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Thursday, 17 May 2012

MS Sabena Al Kahila Nile Deluxe Cruise

MS Sabena Al Kahila Nile Cruise is ultra luxury five star cruise that will let you journey through the Egyptian Nile in style. With its high class extended facilities and luxurious atmosphere, this cruise will deliver to you an unforgettable holiday with your family and friends. The decks of this cruise offers luxurious amenities including 12 Suites and 58 Double, Twin, and Single cabins all with panoramic windows overlooking the Nile River, individually controlled air conditioner, private bathroom with bathtub & hairdryer, private sitting area, in cabin safety deposit box, color TV with satellite and video channel, music channels, room service for 24 hours and a mini bar.

 


 

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MS Sabena Al Kahila Nile Cruise, Amenities

The deck also includes high end amenities that you will surely enjoy, such as a reception area & lounge bar with panoramic view, library located in the main lounge, restaurant located on the lower deck, swimming pool, bar & sun deck, boutique & Jeweler shop on the Mezzanine floor, spa center with Message room, Turkish bath & Fitness machines and lots more.

4 Days and 3 Nights from Aswan to Luxor (Fridays)

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan - Start of the Cruise

Experience Egyptian hospitality as we will have our representative greet you upon arrival in Aswan Airport or Train Station. Then you will be transferred by a private air-conditioned vehicle to the MS Sabena Al Kahila Cruise to complete embarkation before lunch. Join your tour guide for a tour to visit the High Dam, the Granite Quarries and the Temple of Philae with dinner and overnight stay onboard in Aswan.

 

Day 2: Day Tour from Kom Ombo to Edfu - Famous Nile Towns

After finishing breakfast on board, sail to the city of Kom Ombo to visit the famous Temple there. This temple is shared by two gods Sobek and Haroeris. Have lunch onboard then, sail to the city of Edfu to visit Horus temple. Have tea in the afternoon as you sail to Esna. Dinner and overnight on your Nile cruise ship.

 

Day 3: Luxor Tour - The Ancient City of Thebes

Enjoy a delicious and hefty breakfast on board as you sail to the ancient city of Thebes, now known to the world as Luxor. This is also the site known as the world’s largest open air museum. When you arrive, you will be first visiting the East Bank to see the attractions there such as the Karnak and Luxor Temples. You will be transferred back to the Nile cruise ship for afternoon tea and dinner on board with overnight aboard the MS Sabena Al Kahila Nile Cruise in Luxor

 

Day 4: End of Tour and See the Rest of Luxor

After your breakfast, you will have to complete disembarkation. After which you can visit the Western part of the Nile River in Luxor the location of The Valley of Kings & Queens this valley was the site where the treasures and Tutankhamen’s grave was discovered. Also get to visit the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir EL Bahari and the Colossi Memnon. After the tour enjoy some personal time for shopping and enjoyment. As your tour onboard the MS Sabena Al Kahila River Nile Cruise ends, as you will be transported to Luxor airport or the local train station for your departure.

5 Days and 4 Nights Luxor to Aswan (Mondays)

Day 1: Arrive Luxor – Start of Cruise

Enjoy a memorable and exciting 5 days and 4 nights tour across Upper Egypt of Nile. When you arrive at the Luxor Airport or Train Station, our representative will be there for transfer and embarkation assistance. After lunch enjoy a tour of the East Bank of the Nile River and see the Luxor and the Karnak Temples. Return onboard for lunch and afternoon relaxation before having dinner.

 

Day 2: Visit the Western Area of Luxor

Dedicate this day to further explore the city of Luxor. After enjoying breakfast, transfer to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor. This western side of the Nile is famous for attractions such as the Valley of the Kings which is a massive necropolis for the ancient pharaohs, Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir EL Bahari and the Colossi Memnon. Return to the Cruise for lunch, refreshments dinner all while enjoying the amenities of the Jaz Jubilee Nile Cruise Ship as you sail towards Edfu via the Esna Lock.

 

Day 3: The Sites in Edfu and Kom Ombo - The Amazing Temples along the Nile River

Edfu is practically halfway to Aswan, and is mostly known because of the famous temple that is on this city. Together with your tour guide, get to see the Horus temple one of the best preserved temple in Egypt. After the tour return to ship for lunch while you cruise towards Kom Ombo the site of the temple shared by Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Aswan where you will spend the night and have dinner.

 

Day 4: Aswan Sightseeing - Modern and Ancient Architecture

Get to see amazing sights in Aswan such as the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk among the granite quarries and the Majestic Philae temple. You also get to visit the Botanical Garden by Felucca ride. Overnight stay will be onboard the Nile cruise ship

 

Day 5: Aswan – End of Tour

You will disembark right after finishing breakfast. Enjoy your free time at leisure in Aswan on your own. And then transfer to Aswan airport or the local train station for your final departure.

8 Days and 7 Nights Round trip Luxor Trip (Every Mondays)

Day 1: Arrive Luxor and Start of Cruise

123egypttours.com representative will welcome you at Luxor airport or train station as you arrive in Luxor. Then you will be transported to your cruise ship via private air conditioned vehicle to complete embarkation before lunch. Then your dinner and overnight stay will be aboard your Nile cruise vessel in the city of Luxor.

 

Day 2: See the East Bank of Luxor

There are no shortages of sights to see in Luxor. This day will be dedicated to see the sights along the Nile River’s east bank. The Karnak and Luxor Temples are located at this part of Luxor. The main god of the city was Amun, who was worshiped together with his wife, the Goddess Mut, and their son Khonsu. After enjoying the sights in Luxor sail upstream to Esna where you will be spending the night.

 

Day 3: Enjoying Edfu

Dedicated to Horus, the falcon headed god, it was built during the reigns of six Ptolemies, the Horus Temple found in Edfu is not only the best preserved ancient temple in Egypt, but also the second largest after Karnak. It was believed that the temple was built on the site of the great battle between Horus and Seth. Sail to Edfu early and upon arrival at Edfu, you will be accompanied by your knowledgeable guide to visit this interesting temple. After the grand tour sail to Kom Ombo where you will be having dinner and overnight stay on board.

 

Day 4: The Amazing Aswan Sights

Aswan is the location of Egypt’s most famous High Dam, which provide most of the energy for the ever growing Egyptian cities. From there enjoy other sites such as the Unfinished Obelisk and the Philae temple. Then you can also visit the Botanical garden by Felucca. Your over night stay will be on board the Nile cruise ship in the city of Aswan.

 

Day 5: Optional Tour to Abu Simbel

Abu Simbel is the location of two temples The Great Temple of Ramses II and the Temple of Hathor/Nefertari . In the morning of this day take a chance to see the ruins of this temple in Abu Simbel. As afternoon approaches you can have optional visit to the botanical Garden by Felucca. The evening meals as well as overnight accommodation will be onboard the River Cruise.

 

Day 6: Tour of Kom Ombo

In ancient Egypt, the city was important to the caravan routes from Nubia and various gold mines. The major attraction in Kom Ombo is the Temple of Kom Ombo, located on a hill west of the village. Sail early to this town and take time to see the attractions there. The night and dinner will be spent in Esna.

 

Day 7: Luxor Tours

Enjoy some early breakfast, and then you will be transferred to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor. This is the area of the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir EL Bahari and the Colossi Memnon. Return to the cruise for lunch and some free time on board. Dinner and overnight aboard the Nile cruise vessel in Luxor.

 

Day 8: End of the River Cruise

For the culmination of your tour, disembark from your cruise right after breakfast and enjoy some free time before then you will be transferred to Luxor airport or station for departure.

Nile Cruise Inclusions/Exclusions


Inclusions

Meet and assist personalized service upon arrival & departure

Assistance of 123EgyptTours.com personnel during your stay and excursions

All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle

Accommodation on board 5 star cruise on full board basis

All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary

Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan

Egyptologist guide during your excursions

All taxes and service fees

 

Exclusions

Tipping for the staff (not obligatory)

The MS Sabena Al Kahila Nile Deluxe Cruise Ship Adventure Tour will not cover any extras and personal expenses