Treasures of Egypt Cruise
08 Days Group
guide prices from
£209
per person
Cruise on board the MS Magic for four nights to explore the mesmerizing sights of ancient Egypt then spend time in Aswan and Cairo. This tour combines the amazing cultural sights of Luxor and life on the Nile with a visit to bustling Cairo and the Pyramids of Giza.
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Tour highlights
- Cruise (4 night stay) Luxor to Aswan, Ancient temple of Horus, sightseeing along the Nile, Cairo, the Pyramids & Sphinx
- Optional tour to Abu Simbel.
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Pyramids at Giza, Egypt -
Temple of Hatshepsut, Luxor, Egypt -
Hieroglyphics and statues in one of Giza's smaller pyramids -
Luxor -
Luxor -
Abu Simbel near Aswan, Egypt -
Karnak Temple -
Aswan -
Edfu Temple, Near Aswan -
Sphinx and pyramid at Giza -
Tutankhamun's Death Mask
Optional Excursions
For the benefit of our many repeat guests, Treasures of Egypt excludes excursions in order to maximize free time. The following can be pre-booked:
Cruise Excursion Package from £116 per person:
West Bank - Valley of the Kings. Colossi of Memnon and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (day 2)
Edfu, the Temple of Horus (day 3)
Kom Ombo and the Temple of Sobek (day 3)
Aswan - High Dam, Botanical Gardens, Philae Temple and motorboat or felucca trip on the Nile (day 4)
East Bank - Luxor and Karnak Temples (day 7)
Abu Simbel by Air Excursion from £130 per person.
Some excursions involve climbing steps and hills and may not be suitable for those with walking difficulties. Please ask for details.
Full Itinerary
Print itinerary
Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D), Room Only - no meals (RO)
Day 1 - Heathrow to Luxor
Join your MS Magic cruise ship. After check in, spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight accommodation - Onboard MS Magic (D)
Day 2 - Luxor to Esna
Take an optional excursion to the West Bank including the Valley of the Kings and East Bank including the Karnak temple, before proceeding to Esna.
Overnight accommodation - Onboard MS Magic (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Esna to Edfu to Kom Ombo to Aswan
Sail to Edfu and visit the temple of Horus, before sailing on to Kom Ombo and then proceeding to Aswan to overnight.
Overnight accommodation - Onboard MS Magic (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Aswan
Enjoy optional excursions around Aswan including the Aswan High Dam and a motorboat or felucca trip on the Nile. Overnight in Aswan on board the MS Magic.
Overnight accommodation - Onboard MS Magic (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Aswan
After an opportunity to fly to Abu Simbel in the early morning, transfer to the Basma Hotel.
Overnight accommodation - Basma Hotel (B,L)
Day 6 - Aswan to Cairo
After a morning EgyptAir flight to Cairo, transfer to your choice of hotel in Cairo. (B)
Day 7 - Cairo
Spend today at leisure, exploring Cairo and visiting the nearby Pyramids and Sphinx. (B)
Day 8 - Cairo to Heathrow
Spend the day at leisure before flying home or the onward journey to your next destination. (B)
What's Included
- Accommodation on board the MS Magic and in Aswan & Cairo
- Meals included as detailed: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D)
- Services of an English-speaking Egyptologist while sightseeing (if booked)
- All entrance fees at archaeological sites as appropriate (if booked)
- Airport transfers
What's Not Included
- International flights from the UK
- Departure taxes
- Optional excursions
- Tips for the guide or driver
Please Note
Local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour content. There may be instances where the ship will make night-time passages.
Esna Lock closure: During the closure of the Esna Lock, cruise boats will be moored at Esna, incurring slightly longer journeys to/from Luxor for sightseeing. Please ask for further details.
Holiday prices are in £'s per person based on twin occupancy.
Regional Departures available. Please contact our Travel Centre Team for details.
Prices may increase or decrease, you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.
Itinerary shown is for 2012 departures. Please contact reservations for more information.
