Mayflower Cruise

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Overview

Step aboard the Mayflower Nile Cruise and indulge in a journey of elegance and tranquility along the timeless Nile River. The vessel features 54 tastefully designed cabins, including 18 luxurious suites and 8 Executive cabins, each equipped with a private bathroom, bathtub, shower, satellite TV, international phone, safe, mini-fridge, coffee maker, high-speed internet, and individually controlled air-conditioning. Guests in Royal, Presidential, or Executive accommodations enjoy exclusive privileges such as a daily replenished minibar and unlimited beverages in the Bar Lounge. Select Executive and Deluxe cabins with queen beds also feature private verandas overlooking the Nile. Every deck of the Mayflower Cruise blends sophistication with comfort, offering a serene retreat while exploring Egypt’s ancient wonders.

Included

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

Excluded

Optional excursions
Personal expenses
Tipping

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Day 1: Arrival in Aswan & First Discoveries

Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be greeted by a representative who will escort you to board the Mayflower Cruise before noon. After settling in, enjoy a delicious lunch on board. In the afternoon, begin your exploration with a visit to the impressive High Dam, a modern engineering marvel. Continue by motorboat to the enchanting Philae Temple on Agilkia Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis. End the day at the ancient granite quarries to see the Unfinished Obelisk. Return to the ship for dinner and spend the evening relaxing or exploring Aswan at your own pace.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard in Aswan
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Day 2: Temples of Kom Ombo & Edfu

Enjoy breakfast as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Edfu while having lunch on the sundeck, surrounded by the serene Nile landscape. In the afternoon, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples. As evening falls, the ship sails toward Luxor via Esna. Relax with afternoon tea, followed by a cocktail reception and a lively Galabeya Party after dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard en route to Luxor
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Day 3: West Bank Splendor & Evening Revelry

After breakfast, disembark to explore Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs were laid to rest, and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the ship for lunch. In the afternoon, cross to the East Bank to visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and the illuminated Luxor Temple. Dinner is served on board, followed by an evening of entertainment featuring traditional music and dance.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard in Luxor
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Day 4: Farewell from Luxor

Enjoy your final breakfast on board before disembarking in Luxor. You will then be transferred to your next destination, marking the end of your memorable Nile journey.

Meals: Breakfast

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