Cairo & cruise on the Nile: The Land of the Pharaohs (port-to-port)

10 nights from £2,746pp commencing Wednesday 20th Nov 2024

Discover the hidden treasures of the Egyptian capital. From the Cairo Citadel to the bazaar district, learn all about the intellectual and cultural capital of the Arab world and its must-see Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Then, discover ancient Egypt, the cradle of all civilizations, which has fascinated humankind forever. Since the dawn of time, explorers, diplomats, writers, and painters have used the fertile banks of the Nile as inspiration for their work. Even today, we still seek the answers to the mysteries found within the pharaohs' tombs. Over two thousand years of history are wai...

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	20th20	NovNov	202424	3 nights accommodation before your cruise, staying in El Qahira (cairo)
	23rd23	NovNov	202424	Cairo, Egypt, embark on the RV Da Vinci
Flight from Cairo to Luxor to board our ship.
	23rd23	NovNov	202424	Luxor, Egypt
Since the early steamers visited Egypt in the nineteenth century, Luxor has remained a tourist hotspot. Situated on the east side of the Nile in the centre of The Nile Valley, Luxor is an ideal location for tours and trips to surrounding places of interest.
	24th24	NovNov	202424	Luxor, Egypt
Since the early steamers visited Egypt in the nineteenth century, Luxor has remained a tourist hotspot. Situated on the east side of the Nile in the centre of The Nile Valley, Luxor is an ideal location for tours and trips to surrounding places of interest. Excursion included: The Karnak Temple Complex.We'll spend the afternoon cruising.
	24th24	NovNov	202424	Edfu, Egypt
Edfu is an Egyptian town of The Nile Valley situated halfway between Luxor and Aswan, on the west bank of the Nile. The town is popular with tourists for being home to one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the sky god of the Nile, Horus.
	25th25	NovNov	202424	Edfu, Egypt
Edfu is an Egyptian town of The Nile Valley situated halfway between Luxor and Aswan, on the west bank of the Nile. The town is popular with tourists for being home to one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, dedicated to the sky god of the Nile, Horus. Excursion included: The Temple of Horus.We'll spend the afternoon cruising to Kom Ombo.Join us for a presentation on ancient Egypt.Excursion included: The Temple of Kom Ombo.
	25th25	NovNov	202424	Kom Ombo, Egypt
	26th26	NovNov	202424	Aswan, Egypt
Aswan is Egypt’s southernmost city and remains hot and dry all year round. It is considered the most picturesque setting on the Nile and serves as a base for tourist excursions to many local sites of interest. Excursions included:- The Philae Temple Complex and photo op at the Aswan Dam- Local boat tour on the Nile, passing close to the island of Elephantine.
	27th27	NovNov	202424	Aswan, Egypt
Aswan is Egypt’s southernmost city and remains hot and dry all year round. It is considered the most picturesque setting on the Nile and serves as a base for tourist excursions to many local sites of interest. Time on your own in Aswan.Optional excursion: The amazing rock temples of Abu Simbel.(1)The ship will cruise to Esna.
	27th27	NovNov	202424	Esna, Egypt
Esna is a city of Egypt. It is located on the west bank of the Nile some 55 km south of Luxor. The city was formerly part of the modern Qena Governorate, but as of 9 December 2009, it was incorporated into the new Luxor Governorate.
	28th28	NovNov	202424	Esna, Egypt
Esna is a city of Egypt. It is located on the west bank of the Nile some 55 km south of Luxor. The city was formerly part of the modern Qena Governorate, but as of 9 December 2009, it was incorporated into the new Luxor Governorate. We'll spend the morning cruising. Join us for a presentation on modern Egypt.Excursion included: The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and Tomb KV11
	28th28	NovNov	202424	Luxor, Egypt
Since the early steamers visited Egypt in the nineteenth century, Luxor has remained a tourist hotspot. Situated on the east side of the Nile in the centre of The Nile Valley, Luxor is an ideal location for tours and trips to surrounding places of interest.
	29th29	NovNov	202424	Luxor, Egypt
Since the early steamers visited Egypt in the nineteenth century, Luxor has remained a tourist hotspot. Situated on the east side of the Nile in the centre of The Nile Valley, Luxor is an ideal location for tours and trips to surrounding places of interest. Excursion included:- The Valley of the Kings and four of its tombs, including Seti I- The Luxor TempleEnjoy a show of traditional Egyptian entertainment.
	30th30	NovNov	202424	Luxor, Egypt, disembark the RV Da Vinci
Since the early steamers visited Egypt in the nineteenth century, Luxor has remained a tourist hotspot. Situated on the east side of the Nile in the centre of The Nile Valley, Luxor is an ideal location for tours and trips to surrounding places of interest. Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 9 a.m. End of our services.

RV Da Vinci

Launch Year

1995

Refit Year

2019

Capacity

108

Cabins

Accessible

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Holiday Summary

	3 nights in a hotel before your cruise
	7 nights cruising on the Nile
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£2,746pp
CAT1	Category 1 (2 Beds)	£2,746pp
1GL_PP	Main Deck (1 Double Bed)	£2,936pp
2PL_PP	Main Deck (2 Beds)	£2,936pp
1GL_PS	Upper Deck (1 Double Bed)	£3,221pp
2PL_PS	Upper Deck (2 Beds)	£3,221pp
SP1_PS	Upper Deck 1 Double Bed - Superior	£3,364pp

Suite staterooms from		£2,984pp
SUI_PI	First Deck Double - Suite	£2,984pp
SUT_PS	Upper Deck Suite 1 Double Bed	£3,459pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Wed 6th Nov 202406 Nov 24	3,022	3,069
Wed 13th Nov 202413 Nov 24	2,936	2,984
Wed 27th Nov 202427 Nov 24	2,746	2,984