Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Egypt Cruises - Egypt - Kuoni Travel Egypt, Dubai, Morocco & Arabia 2012

44 eGYp T CruiSeS h call 01306 744719 / www.kuoni.co.uk / see your travel agent 1 sssss The Oberoi Zahra Nile Splendour Nile SpleNdOu r Cru iSe Op T iON 1 TOur duraTiON: 10 NiGhTS h h Explore the Nile in unparalleled luxury on the Nile's most prestigious vessel, The Oberoi Zahra. Personalised service and spacious cabins and suites, each with large picture windows and Nile views, make this a truly memorable experience and an excellent way to discover Egypt in comfort. Combined with the Four Seasons at the First Residence Cairo, the two provide for an exceptional five star experience. temple of Edfu, one of the best preserved temples of the ancient world. Overnight Edfu. DAY 8 h Sail to Luxor. Visit to the Karnak temple and Luxor Cairo: 3 nights Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise: 7 nights Museum. Perhaps spend tonight stargazing at the Egyptian night sky through an on-board telescope. Overnight in Luxor. DAY 9 h Journey to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Madinat Habu and stop at the Colossus of Memnon. Sail to Qena and after lunch travel to Dendera for a private visit to the Temple of Dendera. Later enjoy a farewell reception at the Temple. Overnight in Qena. DAY 10 h Sail to Luxor and visit the Nobles Tomb and Dair DAY 1 h Depart Heathrow for Cairo with EgyptAir arriving late evening. On arrival transfer to the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence (p23) in a Standard room for three nights. Optional prebookable experiences are available during your stay. DAY 4 h Early morning flight with EgyptAir to Aswan and board The Oberoi Zahra. Enjoy a welcome drink and check in to your Luxury cabin or suite. After lunch, visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. The Oberoi Zahra has private docking, ensuring a relaxed experience whilst boarding and re-boarding the vessel. Overnight in Aswan. DAY 5 h Time at leisure or an optional excursion (at extra cost) by air to Abu Simbel. This archaeological site on the banks of Lake Nasser showcases The Great Temple and four colossal statues of Ramses II himself. Return to the boat and spend this afternoon at leisure. Enjoy use of The Oberoi Zahra's facilities � take a dip in the pool or indulge in a spa treatment. After sunset, experience the Sound and Light show at Philae temple. Overnight in Aswan. DAY 6 h Sail north to Kom Ombo and visit the twin temples El Madina, the site of a workman's village whose craftsmen built the tombs of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. DAY 11 h Transfer after breakfast to Luxor airport for your EgyptAir flight to Heathrow. The OberOi Zahra sssss YOu r ChOiCe OF eX T eNSiONS HURGHADA FROM �489, REF KU9940 Choose to extend your stay after cruise option 1 and relax in the secluded bay of Sahl Hasheesh near Hurghada. DAY 11 h Transfer by road to the Red Sea in a private air- The stylish and spacious Oberoi Zahra has just 25 luxury cabins and 2 luxury suites, each with en suite facilities, twin or double beds, television and large windows. Premium facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, gymnasium, Jacuzzi and gourmet dining. The only vessel on the Nile with a full service spa, it offers four treatments rooms with a range of massages and treatments. of the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Sail back to Aswan and after lunch visit the Botanical Gardens in a felucca. Tonight enjoy a cocktail reception on Mango Island. Overnight in Aswan. DAY 7 h Sail to Edfu. Spend much of today at leisure, with time for a relaxing spa treatment. Evening visit to the conditioned vehicle (approx. 4 hours). Stay four or more nights at The Oberoi Sahl Hasheesh Resort (p59). Relax amid the beautiful surroundings or take a dip in the warm waters. DAY 15 h Fly EgyptAir via Cairo to Heathrow arriving the same day.