Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor

After breakfast on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor, your Egyptologist leads you to the Giza Plateau to marvel at the Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure. Following a local Egyptian lunch, the tour continues to Saqqara to see the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the ancient capital of Memphis. The day concludes with a visit to the Dahshur Pyramids to view the Bent and Red Pyramids, providing a complete look at the evolution of pyramid construction before returning to the ship for dinner.

The third day of your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 11 Nights focuses on the city's rich religious and cultural history. You will visit the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square, home to the Tutankhamun collection, followed by an afternoon tour of Old Cairo. This includes the Hanging Church, the Church of St. Sergius, and the Ben Ezra Synagogue, finishing at the Mosque of Amr ibn al-Aas. You will return to the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor for dinner and a final night in the capital.

This day aboard the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor is dedicated to the relaxing experience of sailing the Nile. You will enjoy an unforgettable journey of around 12 hours as the vessel glides away from the bustle of Cairo toward Beni Suef. This is the perfect time to enjoy the ship's 5-star amenities, from the swimming pool to the gourmet lounge, while witnessing the changing landscapes of the Egyptian countryside from the sun deck. Overnight in Beni Suef.

The fifth day of your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 11 Nights is another relaxing sailing day, bringing you closer to Minya, a city full of historical monuments and landmarks. Relish the top-tier amenities and gourmet meals offered by your luxury Nile Cruise. This portion of the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor highlights the "Long Nile Cruise" charm, offering panoramic views of rural Egypt that are rarely accessible. Overnight in Minya.

On the sixth day of your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 11 Nights, you will disembark in Minya. Your Egyptologist will guide you through Tuna El Gabal, home to the catacombs of Thoth and the Tomb of Petosiris. After lunch onboard, you will visit the Beni Hassan Tombs, where vibrant Middle Kingdom inscriptions depict daily life, wrestling, and hunting. You will return to the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor takes you to Tell El Amarna, the short-lived capital of King Akhenaten. You will explore the ruins of the Great Palace and the boundary stelae that define this revolutionary period. Afterward, re-board the ship for a scenic sail toward Assiut, passing the beautiful Prince Tawadros Monastery along the banks, and enjoying full-board service as the vessel continues its southward journey. Overnight in Assiut.

This day of your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 11 Nights is dedicated to pure relaxation. As the ship navigates toward Sohag, you can participate in onboard activities, enjoy a traditional night party, or simply soak in the sun. This extended sailing period is what makes the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor so unique, offering a level of tranquility that is impossible to find on shorter routes. Overnight in Sohag.

The ninth day of the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor features a high-authority visit to the Temple of Abydos. This sacred site, dedicated to Osiris, is famous for its exceptionally vivid colors and rare reliefs. After witnessing the glory of this pilgrimage center, the ship completes its sailing toward Naga Hammadi and finally Qena, passing beneath historic bridges and offering a romantic evening of dining on the Nile. Overnight in Qena.

Your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 11 Nights brings you to the Dendera Temple, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman structures in Egypt. Dedicated to the goddess Hathor, the temple features stunning astronomical ceilings and the famous Dendera zodiac. Following this visit, you will return to the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor for lunch as the ship makes its final approach into the monumental city of Luxor for an overnight stay.

The final full day of the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor is a grand tour of Luxor. You will visit the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut on the West Bank, followed by a visit to the colossal Karnak Temple and the beautifully lit Luxor Temple on the East Bank. This comprehensive exploration covers the peak of New Kingdom power before you return to the ship for a farewell dinner and your final night onboard.

After a final 5-star breakfast on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise 12 Days Cairo Luxor, our representative will facilitate your check-out. You will be transferred via private, air-conditioned vehicle to the Luxor Airport for your flight home, concluding an unparalleled 12-day expedition with Bastet Travel that spans the very best of Egyptian history and luxury.