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

10 nights from £3,339pp commencing Wednesday 15th Oct 2025

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
	15th15	OctOct	202525	3 nights accommodation before your cruise, staying in El Qahira (cairo)
	18th18	OctOct	202525	Cairo, Egypt, embark on the RV Star of Luxor
Flight from Cairo to Luxor to board our ship.
	18th18	OctOct	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.
	19th19	OctOct	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.
	19th19	OctOct	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.
	20th20	OctOct	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.
	20th20	OctOct	202525	Kom Ombo, Egypt
	21st21	OctOct	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.
	22nd22	OctOct	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.
	22nd22	OctOct	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.
	23rd23	OctOct	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
	23rd23	OctOct	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.
	24th24	OctOct	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.
	25th25	OctOct	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. Enjoy one last buffet breakfast before disembarking at 9 a.m. End of our services.

RV Star of Luxor

Launch Year

1994

Refit Year

2023

Capacity

106

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		£3,339pp
CAT1	Category 1 - 2 beds	£3,339pp
1GL_PP	Main Deck 1 Double Bed	£3,529pp
2PL_PP	Main Deck 2 beds	£3,529pp
1GL_PS	Upper Deck 1 Double Bed	£3,814pp
2PL_PS	Upper Deck 2 beds	£3,814pp

	Oceanview
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Wed 5th Feb 202505 Feb 25	3,263
Wed 19th Feb 202519 Feb 25	3,263
Wed 26th Feb 202526 Feb 25	3,263
Wed 5th Mar 202505 Mar 25	3,263
Wed 12th Mar 202512 Mar 25	3,263
Wed 19th Mar 202519 Mar 25	3,263
Wed 26th Mar 202526 Mar 25	3,263
Wed 2nd Apr 202502 Apr 25	3,339
Wed 9th Apr 202509 Apr 25	3,466
Wed 16th Apr 202516 Apr 25	3,466
Wed 24th Sep 202524 Sep 25	3,263
Wed 1st Oct 202501 Oct 25	3,339
Wed 8th Oct 202508 Oct 25	3,339
Wed 29th Oct 202529 Oct 25	3,339
Wed 5th Nov 202505 Nov 25	3,339
Wed 12th Nov 202512 Nov 25	3,339
Wed 19th Nov 202519 Nov 25	3,339
Wed 26th Nov 202526 Nov 25	3,339
Wed 3rd Dec 202503 Dec 25	3,339