Monte Carlo Nile Cruise

General Info

All rates are based on private tours for two (2) or one (1) person. However, if you are a family or group traveling together, our tour consultant will provide a discounted price according to the number of people you book for.

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Monte Carlo Nile Cruise sails every Wednesday 03 nights from Aswan & every Saturday 04 nights from Luxor.

Important Note: The boat is a low-budget cruise, with an estimated rank between 3 and 4 stars, even though the boat is classified as a 5* cruise by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism

Features

Once on board the MS Monte Carlo owned by the Sakkara Travel Group, you will immediately notice the sheer luxury, by which to embark on an unforgettable journey to an ancient past where treasures abound along the banks of the river Nile.
Take your time to enjoy a massage, the use of the fitness suite or peruse the boutique, beauty and gift shop on board.

Accommodations

Offering 65 Junior Suites and 3 Presidential Suites, all but six cabins are located on the upper decks.
All Cabins have Nile views with large bay windows. Luxury amenities include individually controlled air-conditioning. Private well appointed and designed en-suite bathrooms, with full length mirror and hairdryer.
Cabins have a spacious feel and are excellently furnished., with color TV, DVD and mini bar. Rooms are cleaned twice a day, and have safety deposit boxes for peace of mind

Itinerary Details

Day 1 : WELCOME TO NILE CRUISE - ASWAN VISIT – SAIL WITH FELUCCA.

• Upon arrival at the Aswan airport or your stay, guests will be greeted by our professional Nile Cruisers team, including an expert tour guide who will take you on a tour of Aswan, showcasing the highlights of local life and the rich history of the area.
• Then the adventure begins with a motorboat ride to the stunning Isis Island, where you'll visit the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis.
• Next, you'll discover the Unfinished Obelisk, a marvel of ancient engineering.
• After coming aboard the Nile Cruise vessel, you’ll have a delicious lunch and then transfer to a traditional sailing boat (Felucca) to set sail on the Nile, taking in the beautiful scenery, and exploring the Aswan region (subject to weather conditions).
• As the day comes to a close, you'll return to the Nile Cruise ship for an on-board dinner and spend the night on the Nile Cruise ship.

Day 2 : NILE CRUISE TRIP - VISIT TO KOM OMBO TEMPLE

• We start Day 2 with a delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise ship. (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional tour of the Abu Simbel temple during this time. Note, this optional tour is an additional cost and comes with a breakfast box.)
• At noon, we set sail towards Kom Ombo, taking in the beauty of the Nile Valley and enjoy a midday lunch aboard the Nile Cruise ship.
• Upon arriving at Kom Ombo, you'll visit the ancient Kom Ombo temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris, an extraordinary historical site that gives you a glimpse into the rich culture of ancient Egypt.
• After the visit, you'll return to the Nile Cruise ship and set sail towards Edfu, where you'll take in the stunning scenery of the Nile Valley.
• Upon arrival at Edfu, you’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night aboard the Nile Cruise ship.

Day 3 : RIVER NIGHT SAILING - VISIT LUXOR TEMPLE AT NIGHT - LUXOR

• We start Day 3 with a delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise ship.
• Then we set sail towards Luxor, enjoying the Nile Valley's beauty along the waterway.
• Lunch will be aboard the Nile Cruise ship as guests experience our vessel crossing the lock at Esna to a lower level of water—providing the most stunning views of the Nile during your trip.
• Upon arrival in Luxor, you'll have free time to explore the city, the street market or souq, and the Luxor temple, an unforgettable experience that we know you will treasure forever.
• Dinner will take place aboard the Nile Cruise ship before you settle into your on-board lodgings for the night.

Day 4 : LUXOR DAY TRIP TO WEST BANK AND TUTANKHAMUN TOMB - KARNAK TEMPLES

• Day 4 starts with a delicious breakfast on board, followed by disembarkation from the Nile Cruise. (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for a Hot Air Balloon ride, an optional trip that begins early in the morning and is not included in the cost of your package.)
• After disembarkation from the Nile Cruise vessel, you will take a tour of the west bank of Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings and three royal tombs for Egypt's ancient Pharaohs of Egypt.
• Afterwards, you'll have the opportunity to visit the majestic tomb of King Tutankhamun, the Mummy of Tutankhamun, and the granite sarcophagus, an experience that very few people have had the privilege to have.
• Next, you will visit Queen Hatshepsut's funerary temple at Deir el-Bahari and the two Memnon colossi.
• After that, drive to Luxor's east bank to visit the Karnak temple complex, which includes the Ramses III temple and Hatshepsut obelisks.
• At the appropriate time, guests will be transferred to their Luxor airport to fly home or to their hotel in Luxor with fond memories of your Nile Cruise trip.
  *Please note that slight changes to the itinerary may occur due to circumstances beyond our control, particularly related to navigation and sailing on the Nile.*