A truly magnificent 5* Nile cruise in mystical Egypt Including Christmas Or New Year on the Nile
Egypt has so often been described as the gift of the Nile and a cruise along the river is for many the experience of a lifetime. There can be no finer way to discover the riches of Egypt than to cruise along the mighty Nile, worshipped by its people since time immemorial. Cruise Hints and Tips Your Nile cruise operates on a full board basis with buffet breakfasts being the norm followed by lunch and dinner which can either be a set menu or buffet style. The only additional expenses are drinks, tips, souvenirs and optional excursions available on board. A bank is not available on board, however, during your tour, your guide will allow time for a bank stop. A tab system operates on board the boat whereby all extras will be billed to your cabin
Egypt has a mystical and timeless appeal that has been attracting travellers from far and wide for many centuries. Ancient civilisations have left their impression on the landscape, creating what today must rank as one of the most spectacular sightseeing destinations in the world.
Accommodation
MS Serenade - 7 nights - full board
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This luxurious cruise vessel, refurbished in 2002, is 72 metres in length and has 4 decks. Built to the high specifications of Germanischer-Lloyd Class, it is equipped with the most modern navigation and communication systems and the sound, air-conditioning and water purification systems on board are state-of-the-art. 58 passenger cabins, all 19 sq.m. in size.
Boat facilities
- Gift shop
- Laundry
- Concerto salon lounge
- Capriccio bar
- Allegro restaurant which can accommodate all passengers in one sitting
- State of the art sound, air-conditioning and water-purification systems.
- Swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Deck Bar
- Shaded Area
Room facilities
- Double cabin (please note most cabins are doubles, but twin cabins may be used instead at the tour operators deiscretion)
- Private bathroom with shower and WC and hairdryer
- Feature custom-made furniture
- Picture windows offering spectacular views of the Nile
- Telephone and TV
Cruise Itinerary
Monday
Day 1
- Arrival & check in
- Overnight luxor
Tuesday
Day 2
- Early sail to esna
- Cross esna lock and continue to edfu
- Visit edfu temple
- Sail to kom ombo
- Overnight at kom ombo
Wednesday
Day 3
- Early sail to aswan
- Arrive aswan and felucca ride
- Visit high dam, philae temple and granite quarries
- Overnight aswan
Thursday Day 4
- Sail to kom ombo and visit the temple
- Sail to edfu
- Overnight edfu
Friday Day 5
- Early sail to esna
- Arrive esna and cross the lock
- Arrive luxor and free leisure time
- Overnight in luxor
Saturday
Day 6
- Visit the west bank
- Leisure time
- Overnight luxor
Sunday
Day 7 - Sail to qena
- Arrive and visit dendera temple
- Sail back to luxor
- Arrive luxor
- Overnight luxor
Monday
Day 8 - In luxor
- Disembarkation after breakfast.
Flights
Flights
- Carrier - Monarch
- From - London Gatwick to Luxor
- Outbound - Various Mondays November 1 to April 18
Departs 10.15 - arrives 17.20
- Inbound - After 7 nights
Departs 18.20 - arrives 23.55
Please note: Flight times are correct at time of writing but may be subject to change at the discretion of the airline or tour operator.
Price includes: Flights, local transfers and 7 nights accommodation on a full board basis.
As the Esna Lock is scheduled to close annually between Jun 1-30 and Dec 1-15 the cruises will operate between Esna (not Luxor) and Aswan. Whilst the sightseeing programme in Luxor will be carried out in full.
For all credit card bookings a 1.5% charge will be incurred with a maximum of £ 30 per booking, for debit card bookings there is no charge
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adults sharing
* denotes weekend departures
Gatwick Airport
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