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Movenpick MS Darakum

Cairo/ Luxor

11 Nights
period
Cairo/ Luxor
Place


The Mövenpick MS Darakum is a unique five-star super deluxe Nile cruise, offering an exceptional journey through Egypt's 7,000 years of history on its exclusive Aswan–Cairo–Aswan route with guaranteed sailing dates. With Moroccan-inspired design, three sundecks, elegant cabins featuring large panoramic windows, and a convertible lounge bar for meetings, it stands out as one of the most luxurious Nile cruises in Egypt. Perfect for a luxury tour to Egypt, this floating hotel even boasts a private dock in Luxor, making it an unparalleled choice for an Egypt river cruise or a Nile cruise from Cairo to Luxor.

 

Inclusions:

  • Complete transfer services including airport pickup/dropoff and all transportation via private air-conditioned vehicle
  • 11-night full-board accommodation aboard a 5-star Nile cruise 
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide for all included sightseeing
  • All entrance fees for scheduled sightseeing
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • A bottle of water daily

Special amenities:

  • Complimentary welcome drink upon arrival
  • Mini gem
  • Swimming pool (1.5m depth)
  • Daily in-cabin tea/coffee service with regular refills
  • Complimentary tea/coffee during breakfast service

Exclusions:

  • Additional sightseeing tickets beyond scheduled itinerary
  • Upper deck cabin upgrade fees
  • Tippings
  • Optional excursions
  • Personal spending

Child accommodation policy:          

  • Ages 5 to 11.99 years: 50% of adult rate when sharing parents' cabin (maximum one child per cabin)
  • Ages 12 and above: Full adult rate applies
  • Single adult traveling with one child (5 to 11.99 years): Full double cabin rate applies

 

Day 1
Check-in cruise

Embark on the cruise from Cairo, enjoy a delicious dinner (international buffet or light dinner for late arrivals), and relax with some music at the bar. Overnight in Cairo.

Day 2
pyramids\ Egyptian Museum

Start your day with breakfast onboard at 6:00 AM, then visit the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx at 7:00 AM. Return to the boat for an international buffet lunch at 11:30 AM. At 12:30 PM, explore the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square, followed by a fire drill at 3:30 PM. Enjoy afternoon tea at 4:30 PM and a delicious international buffet dinner at 7:30 PM. Experience the Takht Show with oriental music at 9:00 PM, and overnight in Cairo.

Day 3
Saqqara\ Coptic Cairo

Start your day with breakfast onboard at 6:00 AM, then visit Saqqara and Memphis at 7:00 AM. Afterward, enjoy an international buffet lunch at 11:30 AM. At 12:30 PM, explore Coptic Cairo, including the Hanging Church, Coptic Museum, and the Jewish Synagogue. Attend the manager's cocktail party at 7:00 PM, followed by a delicious dinner onboard at 7:30 PM. Relax with some music at the bar and overnight in Cairo.

Day 4
sailing to Beni Suif

Start your day with breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM, followed by a full day of sailing to Beni Suif at 8:00 AM. Enjoy an international buffet lunch at 1:00 PM and afternoon tea at 4:30 PM. Experience Egyptian wine tasting at 7:30 PM, followed by a BBQ dinner at 8:00 PM. Relax with some music at the bar and overnight in Beni Suif.

Day 5
sailing to El-Minya

Start your day by sailing to El-Minya at 5:00 AM, then enjoy breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM. At 12:30 PM, savor lunch on board (set menu or Egyptian Tablya). Relax with afternoon tea at 4:30 PM, followed by an Italian buffet dinner at 7:30 PM. Enjoy some music at the bar and overnight in El-Minya.

Day 6
Beni hassan tombs

Start your day with breakfast at 5:00 AM, followed by a visit to Ashmumein and Tuna el-Jabal at 6:00 AM. Enjoy an international light buffet lunch at 12:30 PM, then head to the Beni Hassan tombs at 1:30 PM to explore the tombs of Baqet III (BH15), Khety (BH17), Amenemhet (BH2), and Khnumhotep II (BH3). After returning to the cruise at 4:00 PM, take afternoon tea at 4:30 PM. Enjoy dinner at 7:30 PM, followed by a folkloric show onboard at 9:00 PM, and overnight in El-Minya.

Day 7
sailing & Northern tombs of Tel El-Amarna

Start your day by sailing to Tel El-Amarna, the home of the Amarnian experience, at 5:00 AM, then enjoy breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM. Visit the northern tombs of Tel El-Amarna, including the royal tomb of Akhenaton, the northern palace, and the small temples of Aten, at 10:00 AM. Continue sailing to Asyout, with a stop to view the Prince Tawdrous Monastery from the boat, while the guide provides insights about its importance. Afterward, enjoy an international buffet lunch onboard, followed by afternoon tea at 4:30 PM. Savor an oriental buffet dinner at 7:30 PM, then join the oriental galabeya party at 9:00 PM, and overnight in Asyout.

Day 8
sailing to Sohag

Start your day by sailing to Sohag at 5:00 AM (8-hour journey), then enjoy breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM. At 1:00 PM, indulge in lunch on board (set menu or Egyptian Tablya), followed by afternoon tea at 4:30 PM. Enjoy an international buffet dinner at 7:30 PM, then relax with some music at the bar and overnight in Sohag, a perfect addition to your Nile cruise experience.

Day 9
Abydos temple

Start your day by sailing to El Balyana at 3:30 AM, then enjoy breakfast at 7:00 AM. Head to Abydos Temple at 9:30 AM, the holy city of Osiris, God of the Dead, and visit the New Kingdom Temple of Seti I. Afterward, return to your cruise, sailing to Naga Hammadi via the Naga Hammadi bridges at 11:30 AM. Enjoy lunch (set menu/Moroccan) on board at 1:00 PM, followed by afternoon tea at 4:30 PM. Savor a BBQ dinner on board at 7:30 PM. Participate in a quiz night at 9:00 PM, then arrive and overnight in Naga Hammadi, a highlight of your Egypt tour package.

Day 10
Dendera temple\ Sailing to Luxor

Start your day with early sailing to Qena at 5:00 AM, followed by breakfast at 7:30 AM. Head to visit the stunning Dendera Temple (20-minute drive) at 10:00 AM. Return to the boat and sail to Luxor at 1:00 PM. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board at 1:30 PM, followed by a cookery lesson at 4:00 PM. Indulge in afternoon tea at 4:30 PM, then savor dinner on board at 7:30 PM. Experience an enchanting belly dancer show at 9:00 PM, then overnight in Luxor, a prime destination for Egypt tours.

Day 11
Luxor west\east bank

Start your day with breakfast on board at 6:00 AM, then transfer to Luxor West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings and the awe-inspiring El-Deir El-Bahari at 7:00 AM. After your exploration, return to the cruise to enjoy a delicious international buffet lunch at 12:30 PM. In the afternoon, head to Luxor East Bank at 2:00 PM to visit the magnificent Karnak and Luxor Temples. Afterward, return to the cruise for a delightful dinner on board at 7:30 PM. Unwind with some music in the bar and enjoy a peaceful overnight stay in Luxor, one of the most iconic Egyptian tour destinations. This journey showcases the best Egypt tours, highlighting luxury Egypt tours that include cultural gems like the Valley of the Kings and the monumental Karnak Temple.

Day 12
Check out\ Home back

Start your day with breakfast at 7:00 AM on board. Enjoy a delicious lunch at 1:00 PM with an international buffet selection. Afterward, check out from the cruise at 8:00 AM, marking the conclusion of your luxury Egypt tour experience.

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