Egypt : Nile Cruise and Cairo
Join our Nile cruises on a journey of discovery as we visit some of Egypt’s finest ancient monuments along the banks of the river Nile, including those at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan and the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens. There is no better way to experience the wonders of Egypt’s past than by a Nile cruise. On your 7 night journey from Luxor to Aswan, Egypt’s many ancient treasures are revealed in all their glorious splendour. Just an hour’s flight from Luxor, you arrive at the bustling metropolis of Cairo, Africa’s largest city. They have Modern high risen buildings, which includes the 187m Cairo Tower with its panoramic views over the city, vie with the narrow alleyways of Old Cairo. There is, of course, the world-famous Pyramids and Sphinx, Cairo’s mighty fortress, with its alabaster Mosque of Mohammed Ali, the Egyptian Museum and the famous Khan-el-Khalili bazaar where bartering for souvenirs is a must. Outside the city, you can visit Memphis, the capital of Ancient Egypt and admire mankind’s oldest stone building – the step pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser at Sakkara. Not to be missed is the Sound and Light show at the Pyramids. You will certainly not be bored in this amazing city.
Itinerary
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Day 1 -
UK - Luxor
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Depart Gatwick or Manchester for your flight to Luxor. On arrival, transfer by coach (approx. 30 minutes) and embark M.S. Da Vinci
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 2 -
Luxor - Edfu
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In the morning, you cross to the West Bank and visit the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens and the imposing Colossi of Memnon. Optional visit to Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple (approx. £12 per person). In the afternoon, sail to Edfu, passing through the Esna lock en route. Overnight at Edfu.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 -
Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan.
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At Edfu there is a visit to the Temple of Horus, probably Egypt’s best preserved temple. Sail to Kom Ombo for a visit to the Temple before sailingto Aswan.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 -
Aswan
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In the morning you visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple which was dedicated to the gentle Goddess Isis. In the afternoon you can view the Aga Khan’s Mausoleum and Botanical Garden whilst enjoying your trip on the Nile by felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat. Take an optional excursion by boat to visit the Botanical Garden and Mango Island (approx. £10 per person). In the evening, there is an opportunity to see the Sound and Light show at the Philae Temple (approx. £20 per person).
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 -
Aswan - Edfu.
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Spend the morning at leisure in Aswan. Perhaps enjoy a trip on a horse-drawn carriage from the Old Cataract Hotel, where Agatha Christie wrote "Death on the Nile". Or take an optional sightseeing excursion by road or air to Abu Simbel (approx. £60 per person by road/duration approx. 9 hours; approx. £110 per person by air/duration approx. 5 hours). In the afternoon, sail to Edfu for an overnight stay.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 -
Edfu - Luxor.
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In the morning, relax on board as you sail back to Luxor, passing through the Esna Lock en-route. In the afternoon you visit the famous Karnak Temple, a superb example of ancient Egyptian architecture depicting life around 1600 BC, and the well-preserved Luxor Temple which is situated in the heart of town. Do not miss the Sound and Light show in the evening at the Karnak Temple (approx. £18 per person).
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 -
Luxor
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A day to explore this bustling and colourful town at your leisure. Time to shop for those last minute souvenirs and take those final memorable photographs. Or take an optional full day excursion by air to Cairo and visit the Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities and the bustling Khan-el-Khalili bazaar, with lunch included (approx. £160 per person). There is also an optional half day excursion by road to visit the Temple of Hathor at Dendera (approx. £25 per person).
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Days 8 to 15 -
Transfer to you chosen hotel in Cairo
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InterContinental Pyramids Park Hotel 5 Stars This large, resort-style hotel, set in well-tended gardens, has an ideal location being situated just 2.5km from the Pyramids, and is only a 25 minute drive from the hustle and bustle of downtown Cairo.
Golden Tulip Flamenco Hotel 4 Stars This modern hotel is situated in the heart of Zamalek Island, the main residential and diplomatic area of Cairo and is just a leisurely stroll to the Nile. It is in a convenient location, just 20km from the Pyramids, and is a short taxi drive to the city’s main attractions and downtown Cairo. A selection of shops and restaurants are just a few minutes walk away.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Dinner
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Prices
| Dates |
Prices based on hotel InterContinental Pyramids |
| Adult |
03/11/2008 - 17/11/2008
| £1,427 |
10/11/2008 - 24/11/2008
| £1,427 |
17/11/2008 - 01/12/2008
| £1,427 |
24/11/2008 - 08/12/2008
| £1,377 |
01/12/2008 - 15/12/2008
| £1,377 |
08/12/2008 - 22/12/2008
| £1,377 |
15/12/2008 - 29/12/2008
| £1,517 |
22/12/2008 - 05/01/2009
| £1,717 |
29/12/2008 - 12/01/2009
| £1,797 |
05/01/2009 - 19/01/2009
| £1,427 |
12/01/2009 - 26/01/2009
| £1,427 |
19/01/2009 - 02/02/2009
| £1,427 |
26/01/2009 - 09/02/2009
| £1,427 |
02/02/2009 - 16/02/2009
| £1,477 |
09/02/2009 - 23/02/2009
| £1,507 |
16/02/2009 - 02/03/2009
| £1,597 |
23/02/2009 - 09/03/2009
| £1,537 |
02/03/2009 - 16/03/2009
| £1,507 |
09/03/2009 - 23/03/2009
| £1,507 |
16/03/2009 - 30/03/2009
| £1,477 |
23/03/2009 - 06/04/2009
| £1,477 |
30/03/2009 - 13/04/2009
| £1,477 |
06/04/2009 - 20/04/2009
| £1,647 |
13/04/2009 - 27/04/2009
| £1,657 |
20/04/2009 - 04/05/2009
| £1,457 |
| Notes |
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Prices are per person, based on two adults sharing.
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| Supplements |
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Manchester Flight: £35
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Upgrdate to middle deck: £30
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Upgrade to upper deck: £50
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Upgrade to Junior suite: £130
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: upgrade to suite: £170
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Full board at Hotel: £199
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Upgrade to superior room at hotel: £49
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Prices for single travellers:
| Dates |
Prices based on hotel InterContinental Pyramids |
| Adult |
03/11/2008 - 17/11/2008
| £2,029 |
10/11/2008 - 24/11/2008
| £2,029 |
17/11/2008 - 01/12/2008
| £2,029 |
24/11/2008 - 08/12/2008
| £1,964 |
01/12/2008 - 15/12/2008
| £1,964 |
08/12/2008 - 22/12/2008
| £1,965 |
15/12/2008 - 29/12/2008
| £2,174 |
22/12/2008 - 05/01/2009
| £2,541 |
29/12/2008 - 12/01/2009
| £2,576 |
05/01/2009 - 19/01/2009
| £2,029 |
12/01/2009 - 26/01/2009
| £2,029 |
19/01/2009 - 02/02/2009
| £2,029 |
26/01/2009 - 09/02/2009
| £2,029 |
02/02/2009 - 16/02/2009
| £2,092 |
09/02/2009 - 23/02/2009
| £2,142 |
16/02/2009 - 02/03/2009
| £2,172 |
23/02/2009 - 09/03/2009
| £2,181 |
02/03/2009 - 16/03/2009
| £2,133 |
09/03/2009 - 23/03/2009
| £2,133 |
16/03/2009 - 30/03/2009
| £2,094 |
23/03/2009 - 06/04/2009
| £2,094 |
30/03/2009 - 13/04/2009
| £2,094 |
06/04/2009 - 20/04/2009
| £2,315 |
13/04/2009 - 27/04/2009
| £2,352 |
20/04/2009 - 04/05/2009
| £2,068 |
| Notes |
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Prices are per person.
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| Supplements |
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Manchester Flight: £35
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Upgrade to Middle deck: £39
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Upgrade to upper deck: £65
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03/11/2008 - 27/04/2009: Full board at hotel: £199
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What's Included?
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Return economy class flights between Gatwick and Manchester
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Seven night cruise in a twin berth cabin on the lowe deck
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Seven night stay at your chosen hotel in Cairo
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10 excursions while cruising on the Nile
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Coach transfers between overseas airport to M.S Da Vinci and return flights from Luxor and Cairo
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All port and airport taxes
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Full Board on Cruise, Half Board at chosen hotel in Cairo
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Fuel surcharge
What's NOT Included?
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holiday insurance
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Egypt visa charge
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UK £15 per person for gratuities
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Items of a personal nature, such as soft drinks, additional gratutities ec
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Optional shore excursions
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