Escorted Tours 2023 - 2025

Life on-board Tastefully decorated throughout, this deluxe cruise boat offers high standards of service, accommodation and Egyptian hospitality. Each deluxe cabin has complimentary toiletries, air-conditioning, full-length opening panoramic windows and a balcony rail. Further amenities include a restaurant, a lounge bar, a large sun deck and a swimming pool. < < Cairo Luxor Aswan Nile River    Air Boat Nights 2 3 2 2 River Nile Day 1: UK to Cairo Depart the UK on your scheduled flight. On arrival in the evening, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the heart of Cairo, Egypt’s lively capital. Day 2: Cairo B/L/D On the banks of the world’s longest river, enjoy delicious cuisine and immerse yourself in ancient history on today’s tour. Journey to the mighty Giza Pyramids and then towards the nearby 73-metre statue of the Sphinx which depicts a mythical half- lion, half-human creature. After lunch, travel back to your hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Day 3: Cairo B This morning, explore the country’s history at the Egyptian Museum or Grand Egyptian Museum, where unbelievable exhibits showcase over iconic artefacts, including Egypt’s earliest hieroglyphic engravings and Tutankhamun’s gleaming golden mask. This afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. Day 4: Cairo to Nile River Cruise B/L/D After an early breakfast and transfer for your flight to Aswan, where you will embark on your Nile River Cruise. After lunch on-board, enjoy your first excursion, and witness an example of hydro engineering on the banks of the River Nile at the High Dam. Later, visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the Northern Quarries. Finally, take in the Temple of Philae, built in 690 B.C. in honour of the goddess of health and marriage. Return back to your vessel, for dinner and your first night on the Nile. Day 5: Nile River Cruise B/L/D Early this morning, an optional excursion to visit the temples of Abu Simbel is available (at a fee), before returning back to the boat for breakfast. After a leisurely morning, enjoy a unique sailing experience upon a delightful felucca, a traditional wooden sailing boat which carries you to the botanical gardens of Kitchener’s Island. This afternoon, glide along the Nile and sail into Kom Ombo for a visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo. Later, return to your ship for dinner. Day 6: Nile River Cruise B/L/D Pass through the Esna Lock and soak in incredible views as you sail towards the ancient settlement city of Edfu, disembarking for the chance to visit the Temple of Horus. Returning to your ship for breakfast, enjoy a morning at leisure as the cruise sails towards Luxor. After lunch, continue to the expansive Karnak Temple Complex to wander a section of this 200-acre site. Nearby, admire the graceful Luxor Temple, before returning to your ship. Day 7: Nile River Cruise B/L/D After breakfast, cross over to the west bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, Ancient Egypt’s royalty. From here continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a magnificent memorial temple built into the cliffs of this sacred valley. En route back to your vessel, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, massive twin statues, the gatekeepers of the valley. Day 8: Luxor to the UK B After breakfast, transfer for your return flight, via Cairo, or continue on to your chosen extension. Cairo, Pyramids and the Nile What you’ll see ⚫ Tour Cairo, with visits to the Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx ⚫ Witness the Unfinished Obelisk ⚫ Visit the Temples of Karnak, Hatshepsut and Philae ⚫ Embark on tranquil cruise along the scenic Nile River Blanketed in an extraordinary golden hue, sail the world’s longest river and delve into a captivating kingdom brimming with ancient monuments and old world charm. All departures guaranteed Cruise Tour Small Group Tour - 25 or less Extend your tour Luxor city stay, 2 nights 5 H B&B from £129 Hurghada beach stay, 4 nights, 5 H All-Inclusive from £349 Departures & from prices Sep 2023 £1,749 Oct 2024 £2,099 Oct 2023 £1,799 Nov 2024 £1,999 Nov 2023 £1,799 Dec 2024 £1,999 Dec 2023 £1,899 Jan 2025 £1,999 Jan 2024 £1,999 Feb 2025 £1,999 Feb 2024 £1,999 Mar 2025 £1,999 Mar 2024 £1,999 Apr 2025 £1,849 Apr 2024 £1,799 May 2025 £1,849 May 2024 £1,799 Jun 2025 £1,749 Jun 2024 £1,699 Jul 2025 £1,849 Jul 2024 £1,799 Aug 2025 £2,249 Aug 2024 £2,049 Sep 2025 £1,949 Sep 2024 £1,899 Oct 2025 £2,049 • Lead-in price based on 4 Jun 24 • A single supplement starts from just £539 • Tipping paid locally £40 pp per tour What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to Egypt with Egypt Air ✔ Where you’ll stay Cairo, 5 H Ramses Hilton Hotel Nile River Cruise, 5 H MS Royal Viking ✔ 17 meals Upgrade your Nile Cruise to All-Inclusive from £139 ✔ 8 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide Tour pace: Intermediate Africa 106 Hundreds of escorted tours are available on our website www.mercuryholidays.co.uk