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

7 nights from £1,392pp departing Saturday 1st Mar 2025

The cradle of all civilizations'ancient Egypt'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 waiting for you on a cruise that promises exciting, spectacular, and unforgettable discoveries. Majestic temples, tombs, pyramids, and lively villages dot the Nile Valley landscapes from Luxor to Aswan. Wind down from your everyday grind and step way ba...

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	1st01	MarMar	202525	Luxor, Egypt, embark on the RV Star of Luxor	18:00
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. Boarding, dinner at the restaurant.
	2nd02	MarMar	202525	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.
	2nd02	MarMar	202525	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.
	3rd03	MarMar	202525	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.
	3rd03	MarMar	202525	Kom Ombo, Egypt
	4th04	MarMar	202525	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.
	5th05	MarMar	202525	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.
	5th05	MarMar	202525	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.
	6th06	MarMar	202525	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
	6th06	MarMar	202525	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.
	7th07	MarMar	202525	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.
	8th08	MarMar	202525	Luxor, Egypt, disembark the RV Star of Luxor
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. Disembarking.

RV Star of Luxor

Launch Year

1994

Refit Year

2023

Capacity

106

Cabins

Accessible

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Holiday Summary

	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		£1,392pp
CAT1	Category 1 - 2 beds	£1,392pp
1GL_PP	Main Deck 1 Double Bed	£1,582pp
2PL_PP	Main Deck 2 beds	£1,582pp
1GL_PS	Upper Deck 1 Double Bed	£1,867pp
2PL_PS	Upper Deck 2 beds	£1,867pp

	Oceanview
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sat 8th Feb 202508 Feb 25	1,392
Sat 22nd Feb 202522 Feb 25	1,392
Sat 8th Mar 202508 Mar 25	1,392
Sat 15th Mar 202515 Mar 25	1,392
Sat 22nd Mar 202522 Mar 25	1,392
Sat 29th Mar 202529 Mar 25	1,392
Sat 5th Apr 202505 Apr 25	1,468
Sat 12th Apr 202512 Apr 25	1,595
Sat 19th Apr 202519 Apr 25	1,595
Sat 27th Sep 202527 Sep 25	1,392
Sat 4th Oct 202504 Oct 25	1,468
Sat 11th Oct 202511 Oct 25	1,468
Sat 18th Oct 202518 Oct 25	1,468
Sat 1st Nov 202501 Nov 25	1,468
Sat 8th Nov 202508 Nov 25	1,468
Sat 15th Nov 202515 Nov 25	1,468
Sat 22nd Nov 202522 Nov 25	1,468
Sat 29th Nov 202529 Nov 25	1,468
Sat 6th Dec 202506 Dec 25	1,468