The Mövenpick MS Darakum gracefully glides along the storied waters of the Nile, standing as a grand vessel among its peers on the route from (Cairo-Luxor-Aswan). Infused with the captivating essence of Moroccan design, it promises an unparalleled voyage through millennia of history, weaving together 7,000 years of captivating narratives. Beyond its distinctive aesthetics, guests are treated to many leisurely pursuits, from lounging by the inviting swimming pool to basking in the sun on the expansive deck, complete with its own recreational enclave. Themed gatherings and a well-appointed gym offer further avenues for relaxation and rejuvenation, ensuring an unforgettable vacation aboard this majestic vessel.
Embarkation on the cruise in Cairo.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Cairo | Meals: Dinner.
Visit the Pyramids, Sphinx, and Visit to the Egyptian Museum
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Cairo | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visit Memphis & Sakkara and Visit Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church, Coptic museum, and Jewish Synagogue.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Cairo | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Full-day sailing to Beni Suef.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Beni Suef | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sail to Minya.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Minya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visit Tuna El Gebel & Ashmunein. Visit Beni Hassan tombs to visit Tomb of Baqet III (BH15) Tomb of Khety (BH17), Tomb of Amenemhet (BH2), Tomb of Khnumhotep II (BH3) (one-hour drive from Minya dock & Approx. 2-hour visit).
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Minya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sail to Tel El Amarna, the home of the 'Amarnian experience. Visit northern tombs of Tel El Amarna, the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten, The northern Palace, The Small temples of Aten.
Lunch on board &sailing to Assyut.Stop in front of Prince Tawdrous Monastery to view the monastery from the boat ( Guide will provide some explanation on the importance of the monastery)
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Assyut | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sail to Sohag.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Sohag | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sail to El Balyana. Visit Abydos temple, the holy city of Osiris God of the Dead and the new kingdom temple of Seti I
Back to the boat and sail to Naga Hammadi via Naga Hammadi lock & Bridges.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Naga Hammadi | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sail to Qena. Visit Dandarah temple, which is a 20-minute drive. Return to the boat and sail to Luxor.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Luxor | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visit West Bank (Valley of Kings + Hatshepsut Temple)
Belly dancer show after Dinner.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Luxor | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visit East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples).
Disembarkation after Lunch for Cairo / Luxor clients.
Sail to Edfu via Esna lock
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Edfu | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visit Edfu temple. Sail to Kom Ombo & Visit Kom Ombo Temple
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Aswan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Visit High Dam & Philae temple. Visit Nubian Museum.
Overnight: Aboard The Nile Cruise in Aswan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Disembarkation.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
A child traveling with two accompanying adults will pay the following:
0 years to 1.99 years of age: Free of charge.
2 years to 4.99 years of age: 50% of the total rate.
5 years to 11.99 years of age: 75% of the total rate ·
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.
Notes: Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 Child sharing a parent's room). If 2 children, they will stay in another room connected or next to the parents' room.
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Absolutely mind blowing. A definite must see. We flew from Aswan after I contact them, as I did not want to sit in car for hours with my 10-year-old daughter. Just so much history and ancient love. You cannot miss this one thing if you are in Cairo. The rocks are just HUGE, so special.
I recently traveled with my wife, daughter, son in law and two grandsons (ages 4 and 2). We had a private tour experience. From the moment we landed at the airport on our arrival to the day we left we were treated with the utmost care and attention
Our trip to was wonderful. The accommodations and travel was seamlessly arranged by customer service rep, Mona, and we visited so many of the famous Egyptian antiquities. I would not have done the trip without the very knowledgeable guides, Ashraf and Mamdouh
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