Splendors of Egypt & The Nile

Itinerary

26-Dec Cairo, Egypt
27-Dec Cairo, Egypt
28-Dec Luxor, Egypt
29-Dec Dendera, Egypt
30-Dec Luxor, Egypt
31-Dec Kom Ombo, Egypt
01-Jan Aswan, Egypt
02-Jan Aswan, Egypt
03-Jan Esna, Egypt
04-Jan Luxor, Egypt
05-Jan Cairo, Egypt
06-Jan Cairo, Egypt

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Full Itinerary

DAY 1: Cairo
Upon arrival to Cairo International Airport, a Uniworld representative will be on hand to greet you and escort you to the opulent Four Seasons Hotel Cairo or iconic The Nile Ritz- Carlton hotel.

DAY 2: Cairo
The ancient quarter of Cairo is intense-the colours, the sounds, the density of people and it's likely been this way for thousands of years. Your local expert will show you a 12th-century citadel, the beautiful Alabaster Mosque and an unsurpassed collection of priceless artefacts, including mind-boggling treasures once buried with the boy king Tutankhamen. (B)
Featured Excursions: Citadel of Salah al-Din, Alabaster Mosque and the Grand Egyptian Museum.

INTRODUCING THE GRAND EGYPTIAN MUSEUM: INCLUDED ON ALL 2026 DEPARTURES
Set beside the iconic Pyramids of Giza, the brand-new Grand Egyptian Museum is the largest archaeological museum in the world. Showcasing over 100,000 ancient artefacts, including the complete Tutankhamun collection, offers an awe-inspiring journey through 7,000 years of history.
Uniworld guests will enjoy an exclusive visit to this cultural landmark, offering unforgettable insight into one of the world's most extraordinary civilisations.

DAY 3: Cairo, Fly to Luxor (Embark)
Cruising t he Nile River, Dendera Prepare to be amazed at the legendary Temple of Karnak, a massive and absolutely astounding site, with gigantic columns, broad avenues lined with stone sphinxes and halls of truly epic proportions. This evening, you'll revel in a Welcome Reception and Dinner onboard. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Temple at Karnak.

DAY 4: Dendera, Cruising the Nile River, Luxor
Like its twin shrine, the Temple of Karnak, the Temple of Luxor stands on the site of ancient Thebes, the once flourishing capital of Egypt‘s New Kingdom. It was built over hundreds of years and even in ruins, it is still an extraordinary place. You’ll also visit the Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the goddess of love and beauty. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursions: Temple of Hathor and Temple of Luxor.

DAY 5: Luxor, Cruising the Nile River, Kom Ombo
The word “colossal” will take on a whole new meaning after today‘s excursion to the gigantic twin statues known as the Colossi of Memnon. And that’s just the beginning you‘ll also visit the temple of one of Egypt’s rare female pharaohs as well as the Valley of the Kings, used as a royal burial place for nearly 500 years and where the mummified remains of Tutankhamen are on display. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursions: Colossi of Memnon,

DAY 6: Kom Ombo, Cruising the Nile River, Aswan
After visiting a temple dedicated to a crocodile god today (don't miss the display of some of the 300 mummified crocs found in the local area), hop aboard a small boat for a bird-watching excursion along the Nile. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Kom Ombo Temple and Life on the Nile Tour by Motorboat.Hatshepsut Temple and Valley of the Kings.

DAY 7: Aswan
Today is an epic day, filled with wonders from start to finish. You‘ll visit a marvel of modern engineering-the Aswan High Damas well as the Unfinished Obelisk and the beautiful Philae Temple complex, which was moved from one island to another back in the 1970s. But wait, there’s more. You‘ll also take a ride in a felucca-a traditional Egyptian sailboat-and enjoy afternoon tea at a famous hotel depicted in Agatha Christie’s novel Death on the Nile. After dinner onboard this evening, you'll be treated to an enchanting Nubian show featuring traditionally attired performers, live music and dancing. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursions: Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Temple of Isis, plus boat ride in traditional Nile River felucca and afternoon tea at the Old Cataract Hotel Aswan.

DAY 8: Aswan, Cruising the Nile River, Edfu
Spend the day at leisure or join us for an optional excursion to see the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. (B, L, D)

DAY 9: Esna, Cruising the Nile River, Luxor
On today‘s excursion, you’ll learn how the Temple of Esna was buried under debris for many centuries and is one of the last great Egyptian temples ever built. Your Egyptologist guide will share all sorts of fascinating insights about this significant cultural site and show you the façade bearing the last known hieroglyphic inscriptions ever recorded in Egypt. Later, savour the Nile's majestic scenery as the ship cruises to Luxor. (B, L, D)
Featured Excursion: Temple of Khnum.

DAY 10: Luxor (Disembark), Fly to Cairo
Disembark in Luxor and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. Then, check in to your luxury hotel where you'll have time to relax before dinner. (B, FD)

DAY 11: Cairo
It‘s a day of Bucket List Moments today as we venture to Ancient Memphis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a number of amazing monuments to see including the enigmatic Great Sphinx. You’ll have a thrilling opportunity to view the pyramids from an up-close perspective, the only way to fully appreciate their remarkable size and grandeur. (B)
Featured Excursions: Ancient Memphis Sites, Including the Pyramids of Giza with Small Pyramid Entry, the Great Sphinx, and Sakkara Visit.

DAY 12: Depart Cairo
Check out of your hotel and transfer to the Cairo International Airport for your flight home. (B)

Included Meals
(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner (WD/FD) Welcome/Farewell Dinner

The Finest Luxury Inclusions

On-board
• Complimentary house wine, local spirits and beer served during lunch and dinner
• Best Dining Experiences on the World's Rivers
• Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
• Locally inspired onboard entertainment
• Sail the Nile in ultimate style and experience local life
• Free Wi-Fi access
• All on board gratuities

On-shore
• 4 nights in Cairo at the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza or at the Nile Ritz-Carlton
• Immersive and inspiring shore excursions
• Visit iconic sights like the Great Sphinx and Great Pyramids
• Visits to 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Visit the Temples of Karnak, Hathor and Luxor
• Explore Egypt with a qualified Egyptologist
• Airport to ship transfers
• All internal flights throughout
• Return flights from London Heathrow

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