10 Nights From Cairo to Luxor

Cairo: 3 nights

Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise: 7 nights

  • The Oberoi Zahra
  • Cabin on board The Oberoi Zahra
  • Pool on board The Oberoi Zahra

The Oberoi Zahra Nile Splendour Cruise Option 1

Cairo, Aswan, Edfu, Qena, Luxor

Explore the Nile in unparalleled luxury on the Nile’s most prestigious vessel, The Oberoi Zahra. Personalised service and spacious suites, each with large windows and Nile views, make this a truly memorable experience and an excellent way to discover Egypt in comfort. Combined with the Four Seasons at the First Residence Cairo, the two provide for an exceptional five star experience.

Tour overview
•   Three nights in Cairo
•   Visit Aswan's High Dam and Philae Temple
•   Optional excursion to Abu Simbel by air
•   Sound and Light show at Philae Temple
•   See the twin temples at Kom Ombo
•   Sail to the Botanical Gardens by felucca
•   Visit the temple of Edfu
•   Discover the temple of Karnak
•   Explore Luxor's West Bank including the Valley of the Kings
•   Private visit to the Temple of Dendara and a farewell reception

Extend your stay - by 4 nights
•   Relax in the secluded bay of Sahl Hasheesh, on the Red Sea near Hurghada

Guide

Aboard the Oberoi Zahra you will be accompanied by a local English speaking tour guide/Egyptologist. Extensions are not escorted but assistance is provided in each destination by our local representative.

MEAL PLAN
• Prices include breakfast, lunch and dinner aboard The Oberoi Zahra, breakfast in Cairo and on the Hurghada extension.

GRATUITIES
• In Egypt we recommend small amounts are given regularly. For guides and boat crew we recommend tipping at the end of your cruise/tour.

TRAVEL TIPS
• We would recommend taking a sun hat and glasses and a few jumpers especially during the winter months December, January and February. A camera is a must.

NB
• Cruise itineraries are subject to change with little or no notice, due to unforeseen circumstances. Entrance fees to Egypt’s antiquities can increase with little notice. Children under 12 years are not permitted on The Oberoi Zahra.

The Oberoi Zahra is in dry dock from May29-Jul02.

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Key information

Departure Dates

2011
Sep 10, 24 Oct 08, 22 Nov 05, 19 Dec 03, 17, 31

2012
Jan 14, 28 Feb 11, 25 Mar 10, 24 Apr 07, 21 May 05, 19 Jul 07, 21 Aug 04, 18 Sep 01, 15, 29 Oct 13, 27 Nov 10, 24 Dec 08, 22.

Kuoni Info

Oberoi Zahra ***** The Oberoi Zahra has 25 luxury cabins and two luxury suites, which are tastefully appointed with elegant interiors. Fully airconditioned, the range of facilities is excellent with an outdoor swimming pool and gymnasium. There are three

Cairo, Aswan, Edfu, Qena, Luxor

DAY 1 LONDON to CAIRO
Depart Heathrow for Cairo with EgyptAir arriving late evening. On arrival transfer to the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence in a Standard room for three nights. Optional prebookable experiences are available during your stay.

DAY 4 CAIRO to ASWAN
Early morning flight with EgyptAir to Aswan and board The Oberoi Zahra. Enjoy a welcome drink and check in to your Luxury cabin or suite. After lunch, visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. The Oberoi Zahra ihas private docking, ensuring a relaxed experience whilst boarding and re-boarding the vessel. Overnight in Aswan.

DAY 5 ASWAN
Time at leisure or an optional excursion (at extra cost) by air to Abu Simbel. This archaeological site on the banks of Lake Nasser showcases The Great Temple and four colossal statues of Ramses II himself. Return to the boat and spend this afternoon at leisure. Enjoy use of The Oberoi Zahra’s facilities – take a dip in the pool or indulge in a spa treatment. After sunset, experience the Sound and Light show at Philae temple. Overnight in Aswan.

DAY 6 ASWAN
Sail north to Kom Ombo and visit the twin temples of the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Sail back to Aswan and after lunch visit the Botanical Gardens in a felucca. Tonight enjoy a cocktail reception on Mango Island. Overnight in Aswan.

DAY 7 ASWAN to EDFU
Sail to Edfu. Spend much of today at leisure, with time for a relaxing spa treatment. Evening visit to the temple of Edfu, one of the best preserved temples of the ancient world. Overnight Edfu.

DAY 8 EDFU to LUXOR
Sail to Luxor. Visit to the Karnak temple and Luxor Museum. Perhaps spend tonight stargazing at the Egyptian night sky through an on-board telescope. Overnight in Luxor.

DAY 9 LUXOR to QENA
Journey to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Madinat Habu and stop at the Colossus of Memnon. Sail to Qena and after lunch travel to Dendera for a private visit to the Temple of Dendera. Later enjoy a farewell reception at the Temple. Overnight in Qena.

DAY 10 QENA to LUXOR
Sail to Luxor and visit the Nobles Tomb and Dair El Madina, the site of a workman’s village whose craftsmen built the tombs of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings.

DAY 11 UXOR to LONDON
Transfer after breakfast to Luxor airport for your EgyptAir flight to Heathrow.

HURGHADA

Choose to extend your stay after cruise option 1 and relax in the secluded bay of Sahl Hasheesh near Hurghada.

DAY 11
• Transfer by road to the Red Sea in a private airconditioned vehicle (approx. 4 hours). Stay four or more nights at the Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh Resort. Relax amid the beautiful surroundings or take a dip in the warm waters.

DAY 15
• Fly EgyptAir via Cairo to Heathrow arriving the same day.

Weather and climate

Best time to visit

From February to April and October to November.

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