What to expect
Egypt has a fascinating history, geography and culture and a cruise on the mighty Nile is the most relaxing style of travel to discover 5,000 years of Egypt’s wonders and timeless beauty. Our Cleo Cruise is a classic journey through the timeline of ancient Egypt, and its magnificent monuments. Explore the wonders of bustling Cairo, visit the Sphinx and the awe inspiring Pyramids of Giza followed by a luxury cruise along the Nile River onboard a stylish luxury cruise ship to discover many treasures, ancient temples and tombs.
Your Journey Begins
Arrive in Cairo, Egypt where you will be met airside with a warm welcome and transferred by private vehicle to your luxury hotel.
Overnight – Four Seasons Nile Plaza Cairo at Nile Plaza
After breakfast meet your Egyptologist for guided sightseeing of Giza and visit the iconic Pyramids, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Continue to the Grand Egyptian Museum to marvel at the collection of ancient treasures and Egyptian antiquities.
Overnight – Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Meet your Egyptologist guide for private sightseeing of old Cairo taking in the Citadel of Saladin and its iconic Mohamed Ali Mosque.
Overnight – Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza
Begin your day with a private transfer to Cairo Airport for your domestic flight to Aswan, the southernmost city in Egypt. You will be met on arrival with a private transfer to your luxury all suite cruise ship docked at its private jetty. Lunch on board before setting off on an afternoon of guided sightseeing of the High Dam and Philae Temple.
Overnight – The Oberoi Zahra
Spend the day onboard your luxury all suite cruiser or up early for the morning optional Abu Simbel visit.
Overnight – The Oberoi Zahra
Start the day with a sail to Kom Ombu Temple, returning to your luxury cruiser for breakfast. Afternoon visit Kitchener’s Island to view the Botanical Gardens.
Overnight – The Oberoi Zahra
Sail to Edfu with afternoon guided visit to the Temple of Edfu.
Overnight – The Oberoi Zahra
Sail to Luxor. After lunch disembark for guided sightseeing of Karnak Temple and Luxor Museum.
Overnight – The Oberoi Zahra
Set off on guided sightseeing to visit the West Bank and view the Valley of Kings, Temple of Habu and Colossus of Memnon. Sail to Qena to visit the Temple of Dendera.
Overnight – The Oberoi Zahra
Enjoy guided sightseeing to the West Bank to view the Valley of Nobles, Deir el-Medina and the Temple of Hatshepsut.
Overnight – The Oberoi Zahra
Disembark after breakfast and transfer by private vehicle to Luxor Airport for your domestic flight to Cairo where you are met on arrival and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel near the airport.
Overnight – Hilton Heliopolis
Transfer by private vehicle to Cairo International Airport for your onward travel arrangements.
Our Africa Experts will custom design an Egypt journey to suit your desires and budget. Generally, Nile cruise journeys commence in Aswan or Luxor to end in Luxor or Aswan. On an eight day sailing the pace is leisurely however many cruisers offer the shorter four day cruise and sailings can be combined for a longer Egypt Journey. Linger longer and add a beach stay at one of our luxury Red Sea resorts and experience some of the world’s finest diving.
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Wildlife Safari established the Perth, Australia office in 1987 offering a portfolio of destinations within Africa, the Indian Ocean and India.
