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

7 nights from £3,614pp departing Thursday 18th Mar 2027

Dive into the heart of history during an unforgettable stay in Cairo! Discover the majestic Pyramids of Giza, admire the mysterious Sphinx, and explore the fascinating treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum. 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, pyra...

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					Arrive	Depart
	20th20	MarMar	202727	Cairo, Egypt, embark on the RV Star of Luxor
Full-day excursion included: We will begin with a visit to the Hanging Church, dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Next, visit Saint Sergius Church and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, one of the oldest in Egypt.Lunch in the city, followed by transfer to the airport.Flight from Cairo to Luxor. Transfer and embarkation, dinner and overnight on board.
	21st21	MarMar	202727	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.Well spend the afternoon cruising.
	21st21	MarMar	202727	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.
	22nd22	MarMar	202727	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.Well spend the afternoon cruising to Kom Ombo.Join us for a presentation on ancient Egypt.Excursion included: The Temple of Kom Ombo.
	22nd22	MarMar	202727	Kom Ombo, Egypt
	23rd23	MarMar	202727	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.
	24th24	MarMar	202727	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.
	24th24	MarMar	202727	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.
	25th25	MarMar	202727	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. Well spend the morning cruising. Join us for a presentation on modern Egypt.Excursion included: The Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut and Tomb KV11.
	25th25	MarMar	202727	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.
	26th26	MarMar	202727	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.
	27th27	MarMar	202727	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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	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		£3,614pp
CAT1	Category 1 - 2 beds	£3,614pp
1GL_PP	Main Deck 1 Double Bed	£3,804pp
2PL_PP	Main Deck 2 beds	£3,804pp
1GL_PS	Upper Deck 1 Double Bed	£4,089pp
2PL_PS	Upper Deck 2 beds	£4,089pp

Suite staterooms from		£4,042pp
SUI_PPFA14	Suite	£4,042pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sat 11th Apr 202611 Apr 26	Please call for availability
Wed 15th Apr 202615 Apr 26	3,290	3,718
Wed 23rd Sep 202623 Sep 26	3,509	3,747
Wed 30th Sep 202630 Sep 26	3,395
Wed 7th Oct 202607 Oct 26	3,395
Wed 14th Oct 202614 Oct 26	3,528
Wed 28th Oct 202628 Oct 26	3,395	3,823
Wed 4th Nov 202604 Nov 26	3,395	3,823
Wed 11th Nov 202611 Nov 26	3,395
Wed 18th Nov 202618 Nov 26	3,395
Wed 25th Nov 202625 Nov 26	3,395	3,823
Wed 2nd Dec 202602 Dec 26	3,395	3,823
Thu 4th Feb 202704 Feb 27	3,681
Thu 11th Feb 202711 Feb 27	3,681	4,108
Thu 18th Feb 202718 Feb 27	3,681	4,108
Thu 25th Feb 202725 Feb 27	3,804
Thu 4th Mar 202704 Mar 27	3,614	4,042
Thu 11th Mar 202711 Mar 27	3,614	4,042
Thu 25th Mar 202725 Mar 27	3,614	4,042
Thu 1st Apr 202701 Apr 27	3,833	4,260
Thu 8th Apr 202708 Apr 27	3,833	4,260
Thu 15th Apr 202715 Apr 27	3,833	4,260
Thu 22nd Apr 202722 Apr 27	3,681	4,108
Sat 1st May 202701 May 27	Please call for availability
Thu 23rd Sep 202723 Sep 27	3,681	4,108
Thu 7th Oct 202707 Oct 27	3,681	4,108
Thu 14th Oct 202714 Oct 27	3,833	4,260
Thu 21st Oct 202721 Oct 27	3,833	4,260
Sat 30th Oct 202730 Oct 27	Please call for availability
Thu 4th Nov 202704 Nov 27	3,681	4,108
Thu 18th Nov 202718 Nov 27	3,681	4,108
Thu 25th Nov 202725 Nov 27	3,681	4,108
Thu 2nd Dec 202702 Dec 27	3,681	4,108