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Secrets of Egypt and Nile River Cruise

  • 23 December 2024
  • 7 Nights
  • From 4107 Per Person
  • Ship: AmaDahlia
Travel back in time and discover the treasures of the Valley of the Kings and Queens on this memorable Secrets of Egypt and Nile River Cruise with AmaWaterways.

You will be embarking the stunning AmaDahlia in Luxor, a newly designed inviting 72-passenger river cruise ship offering 36 staterooms, including 16 magnificent suites. AmaDahlia has a wealth of amenities to delight guests onboard, including a heated sun-deck swimming pool and bar, The Chef’s Al Fresco Restaurant and two massage rooms. You will also enjoy entertainment inspired by the region and sample exquisite local flavours.

Onboard AmaDahlia, you will marvel at the scenic views in total luxury and take in the ancient treasures of Egypt on this unforgettable Nile River cruise.

A private tour of the Tomb of Queen Nefertari, a visit to the extraordinary Valley of the Kings and Queens with its legendary mummified remains, the remarkable temples of Edfu and a masterclass in the art of papyrus making are some of the special experiences that make this trip a truly bucket list adventure.

You can also start this superb cruise trip spending three nights in Egypt’s capital Cairo before your cruise to explore this vibrant ancient city and visit the world-class Egyptian Museum and the iconic pyramids of Giza before travelling to Luxor to embark the luxurious Nile River Cruise.

Talk to the JWT Cruises travel experts for details or to book the Secrets of Egypt and Nile River Cruise with AmaWaterways.

Secrets of Egypt and Nile River Cruise

Travel back in time and discover the treasures of the Valley of the Kings and Queens on this memorable Secrets of Egypt and Nile River Cruise with AmaWaterways.

You will be embarking the stunning AmaDahlia in Luxor, a newly designed inviting 72-passenger river cruise ship offering 36 staterooms, including 16 magnificent suites. AmaDahlia has a wealth of amenities to delight guests onboard, including a heated sun-deck swimming pool and bar, The Chef’s Al Fresco Restaurant and two massage rooms. You will also enjoy entertainment inspired by the region and sample exquisite local flavours.

Onboard AmaDahlia, you will marvel at the scenic views in total luxury and take in the ancient treasures of Egypt on this unforgettable Nile River cruise.

A private tour of the Tomb of Queen Nefertari, a visit to the extraordinary Valley of the Kings and Queens with its legendary mummified remains, the remarkable temples of Edfu and a masterclass in the art of papyrus making are some of the special experiences that make this trip a truly bucket list adventure.

You can also start this superb cruise trip spending three nights in Egypt’s capital Cairo before your cruise to explore this vibrant ancient city and visit the world-class Egyptian Museum and the iconic pyramids of Giza before travelling to Luxor to embark the luxurious Nile River Cruise.

Talk to the JWT Cruises travel experts for details or to book the Secrets of Egypt and Nile River Cruise with AmaWaterways.

Itinerary

SECRETS OF EGYPT AND NILE RIVER CRUISE ITINERARY

DAY 1 – CAIRO (OPTIONAL PRE CRUISE)

Hotel check-in

DAY 2 – CAIRO (OPTIONAL PRE CRUISE)

Egyptian Museum and King Tut’s treasures
Local lunch
Alabaster Mosque
Evening Welcome Reception with tapas and drinks

DAY 3 – CAIRO (OPTIONAL PRE CRUISE)

Pyramids of Ancient Memphis

DAY 4 – CAIRO TO LUXOR – EMBARKATION DAY

Flight to Luxor and embarkation
Free Evening

DAY 5 – LUXOR

Private tour of the Tomb of Queen Nefertari
Valley of the Kings and Queens

DAY 6 – EDFU

Temple of Horus

DAY 7 – ASWAN

Free Morning OR Abu Simbel Excursion*

Felucca Ride around Elephantine Island

DAY 8 – ASWAN

Nubian Village Visit and Philae Temple
Kom Ombo
Great Temple of Kom Ombo
Traditional Galabeya Evening

DAY 9 – LUXOR

Scenic Cruising
Karnak Temple Visit
Art of Papyrus Making
Luxor Temple Visit
Luxor Market visit

DAY 10 – QENA

Temple of Hathor
Cruise back to Luxor

DAY 11 – LUXOR

DISEMBARKATION
Flight to Cairo
Exclusive Abdeen Palace Private Tour and Lunch
Coptic Quarter visit

DAY 12 – CAIRO (OPTIONAL POST CRUISE)

Return flight home

*Guests can reserve the optional tour to Abu Simbel at time of booking your Nile adventure

*Itinerary is subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule provided with your final documents.

*Ask our team for pre and post cruise extensions visiting Dubai and/or Jordan.

Cairo (Pre-Cruise – optional)

  • Arrival airport transfer
  • 3 nights at the 5-star Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence in a Superior room, including daily breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Welcome Reception and Dinner
  • Full-day Cairo tour with visits to Egyptian Museum: Home to King Tut’s treasures and a walking tour in Old Cairo
  • Visit the ancient sites of Memphis, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and Saqqara Museum and lunch at the historic Mena House Hotel

AmaDahlia Nile River Cruise

  • 7-night river cruise in elegantly appointed accommodations
  • Fine dining with a variety of choices, including The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
  • Wine, beer and soft drinks included during lunch and dinner
  • Sip & Sail cocktail hour
  • Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • A dedicated English-speaking Egyptologist accompanying you on your river cruise journey
  • Sip & Sail cocktail hour
  • Nightly entertainment including a belly dance show, Galabeya Party and Darawish Show
  • Visit to the outdoor Luxor Market and visit a Paprus shop and learn the history of this art from
  • A variety of small group guided shore excursions
  • Exclusive visits to the Tomb of Queen Nefertari and Nubian Village
  • Complementary Wi-Fi

Cairo (Post-Cruise – optional)

  • One night at the Four Seasons Cairo at the First Residence in a Superior room with breakfast
  • Visits to the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue
  • Exclusive private tour of the Abdeen Presidential Palace with farewell lunch at the palace
  • Departure airport transfer
  • All rates are per person for Cruise & Land Package, based on double occupancy in an entry level category stateroom unless stated otherwise
  • Flights not included
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