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Classic Nile Cruise

Holiday Highlights

  • Valley of the Kings
  • Temples of Karnak and Luxor
  • Explore Aswan and the High Dam
  • Felucca trip on the River Nile
  • Extended stays available

Holiday Summary

8 days from only £699

Departures
Departs Mondays
Accommodation
7 nights
Board
Board: Full Board

Per person. Based on two passengers

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What is Included?

  • 7 nights full board cruise
  • Return flights & resort transfers
  • Excursions as per itinerary

A cruise along the Nile is a truly unforgettable experience. There is no better way to trace the passage of Egypt's history than a gentle meandering cruise. We take you to some of the most spectacular sites in the world. Come and discover the ancient wonders of Egypt on this awe-inspiring river cruise.

Optional Excursions

Tomb of Tutankhamun
 
Temple of Abu Simbel
 
Sound & Light show at Karnak
 
Hot air balloon ride over the West Bank
 

Your Ship

Viking Princess
Viking Princess

The Viking Princess is a 5 star, 4 deck cruise ship, recently renovated and offering comfortable accommodation to give you a wonderful Nile Cruise experience. The emphasis on board is very much on creating an intimate and friendly ambience with spacious interiors and classical furnishings.

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Holiday Details

Monday: UK to Luxor
Fly to Luxor then transfer to the Viking Princess.
Tuesday: Luxor - West Bank - Edfu
Early morning start crossing to the West Bank to visit The Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, the Valley of the Queens and Colossi of Memnon. Buffet lunch on board as we sail for Esna, passing through the Esna lock. Informal cocktail party after dinner, then dock overnight in Edfu.
Wednesday: Edfu to Aswan
Visit the Temple of Edfu then roam the local market to prepare for tonight’s Galabeya Party. On board, enjoy lunch, a dip in the plunge pool, a book or just the views as we sail to Aswan. Galabeya party this evening with dressing up in traditional Egyptian costumes. We dock in Aswan late for a two-night stay.
Thursday: Aswan
Morning visit to the High Dam, Old Granite Quarries, Unfinished Obelisk, then the Temple of Philae. Later sail around Kitchener’s Island and its Botanical Gardens by felucca.
Friday: Abu Simbel to Kom Ombo
Spend today at leisure or on optional excursions. Most popular is the Temple of Abu Simbel, by coach or air. Later you could visit a Nubian Village via camel or boat. Then we sail to Kom Ombo with a visit to a Ptolemic Temple. Evening entertainment on board.
Saturday: Kom Ombo to Luxor
The day is at leisure, arriving in Luxor late. After dinner, enjoy a traditional belly dancing show.
Sunday: Luxor
Take an optional Hot Air Balloon trip for a bird’s eye view of the magnificent wonders of the West Bank and countryside. Afterwards, visit the Temple of Karnak, the papyrus museum and traditional perfume shops of Luxor. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Luxor then search the markets for souvenirs. Optional excursion to the Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple for the final evening.
Monday: Luxor to UK
The morning is at leisure or take the optional Hot Air Balloon flight. In the afternoon, disembark and transfer to the airport.

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