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Ancient
Nile
Honeymoon
on the Nile - Enjoying a drink before sunset on deck
The legendary Moon Goddess - Photo: Courtesy of Sonesta Nile Cruises
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Hotel stay in Luxor or Aswan
How
would you like to cruise the Nile the way the Pharaoh & Cleopatra did
?
These graceful boats will allow you to cruise the great river in a stately
Pharaonic style. Our "soft adventure" cruise visits all of Upper Egypt's
top sights, and gives you the chance to see the timeless Nile as adventurers
have seen it throughout the ages.
Add Abu Simbel flying ,
or overland , extend to the Red
Sea resorts in Sharm
El Sheikh
, add a couple on nights
in Upper Egypt ( mix & Match Luxor & Aswan )
Add a week hotel stay
in Luxor
DAY
1 - Cairo ASWAN, Camel Caravan! (LD) WEEKLY
- Year Round on Wednesday
Board your flight in Cairo , complimentary transfers from your hotel
in Cairo , and in Aswan to your cruise the Sonesta Moon Goddess . Board
cruise in Aswan or Luxor
Very early transfer from your hotel to Cairo Airport . Air fare is included
in economy with a free upgrade to business class when available. Transfers
are always on a private basis , in Aswan we'll escort you from the airport
to the cruise. Early morning arrival in Aswan: after a brief
stop to drop our luggage then only for those who are interested: a complimentary
camel caravan & ride to visit a local Nubian Village and enjoy tea
with the locals. ( Click here
for boarding the cruise in Luxor )
On
board your Nile cruiser
, check-in , and get ready for a delicious lunch. Complimentary welcome
fruit basket awaits you in your cabin. In the afternoon we enjoy a leisurely
sail by graceful felucca among the rocky islands of the Nile.
DAY
2 - ASWAN & KOM OMBO - Thursday (BLD)
First we tour( for guests staying on board the Amarco & Radamis
we include the new Nubian Museum).
Today we tour the awesome Aswan dams, and next an ancient granite
quarry complete with an unfinished obelisk. Then we go by motor launch
to the Island Temple of Philae
, dedicated to the Ancient Goddess ISIS :
The
Mystery of Isis
Two
millennia ago the Mediterranean world was enthralled by the mystery
of Isis:
"I,
Isis, am all that has been, that is or shall be; no mortal man hath
ever seen me unveiled."
Called
Aset by the ancient Egyptians, the goddess was a Madonna in the Mediterranean
tradition that stretches far, far back to the primitive Mother Goddess
from Anatolia, home to some of the oldest human communities on earth.
Isis
was the powerful and quick-witted protector of her son Horus, the Sun
God. Ancient peoples throughout the Mediterranean regarded Isis and
Horus as the perfect Madonna and Child. Another legend says she was
also the mother of the fertility god Min who, judging from the depiction
of him on temple walls, needed no help from Viagra!
Because
of her wisdom and skill at protection, she was admired as a good magician
capable of healing the sick and protecting the dead in their journey
to the Underworld. Isis is portrayed regally, as a queen seated on a
throne (which may be the meaning of her name), often holding her son
Horus as a baby. Other images show her with broad, magnificent gilded
wings able to protect the world.
Isis,
the great Mother Goddess. Come explore her mystery in timeless
Egypt when you Travel in Style! Re-embarking on our Nile cruiser, we
sail downstream to Kom Ombo to visit its twin temples. Overnight
at Edfu.
DAY
3 - EDFU & ESNA - Friday (BLD)
In Edfu, climb aboard horse-drawn carriages, and clip-clop through
the town to the Temple of Horus, Egypt's best-preserved temple.
Re-embarking, we cruise to Esna and its great temple dedicated
to Khnum, the creator-god. We re-board in time to enjoy lunch
as we sail further north for Luxor.
Evening finds us in Luxor.
DAY
4 - LUXOR - Saturday (BLD)
We tour today as well the magnificent tombs in the Valley
of the Kings ,
including that of Tutankaomn.
We tour as well the great temple of Queen Hatshepsut, we stop at the
Colossi of Memnon on the way back to our cruise.
Special
sites that are included on a complimentary basis for our guests
Special
sites that are included only for our guests :
Afterward,
we'll continue on Luxor's west bank to get a totally different perspective
on ancient Egyptian life, at the ancient workers' settlement of Deir
el-Medinah. While most of the imposing stone monuments and sites of
Egypt honor the lives and after-lives of royalty, Deir el-Medinah gives
us unique and surprising insights into the ordinary citizens who constructed
and decorated the tombs.
Here
we'll see the excavated homes shared by laborers with their domestic
animals. These quarters were surprisingly large, with three good-sized
rooms, courtyard, kitchen, and even storage cellars. While ancient Egypt
might not have been a workers' paradise, we'll see that artisans and
builders were highly regarded in their community. We are proud to be
the only operator to offer regular visits to this singular ancient settlement
in its tour and cruise programs. The
gigantic Great Temple of Amon at Karnak, and the mighty Temple
of Luxor are our goals in the afternoon, we overnight in Luxor,
DAY
5 - LUXOR - Sunday (B)
Sip tea and enjoy your lunch,
as we leave for Qena. Afternoon tea is served on deck, reach Qena in
time for dinner ,we dock at Qena for the night.
DAY
6 - DENDERAH / LUXOR Monday (BLD)
After breakfast we drive inland to tour Denderah Temple. Among the best
preserved in Egypt. This temple as a sight to hold. Indiana Jones would
have felt at home, with the massive stones & underground passages.
Denderah's
Temple of Hathor, one of the best-preserved in all of Egypt, and also
one of the most important. In the ancient beliefs, Hathor was the consort
of the god of daylight, ruler of the west, and protector or the underworld.
In the manner of wise desert wayfarers, we'll leave before dawn to take
advantage of cool temperatures. Our air-conditioned van will take us
through timeless Nile-side villages, where life revolves around the
irrigation and harvest of crops. Finally, we'll reach the temple precincts.
We'll take note of the unusually deep tombs, and pass under the celebrated
Zodiac, in a chapel dedicated to Osiris. (Denderah is the traditional
site of his rebirth.)
Sail back to Luxor as we sip our afternoon tea on deck.
Evening Welcome Cocktail & Dinner . Evening
Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple. Cabin amenity : One large bottle
of water.
DAY
7- Disembarkation - Tuesday (BL)
After breakfast, we check out.
Private
car and private driver for the transfer to the airport Fly back to Cairo
( air ticket is included ) .
In Cairo , we'll escort you back to your hotel or the International
Terminal at the Airport. End of our service. Bon Voyage ! Itinerary
is subject to change without notice. You
may add Abu Simbel optional
excursion
RATES are
in USD $ per person in USD
Rate are for the total 7 day program
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Rates per
person Sharing in
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Ultra Deluxe All Suite Nile Cruise
Moon Goddess
Business Class in Egypt
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Triple
Occupancy
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US$
2389
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Double
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US$
2495
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Single
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US$
3325
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Easter
weeks , Dec 20- Jan 1 : Please add : 30 % to any of the listed rates
Presidential
Suite
Rates are per person in USD $
| Rates
are per person in USD $ |
Presidential
Suite
Includes a Private Egyptologist
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| Triple |
US$4420 |
| Double |
US$4630 |
| Single |
US$6930 |
Easter
weeks , Dec 20- Jan 1 : Please add : 30 % to any of the listed rates
Includes
:
- All
shore excursions, entrance fees, the service of an English Speaking
guide , all as indicated.
- Domestic
air ticket between Cairo and the cruise in business class, with a
free upgrade to business class when available.
- All
meals on board the cruise : B = Breakfast,
L = Lunch, D = Dinner.
- Afternoon
tea daily onboard the Nile Cruise .
- Transfers
in Cairo Luxor and/or Aswan, as per itinerary , transfers are provided
on a PRIVATE car and private driver basis.
- Welcome
fruit basket upon check-in.
- Welcome
drink served upon arrival
- Small
bottle of water including with each and every meal while on board
the Nile Cruise
-
Large bottle of water per person per day delivered to your cabin.
- Tea
or coffee and one small bottle of water per person with each meal
Not
Included :
Presidential Suite rate Includes as well the service of
- A
PRIVATE ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE WHILE ON BOARD THE CRUISE covering
all shore excursions.
- Private
air-conditioned vehicle / private chauffeur and /or horse drawn carriage
where available
Transfer
Between Hurgada & Luxor :
Minimum 2 guests : Rate per person : $55 + $15 handling fee. . Private
air conditioned car & driver
Boarding
the cruise is from either Luxor or Aswan, depending on the availability
at the time of booking.
Dining
Room Reservations: Meet other passengers :
YOU will not require any, our dining rooms do accommodate all our guests
in one seating, one less thing to worry about while you are on the Nile.
Enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere with several different languages being
heard at dinner.
Do
we get sea sickness while sailing the Nile ?
This is river sailing, so do not expect any waves , no rough seas
! Your Nile cruises is actually a floating hotel that moves from place
to place along the Nile. Actual cruising times are short and pleasant.
What
to Pack:
Most of the year look forward to warm, even hot weather in Luxor & Aswan,
morning & evenings are cooler. For Shore excursions, we suggest comfortable
cotton & natural fabric lightweight clothing. Comfortable walking shoes
are essential.
Clothing on Board:
Lightweight comfortable & casual clothing. Swimsuits, sun hat. Dining
room dress code is casual for breakfast & lunch, but smart casual for
dinner. All ships are fully air conditioned
Add
Abu Simbel
This
7-day Nile cruise is the perfect for covering the Highlights
of Ancient Nile Package as well as Denderah temple . Weekly on Wed ,
Embarkation: Luxor or Aswan.
Click here for the 11 -Day version with Abu Simbel, Aswan &
Luxor Hotel Stays
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Add
: Dendera , Add 3 Nights
Hotel In Cairo ,
Or add : Red Sea Resort Sharm
El Sheikh or Diving . Full
listing of Nile Cruises , Rates & Itinerary for : 4
days , 5 Days ,7 Day
Cruise
Add
a Spa Package to your stay in Cairo when you stay at the Hyatt or the
Four Seasons
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