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Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise

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5 Days Historia Hotel Nile Cruise Tour from Luxor to Aswan including Excursions

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Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights

Kornish Al Nile, East bank, 85111 Luxor, Egypt – Excellent location - show map

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Set just less than 1 km from Luxor Museum, Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights provides accommodation in Luxor with access to a rooftop pool, a fitness centre, as well as a concierge service. This 5-star boat offers a lift and full-day security. The boat offers river views, a sun terrace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available. The boat will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne, fruits and chocolates or cookies. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available every morning at the boat. Guests can dine in the in-house family-friendly restaurant, which specialises in international cuisine and also offers vegetarian, gluten-free and kosher options. A variety of wellness packages are available for guests to get rejuvenated on-site. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Luxor Train Station is 3.3 km from Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights, while Colossi of Memnon is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Luxor International Airport, 7 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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• Outdoor swimming pool
• Spa and wellness centre
• Fitness centre
• Room service
• Non-smoking rooms
• Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

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Property surroundings

Restaurants 1 restaurant on site.

• Cuisine International
• Ambiance Family friendly • Modern
• Dietary options Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Facilities of Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

• Toilet paper
• Bath or shower
• Private bathroom
• Free toiletries
• Wardrobe or closet
• Outdoor furniture
• Sun terrace
• Coffee machine
• Electric kettle
• Socket near the bed
• Clothes rack
• Live sport events (broadcast)
• Live music/performance
• Cooking class
• Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
• Evening entertainment
• Flat-screen TV
• Cable channels
• Satellite channels
• Wine/champagne Additional charge
• Kid-friendly buffet
• Special diet menus (on request)
• Tea/Coffee maker
• Invoice provided
• Concierge service
• Luggage storage
• 24-hour front desk
• Board games/puzzles
• Daily housekeeping
• Ironing service Additional charge
• Laundry Additional charge
• Fire extinguishers
• CCTV in common areas
• Smoke alarms
• Security alarm
• Key card access
• 24-hour security
• Safety deposit box
• Shared lounge/TV area
• Designated smoking area
• Air conditioning
• Wake-up service
• Hardwood or parquet floors
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Toilet with grab rails
• Wheelchair accessible
• Upper floors accessible by elevator
• Open all year
• All ages welcome
• Pool is on rooftop
• Pool with view
• Shallow end
• Pool/beach towels
• Sun loungers or beach chairs
• Sun umbrellas
• Full body massage
• Hand massage
• Head massage
• Foot massage
• Neck massage
• Back massage
• Spa/wellness packages
• Spa facilities
• Massage Additional charge
• Spa and wellness centre Additional charge

See availability House rules

From 12:00 to 12:30

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

From 07:30 to 08:00

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Child policies

Children older than 7 years are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 7 and older are allowed)

Accepted payment methods

Cash Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights

What are the check-in and check-out times at historia the boutique hotel nile cruise - every monday from luxor for 04 & 07 nights - every friday from aswan for 03 & 07 nights.

Check-in at Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights is from 12:00, and check-out is until 08:00.

Does Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights have a restaurant on site?

How much does it cost to stay at historia the boutique hotel nile cruise - every monday from luxor for 04 & 07 nights - every friday from aswan for 03 & 07 nights.

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How far is Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights from the centre of Luxor?

Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights is 0.9 miles from the centre of Luxor. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

Does Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights have a pool?

Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

What is there to do at Historia The Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise - Every Monday from Luxor for 04 & 07 Nights - Every Friday From Aswan for 03 & 07 Nights?

• Swimming Pool
• Tour or class about local culture

The best of Luxor

• Colossi of Memnon
• Medinet Habu Temple
• Deir el-Medina
• Valley of the Queens
• Karnak Temple
• Valley of the Kings
• Luxor Temple
• Hatshepsut's Temple
• Luxor Museum
• Luxor International Airport (LXR) 4.2 miles

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• Luxor Train Station

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All-Inclusive Nile Cruise & Red Sea Stay

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14-Nt 5-Star All-Inclusive River Nile Cruise & Red Sea Stay including 7-Nts Nile Cruise & 7-Nts Red Sea Riviera Hotel.

Whats Included

• 7-Nts 5-Star All-Inclusive Nile Cruise
• 7-Nights 5-Star All-Inclusive Red Sea Riviera Hotel
• Return Flights from UK
• Experience 6000 Years of Unique History
• All-Inclusive Board Throughout

Where you will be staying

Cruise Ship: MS Emilio

Hotel: AMC Royal Hotel

You'll love.

• One of our Best Reviewed Nile Cruisers
• Awesome Sundeck Bar with Incredible Views of Nile
• Outdoor Emilio Swimming Pool with Jacuzzi
• Cruises the River Nile from Luxor to Aswan
• Beach Front Location
• Diverse Dining Options
• Spa & Wellness Centre
• Evening Entertainment

Exclusive Egypt Escapes Offers

Like to go all-inclusive? At Egypt Escapes we have a luxurious 'All-Inclusive Nile Cruise & Red Sea Stay' tour that can be tailored perfectly for you. This is a 14-night tour with 7-nts 5-star all-inclusive River Nile Cruise & 7-nts 5-star all-inclusive Red Sea Stay.

Cruise the River Nile on board the superb MS Emilio with all-inclusive board basis including breakfast, lunch and dinner with unlimited alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages from 1000hrs to 2300hrs. Along the cruise you will enjoy the spacious outside cabins with panoramic windows & balcony along with opportunities to visit such sites as the Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel & Aswan High Dam. Either side of your cruise you will spend a total of 7 days in 5-star comfort at the AMC Royal Hotel enjoying all-inclusive board basis on the stunning Red Sea Riviera among the beautiful beaches & reefs.

These are the default ship & hotel options for this tour but can be amended to any of our boats or properties if they are available. Peruse our Nile Cruises & Egypt Hotels portfolio to find your dream combination. You can book & secure these tours with a low deposit & the final balance due 4 weeks prior to travel.

We love hearing from you, please contact our friendly 'Egypt Experts' for help booking your dream Egypt Holiday.

What's Included

• Return Flights

7-Nt 5-Star All-Inclusive MS Emilio Nile Cruise .

7-Nt 5-Star All-Inclusive AMC Royal Hotel or similar.

Not Included:

Hold luggage optional cost dependent on airline.

Visa cost $25USD payable in GBP on entry in cash.

Nile Cruise gratuities £27pp GBP on embarkation.

Departures from just £899pp

Travel winter sun dates (Nov-Feb) for the best prices with lots of other dates available from small supplement.

For other airports and dates please contact our friendly Egyptian Holiday experts!

MS Emilio All-Inclusive Nile Cruise:

MS Nile Cruises offer comfortable surroundings and good service. Excellent food is served in the boat’s dining room. A bar is also available. On-board entertainment includes belly dancing, a Nubian Show and an Oriental Party. There is also a TV lounge with a choice of videos and games. A swimming pool and sundeck with loungers allow for relaxation. Jewellery, handicrafts and souvenirs are available from the gift shop.

AMC Royal Hotel All-Inclusive:

5-star all-inclusive awaits you here at the AMC Royal Hotel. The hotel is a great choice for those who like to go snorkelling as it has it's own private beach with amazing coral reef. Situated on a private sandy beach, this all-inclusive resort offers air-conditioned rooms with a balcony overlooking the landscaped pool area or the Red Sea.

Excursions:

Light Sightseeing Package During your Nile Cruise Includes (bookable in advance and on the spot): Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, KomOmbo Temple, Khnum Temple in Esna, Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam. English speaking tour guide (Egyptologist) at all tours. All ground transportation by modern A/C vehicles.

Full Sightseeing Package during your Nile Cruise Includes (bookable in advance and on the spot): Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings (Tutankhamen), Hatshepsut Temple, Collossi of Memnon, KomOmbo Temple, Khnum Temple in Esna, Philae Temple in Aswan, High Dam of Aswan. English speaking tour guide (Egyptologist) at all tours. All ground transportation by modern A/C vehicles.

No holiday in Egypt is complete without a visit to Cairo, the greatest city in Africa! From just £99pp you can also add on a day trip to Cairo & the famous Pyramids of Giza, one of the '7 Wonders of the Ancient World!' Watch the sun rise on the way to visit the Giza Pyramids & Great Sphinx. Learn all you need to know from your qualified English speaking Egyptologist.

We have lots of other excursion opportunities available from your Red Sea Riviera base including boat trips to Giftun & Paradise Islands, Quad Biking, Submarine Trips, Jeep Safaris & Aqua Parks!

Alternatives

These are sample itineraries, cruise ships & hotels which can be suited with alternatives depending on the dates you choose to travel. This will be confirmed with you upon enquiry. We have a variety of ships & hotels to choose from so if you would like to discuss alternatives then please give us a call. The options chosen may differ slightly in price.

Dining & Bars

Dining aboard ms emilio.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served buffet style in the main restaurant.

Afternoon tea is served on days when the boat is sailing. Local wines, beers and spirits are served in the bars of the lounge and sundeck.

Dining at AMC Royal Hotel

Guests have a variety of dining options at AMC Royal hotel that boasts a diverse selection of International buffets. The Italian restaurant serves authentic pastas and pizzas. Drinks can be enjoyed at the Shots Fun Pub.

Rooms & Cabins

Ms Emilio Nile View Cabin

The cruise boat has 72 superior cabins (52 doubles, 8 singles, 10 triples and 2 suites) furnished in modern style at main and upper decks. All with wide windows, telephone, mini bar, satellite TV and courtesy set. Cabin size starting from 15 up to 38 sqm.

AMC Royal Hotel Standard Room

All rooms and units feature a balcony with views of the Red Sea. Each one offers a flat-screen TV, a minibar and an electric kettle. The suite includes a seating area complete with a dining table. A shower is fitted in the bathroom.

AMC Royal Hotel

For an energizing workout, the hotel features a fully equipped health club including gymnasium, sauna, and steam and massage rooms. Other activities on site include table tennis, beach volleyball and darts.

Facilities on board include a pool, sauna and jacuzzi, massage room and gym equipment.

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A “typical”   Nile cruise will consist of a week’s cruise from Luxor to Aswan and return, also with a full program of between 10 and 12 excursions seems like you will be accompanied by a fully qualified Egyptologist to explain the origins,history and significance of the sites, much as temples and monuments that you will visit yet , because On board ship you will be accommodated in your own, and normally two berth cabin with full en-suite facilities managed by Marghany Tourism Investment.

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• Wednesday from Aswan & Saturday from Luxor

5 star Nile Cruise

3, 4 or 7 nights Cruise

From 6 to 13:00

Royal Signature Nile Cruise

The Royal Signature Nile Cruise is a 5 star elegantly furnished boat sail the River Nile between Luxor and Aswan. Elegantly furnished with rich fabrics, wood paneling and classic style furniture, this boat offers a refined setting for your Nile cruise. The restaurant offers 120 covers with a combination of waiter service and buffet meals which allows sampling both – Egyptian and international cuisine.

The spacious lounge bar is tastefully furnished and offers international bar service. The main lounge has a music system and a dance floor for evening entertainment, which includes an Egyptian folklore show and belly dancing. The separate bar area with comfortable Chesterfield sofas offers a panoramic view of the Nile River and a restful place to relax with a book. On the top deck, the sun deck runs the length and width of the ship with fitness equipment, swimming pool and bar surrounded with elegant cane tables, chairs and sun loungers.

The 24-hour reception desk provides full services as well as international telephone and safe deposit boxes. The gift shop offers souvenirs and gifts from Egypt.

Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure

All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle

Accommodation on board 5 star cruise on full board basis

All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary

Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan

Egyptologist tour guide during your excursions

Assistance of our personnel during your tours & stay

All service charges and taxes

Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

Personal expenses

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Nile Cruise Tours

– Pick up from Aswan (Airport, Hotel, Train station)

– Visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple.

– Transfer to embark Nile Cruise before lunch

– Lunch on board the Cruise

– Dinner on board

– Overnight in Aswan

Optional : Nubian Village trip by motor boat

Day 2: (Optional: Abu Simbel), Kom-ombo temple

– Breakfast on board

– Free morning in Aswan 

– Lunch on Board the Cruise

– Sailing to Kom-ombo Temple

– Tea & Coffee will be served on the Cruise sundeck

– Visit the double temple of Haroeris and Sobek at Kom-ombo

– Sail to Edfu

– Dinner on Board

Overnight in Edfu

Optional : Abu Simbel temples trip by ac Vehicle

Day 3: Edfu Temple, Luxor East Bank excursions

– Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu

– Breakfast on Board

– Sailing to Luxor via Esna

– Lunch on Board

– Tea & Coffee will be served on the Cruise sundeck 

– Visit Luxor East Bank Sights (the Karnak and Luxor Temples).

– Overnight in Luxor

Optional : Sound & Light show at Karnak temple

Day 4: Luxor west Bank tour, Final departure

Optional: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon trip in Luxor

– Disembarkation after breakfast

– Visit Luxor West Bank (The Valley of the Kings “3 tombs”)

– Hatshepsut Temple 

– The Colossi of Memnon

Departure transfer to your Luxor (Airport Hotel or Train station)

***Itinerary may change in sequence but not in visits without prior notice***

– Pick up from Luxor (Airport, Hotel, Train station)

– Visit Luxor East Bank (Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple).

– Dinner on board.

Overnight abroad Your Nile Cruise in Luxor.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank, Sailing to Edfu

Optional : Sunrise Hot Air Balloon trip in Luxor

– Visit Luxor West Bank (The Valley of the Kings “3 tombs”, Hatshepsut Temple, The Colossi of Memnon).

– Return to the Nile Cruise

– Lunch on board.

– Sail to Edfu via Esna lock

Overnight abroad Your Nile Cruise in Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu and Kom-ombo Temples

– Breakfast on board.

– Return Way Horse and Carriage ride to Edfu Temple

– Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu.

– Sailing to Kom ombo

– Lunch on board while sailing to Kom-ombo

– Sailing to Aswan.

– Oriental Dinner on board.

– Oriental Show “Galabia Party”.

Overnight abroad your Nile Cruise in Aswan.

Day 4: Aswan Nile Cruise Excursions

– Visit the unfinished Obelisk, Aswan High Dam & Temple of Philae.

– Felucca ride on the Nile in Aswan.

– Nubian Folkloric show on board 

Overnight abroad Your Nile Cruise in Aswan.

Day 5: Disembarkation, Departure transfer

– Disembarkation after breakfast.

Departure transfer to your Aswan (Airport Hotel or Train station)

US$535 Per Person in Triple Cabin

US$595 Per Person in Double Cabin

US$899 Per person in Single Cabin

US$675 Per Person in Triple Cabin

US$750 Per Person in Double Cabin

US$1095 Per person in Single Cabin

US$635 Per Person in Triple Cabin

US$695 Per Person in Double Cabin

US$1075 Per person in Single Cabin

US$835 Per Person in Triple Cabin

US$899 Per Person in Double Cabin

US$1395 Per person in Single Cabin

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

0 - 05.99 Free of Charge

6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price

12+ pay full tour price as per adult person

Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room).

58 deluxe cabins and 02 Junior Suites

Panoramic windows openable windows

Individually controllable air conditioning

En suite bathroom with shower/tub & hair dryer

Personal Safe box

Plasma TV & satellite channels

Protection and smoke detector

Fire and sound proof walls and ceilings

Spa center and message

Swimming pool, bar & Sun deck

International Dial Telephone

Wireless internet access

Main dining room, lounge and Sun Deck Bar

Nightly Entertainment

Laundry service & housekeeping

Doctor on calls on board

24-hour reception desk

Smoking is allowed on the sundeck only

All major credit cards accepted

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Everything You Need To Know Before Embarking On A Nile River Cruise

A Nile cruise is on nearly every international traveler’s wish list. The wonders of ancient Egypt go way beyond the pyramids and the sphinx, with countless treasures lying further south, a stretch away from Cairo, lying either within reach of Luxor or Aswan, which is why most people opt for a cruise between the two cities, stopping off at the most important sites along the way.

Having visited Cairo before, a Nile cruise had been on my wish list for years until I finally found the right ship, which I knew I would enjoy, together with the right duration of cruise and itinerary to suit me. It took a lot of research and some luck to chance upon the cruise that was right for me: very small, few people, historic connections, a touch of the glamor of 1920s- and 1930s-style travel, and plenty of class. I found my ideal cruise on the SS Sudan , the last true paddle steamer on the Nile, the one Agatha Christie sailed on and where she wrote Death on the Nile — and where the subsequent movies were filmed. Small enough to allow for privacy, large enough for comfort, with a five-night, six-day itinerary between Luxor and Aswan.

But what is perfect for me isn’t necessarily perfect for everybody else. Some might want a pool, a shop, more people to socialize with, or maybe more modern cabins, and probably going from Aswan to Luxor, or even cruising the whole way from Cairo to Aswan. Timing is crucial as well, as is deciding what to do at either end. There are many things to consider before embarking on a Nile cruise, so, here I have listed a few points to mull over and research before you book yourself that trip of a lifetime.

Up Or Down River?

Let’s start with some nomenclature you will need to go along the right route: Cruising up the Nile means you are going south, toward the source of the Nile, which, by the way, I recently discovered in Uganda. Cruising down the Nile is sailing toward the estuary in the Mediterranean. But, just to confuse things, Upper Egypt is in fact southern Egypt, while Lower Egypt is in the north, by the coast.

Most Nile Cruises, except for the ones setting off from Cairo and cruising all the way up the Nile, actually sail only in Upper Egypt, between Luxor and Aswan.

I am unsure about what the statistics are when it comes to preferences, but all the cruise ships in Upper Egypt either cruise from Luxor to Aswan or from Aswan to Luxor. Both Luxor and Aswan have airports you can fly into from Cairo, the main international airport in Egypt, so the choice really is yours. That said, personally, I felt that going from Luxor to Aswan was my preferred option simply because — in my mind — Aswan is so much prettier than Luxor. And from Aswan, you can travel to the temples in Abu Simbel, leaving you with the best bit at the end of your journey. But many people would argue the opposite and there really is no right or wrong.

Hotels At Either End

While many travelers, mostly those who are time poor, head straight from the airport to the cruise ship and, once docked after the cruise, fly straight back out again, I would like to plead for a night or two at either end. Not only does it give you the option of overcoming any jet lag or travel fatigue, but also there are some lovely historic hotels that are worth spending a night in. In Luxor, the famous Winter Palace is a historic hotel, a little frayed around the edges, but with a fabulous garden and a pedigree of former guests that is hard to beat. The only place that can beat the guest list of the Winter Palace is the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan where Agatha Christie stayed at the end of her cruise, and you can take a tour through numerous suites named after illustrious guests who stayed there over the last century. And the hotel offers rooms with some of my favorite views in the world .

What Kind Of Boat

There are essentially four types of boats on the Nile that can take you from A to B. There are modern cruise ships, relatively small when compared to ocean-going cruise ships with around 50 cabins, but many with swimming pools, cabins with balconies, and shops and restaurants on board. There is the SS Sudan , alone in its class, without amenities such as pools or shops, but with only five suites and 18 cabins, plus a superb sundeck, a bar, and a restaurant. Then there are the dahabiyas, beautiful boats with a sail at either end — and even more private with many only catering to around 12 passengers. The dahabiyas come without engines, but often have a tugboat for added speed, and offer the most tranquil and secluded cruises. Lastly, there are the feluccas, small sailboats, where in some cases you can spend one night on board, but generally, these lovely and traditional sailboats are only used for day trips.

Where Are The Stops?

Between the most popular cruise harbors of Luxor and Aswan lie the most amazing sights, most of which are taken in by all the various cruises, because, after all, that is why everybody is there. The main stops are Qena, a little downriver from Luxor, with the Dendera and Abydos temples; Luxor , with the various valleys of tombs; Edfu with the fabulous Kom Ombo temple; and lastly Aswan, with a visit to Philae. On a five-night cruise upriver (so going south), you will stay overnight in Qena, Luxor, Edfu, and two nights in Aswan.

Length Of Cruise

Most cruises between Luxor and Aswan take between three and seven days, the shorter ones skipping Qena and only staying one night in Aswan, the longer ones adding extra nights, usually in Luxor.

If you are lucky enough to have the time to sail from Cairo to Aswan , the itinerary takes a minimum of 11 nights, but more often than not 14 nights, with sightseeing in Cairo included, usually reaching Luxor on Day 11. Despite the current of the Nile, which is evident but quite slow, the cruises up or down the river take the same amount of time.

When Best To Travel

The best time to visit Upper (southern) Egypt is between October and April. That said, I went at the end of October, and the temperatures were still in the 90s Fahrenheit, making sightseeing a bit of an exhausting undertaking. In the summer, these temperatures are much, much worse, so travel then is best avoided. In December and January, the coldest months, the temperatures hover around the mid-70s Fahrenheit. As for rain, the rainy season is between October and April, with a negligible spike at less than an inch of rain in October.

What You Must Pack

Even if yours is a fancy cruise, pack light, pack layers, and pack sensible shoes. It will be hot and sandy whenever you go exploring. In the Valley of the Kings, for example, there is much sand, no shade, and plenty of stairs and steps to conquer, so light clothing but good shoes that keep you firmly on the ground are useful. Bring a light cover for the evening and something nice for the boat. A clothes brush to get the sand and dust off you at the end of the outing and a handheld fan to bring you some air when it gets warm are essential. And, if you like a tipple or two, know that in Egypt imported wine and champagne are extortionately expensive, so, get your full allowance in the duty-free shop and enjoy along the way.

What To Do Before (Or After)

Chances are that you will fly into Cairo, and unless you are embarking in Cairo, some sightseeing is a must. Allow at least two extra days to see the main sights before heading south. And once you are in the south, note that all cruise ships stop at Aswan because of the dams. If you want to see Abu Simbel, you can either fly from Aswan to Abu Simbel or take a tour either by bus or private car , but you will need to book the car in advance. This is because the tourist road caravan sets off first thing in the morning and is escorted by police all the way between Aswan and Abu Simbel because of potential bandits, and all travelers need to be registered and accounted for by the day before at the latest.

What To Read And Watch About The Nile

To get you in the mood and keep you going while you’re there, here are some books and films set in exactly the places you will be visiting, so you can go, “Oh, I know that place!” as you read or watch.

• Death on the Nile by Agatha Christie
• The films Death on the Nile from 1978 with Peter Ustinov , 2004 with David Suchet , and 2022 with Kenneth Branagh
• Some very light but fun mysteries by Elizabeth Peters , with lots of places to be recognized
• The superb old travel book by Amelia B. Edwards A Thousand Miles up the Nile , first published in 1877

One fantastic historical TV series presented by Bettany Hughes is entitled The Nile and is full of information, making for perfect viewing before and after your trip.

Pro Tip: In many places, you will either have to pay for a photography permit, or, at times, won’t be able to take photographs. But don’t let that stop you from carrying your camera everywhere with you!

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Egypt’s is one of the greatest stories ever told, and untold. It’s more than a century since British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb; yet Egypt’s narrative continues to unfold.

The latest find was in January this year at Saqqara, near Cairo, where archaeologists uncovered a rock tomb believed to be 4,500 years old. Located on the Nile’s west bank, Saqqara’s necropolis served as a royal burial ground for the ancient Egyptian capital, Memphis. Last year embalming workshops were found here and archaeologists have also unearthed a granite sarcophagus from the reign of King Ramses II (1279 to 1213 BC) along with hundreds of mummies encased in painted sarcophagi. Among the cache of goods being taken to the afterlife was an intact papyrus scroll.

There will be plenty of grave possessions on display at the Grand Egyptian Museum when it finally opens in its new location at Giza. Alongside 10,000 ancient artefacts the museum will hold King Tut’s entire tomb trove of 5,000 objects. The latest estimation for the opening is mid-2024 – with any luck some cruise passengers will be among the first to visit the museum complex this winter.

Cairo’s pyramids and museum treasures are a prelude for the main event, however. Strung along the Nile are temples, royal tombs, colossal statues, mausoleums, island monuments and ancient inscripted chambers that stop time. Against this historical backdrop, buffalo irrigate river-fed crop fields, children paddle from littoral beaches and single-sailed feluccas and calls to prayer from nearby muezzin catch the breeze.

There’s nowhere else quite like it. Here are some of the best ways to cruise the Nile this year. For further inspiration and advice read our complete guide to Nile cruises.

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Best for: Old-school romance

Before the arrival of steam-powered boats, visitors would cruise the Nile on small, two-masted dahabiya, led by a “houseboat crew”. La Flaneuse du Nil recreates that slow-travel tradition with style – and hot water and flushing loos to boot. On its journey between Luxor and Aswan, the flat-bottomed boat visits small villages and islands and drops anchor in peaceful seclusion.

The seven cabins feature louvred shutters, wood panelling and tasteful antiques and there is a beautiful balcony suite at the stern. The recent addition of 48 solar panels means guests will be able to enjoy sailing without the thrum of a generator – just like the old days.

The details: From £5,997pp including flights, five nights on board, a night at the Winter Palace hotel in Luxor and three nights at the Old Cataract hotel in Aswan. Departs January 2025 (020 3582 4990; originaltravel.co.uk ).

Best for: The long cruise

For those keen to linger on the Nile, or for the returning visitor keen to fill in the gap between the pyramids and ancient Thebes, this 10-night sailing from Cairo to Luxor ticks both boxes. The real beauty of this cruise, however, is stepping ashore to world-class sites that are largely unvisited. Highlights include the tombs, catacombs and temple of Tuna el-Gebel; the sarcophagus of Akhenaten in Tel el-Amarna and the temples of Abydos, Denderah and el-Kab. The five-star Movenpick Darakum has 52 cabins spread over three decks, a small gym and a large sun deck with a plunge pool.

The details:  A 10-night Secret Nile cruise costs from £5,725pp including flights, transfers, excursions and international flights, departing on September 13, 2024 (020 3811 6790; vjv.com ).

Best for: A family cruise

There’s plenty of opportunity for cultural exchange on this holiday with Intrepid, and the variety and pace of the itinerary is ideal for those travelling with older children. After a couple of days in Cairo you’ll fly to Aswan and sail to Luxor via Edfu and the Esna lock. There is dinner with a Nubian family, a visit to the floating Temple of Philae and a lazy sunset sail by felucca. Back in Cairo there is time for coffee at El Fishawy, the city’s oldest coffee shop, and dinner “at home” with a Cairene family.

The details:  An eight-day Premium Egypt holiday costs from £2,219pp staying on board the Nile Style or La Fayan in April and May 2024. Includes four nights in Cairo and a hotel night in Luxor; excludes international flight. Children must be 15 or over (0808 2745 111; intrepidtravel.com ).

Best for: A cruise and beach combo

For winter-sun seekers the lure of Red Sea beaches can be as tempting as Egypt’s tombs and treasures. So why not dip a toe into both? Marsa Alam’s reefs are a favourite with scuba divers and the snorkelling is equally rewarding. Clouds of reef fish are abundant and you might see turtles, tuna, mackerel, dolphins, sharks and even the odd manatee. Discover Egypt combines a week here with a leisurely Nile cruise on the MS Tulip and there is an optional excursion from Aswan to Abu Simbel to see the four colossal statues of Ramses II (£92 by coach or £345 by air).

The details:  A two-week holiday including seven nights at the Hilton Nubian Village Marsa Alam and a week’s cruise costs from £3,015pp departing in October or November 2024. Includes return flight from Heathrow (to Luxor and back from Marsa Alam) and all other transfers (020 7407 2111;  discoveregypt.co.uk ).

Best for: Accessibility on the Nile

All hotel, cruise, transport and dining logistics are taken care of on this accessible holiday with Responsible Travel. For added peace of mind, guest-relations assistance is available throughout and transfers in an airconditioned vehicle are assisted. Following a three-night stay in Cairo, with visits to the pyramids, Sphinx and the Grand Egyptian Museum, passengers will board a five-star accessible ship in Luxor, for a sail to Aswan.

The itinerary includes visits to Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Sobek (the crocodile god) at Kom Ombo. At Aswan there is a sail around Elephantine Island by motorboat and a visit to the Unfinished Obelisk.

The details:  An eight-day Nile Cruise costs from £2,339pp in an accessible double room for departures in November and December 2024 (except Christmas and New Year). Includes all accommodation, sightseeing in Cairo with lunches, flights from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan to Cairo, private guided tours and a helper during visits to historical places. International flights cost extra (01273 823 700; responsibletravel.com ).

Best for: A side trip to Alex

Part land tour; part cruise, this trip includes a visit to the seaside city of Alexandria, founded in 331BC by Alexander the Great and once Cleopatra’s power base. Remnants of the royal palace and its sunken treasures lie in the city’s seafront bay. The must-see modern library, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, was built to commemorate what was the ancient world’s single greatest archive of literature. Its design features an inclined cylinder, part of which goes underground. The trip includes four nights in Cairo before flying to Luxor to join the ship, which sails south to Aswan.

The details:  A 12-day Cairo, Alexandria and The Nile cruise costs from £2,895pp, including four nights in Cairo, nine excursions, all flights, most meals and home-to-airport transfers. Departing on November 21, 2024 (0808 258 1538;  titantravel.co.uk ).

Best for: Exclusive access

By next year Viking will have six ships on the Nile. The newest on the river is the 41-cabin Viking Osiris, named by Lord Carnarvon, of Highclere Castle. The current earl’s great-grandfather was the 5th Earl of Carnarvon, benefactor and co-explorer of Howard Carter and this trip offers a pre- or post-cruise tour of the Earl’s private collection of photographs detailing the discovery and excavation of the tomb of Tutankhamun.

A 12-night Pharaohs and Pyramids itinerary include visits to the pyramids and spice market in Cairo and the necropolis at Sakkara. Osiris then spends eight days on the Nile with excursions to the Queen Nefertari’s and Tutankhamun’s tomb in the Valley of the Kings and visits to the Temple of Khnum in Esna, the Dendera Temple complex in Qena and the High Dam in Aswan.

The details:  A 12-day Pharaohs and Pyramids cruise costs from £6,945pp, including all flights, transfers, excursions, drinks with lunch and dinner, Wi-Fi and tips. Departing on October 13, 2024 (0800 319 66 60; viking.com ).

Best for: Going your own way

If you prefer a bit more flexibility and are comfortable booking flights and hotels independently, the MS Esplanade sails on three-, four- and seven-night cruises between Luxor and Aswan, and charges a per-night cabin rate. The 73-cabin ship has a small spa, a stylish top deck with poolside cabanas and plush cabins with wide windows. All sailings take in the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor temples, Edfu, Kom Ombo, the Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple and a sunset felucca cruise.

Tack on a night or two in Cairo at the 13-room Villa Belle Epoque. Located in the tree-lined suburb of Maadi, the beautifully restored 1920s villa has a ground-floor conservatory overlooking a garden and poolside dining area, shaded by fig, guava mango and lemon trees.

The details:  Double cabins on the MS Esplanade ( mayfaircruises.com ) from $330pp or $300pp triple-share in October 2024. Doubles at Villa Belle Epoque from $240 per night ( villabelleepoque.com ). Flights to Cairo from around £500 return in early October ( egyptair.com ).

Best for: Suite dreams

For dreamy, in-cabin views of the Nile, book one of the four forward-facing suites on board AmaDahlia. With its gym, massage rooms, heated pool, 16 suites and marble-clad bathrooms, the 72-passenger ship doesn’t skimp on luxury. Soak up more river views from the pool where there is alfresco dining and Chef’s Table dinners.

Itinerary standouts include exclusive access to the Queen of Nefatari’s tomb at the Valley of the Kings and a private visit to the lavish Abdeen Palace in Cairo. The former royal palace contains five museums, a pharmacy of rare medicines, a former royal printing house and a collection of exquisite paintings.

The details:  The 11-night Secrets of Egypt and the Nile itinerary costs from £4,623pp departing 24 May 2024. Includes return flight between Cairo and Luxor, transfers and four hotel nights in Cairo. Return flights from London or Manchester cost £650pp. (0800 520 2250; amawaterways.co.uk ).

Best for: A two-country trip

Uniworld’s stylish river ship, SS Sphinx, features locally sourced fabrics, decorative hand-carved detail and Egyptian artwork. The wine list champions Egyptian wines and menu items include fatteh, mulukhiya (made from jute leaves) and hawawshi (pitta filled with ground beef). After a day’s touring guests can relax in chic, tented cabanas on the pool deck. Along with the usual showstoppers, the itinerary includes afternoon tea at Aswan’s fabled Old Cataract Hotel and an excursion to see birds including herons, kingfishers and the Nile Valley sunbird. Tack on a land extension to Jordan and a donation will be made to the Jordanian women of the Iraq al-Amir Women’s Cooperative, via the TreadRight Foundation.

The details:  A 12-day Splendours of Egypt and the Nile itinerary including an internal flight (Luxor to Cairo), premium spirits and wine on board and four nights at the Four Seasons in Cairo costs from £5,599pp departing in September 2024. Excludes international flights (0808 273 1777;  uniworld.com ).

The FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Egypt. See gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/Egypt for more information.

This story was first published in November 2022 and has been revised and updated.

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Russian forces likely intend to launch the second phase of their offensive following their anticipated seizure of Vovchansk, three miles from the Russian border, according to the latest analysis from the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said yesterday that Russian forces advanced between five and 10 kilometres in the northern Kharkiv region before Ukrainian forces stopped Russian advances.

The ISW says Russian forces are currently prioritising the seizure of Vovchansk because it is likely one of the remaining tactical objectives of the first phase, noting it is the largest settlement immediately on the border that would provide Russian forces with a staging ground to prepare for and launch the second phase.

The Russian objectives of the second phase are not yet clear, the ISW says. It could be to expand the "buffer zone" further in width along the border, or to advance closer to Kharkiv city.

Russian forces have also recently intensified efforts to seize the operationally significant town of Chasiv Yar, the ISW says, seeking to exploit the pressure on stretched Ukrainian forces. 

The number of people killed in Russian strikes on a Kharkiv recreation area has risen from five to six, with an employee of the resort still unaccounted for. 

At least 27 people were injured in the two airstrikes, which came about 20 minutes apart, according to an update from the Kharkiv regional prosecutor's office on Telegram. 

The missing employee was fishing by a reservoir when the attack happened, the update said. 

Two police officers are among the injured, it added. 

The UK's defence secretary has confirmed the military aid that has been "rushed" to Ukraine. 

Grant Shapps said the "world cannot wait" as he urged nations to "step up" and support Kyiv's fight against Russia. 

Among the items sent by the UK are 80 defence missiles, one million rounds of ammunition and 20 Viking amphibious protected vehicles. 

Mr Shapps' tweet comes after he urged allies to give permission to Ukraine to use the weapons they have supplied against targets in Russian-annexed Crimea.

"We have been very, very clear with the world and helpful to Ukraine - for example, providing permissions for our weapons to be used throughout the whole of Ukraine ... that includes Crimea, which was taken by Putin in 2014," he told the BBC's Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg: 

"Now, we do not get into how we would allow targeting with our weapons to be used outside of that. But we do provide our weapons to Ukraine in order for them to defend their country."

Pressed on Volodymyr Zelensky's calls for weapons to be available for strikes inside Russia, Mr Shapps said: "I can't go into the specifics of those private conversations about how the weapons are precisely used."

Finland will propose a law that would see it turn back migrants to Russia without processing their asylum applications - despite this potentially breaching its international human rights commitments.

Finland shut its border with Russia last year to stop a growing number of arrivals from countries including Syria and Somalia.

It accused Moscow of weaponising migration against Finland and the European Union, an assertion the Kremlin denies. 

"As this phenomenon is in Russia's hands - who comes, where from and when, to Finland's border - we cannot permit it," Prime Minister Petteri Orpo told reporters.  

"Therefore we have to augment our legislation." 

The bill would allow border authorities to turn back asylum seekers who cross from Russia, with or without using force. But it would not apply to children and disabled people.

The proposal will go to parliament next week, where it will be submitted to the constitutional committee for review. It will need five-sixths of votes cast in parliament to pass - the high bar required for constitutional matters - and success is not certain. 

The General Staff of Ukraine's armed forces have published their daily operational update... 

It says "intense" fighting is ongoing along almost the entire frontline, with 78 "combat clashes" already today, compared to 110 for the entirety of yesterday. 

The Russian forces became increasingly active on the Kharkiv front, with seven clashes reported so far today.

The situation in Kharkiv is "dynamic", it says, with Russian troops trying to push back the Ukrainian units near Vovchansk, Starytsia and Lyptsi.

Russia said on Saturday its forces had captured the village of Starytsia, bringing the total number of villages it has taken in the Kharkiv region to 13.

Russia has been pushing ahead with a ground offensive in recent days that opened a new front in northeastern Ukraine's Kharkiv region and put further pressure on Kyiv's overstretched military. 

Russian forces have also increased their activity on the Siversk front and are attempting to break through Ukrainian defences in Bilohorivka, Verkhnokamianske and Rozdolivka, the update says. 

Oleksandr Usyk defeated British boxing star Tyson Fury to become the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world on Saturday night.

But Fury says the outcome was down to the Ukraine war. 

He disputed his loss after the match, saying: "I believe I won that fight. I think he won a few rounds but I won the majority of them.

"His country is at war, so people are siding with the country at war. Make no mistake, I won that fight in my opinion."

In response, Ukrainian Usyk said he was "ready for rematch," but later added: "I don't think about rematch now, I want to rest."

After today's attacks President Volodymyr Zelenskyy again called on Western allies to supply Kyiv with additional air defence systems to protect Kharkiv and other cities. 

He said there were reports "every hour" of fresh attacks. 

"Missiles, bombs, artillery are the only things that allow Russia to continue its aggression," he said on Telegram. 

"The world can stop Russian terror - and to do so, the lack of political will among leaders must be overcome."

"Two Patriots for Kharkiv will make a fundamental difference," he said, referring to Patriot missile defence systems. 

Air defence systems for other cities and sufficient support for soldiers on the front line would ensure Russia's defeat, the president added. 

This morning, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps said the delay in giving aid to Ukraine gave Russia a window of opportunity for its new offensive. 

Five people have died in strikes on two villages in the Kupiansk district in Kharkiv, local officials say. 

It brings the number of people killed in the Kharkiv region today to 10, after five people died in strikes on a recreation area in a northern suburb of the city of Kharkiv.

Local governor Oleh Syniehubov said Russian forces shelled two villages with a self-propelled multiple rocket launcher. 

At least nine people were injured in the attacks. 

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