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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
- 9-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
Embark on your luxurious Egypt tour package from Luxor at 5:00 PM, followed by an international buffet dinner (or light dinner for late arrivals) at 7:30 PM. Enjoy relaxing music at the bar and overnight on the Nile cruise, offering a unique Egypt river cruise experience.
Start your day with breakfast onboard at 6:00 AM, then transfer to Luxor's West Bank to explore the iconic Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Hatshepsut at 7:00 AM. Return to the cruise for an international buffet lunch at 12:30 PM. In the afternoon, visit Karnak and Luxor Temples on the East Bank at 2:00 PM. Attend the manager's cocktail party at 7:30 PM, followed by dinner onboard at 8:00 PM. End the day with a mesmerizing belly dance show at 9:00 PM and overnight in Luxor.
Start your day with breakfast onboard as you sail to Qena at 7:00 AM. Participate in a fire drill at 11:30 AM, followed by an international buffet lunch at 1:00 PM. At 2:00 PM, visit the impressive Dendera Temple, then return to the cruise in Qena and sail to Naga Hammadi at 4:00 PM. Enjoy afternoon tea at 5:00 PM, followed by a BBQ dinner onboard at 7:30 PM. Listen to music as you pass the Naga Hammadi bridges, then relax for an overnight stay on the Nile cruise.
Start your day with a sail to El Balyana via Abu Homer’s Bridge and Lock at 5:00 AM, followed by breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM. At 10:00 AM, visit the ancient Abydos Temple, a key site in Egypt tourism. Continue sailing to Sohag, arriving at 12:30 PM, and enjoy an international buffet lunch at 1:00 PM. Afterward, indulge in afternoon tea at 4:30 PM and experience a unique Egyptian wine tasting at 7:00 PM. Savor an oriental buffet dinner onboard at 7:30 PM, then attend the vibrant Oriental Galabeya Party at 9:00 PM. Overnight stay in Sohag aboard your Nile cruise
Start your day by sailing from sohag to Tel El-Amarna, the home of the Amarnian experience via Asyout’s lock at 3:50 am, then take your breakfast at 8:00 am then pass the lock and sail to Tel El Amarna, then take your lunch(international buffet) on board at 13:00 pm. Stop in front of prince tawdrous monastery to view the monastery from the boat (guide will provide some explanation on the importance of the monastery) then take tea at 17:00 pm, then take cookery lesson on board at 19:00pm, Take your dinner(BBQ) on board at 19:30 pm and overnight in Tel El-Amarna.
Start your day with breakfast at 5:30 AM before visiting the Northern Tombs of Tel El-Amarna, including the royal tomb of Akhenaton, the Northern Palace, and the small temples of Aten. At 6:45 AM, explore Ashmunein and Tuna El-Gabal. While sailing to El Minya, enjoy an international buffet lunch at 2:30 PM, followed by afternoon tea at 5:00 PM. Savor dinner at 7:00 PM, then watch a folkloric show onboard at 9:00 PM. End your day with an overnight stay in El Minya.
Start your day with breakfast at 6:00 AM, followed by a visit to the Beni Hassan tombs, including the tombs of Baqet III (BH15), Khety (BH17), Amenemhet (BH2), and Khnumhotep II (BH3) (a one-hour drive from Minya dock and approximately a 2-hour visit). Afterward, sail to Beni Suif, arriving at 11:30 AM, and enjoy a seafood buffet lunch onboard at 12:30 PM. Relax with afternoon tea at 5:00 PM, then savor a BBQ dinner at 7:30 PM. Join the quiz night at 9:00 PM before an overnight stay in Beni Suif.
Start your day by sailing to Cairo at 6:00 AM, followed by breakfast onboard at 7:00 AM. Enjoy an international buffet lunch at 1:00 PM. At 2:00 PM, embark on a Coptic Cairo tour, visiting the Hanging Church, Coptic Museum, and the Jewish Synagogue. Savor an international buffet dinner at 7:30 PM, then enjoy a Takht Show featuring oriental music at 9:00 PM. Overnight stay in Cairo.
Start your day with breakfast onboard at 6:00 AM, then visit the iconic Giza Pyramids and Sphinx at 7:00 AM. Return to the boat for an international buffet lunch at 12:30 PM. At 1:30 PM, explore the Egyptian Museum at Tahrir Square, followed by dinner onboard (set menu) at 7:30 PM. Enjoy some music at the bar and overnight in Cairo.
Enjoy breakfast at 7:00 AM, followed by an international buffet lunch at 1:00 PM. After lunch, check out from the cruise.
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