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Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise Vacation

Price Starting From : $2200

Set sail on an extraordinary journey with the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, one of our distinguished Egypt Nile Cruise Tours. This luxurious 5-day voyage from Luxor to Aswan departs every Monday, offering the chance to explore iconic sites such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple, and Kom Ombo Temple. In Aswan, discover remarkable attractions including the Temple of Philae, the High Dam, and the Unfinished Obelisk. Plan your Egypt Tours with us and experience the enchantment of the Nile aboard the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise.

Embark on a memorable Nile Cruise in Egypt, where you'll marvel at the grandeur of the Pyramids of Giza and Luxor temples, all while enjoying luxurious accommodations and fine dining.

Inclusion
  • Accommodation for 5 days/4 nights on a 5-star Nile Cruise, with full board included.
  • Private, air-conditioned transportation provided by Cairo Top Tours.
  • A dedicated English-speaking Egyptologist guide for all sightseeing tours.
  • Entrance fees to all listed sites during the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise.
  • All Nile Cruise Tours are conducted with a private guide as detailed in the itinerary.
  • Complimentary bottle of mineral water during all our Egypt Classic Tours.
  • Optional shopping tours during Luxor and Aswan sightseeing excursions.
  • All taxes and service charges are included.
Exclusion

Any extras not mentioned in the Egypt Travel Packages itinerary.

Tipping or gratitudes are not included in the prices of your Egypt Nile River Cruises in 2023.

 

A Cairo Top Tours representative will collect you from your hotel in Luxor and transfer you to embark on your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan. After boarding, you'll enjoy your first lunch aboard the vessel before meeting your English-speaking guide in the ship's lobby.

Your Luxor East Bank Tours will begin with a visit to the Karnak Temple Complex, a grand showcase of ancient Egyptian art and history built over two millennia, reflecting the power and glory of a golden age. Continue to the Temple of Luxor, another testament to the magnificence of the New Kingdom Pharaohs.

After your excursions, you'll have time to unwind on the boat before enjoying a delightful dinner in the ship's restaurant. Experience the tranquillity of your first night on the Nile River Cruise in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with a hearty breakfast aboard the MS Darakum Nile Cruise before meeting your Egyptologist guide to embark on your Luxor West Bank Tours. Visit the impressive rock-cut tombs of the Valley of the Kings, where New Kingdom pharaohs were buried in remote locations to protect their final resting places from tomb robbers and ensure their journey to the afterlife. Explore the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir El Bahari, standing at 97 feet tall, and marvel at the Colossi of Memnon, the enormous statues of King Amenophis III.

Enjoy a delicious lunch served aboard the Nile Cruise, followed by a leisurely sail to Edfu. In the evening, savour a delightful dinner on the cruise and spend the night in Edfu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with a delicious breakfast aboard the Nile Cruise, then your expert tour guide will accompany you on one of the most fascinating Egypt Day Tours. Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, a site that remains remarkably well-preserved. After your visit, return to the cruise vessel to enjoy a delightful lunch while sailing south to Kom Ombo.

Upon arrival in Kom Ombo, explore the impressive Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek. The cruise will then continue towards Aswan. Enjoy a charming dinner aboard the cruise, followed by an entertaining local music show. Spend the night in the beautiful city of Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your day in Aswan with a delicious breakfast aboard the MS Darakum Nile Cruise, then join your guide for your Aswan Excursions. Begin with a visit to the High Dam, which not only protects Egypt from the annual Nile floods but also generates the power needed to illuminate the entire country. Next, explore the Unfinished Obelisk at the granite quarries, where the ancient Egyptians sourced granite for their colossal temples and pyramids. Finally, visit the Philae Temple, a Greco-Roman temple dedicated to the goddess Isis, which remained active even shortly after the arrival of Christianity in Egypt.

Return to the cruise boat to enjoy lunch and relax in the afternoon. In the evening, savour a delightful dinner aboard the cruise ship while being entertained by an exceptional Nubian show. Overnight in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, after enjoying your breakfast, you will disembark from your 5-day Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Our tour leaders will then transfer you to Aswan Airport or the railway station for your onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast

Price

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Double __ $2220
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With so many must-see attractions, Egypt is a lovely country. A multi-day guided tour is advised if you wish to see all the attractions, including the Temple of Ramses II and the Valley of the kings. If you follow my advice, you can be positive that you won't skip any of the most well-known attractions in this interesting nation.

Yes, meals are typically included in an Egypt Nile Cruise tour. Most ships offer buffet-style or set-menu dining for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring international and Egyptian cuisine.

The Temple of Edfu was the site of the annual "Feast of the Beautiful Meeting," a celebration reenacting the mythical union of Horus and his wife Hathor. The festival involved a procession from the nearby Temple of Hathor in Dendera.

Main attractions include the Temple of Philae, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Valley of the Kings, and Karnak Temple.

While it's always an excellent plan to consult your doctor before departing, Nile cruises generally don't pose any particular health risks.

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