Jewels of Egypt Tour

Jewels of Egypt

1. 7nts Nile Cruise (Full Board or All inclusive) +

   7nts Red Sea Stay (Hurghada, Makadi Bay or El Gouna) (All inclusive)

   We can amend the duration on the Red Sea, please enquire. Half Board option on the Red Sea is also available.

   

2. For centuries travellers have been fascinated by the mystical allure of the Nile. A relaxing cruise in luxurious surroundings, alongside Egypts many archaeological wonders, provides the perfect combination for an unforgettable holiday.Our Classic Nile Itinerary takes you from Luxor to Aswan, visiting some of the most spectacular ancient sites in the world including the stunning Valley of the Kings, the burial place of the Pharoahs including that Tutankhamen and the breathtaking temples Karnak and Luxor.

   Combine this with the wonderous Red Sea with clear blue waters, golden beaches and Luxury Hotels to create a truly relaxing holiday.

3. EL GOUNA

   Traditional in style, with modern arabesque architecture and unique interior design, El Gouna which is situated twenty kilometres North of Hurghada offers a fine selection of hotels. All the hotels and resorts are located in idyllic settings between the majestic mountains of the desert and the clear blue waters of the Red Sea surrounded by natural and artificial lagoons designed to form the shape of a star.

   One of Egypts premier leisure destinations, visitors can mingle with the locals, explore the Old Town where both quaint and sophisticated shops, offering both International and local products, are vying for passing trade. Dining options are plentiful and varied with restaurants, cafes, bars and local inns all within easy reach. Entertainment and sports are plenty-full with an open air cinema, go-karting, museum, an aquarium and of course swimming during the day.

   For night owls there are nightclubs to dance the night away. With an eighteen-hole Championship golf course catering for golfers in this calm and relaxing oasis, El Gouna has something for everyone.

4. 

   HURGHADA

   Originally a sleepy, remote fishing village, Hurghada has become one of the liveliest and busiest resorts in the Red Sea whilst retaining the character and charm of bygone days.

   The resort boasts all the facilities of a modern Egyptian city without losing its timeless desert quality. Some of the finest underwater gardens in the world offshore beckon snorkellers and divers alike to experience the beautiful corals and spectacular marine life for which the Red Sea is renowned. Hurghada has a fine selection of quality hotels with water sports facilities that include windsurfing, sailing, deep sea fishing, swimming, colourful bazaars and a lively varied nightlife. Hurghada is a haven for water sports enthusiasts and sun seekers.

   For those who want to glimpse the wonders of the Red Sea without getting wet, you can visit the Red Sea Aquarium. As an alternative you can dive to dizzy depths in comfort, aboard the Sinbad Submarine. Another window to the underwater world of the Red Sea is offered to you on board a glass-bottom boat.

   Merging the old with the new, Hurghada has something to offer those interested in the history of the resort with excursions to Roman sites or the monasteries of St.Paul and St.Anthony.

5. ITINERARY

   Day 1: Luxor

   Depart UK. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred from Luxor airport to your cruise vessel, dinner and overnight stay in Luxor.

6. Day 2: Luxor - Esna

   After an early breakfast, visit the West Bank including the Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens, burial sites for many of the most powerful and successful pharaohs and high priests. The Temple of Hatshepsut and Medinet Habu Temple. Lunch on board as the boat sets sail to Esna dinner on board. Overnight in Esna.

7. Day 3: Esna - Kom Ombo - Aswan

   Breakfast on board and morning visit of the Temple of Khnum at Esna. The temple is dedicated to the ram-headed god Khnum, who was patron god of cataract. He is said to have fashioned mankind from Nile clay on a potter's wheel. We continue our journey south to the Temple of Edfu for a brief stop before lunch and sailing to Aswan and overnight.

8. Day 4: Aswan

   After breakfast visit the High Dam in Aswan, built in 1960-1971 to provide electricity to the villages along the Nile, the Unfinished Obelisk and the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. Lunch on board. In the afternoon is free time on board or to stroll into Aswan city centre for shopping. Dinner on board and overnight in Aswan. Optional evening sound & light show priced at approx. £25pp.

9. Day 5: Aswan

   Optional early morning visit to Abu Simbel (priced at approx. £95pp by road or £270pp by air), the impressive site built by Rameses II to show his strength and power. Abu Simbel stands on the bank of Lake Nasser. Afternoon a relaxing and enjoyable boat trip around Elephantine Island and sail to the Botanical Gardens on General Kitchener Island. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

10. Day 6: Aswan - Edfu

    Morning at leisure. Lunch on board and set sail to Kom Ombom to visit the temple. This temple, unlike many others in Egypt, was dedicated to two gods; the Southern section is dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile headed man, god of fertility, and the Northern section to the Falcon headed god Horus. There is also a fascinating crocodile museum to visit with many artefacts and mummified crocodiles. Set sail to Edfu and overnight.

11. Day 7: Luxor

    Breakfast on board and sail to Luxor. In the afternoon visit the East Bank and Luxor Temple. Originally, the temple was joined to Karnak by a long avenue of Sphinxes, many of which are still able to be seen today. Followed by a visit to the world's largest greatest open air museum known as Karnak, which covers a large area of land and includes several temples, the largest of them being the Temple of Amun. Overnight in Luxor.

12. Day 8: Luxor - Red Sea

    Breakfast followed by checkout and transfer to the hotel of your choice on the Red Sea for a 7 night stay.

    Optional excursion Balloon flight at sunrise priced at approx. £100pp

13. Days 9-14

    Relax on the wonderous Red Sea with clear blue waters, golden beaches and Luxury Hotels.

14. Day 15

    Transfer to Hurghada airport for your return flight home.

Transfer from Luxor airport to the Cruise boat takes approx. 20 minutes. The road transfer from Luxor to Hurghada takes approx. 4 hours and Luxor to El Gouna takes approx. 4.5 hours.