of Ramses II and his wife Queen Nefertari. It is one of the most highlighted ancient sites of Egypt, afterwards transfer to Aswan airport for your flight to Aswan, upon arrival to Cairo transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday Day 12, CAIRO (B,L) MUSEUM , PYRAMIDS
After breakfast you will begin your day with a morning visit and guided tour of the Egyptian Museum where you will find artifacts of the Pharaonic era and the treasures of king Tutankhamun’s tomb. After the museum you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to visit the Giza Plateau, home of the Great Pyramids and Sphinx Temple Complex. The largest among the six pyramids stands the Great Pyramid of Cheops. Standing 480 feet tall this pyramid is unique in that it is based on the number 5, and its top points directly to the middle star in the constellation Orion’s belt. After visiting these fabulous monuments you will travel on to see the inscrutable and mysterious Sphinx Temple.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Sunday day 13, DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Cairo airport for departure.
Meals: Breakfast
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Itinerary
SATURDAY DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN CAIRO
Welcome to Egypt, one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations. Arrive in Cairo meet and assist at the airport, transfer to your hotel with the remainder of the day at leisure, over night at the Hotel.
Overnight: Cairo hotel
SUNDAY DAY 2 - EGYPTIAN PYRAMIDS WITH THE EGYPTIAN MUSEUM
Start the day by visiting the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities, which houses the world's largest collection of artifacts from the era of the pharaohs including some belonging to King Tut. Tour Old Cairo, where early Judaism and Christianity flourished in Egypt. Visit sites like the Ben Ezra Synagogue and the Moallaka Church, where the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and the baby Jesus took refuge return to the Hotel.
MONDAY DAY 3 - TOUR TO VISIT TEL BASTA & BELBIS
Today start the Holy Family journey in Egypt, we drive to visit Tel Basta City there Jesus gushed forth a spring of water to drink, you will visit the holy well then you will visit Belbeis city, the Holy Family rested there in the shade of a tree at it is now at Saint George Church which you will visit and then back to Cairo.
Overnight: Cairo hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
TUESDAY DAY 4 - TOUR TO VISIT SAKHA& SAMANOUD
Today we head to Sakha City about 140 Km north of Cairo, there you will visit Virgin Mary Church, also you will see the foot print of Jesus Christ. Then transfer to Samanoud City where the Holy Family crossed the Nile to the city of Samanoud inside the Delta, there you will visit Saint Abanoub Church. Lunch in your way then back to Cairo and Overnight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
WEDNESDAY DAY 5 - TOUR TO WADI NATRUN
Breakfast at your hotel in Cairo, then start trip to visit Wadi Natrun, Prized by the ancient Egyptians as a source of the salt deposit Natron, a vital ingredient in the mummification process, this remote valley just west of the Delta region was later equally valued by the early Christians as a hiding place from persecution by the Romans. Initially they sheltered in caves, later building monasteries, of which four remain today. Each monastery has a full complement of monks and three of the monasteries welcome visitors. Begin your trip with Deir al-Baramous then proceeds to Deir Anba Bishoy who body is still there then visit Abu Makar Monastery and end your trip with Deir El- Suryani. Lunch in your way then back to Cairo and Overnight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
THURSDAY DAY 6 - COPTIC CAIRO & MAADI CHURCHES
Today we visit the churches of Coptic Cairo, start by the Hanging Church and the Church of St.Sergius , Sunk below street level, this 5th-century church is Egypt’s oldest. Steps descend to a crypt where the Holy Family is supposed to have taken shelter. then continue to see the Church of St. George as well as the Fortress of Babylon in Old Cairo. Lunch at local restaurant. Then proceeds to visit the Church of Holy Virgin Mary at Maadi area where is the Holy Family had passed by that place of the Church. Back to your hotel.
Overnight in Cairo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
FRIDAY DAY 7 TO EL MINYA CITY- VIRGIN MARY MONASTERY AT THE MOUNTAIN OF AL TEIR
Enjoy the Holy Family trip to south Egypt, The Holy family traveled in a boat on the Nile toward the south. Today you travel to south to El Minya City about 4 hours driving on the way stop by the Monastery of Virgin Mary in Beni seuf City where is the holy family first stop, then continue driving to El Minya city upon arrival visit the Monastery of virgin Mary at the mountain of Al Teir. Then transfer to your hotel in Minya city and overnight.
Overnight:Hotel in EL Minya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
SATURDAY DAY 8 - TO ASSIUT CITY - MONASTERY OF THE HOLY VIRGIN MARY
After Breakfast, drive through countryside to arrive to Assiut to visit Drunka monastery located on the west bank of the Nile is not only one of the most unusual monasteries in Egypt, but is also believed to have been one of the last destinations visited by the Holy Family on their journey through Egypt. Believe that Assuit was as far south as the Holy Family, Jesus, the Virgin Mary and Joseph got before leaving Egypt for Nazareth. Since that time, monks of the monastery believe that this area has been constantly inhabited by Christians. Indeed, the this area of Egypt has traditionally been heavily populated by the Egyptians. Then visit Moharaq Monastery The original in the naming of Al-Muharraq monastery, is that it was near to an area, where harmful plants and weeds are burned, and so the whole region was known as "burnt" and with time, it was settled for the Holy Virgin Mary Monastery - at Al-Muharraq (the burnt) area., the both monasteries were blessed by the visit of the holy family, continue drive to Abydous.
Overnight: hotel in Abydos
Meals: breakfast, Lunch Box , Dinner
Sunday Day 9 - ABydous
Today you will visit the temple of ABydous the memorial temple of Seti I, which contains an inscription from the nineteenth dynasty known to the modern world as the Abydos King List. It is a chronological list showing cartouches of most dynastic pharaohs of Egypt from Menes until Seti I's father, Ramesses II, then drive to visit Dendera Temple, one of the best preserved temple complexes in Egypt, located on the west bank of the Nile, approximately 40 miles away from Luxor. Explore the Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the wife of god Horus. Marvel at the spectacular ceiling painting in the main hall, displaying stars, planets, and symbols of the Roman zodiac. The colors seen throughout the temple complex are original, and amazingly vibrant. Visit the temple crypt, and climb the staircase up to the roof, learning about Egypt’s Ptolemaic period along the way. Free time to explore the temple complex at leisure, before returning to Luxor.
Overnight: hotel in Luxor
Meals: breakfast, Lunch Box , Dinner
MONDAY DAY 10 LUXOR NILE CRUISE – VALLEY OF THE KINGS
Early morning view the magnificence of the Luxor West Bank that includes the Valley of the Kings & Temple of Hatshepsut along with Colossi of Memnon. Begin with a visit to the UNESCO listed Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of Thebes and admire the tombs of ancient Egypt’s rulers. Next, head to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a colonnaded structure surrounded by cliffs and learn about the life of Queen Hatshepsut, Egypt’s longest-reigning female ruler. Visit an alabaster factory, where you can view a demonstration of grinding alabaster the old fashion way.check the extensive collection of alabaster pieces. visit the Colossi of Memnon: two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. Return to the ship for lunch
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11 : Karnak and Luxor temples
Visit the magnificent Temples of Karnak, dating back over 3,000 years. Walk along the avenue of the Sphinxes and marvel at the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive sandstone columns. visit Luxor Temple to admire the colossal statues of the great pharaoh Ramses II. Next After exploring this ancient structure, Return to the ship for lunch, and start sailing onward this afternoon to Edfu Via Esna.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wednesday DAY 12, EDFU • KOMOMBO
After breakfast This morning, visit the stunning Temple of Horus in Edfu, considered one of the best preserved of all the Egyptian temples. It was built during the Ptolemaic times and was completed over a 180-year period. The temple is dedicated to the falcon 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.. Next, tour the Greco-Roman Temple of KomOmbo, dedicated to Horus, the sky god and Sobek, the crocodile god. Admire the fascinating detailed reliefs on the walls. Return to the ship for dinner
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Thursday DAY 13, ASWAN
After breakfast take a tour to the spectacular Aswan High Dam, an engineering miracle when originally constructed in the 1960. The dam brought an end to the Nile's destructive floods. Take a tour to Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Arrive by motorboat and marvel at the Temple's beautiful island location. On the way back to the Cruise, stop at a local perfume shop. During your visit, you can watch the creation of perfumes. Select a fragrance and choose from a wide selection of glass bottle containers. return to the ship for lunch, Afternoon fellucca Ride and enjoy a relaxing ride aboard a fellucca, the traditional sailboat of Egypt used along the Nile and watch the exquisite sunset.
Overnight: Nile Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Friday DAY 14, ASWAN • CAIRO
After breakfast, morning optional tour of Abu Simbel. flight from Aswan transports you back in time to the mighty Temple of Abu Simbel , reclaimed from the floodwaters of the Aswan High Dam and totally reconstructed in the present location. The site is dominated by the looming twin temples of Ramses II and his wife Queen Nefertari. It is one of the most highlighted ancient sites of Egypt, afterwards transfer to Aswan airport for your flight to Aswan, upon arrival to Cairo transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Cairo
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday day 15, Departure
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be escorted and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast