Nostalgic Nile - 8 days

Day 1- Fly to Cairo

Afternoon non-stop flight by EgyptAIr to Cairo (4 hours 40 minutes). On arrival you will connect with your EgyptAir flight to Luxor (1 hour, 5 minutes) and embark on your dahabiyya for a relaxing week spent cruising on the Nile. Overnight mooring on the Nile banks of Luxor.

Day 2-

This morning your East Bank sightseeing begins with a visit to Karnak Temple. Built over 4,000 years ago, Karnak’s immense Hypostyle Hall alone contains the phenomenal sight of 134 towering columns of intricate stonework. Return to the boat for lunch. Later this afternoon explore the magnificent setting of the Luxor Temple. This sumptuous monument was built over 4000 years ago, and represents the epoch of the once mighty city of Thebes and the worship of the god Amun. Return to your dahabiyya for dinner. Overnight mooring in Luxor.

Day 3-

There is the option of rising at dawn to take a hot air balloon flight over Luxor. Please advise at the time of booking if you would like to take this excursion (please see ‘Pre Bookable Option Excursions’ below). This morning visit the West Bank and enter the atmospheric setting of the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of the once mighty pharaohs lie amongst the desert landscapes of the Nile Valley. Also pay a visit to the Valley of the Queens and the magnificent mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut, passing the imposing Colossi of Memnon en route. Later commence the journey to Esna where you will pass through the lock and overnight in Esna.

Day 4-

Today your voyage continues, with a visit to the magnificent and spectacularly preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu, constructed in the 3rd century BC and, after Karnak, the largest temple in Egypt. Overnight private mooring beside a Nile island.

Day 5-

Sail to Kom Ombo to visit the Ptolemaic temple, uniquely dedicated to two gods – the falcon god Horus and Sobek, the crocodile god. Its superb location overlooking the Nile and perfect double symmetry make this one of the most picturesque on the river. Overnight private mooring beside a Nile island.

Day 6-

A final morning of cruising will bring us to Aswan. This afternoon visit the High Dam, Old Dam and the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser when the dam was constructed. Return to the boat for lunch. Overnight at your private mooring near Aswan.

Day 7-

This morning there is an opportunity to visit the spectacular temples of Abu Simbel by air. Built by Ramses II, the setting of this magnificent structure, besides the shores of Lake Nasser, makes it one of the most impressive of Egypt’s ancient sites. Please advise at the time of booking if you would like to take this excursion (see ‘Pre Bookable Option Excursions’ below). This afternoon is at leisure. Overnight at the private mooring near Aswan.

Day 8-

Today bid farewell to the crew and disembark the boat after breakfast. Transfer to Aswan airport for your EgyptAir flight to Cairo (1 hour 5 minutes). On arrival in Cairo connect onto your international EgyptAir flight to London Heathrow. Please note that for clients with longer connections (5 hours or more) you will be transferred to the Iberotel for lunch (at own expense).

Nostalgic Nile Dahabiyya

Our dahabiyyas offer some of the most authentic sailing experiences on the Nile, the regal elegance of these charming boats recreate the leisurely spirit of an age unhurried and intimate exploration. Each boat offers guests comfortable, air-conditioned cabins with en-suite facilities and colonial period furniture, whilst a large communal lounge and shaped upper deck area provide ideal venues for relaxing contemplation.

Aswan 3 Day Extension

Extra Days:0Cost:from £ 0

Extend your time in Egypt with 3 nights in the Aswan, staying at the luxurious Movenpick Aswan in a Standard Room. This includes: Transfers and Daily Breakfast. Take the opportunity to have afternoon tea at the Old Cataract. Book by the 31st May for a Free Aswan extension on the following dates: 25th May and 14th Sept 2013

Cairo 3 Day Extension

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Extend your time in Egypt with 3 nights in the vibrant capital of Cairo, staying at the luxurious Oberoi Mena House in a pyramid view room. This includes: Transfers, Daily Breakfast, Half Day Guided Tour of Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza, Entrance to Solar Boat Museum at the Pyramids and Half Day Guided Tour of Egyptian Museum. Book by the 31st May for a Free Cairo extension on the following dates: 11th May, 25th May, 7th Sept, 14th Sept, 21st Sept, 5th Oct 2013

Luxor 3 Day Extension

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Extend your time in Egypt with 3 nights in the Luxor, staying at the luxurious Hilton Luxor in a Standard Room. This includes: Transfers and Daily Breakfast. Book by the 31st May for a Free Luxor extension on the following dates: 11th May, 7th Sept, 21st Sept, 5th Oct 2013

Red Sea 3 Day Extension

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Extend your time in Egypt with 3 nights at the Red Sea, staying at the luxurious Movenpick El Gouna in a Standard Room. This includes: Transfers, Daily Breakfast and a flight from Hurghada back to Cairo for the return flight to the UK. Book by the 31st May for a Free Red Sea extension on the following dates: 11th May, 7th Sept, 21st Sept, 5th Oct 2013

EgyptAir - Business Class

Cost: from £ 775

International Business Class offers you the chance to arrive in your destination feeling relaxed and refreshed. Relax in more comfortable and spacious seating in a separate cabin and have the use of the business class lounge at Heathrow and Cairo. The features include: • Seats that have 44” more pitch than Economy • Seat with 2” more width than those in Economy • A fully adjustable 73” flat bed with three preset positions ** • Personal 15.4” entertainment screen ** The fully adjustable flat bed is only available on flight numbers MS778 & MS777. Sometimes even this may be subject to change on the day due to unforeseeable circumstances Please kindly note that all airline product information is correct at time of writing however we do ask clients to take our advice in good faith as airlines frequently change such details and do not always send updates to us on changes to certain aspects of their products and services.