A fascinating tour
for the seasoned visitor to Egypt, incorporating a Lake Nasser
Cruise, which offers an unrivalled journey of discovery and natural
beauty.
The
renovated Mövenpick M/S Prince Abbas is a deluxe cruiser
and offers a stylish way to explore the fascinating sights of
Lake Nasser.
43 spacious cabins, 18 Junior
suites and 4 Royal suites each offering en-suite shower room,
air-conditioning, TV, mini bar, hairdryer, safe, telephone and
panoramic window.
Located
on the sun deck is a plunge pool and whirlpool, sun loungers and
a shaded seating area. A gymnasium is also available
Itinerary:
FRIDAY
- Depart from the UK for your flight to Cairo. On arrival, you
will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel for the next
3 nights.
MONDAY - Transfer to the airport for your flight
to Luxor.
On arrival, you
will be met and transferred to the MS Movenpick Royal Lily. After lunch, visit
the Temples of Karnak and Luxor on the East Bank. Overnight in Luxor.
TUESDAY -
In the morning, visit the highlights of the West Bank, including
the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut. In the afternoon, sail via Esna Lock to Edfu.
Overnight in Edfu.
WEDNESDAY - In the morning, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, before continuing
along the Nile to Kom Ombo. In the afternoon, visit
the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo, and then continue
on to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.
THURSDAY - After breakfast, spend the day exploring the sights of Aswan,
with a visit to the High Dam and the Temple of Philae in the morning,
and a relaxing trip on a felucca past the Agha Khan Mausoleum
and Elephantine Island in the afternoon. Overnight in Aswan.
FRIDAY - Morning transfer by road, a journey of approximately 4 hours, to the Mövenpick
M/S Prince Abbas in Abu Simbel. After lunch on board visit the
Abu Simbel Temples. Evening Sound & Light show at Abu Simbel
Temples. Overnight in Abu Simbel.
SATURDAY - Morning sail to
Kasr Ibrim, allowing for an overview en route. In the afternoon visit to the site of Amada before sailing to Wadi El Seboua. Overnight
in Wadi El Seboua.
SUNDAY - Morning visit to Wadi El Seboua Temple.
Rest of the day at leisure while sailing to Aswan. Overnigh tin Aswan.
MONDAY - Morning visit to Kalabsha Temple before checking out of your cabin and being transferred to your chosen Aswan hotel for an overnight stay.
TUESDAY - Transfer to Aswan airport for your return
flight to the UK.
It may be necessary to amend the itinerary due to prevailing local
circumstances. We will endeavour to provide you with as much notice
as possible.