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Thursday, 17 May 2012

Shehrazad Nile River Cruise

The Shehrazad Nile River Cruise is an elegant 5 star deluxe Nile Cruise that travels between the Luxor to Aswan or vice versa. Enjoy watching the view of amazing Nile Cruise to see the wonderful sun rise as all cabins are equipped with large panoramic windows. All cabins are stylish with elegant furniture and also equipped with satellite TVs,and mini bars to keep you entertained all through the journey. Experience day tours in the famous towns and cities along the Nile River, see amazing architecture such as the Horus Temple, the twin temple of Sobek and Haeroris and the High Dam in Aswan.

 


 

Itineraries

4 Days and 3 Nights - Aswan to Luxor (Cruise starts every Fridays)


Day 1: Arrival and Start of Cruise in Aswan

When you arrive at Aswan, we will have our representative meet you either at the airport or the train station. Transfer by a modern air-conditioned car to the cruise ship for embarkation. After enjoying lunch on board the ship. Join a guided tour to see the amazing architectural Ruins in Aswan such as the High Dam, the Granite Quarries and the Temple of Philae with dinner and overnight in Aswan.

 

Day 2: Discovering the Towns of Kom Ombo and Edfu

Enjoy a breakfast as only the amazing chefs of the Shehrazad Nile River Cruise could offer. Then join the tourist guide on an adventure of seeing sights along the towns of Kom Ombo and Edfu. Kom Ombo is home to the Temple shared by two gods Sobek and Haeroris and Edfu is the site of the Horus temple, dedicated to the elder god Horus. Afternoon tea, dinner and overnight accommodation aboard the Shehrazad Nile River Cruise while in Esna.

 

Day 3: Day Tour of the East Bank of Luxor

This day will be spent sailing to the east bank of Nile River in the City of Luxor. This side boasts of many amazing landmarks including the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. Return to the Shehrazad Nile River Cruise to enjoy some afternoon refreshments and relaxation before dinner.

 

Day 4: End of Tour

Disembark after breakfast and enjoy a visit to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor. The west bank is the location of the Valley of the Kings and Queens, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir EL Bahari and the Colossi Memnon with free time at leisure in Luxor for great shopping opportunity and then you will be transferred to Luxor airport or station for departure.

5 Days and 4 Nights - Luxor to Aswan (Cruise Starts Every Monday)

Day 1: Arrival in Luxor and Start of Tour

On your arrival at the airport or train station we will have one of our representative welcome and usher you to your ride towards the Shehrazad Nile River Cruise via an air-conditioned vehicle. After embarkation and lunch, join your tour guide to visit the sites of Luxor’s eastern bank where you will see the Luxor and Karnak Temples. Return aboard the ship to have afternoon tea, dinner and an overnight stay.

 

Day 2: Landmarks of West Nile in Luxor

The west bank of the Nile River in Luxor is the location of many ancient relics that you should not miss. Enjoy breakfast the go on a discovery of the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir EL Bahari and the Colossi Memnon. Return to the Shehrazad Nile Cruise for lunch and afternoon tea while sailing to Edfu via Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight stay on board the Nile cruise vessel at Edfu.

 

Day 3: Day Tours of Edfu and Kom Ombo

Enjoy a delicious breakfast on board the Nile cruise vessel as only our best chefs could prepare, then join a visit to the Horus Temple located in the city of Edfu. Furthermore the day tour will not end without visiting the neighboring city of Kom Ombo which the home of the unique double temple of Sobek and Haroeris. The night will be spent on board the vessel as well as afternoon tea and dinner.

 

Day 4: Day Tour of Aswan City

Aswan stands on the east bank of the Nile and is a busy market and tourist destination. Aswan is the ancient city of Swenet, which in antiquity was the frontier town of Ancient Egypt to the south. Aswan nowadays, is famous for a number of landmarks such as the High Dam in Aswan, the Unfinished Obelisk and the Philae temple with a visit to the Botanical garden by felucca overnight in Aswan on board the Nile cruise ship.

 

Day 5: Aswan Tour and End of Cruise

Disembark after breakfast enjoy some personal free time for leisure in Aswan and then transfer to the Aswan airport /train station for final departure.

 


 

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 Shehrazad Nile River Cruise Ship Adventure Tour will not cover any extras and personal expenses.