Mayfair Nile Cruise

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Overview

Embark on a sophisticated voyage along the Nile aboard the Mayfair Nile Cruise, where modern luxury meets the timeless beauty of ancient Egypt. This elegant vessel features five beautifully designed decks, spacious cabins with French balconies, and inviting public areas including a sun deck ideal for relaxation. Guests can indulge in fine dining, unwind in the spa, or simply enjoy the serene views of the river. With attentive service and expert-guided excursions to Egypt’s most iconic landmarks, every moment on the Mayfair Nile Cruise promises an unforgettable blend of comfort, culture, and discovery.

Included

Meet and assist upon arrival and departure at the airport or railway station
Accommodation on board the Mayfair Nile Cruise on a full-board basis
Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
All sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
Bottled water provided during excursions
All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All applicable service charges and taxes

Excluded

Optional excursions not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Tipping

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Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Southern Marvels

Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be greeted by a representative and transferred in a private air-conditioned vehicle to board the Mayfair Nile Cruise. Check-in is available before noon. After settling into your cabin, enjoy lunch on board before beginning your exploration of Aswan. Visit the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering achievement that tamed the Nile’s floods, then take a motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple dedicated to the goddess Isis. Conclude the day at the Unfinished Obelisk, an immense monument left incomplete in the granite quarries, offering insight into ancient craftsmanship. Return to the cruise for dinner and a peaceful evening moored in Aswan.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Aswan
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Day 2: Kom Ombo and Edfu – Temples of Dual Gods

Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Disembark to explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder, protector of the skies. Admire the symmetrical design and ancient carvings before visiting the nearby Crocodile Museum. Continue sailing to Edfu while enjoying lunch on board. Upon arrival, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, showcasing magnificent reliefs and towering pylons. Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy an evening of traditional Egyptian entertainment celebrating Nubian culture.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard the cruise
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Day 3: Luxor’s West Bank – Valley of the Kings

After breakfast, the cruise arrives in Luxor. Begin your day exploring the West Bank, home to the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were laid to rest in elaborately decorated tombs. Visit three tombs, with the option to enter Tutankhamun’s tomb for an additional fee. Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, a stunning monument carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, and then see the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues of Amenhotep III. Return to the cruise for lunch and enjoy a relaxing afternoon before dinner and an overnight stay in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Luxor
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Day 4: East Bank of Luxor – Farewell

After breakfast and check-out, visit the grand Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built, dedicated to the Theban gods. Walk through its vast Hypostyle Hall and sacred lake before continuing to Luxor Temple, a masterpiece of ancient architecture adorned with colossal statues and intricate carvings. After the tour, you will be transferred to the airport, train station, or your chosen destination, marking the end of your memorable Nile journey.

Meals: Breakfast

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