Nile Dreams Come Alive: A 10-Day Journey through Egypt with Sanctuary Sun Boat IV

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Offered as:
  • Family
  • Honeymoon
  • Comfortable & Luxury
  • Solo / Group
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Duration

10 Days

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Tour Departure

Daily

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Languages

  • English

Overview

Bask in the timeless majesty of ancient Egypt on an immersive journey through the land of the pharaohs, exploring its quintessential archaeological treasures with an expert Moonlight Tours Expedition Egyptologist, and cruise for four nights along the Nile aboard stylish ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV.’ Highlights Embark on a four-night Nile rive…
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Bask in the timeless majesty of ancient Egypt on an immersive journey through the land of the pharaohs, exploring its quintessential archaeological treasures with an expert Moonlight Tours Expedition Egyptologist, and cruise for four nights along the Nile aboard stylish ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV.’

Highlights

  • Embark on a four-night Nile river cruise, gliding in comfort through stirring desert landscapes and going ashore to discover ancient Egypt’s most awe-inspiring sites
  • Explore the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities (or the Grand Egyptian Museum, upon its opening) to view a vast trove of artifacts
  • Venture inside one of the pyramids and view the enigmatic Great Sphinx on the Giza Plateau
  • Descend into the tomb of King Tut and the colorful tomb of Seti I, father of legendary Ramses II, in the Valley of the Kings
  • Marvel at the colossal statues and towering colonnade of the sprawling Temple of Luxor, and listen as your expert Moonlight Tours Expedition Egyptologist deciphers the hieroglyphs carved upon them
  • Journey to Abu Simbel to set eyes upon the imposing twin temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari
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Itinerary (Day by Day)

  • DAY 1: ARRIVE CAIRO, EGYPT
  • Arrive in Cairo, where you are met by your Moonlight Tours Expedition representative and transferred to your historic hotel ideally situated near the last remaining Ancient Wonder of the World — the Great Pyramid of Giza.

    Marriott Mena House Hotel

    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  • DAY 2: CAIRO | ANCIENT TREASURES
  • This morning, join your expert Moonlight Tours Expedition Egyptologist for an exploration of the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities (or the Grand Egyptian Museum, upon its opening) to view its huge collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts. Tonight, gather with your fellow guests for a welcome dinner.

    Marriott Mena House Hotel

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • DAY 3: GIZA | THE PYRAMIDS & SPHINX
  • Today, roam the Giza Plateau, site of the pyramids of Mycerinus and Chephren as well as the Great Pyramid, built in the Fourth Dynasty (approximately 2690 BC). Revel in the opportunity to enter the interior of one of these legendary structures, and marvel at the massive stones used to construct them. Then, view the Great Sphinx backdropped by the pyramids, a setting that has captured the imaginations of adventurers for centuries.

    Marriott Mena House Hotel

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • DAY 4: LUXOR | TEMPLE OF LUXOR & VALLEY OF THE KINGS
  • Fly to Luxor, site of the ancient city of Thebes. Begin your full day of exploring by visiting the striking Temple of Luxor. View the three large statues of Ramses II along the front of the temple pylons, the Courtyard of Ramses II and the Colonnade of Amenhotep III, with its 50-foot-high columns. Walk in their shadows, as visitors have done since antiquity, and ponder the astonishing feats of engineering it took to create them. Then, step aboard ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV,’ an elegant river cruiser renowned for the warmth and attentiveness of its service staff. Enjoy lunch on board before disembarking to explore the west bank of the Nile River and the Necropolis of Thebes, and view the Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the architecturally stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, ancient Egypt’s first female pharaoh and regarded today as one of its most successful. Carry on to the Valley of the Kings, burial ground of the pharaohs and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For a period of 500 years beginning in the 16th century BC, tombs were built along this valley for pharaohs and nobles, including that of “the boy king,” Tutankhamun. Enter the tomb of Tutankhamun — found in 1922 by British archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter — to discover the secrets of this storied chamber. Next, descend into the beautifully decorated tomb of Seti I, the father of Ramses II, one of the best-preserved tombs in the valley.

    ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV’

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • DAY 5: CRUISING THE NILE | LUXOR TO ESNA
  • Journey once more to the east bank of the Nile, this time visiting the Temple of Karnak, where generations of pharaohs wished to record their names. Walk through the Great Hypostyle Hall, strolling among its expertly aligned columns, which soar 80 feet high. This afternoon, cruise to Esna and visit the Temple of Khnum to marvel at its superb art and hieroglyphics.

    ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV’

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • DAY 6: CRUISING THE NILE | TEMPLE OF HORUS & KOM OMBO
  • Today, view the Temple of Horus, falcon-headed god of the sky. Built in 230 BC by Ptolemy III, this amazingly well-preserved and colorful structure reveals what temple worship in ancient Egypt was like. Back on board, learn to prepare local dishes during a Chef’s Table experience: a cooking lesson with an on board chef. Later this afternoon, enjoy a refreshing Scenic Sundowner as you cruise to Kom Ombo. Disembark at Kom Ombo (hill of gold) to visit the Greco-Roman temple dedicated to Haroeris (the sun god) and Sobek (the crocodile god), whom some ancient Egyptians considered the creator of the world. View the mummified remains of several crocodiles that once basked along the ancient Nile shore, just as their descendants do today.

    ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV’

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • DAY 7: ASWAN | MAJESTIC PHILAE
  • Cruise to Aswan and proceed to the ancient granite quarries and site of the Unfinished Obelisk. Illustrating the skills of Egypt’s stonemasons, this monolith is taller than any other ancient Egyptian obelisk. Board a motorized boat to picturesque Philae Temple on the island of Agilika. A sacred complex dedicated to the goddess Isis, it reflects a fusion of three great civilizations: Egyptian, Greek and Roman. Later, Ride Like a Local around the Aswan Islands in a felucca (traditional sailboat).

    ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV’

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • DAY 8: ABU SIMBEL | TEMPLES OF RAMSES II & NEFERTARI
  • Today, bid farewell to ‘Sanctuary Sun Boat IV,’ disembarking to fly to Abu Simbel and discover the commanding twin temples of Ramses II and his wife, Queen Nefertari. The former’s façade is dominated by four 70-foot-tall statues of the pharaoh. Perhaps even more impressive, this entire site was disassembled and moved here to save it from the floodwaters caused by the construction of the Aswan High Dam. Return to Cairo for an evening at leisure.

    Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

    Breakfast

  • DAY 9: CAIRO | DESIGN YOUR DAY
  • Drive to Sakkara, site of hundreds of tombs and 14 pyramids, including the famous Step Pyramid of Djoser. After lunch, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities: Discover Coptic Cairo, visiting a church built where the Holy Family stayed, as well as St. Barbara and the Church of the Virgin Mary. Tour Islamic Cairo, including a walk in El-Moaz Street, and the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. View the Royal Mummies, and countless other artifacts, as you tour the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. This evening, gather with your fellow guests to reflect on your journey through Egypt and along the Nile at a farewell dinner.

    Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza

    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • DAY 10: DEPART CAIRO
  • After breakfast, transfer to the airport and depart.

    None / On Request

    Breakfast

Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
  1. Facilities
    • 3 restaurants
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Free WiFi
    • Airport shuttle
    • Free parking
    • Non smoking rooms
    • The Grill Room
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fitness centre
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Family rooms
  2. Facilities
    • 38 Cabins
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Massage Room
    • Sightseeing
    • Free WiFi
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Family rooms
    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Restaurant
  3. Facilities
    • 9 restaurants
    • 3 swimming pools
    • Pets allowed
    • Balcony
    • Private bathroom
    • Room service
    • Bar
    • Family rooms
    • Free WiFi
    • Free parking
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non smoking rooms
    • Fabulous breakfast
    • Beachfront
    • Private beach area

Included

  • Park fees (for non residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day by day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All taxes/vat
  • Hand-Selected Luxury Accommodations
  • 24/7 Moonlight Tours Expedition On-Call Support
  • Guaranteed Departures with Just Two Guest
  • Entrance Fees
  • English-Speaking Resident Tour Director and Local Guides

Excluded

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items (souvenirs travel insurance visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Tips and gratuities

Tour Policy

CANCELLATION

·40% Deposit payable upfront. The remaining balance is payable 45 days prior to trip departure. Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to departure, but the 40% deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applicable within 20 days of departure.

PAYMENT

A deposit of 40% is required when booking this tour. The remaining balance will be charged 45 days prior to departure. For any bookings within 30 days of departure, the full tour amount will be charged upon booking.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We advise you to take out Travel Insurance to cover for any unforeseen circumstances. Moonlight Tours Expedition recommends World Nomads' travel insurance.

Tour disclaimer

  • The exact order contents and rates of this tour is subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked we will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • We reserve the right to change the rates advertised on moonlight tours expedition company without prior notice.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour.
  • If flights cost more your quote will reflect this tour.
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