US$10500

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12 Nights on Darakum Nile Cruise

A captivating voyage that unravels the mysteries and splendors of ancient Egypt

Tour Details

THE ROUTE

Aswan to Cairo

JOURNEY TIME

13 Days / 12 Nights

GROUP TYPE

Private

TOUR CLASS

5 Stars

THE PACE

Leisurely

EXPERIENCE COST

from: USD$10500 pp

Door-to-Door Pick up

We pick up all our guests from their hotel or airport terminal.

A Grand Voyage of Ancient Marvels

Embarking on a journey for 12 nights on the Darakum Nile Cruise Ship is a captivating voyage that unravels the mysteries and splendors of ancient Egypt. This extraordinary journey takes travelers on an immersive exploration of historical landmarks, sacred sites, and breathtaking landscapes along the legendary Nile River. Join us as we embark on this unforgettable adventure, where every moment is filled with wonder and discovery. Embark on a Journey for 12 Nights on Darakum Nile Cruise from Aswan to Cairo

Tour Itinerary

12 Nights on the Darakum Nile Cruise itinerary

1st day: Embarkation on the cruise in Aswan and Overnight.

Dinner on board
Music in the bar.
Overnight in Aswan.

2nd day: Aswan Tours:

06:00 Breakfast on board
07:00 Visit to High Dam and Philae Temple.
13:00 Lunch on board (International Buffet)
14:00 Visit to Nubian Museum.
19:00 Managers Cocktail Party
19:30 Dinner on board (International Buffet)
21:00 Nubian Show.
Overnight in Aswan.

3rd day: Sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples:

07:00 Breakfast on board
12:30 Lunch on board (International Buffet)
13:30 Sail to Kom Ombo.
15:30 Fire drill
16:00 Tea time
16:30 Visit Kom Ombo Temple.
18:30 Sail to Edfu.
19:30 Dinner (B.B.Q.)
Music in the bar
Overnight in Edfu.

4th day: Edfu Temple Tour and Sail to Luxor:

05:45 Breakfast on board
06:45 Visit Edfu Temple.
09:30 Sail to Luxor via Esna Lock.
12:30 Lunch on board (International Buffet)
Embarkation for Luxor / Cairo clients.
16:30 Tea time
19:30 Dinner on board (international Buffet)
Music in the bar.
Overnight in Luxor.
Long Cruise from Aswan to Cairo

5th day: Luxor Tours:

06:00 Breakfast on board
07:00 Visit the West Bank (Valley of Kings + Hatshepsut Temple).
12:30 Lunch on board (International Buffet)
14:00 Visit East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples).
19:30 Dinner on Board (international buffet)
21:00 Belly Dancer.
Overnight in Luxor.

6th day: Sail to Qena:

07:00 Breakfast on board during sail to Qena.
13:00 Lunch on board (International Buffet)
14:00 Visit Dendara Temple
16:00 Back to Ship in Qena and sail to Naga Hammadi
17:00 Tea time
19:30 Dinner on board (B.B.Q)
Music in the bar
Passing the bridges in Naga Hammadi
Overnight in Naga Hammadi

7th day: Tour Abydos Temple:

05:00 Sail to El Balyana via Abu Homer’s bridge & lock
07:00 Breakfast on board
10:00 Visit Abydos Temple
12:30 Sail to Sohag
13:00 Lunch on board (International Buffet)
16:30 Tea time
19:00 Egyptian Wine Tasting
19:30 Dinner on board. (Eastern buffet)
21:00 Galabeya Party
Overnight Sohag.

8th day: Sail to El Minya

03:50 Sail from Sohag to Tel El Amarna, the home of the ‘Amarnian experience via Asyout’s lock
08:00 Breakfast on board
Pass Asyout’s lock & sail to Tel El Amarna
13:00 Lunch on board (International Buffet)
14:30: Stop in front of Prince Tawdrous Monastery to view the monastery from the boat (the guide will of course provide some explanation on the importance of the monastery)
17:00 Tea Time
19:00 Cookery Lesson on board
19:30 Dinner on board ( B.B.Q .)
Overnight Tel El Amarna

9th day: Tel El Amarna Tours:

05:30 Breakfast on board
06:45: Visit the northern tombs of Tel El Amarna, the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten, The northern Palace, The Small temples of Aten.
Visit Tuna El Gebel & Ashmunein
14:30 Lunch on board (International Buffet) during sail to Minya
17:00 Tea time
19:00 Dinner on board (Italian Buffet)
21:00 Folkloric show on board
Overnight in Minya.

10th day: Beni Hassan Tours:

06:00 Breakfast on board
07:00: Visit Beni Hassan tombs to visit the Tomb of Baqet III (BH15) Tomb of Khety (BH17), Tomb of Amenemhet (BH2), Tomb of Khnumhotep II (BH3) (one-hour drive from Minya dock & Approx. 2-hour visit).
11:30 Back to the boat and sail to Beni Suif.
12:30 Lunch on board (Sea Food Buffet)
17:00 Tea time
19:30 Dinner on board (B.B.Q)
21:00 Quiz Night
Arrive and overnight Beni Suif.

Day 11: Sail to Cairo:

06:00 Sail to Cairo
07:00 Breakfast on board
13:00 Lunch on board (international Buffet)
14:00 Coptic Cairo tour including the Hanging Church, Coptic Museum & Jewish Synagogue
19:30 Dinner on board (International Buffet)
21:00 Takht (Eastern Music).
Overnight Cairo

12th day: Pyramids and Museum Tour:

06:00 Breakfast on board
07:00 Visit the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx.
Noon Lunch on board (International Buffet)
13:30 Visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
19:30 Dinner on board (Set menu)
Music in the bar.
Overnight in Cairo.

Last day: Disembark:

07:00 Breakfast on board
13:00 Lunch on board (international Buffet)
Disembarkation.

** Slight changes might occur due to circumstances beyond our control**

Tour Inclusions

12 Nights on the Darakum tour include

12 full-board nights of lodging on board the Nile cruises.
Upon arrival and departure, greet and help customers
Assistance from our staff throughout your visit and any excursions
Every transport is made in a contemporary, luxurious car with air conditioning.
Every Nile Cruise tour listed in the schedule is private
Entrance fees to all attractions in and between Luxor and Aswan
English-speaking tour guide for your cruise excursions (maximum group size is 8)
Complementary One bottle of water for each person, per day
All transfers are made using A/C cars with trained drivers.
All taxes and service fees

Tour Exclusions

12 nights on the Darakum tour exclude:

Additional meals and drinks.
Every personal outlay, including laundry, etc.
Tipping the driver, tour guide, etc.
Any optional tours could be required.

Tour Highlights

Aswan Highlights:

High Dam and Philae Temple.
Nubian Museum.
Nubian Show.
Kom Ombo Temple.
Edfu Temple.

Luxor Highlights:

West Bank (Valley of Kings + Hatshepsut Temple).
East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples).
Dendara Temple
Abydos Temple
Prince Tawdrous Monastery to view the monastery from the boat.

EL Minya Highlights

the northern tombs of Tel El Amarna, the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten, The northern Palace, The Small temples of Aten.
Visit Tuna El Gebel & Ashmunein
Beni Hassan tombs: the Tomb of Baqet III (BH15) Tomb of Khety (BH17), Tomb of Amenemhet (BH2), Tomb of Khnumhotep II (BH3)

Cairo Highlights

Coptic Cairo including the Hanging Church, Coptic Museum & Jewish Synagogue
Giza Pyramids and Sphinx.
Egyptian Museum in Cairo

Prices

Price is Quoted per person in USD

Solo Traveler: $10500
2 to 3 people: $10500
4 to 6 people: $10500
7 to 15 people: $10500

Feel free to share your comments with us so we can make your tour tailored to your liking by adding or removing tours from the itinerary to suit your preference and requirements.

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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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