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The incredible 5-star MS Mayfair Nile Cruise combines excellent service with a pleasant Nile River experience; it sails between Luxor and Aswan and vice versa, and includes visits to the most famous attractions between both cities. It is your turn to travel across Egypt and take truly unique memories with you. We are waiting for you!
Upon your arrival in Aswan, our representative will welcome you and take you to the cruise. The first
stop is to visit the Aswan High Dam, that put an end to the Nile floods.
Then, we will visit the Unfinished Obelisk; works were abandoned due to a crack in the rock, but the
monument is still impressive and would have been the tallest obelisk in Egypt.
Finally, let's visit the beautiful Philae Temple, which was transferred to the island Agilkia and is
dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Meals: Lunch and dinner
We will sail towards Kom Ombo in the morning. You will visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to
the gods Sobek and Horus, respectively the crocodile-headed and falcon-headed gods.
Return to the ship to sail towards Edfu, where the Temple of Horus is located. This is the best-preserved
temple in Egypt.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After breakfast, we will sail towards Luxor via Esna. In Luxor, we will visit the magnificent Luxor Temple,
built in the New Empire, and the Karnak Temple, an impressive religious site that houses many temples.
At night, have fun with a Belly Dance show.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Check out takes place after breakfast.
Next, we will go to the Valley of the Kings, where dozens of pharaohs were buried in underground
tombs.
Finally, you will see the unique Temple of Hatshepsut, that stands out for its different architecture.
We will take you to the airport or train station for your final departure.
Meals: Breakfast
Upon your arrival in Luxor, our representative will welcome you and lead you on to the cruise. After
lunch, the first visit will be to the Luxor Temple, which is dedicated to the god Amun.
Then, it is the turn of the giant Temple of Karnak, built throughout 2000 years.
At night, you will be entertained with a belly dance show on board and a fun Disco Party.
Meals: Lunch and dinner
After breakfast, we will visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial place of dozens of pharaohs during the
New Kingdom period.
Next, let's visit Queen Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple; the pharaoh-queen ordered a temple of unique
style temple among all in the valley.
Before returning to the ship, we will see the statues of King Amenhotep III known as Colossi of Memnon.
The cruise will sail towards Esna and at night you will have fun at the Captain's Party followed by dinner
and Disco Party
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
We will sail towards Edfu, where you will visit the Temple of Horus, the most well-preserved temple in
Egypt.
Return to the ship, this time to sail towards Kom Ombo. Arriving there, let's visit the temple dedicated to
two gods, Sobek and Horus, therefore duplicated.
Time to sail to Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After breakfast, it is time to visit the Aswan High Dam; its construction was the solution found by the
Egyptian government to contain the Nile floods.
Next, the Unfinished Obelisk will give you an idea about what were the techniques used by ancient
Egyptians in building monuments.
Finally, let's visit the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
Enjoy a Nubian folk show on board.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Check out takes places after breakfast. Our representative will drive you to Aswan airport or train station.
Meals: Breakfast
Mosques and all other places of worship occupied a high and greatly respected place in the hearts of most Egyptians There aren’t really special clothes to be put on while visiting a mosque in Egypt; however, conservative attire would be highly recommended. In some mosques, women will be asked to cover their hair and perhaps their arms and legs. Both women and men will be asked to remove their shoes before entering a mosque.
Usually, the check-in time is at 11:00 AM after breakfast and before Lunch. As most Flights arrive much earlier, Immediate access to your cabin will be provided if available. If the option is unavailable, however, you will kindly be asked to wait until check-in time. A good way to kill time and make the most of the previous situation is to start your tours early in your trip.
Normally, Nile Cruise Check out Time is at 8:00 or 9:00 AM right after Breakfast. However, if your Flight or Train is running late, all the cruise facilities are under your beck & call, except the Cabin and the Restaurant. Moreover, you can safely keep your luggage onboard your designated Cruise and explore the city until your flight/train departure time.
The two standard meal plan variations for a Nile Cruise is All-inclusive & Full Board with the Latter being the most common. Full Board options include all meals in either a Set menu of Buffet form, served at a fixed time with the meals & food with quality and variety differing depending on the quality of the cruise itself. Items that are not included in the meal plan are beverages except for the breakfast tea, coffee, juice, afternoon tea are all complimentary & free of charge. As for the Second meal plan criteria, The all-inclusive meal plan that includes all types of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks
For The Nile Cruise Crew: Usually, there are around 50 to 70 employees onboard the cruise ship and all contribute to make your trip a wonderful journey. Considering this fact, it's advisable to Equally distribute the tip amongst the crew. Although there's a strict rule against tipping during the trip a great way to do it is to leave an envelope at the cruise reception with the total amount which they will divide equally amongst the crew members. In conclusion, tipping is an act of courtesy and not obligatory by any means.