- $150 onboard credit per person
CRUISE TOUR OF EGYPT AND THE NILE
A Group Cruise Tour hosted by Clarkson Travel
ABOARD THE NEW AMALILIA
November 18 - 29, 2024
Why You Will Love It:
- Stand in front of the world’s oldest standing structures, the famed pyramids of Giza
- Come face to face with some of Egypt’s greatest rulers in the Mummy Room of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
- Witness the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings where many kings were buried, most known of which are Tut-Ankh-Amon and King Ramssess VI
- Sail along the Nile in the brand new AmaDhalia as you visit ancient Luxor and Aswain and many equally as significan temple sites in between
- Enjoy an optional visit to Abu Simbel, considered to be the masterposece of Ancient Egypt
- Have a private tour of the tomb of Queen Nefertari
- Enjoy a private lunch at the Abdeen Presidential Palace
Imagine
Allow yourself to be treated to a connoisseur’s discovery of this ancient civilization as only AmaWaterways can provide – with an unparalleled 11-night Nile River cruise and land experience that includes exquisite cuisine, authentic experiences and the extraordinary service for which AmaWaterways is renowned. Sail aboard the luxurious, newly designed AmaDahlia and explore ancient wonders, such as the beguiling Temple of Luxor and the mystifying Valley of the Kings and Queens. Plus, come face-to-face with the last survivor of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Great Sphinx and the three Pyramids of Giza. This unforgettable itinerary includes exclusive experiences, such as a private tour of the tomb of Queen Nefertari and a private lunch at the Abdeen Presidential Palace. Uncover the many mysteries and secrets that have shaped Egypt’s past and continue to influence the future of this remarkable land.
“Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all of one’s lifetime.”
Mark Twain
Itinerary at a glance
CAIRO TO CAIRO
Day 1
Meet and greet at airport - hotel check-in
Day 2
Egyptian Museum and King Tut's treasures
Lunch at the famous Naguib Mahfouz Restaurant in Khan El Khalili Bazaar
Citadel of Salah Ed-Din and Alabaster Mosque
DAY 3
Ancient Memphis sites, including the Zoser Pyramids, Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and the Solar Boat Museum, including lunch at the historic Mena House Hotel overlooking the Great Pyramid
Day 4
Luxor EMBARKATION
Luxor Temple
DAY 5
The Valley of the Kings and Queens, The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, the Colossi Memnon and exclusive access to the Temple of Queen Nefertari
DAY 6
Temple of Horus
DAY 7
Felucca ride to Nubian Village of Hessa
DAY 8
The Unfinished Obelisk, the High Dam and Philae Temple
Temple of Sobek and Temple of Haroeri
DAY 9
Karnak Temple
DAY 10
The Great Temple of Abydos of Seti I Qena
The Temple of Hathor in Dendera
Cruise back to Luxor
DAY 11
DISEMBARKATION
Flight to Cairo
Exclusive private tour of the Abdeen Presidential Palace with lunch at the palace
Old Cairo, The Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue
DAY 12
Return flight home
Bid farewell to Cairo and prepare for your flight hom
The experience
AMAWATERWAYS CRUISE LINE
With over twenty years of experience on the world’s rivers, AmaWaterways family-owned and operated company has remained focused on what they do best: providing their guests with innovative and unforgettable travel experiences.
Your fares include all of the following:
- Arrival airport transfer in Cairo
- 3 nights at the 5-star Four Seasons Cairo
- Welcome Reception with tapas and drinks
- Two Full day tours in Cairo to include the Museum, Giza pyramids and much more
- 7-night river cruise with fine dining, Wine, beer and soft drinks included during lunch and dinner
- Sip & Sail cocktail hour
- Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
- Nightly entertainment including a belly dance show, Galabeya Party and Darawish Show
- A variety of small group guided shore excursions
- Exclusive visits to the Tomb of Queen Nefertari and a Nubian Village
- 1 night CAIRO post-cruise with Exclusive private tour of the Abdeen Presidential Palace & special farewell lunch at the palace
- Departure airport transfer
Added amenities for Clarkson Travel clients:
- $150 onboard credit per person
MORE ON AMAWATERWAYS' VOYAGES
Options for Pre and Post Extensions for ``Secrets of Egypt and The Nile``:
Ask us about amazing pre and post cruise extensions in Jordan and Israel.
We remain amazed at how quickly Secrets of Egypt and the Nile has been selling. The ship’s capacity of 68 passengers, and Amawaterways earned reputation of delivering consistent service excellence with prudent inclusions and pricing speaks volumes!
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