We Love —
- With no single supplements, this cruise is ideal for solo travellers
- The Royal Viking is the best in luxury Nile Cruises - enjoy the panoramic view from your cabin's balcony
- Explore the history and culture of Egypt in unique style. Feel like a Pharaoh as you glide along the Nile on your luxury cruise and enjoy 10 exciting excursions!
Here to Help —
Booking 35 days in advance and spending over £500 per person? No need to pay in full today! Just select the 30% deposit option on our payment page (terms & conditions apply)
For any additional information on this offer or assistance in making your reservation please call one of our dedicated team on 0844 8262099 or email sales@voyageprive.com
Opening hours are Monday to Friday 08:00 to 21:00 and Saturdays & Sundays from 09:00 to 17:30.
Your Itinerary —
Day 1 Luxor: Depart the UK to Luxor. You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your chosen cruise boat (transfer time approx 30 minutes). Moored in a private dock outside Luxor, the friendly crew will welcome you aboard, ensuring you settle into your cabin. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 2 Valley of the Kings: Today cross over to the West Bank of the Nile for the first excursion, The Valley of the Kings. From here visit the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut and the Valley of the Queens. Afterwards there is a visit to the enormous statues of the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch is served back on board the boat. Set sail upstream to Esna and pass through the Lock. Overnight in Esna.
Day 3 Edfu and Kom Ombo: Early morning visit to the Temple of Horus at Edfu. The cruise continues upstream to Kom Ombo where there is a late afternoon visit to the Ptolemic Temple dedicated to the gods Haroeris and Sobek. Afterwards still sailing upstream the boat will arrive in Aswan where you will remain for two nights.
Day 4 Aswan: Today is spent exploring the delights of Aswan. Sightseeing includes a visit to the High Dam, the Old Granite Quarries, the Unfinished Obelisk and then by boat to the Temple of Philae on Agilika Island. After lunch board a Felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat for your included cruise down the Nile and around the picturesque Kitchener Island before returning for dinner.
Day 5 Abu Simbel: The morning can spent at leisure to roam Aswan some more or alternatively join the optional excursion to Abu Simbel to see the four colossal statues of Ramses II which for many will be the highlight of the cruise. This popular excursion is available by coach (approx £85) or by air (approx £215). In the afternoon an optional bird watching excursion and a visit to a Nubian house can be arranged.
Day 6 Nile River: Today we enjoy a quieter day sailing downstream along the Nile before arriving late evening in Luxor. During this pleasant journey you can choose to take a dip in the pool, catch up on some reading or simply enjoy the view. Overnight on board in Luxor.
Day 7 Luxor Temples: The tour begins this morning with a visit to the Temple of Karnak - an enormous complex of three temples dedicated to the Theban Gods. Afterwards explore the magnificent Temple of Luxor which was once connected to the Karnak Temple by an avenue of sphinxes.The afternoon is free to wander ashore and explore the bustling streets of Luxor, offering a good selection of traditional shops and classic cafes. In the evening there is an optional excursion to the exhilarating Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple (approximately £27.00 per person).
Day 8 Luxor: Transfer to the airport for your flight home
- Evening dress code: Smart casual
- Afternoon tea only served when vessel is sailing (not docked).
- Order of sailing and touring is subject to change locally. Your tour guide will advise you accordingly.
Your Ship —
The large sun deck located on the upper deck with its lovely wooden sun beds and stylish rattan furniture provides a relaxing place to sit and enjoy the spectacular views of the Nile. There is a swimming pool ideal for a refreshing dip during the day and a deck bar offering cool refreshments.
Your Cabin —
Just for you: An upgrade to a Middle Deck Balcony Cabin with Rail and View. You may choose to upgrade further to an Upper Deck Cabin at the next stage of booking.
Upper Deck - These cabins offer an even more spectacular view to the Nile
Your Board Basis —
This offer is based on a full board stay. (Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner.) You may choose to add a Drinks Package at the next stage of booking.
The main restaurant located on the lower deck offers a wonderful variety of international and local cuisine whilst the attractive lounge bar situated on the main deck is the perfect place to relax in the evening and watch the nightly entertainment.
For details of the Drinks Package click here
Your Journey —
Direct flights from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Luxor
20 October only:
Outbound: 1700 - 2330
Inbound: 0855 - 1315
27 October to 16 March:
Outbound: 1435 - 2215
Inbound: 0855 - 1315
30 March onwards:
Outbound: 1700 - 2330
Inbound: 1010 - 1450
Transfers: Shared transfers are included as per itinerary
Flight details are given as a guide only and may change. We will however notify you in advance if flights are more than 2 hours outside the time range given. Flights are non changeable and non-refundable at time of booking.