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TRAVEL & TOURISM

LUXOR – CAIRO

Movenpick Darakum Nile Cruise Itinerary

Duration: 10 days

Starting From: $3,145

The Movenpick Darakum Nile Cruise is a unique 10-day journey between Luxor and Cairo, combining relaxation along the Nile with the exploration of Egypt’s most important ancient treasures. The itinerary includes visits to the Valley of the Kings and Queens, the Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor Temples, as well as rare sites such as Dendera, Abydos, Tell el-Amarna, and Beni Hasan. The program also features tours of Coptic Cairo, along with visits to the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum. Throughout the cruise, guests enjoy luxurious accommodation on board, varied meals, and delightful entertainment shows. It is an experience that blends history, culture, and comfort in an unforgettable Nile atmosphere.

Starting Price: $3,145

Day 1

Welcome to Luxor

Route: Luxor

Check-In Luxor. Dinner on board. Overnight in Luxor.

Welcome Meet your Travel Director at 7pm Movenpick Darakum Nile Cruise Luxor.

Day 2

Full Day of Luxor Wonders

Route: Luxor

Breakfast on Board. Visit West Bank -Valley of the Kings&Queens,Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (El Deir El Bahari). Lunch on board. Visit East bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples). Dinner on board. Belly dancer show & Overnight in Luxor.

Meals on board Sightseeing tours in Luxor overnight stay

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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West Bank Tour Visiting the West Bank includes the Valley of the Kings and Queens and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari with an explanation from a specialist guide.
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East Bank Temples A tour to the East Bank to visit the Karnak and Luxor temples, among the most important landmarks of Pharaonic civilization.

Day 3

Journey to Qena & Dendara Temple Visit

Route: Luxor->Qena->Naga Hammadi

Breakfast on board. Sailing to Qena. Lunch on board. Visit Dendara Temple. Back to Ship in Qena & sail to Naga Hammadi. Tea time. Dinner on board. Overnight in Naga Hammadi.

Meals on Board Cruising & Transfers Sightseeing at Dendara Temple

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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Cruise to Qena Sailing along the Nile River towards the city of Qena, and enjoying the breathtaking scenery.
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Visit Dendara Temple A tour of the famous Dendera Temple, one of the most important and well-preserved ancient temples in Egypt.
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Sail to Naga Hammadi Returning to the ship in Qena, then sailing to Nag Hammadi

Day 4

Abydos Heritage and Scenic Sailing to Sohag

Route: Naga Hammadi->El Balyana->Sohag

Sail to El Balyana via Abu Homar’s bridge & lock. Breakfast on board. Visit Abydos Temple. Sail to Sohag. Lunch on board. Dinner on board. Overnight Sohag.

Meals on Board Nile Sailing & Transfers Sightseeing at Abydos Temple

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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Sail to El Balyana Embark on a Nile cruise via the Abu Hammad Bridge and Barrages, and enjoy the stunning scenery along the Nile.
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Visit Abydos Temple Explore the historic Temple of Abydos, one of the oldest and most important religious sites in ancient Egypt.

Day 5

From Sohag to Tel El Amarna: History & Serenity

Route: Sohag->Assiut Sluice->Tel El Amarna

Sail from Sohag to Tel El Amarna, the home of the Amarnian experience via Asyout’s lock. Breakfast on board. Pass the lock and sail to Tel El Amarna Lunch on board. Stop in front of Prince Tawdrous Monastery to view the monastery from the boat (guide will of course provide some explanation on the importance of the monastery) Dinner on board. Overnight Tel El Amarna

Meals on Board Nile Sailing & Locks Passage Sightseeing & Cultural Stop

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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Sail from Sohag to Tel El Amarna Begin your journey by sailing through the Assiut Barrages towards Tell el-Amarna, home of the Amarna dynasty experiment.
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Monastery Viewing Stop in front of the Monastery of Prince Tadros to view the monastery from the ship, with the tour guide explaining its importance.

Day 6

Discover Tel El Amarna & Ancient Sites

Route: Tel El Amarna->Minya

Breakfast on board. Visit northern tombs of Tel El Amarna, the Royal Tomb of Akhenaten, The northern Palace, The Small temples of Aten. Visit Ashmunein & Tuna El Gabal. Lunch on board during sail to Minya. Dinner on board. Overnight in Minya.

Meals on Board Historical & Archaeological Tours Nile Sailing & Transfer

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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Northern Tombs of Tel El Amarna Visit the Northern Royal Necropolis, which includes the tomb of King Akhenaten and his family, to explore the secrets of the Amarna dynasty.
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The Northern Palace A tour inside the northern palace, which was the seat of the Amarna dynasty, and learn about its unique architecture.
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The Small Temples of Aten Visit the small temples dedicated to the worship of the god Aten, which reflect the religious changes of the Amarna period.
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Ashmunein (Hermopolis) Explore the ancient city of Ashmunein, a center of knowledge and worship in Pharaonic Egypt.
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Tuna El Gabal Visit the archaeological site of Tuna el-Gebel, known for its tombs and temples dating back to later periods.

Day 7

Heritage Journey: Beni Hassan and Beni Suif Stop

Route: Minya->Beni Suif

Breakfast on board. Visit Beni Hassan tombs to visit Tomb of Baqet III (BH15) Tomb of Khety (BH17), Tomb of Amenemhet (BH2), Tomb of Khnumhotep II (BH3), (one-hour drive from Minya dock & Approx. 2-hour visit). Back to the boat and sail to Beni Suif. Lunch on board. Dinner on board. Arrive & Overnight Beni Suif.

Meals on Board Historical Site Visit Nile Sailing & Transfers

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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Visit Beni Hassan Tombs A tour of the famous Beni Hasan necropolis, including the tombs of Baqat III, Khety, Amenemhat and Khnumhotep II, with a short drive from the port of Minya.
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Return to Boat & Sail to Beni Suif Returning to the ship and continuing the voyage towards Beni Suef, to enjoy the stunning scenery of the Nile.

Day 8

Sailing to Cairo & Coptic Cairo Exploration

Route: Beni Suif->Cairo

Sail to Cairo. Breakfast on board. Lunch on board. Coptic Cairo tour including the Hanging Church, Coptic Museum & Jewish Synagogue. Dinner on board. Overnight in Cairo.

Meals on Board Nile Sailing & Transfer Coptic Cairo Cultural Tour

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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The Hanging Church Visit the Hanging Church, one of the oldest Coptic churches in Egypt, known for its unique location above Babylon.
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Coptic Museum Explore the Coptic Museum, which displays a rich collection of art and artifacts that tell the story of Christianity in Egypt.
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Jewish Synagogue A tour of the ancient Jewish synagogue, a symbol of history and religious coexistence in the heart of Old Cairo.

Day 9

Explore Giza’s Wonders and Cairo Museum

Route: Giza

Breakfast on board. Visit Giza Pyramids and Sphinx. Lunch on board. Visit to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. Dinner on board. Overnight in Cairo.

Meals on Board Visit Iconic Landmarks Cultural Exploration

🎯 Activities & Experiences

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Visit Giza Pyramids The famous Pyramids of Giza, an ancient wonder of the world that has captivated eyes throughout the ages.
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Visit the Sphinx Learn about the mysterious Sphinx, the legendary symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization.
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Egyptian Museum Visit Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, which houses the largest collection of Pharaonic antiquities in the world.

Day 10

Back Home

Route: Cairo

Breakfast on board. Lunch on board. Disembarkation.

Fly to home