Egypt River Cruises

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Deck Plan

The Zen Monaco was built with inspiration from the classical European style and features 65 Junior Suites, 3 Presidential Suites, various amenities, and an elegant decor. Our attentive staff will guarantee a pleasant and memorable stay.

Sailings:
Luxor - Aswan for 5 days / 4 nights from Saturday to Wednesday
Aswam - Luxor for 4 days / 3 nights from Wednesday to Saturday

Zen Monaco

Zen Monaco Restaurant

Zen Monaco Pool

Embark on this amazing trip to Egypt and Dubai to delve into the grandeur, wonders, and mystique of these countries.  Marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and experience Old Cairo and the Khan El Khalili Bazaar. See the world's largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts and the treasures of Tutankhamen's tomb at the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. Your Egypt tour with Nile Cruise takes you to sail along this historic river to explore Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, famed for its tombs and royal burial chambers with hieroglyphic writings along the walls. Travel by horse-drawn carriage to the best-preserved temple in Egypt, the Temple of Horus. Travel to Dubai in the Emirates and join in a Desert Safari Drive through the fantastic high sand dunes and stay in a spectacular Safari Camp.&#160;

Arrive in the Land of the Pharaohs. Upon completion of immigration and customs formalities at Cairo International Airport, you will be met at the exit by our representative and escorted to your hotel.

MON I CAIRO

Visit the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities to see the world&#8217;s largest collection of Pharaonic artifacts. Then drive to Old Cairo to visit Al Moallaka Church (Hanging Church). In the afternoon, visit the Great Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. (B,L)

TUE I CAIRO

Transfer from your hotel to Cairo International Airport for your morning flight to Aswan. Upon arrival you will be escorted to your Nile cruise ship. Accommodations onboard consist of outside cabins with private facilities. In Aswan, you will visit the High Dam, the Granite Alexandria Quarries with the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Temple of Isis at Philae. Sail on board a felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailboat and view Kitchener&#8217;s Island Botanical Garden and the Agha Khan Mausoleum. After lunch, sail to Kom Ombo, where you will visit the Ptolemaic Temple of Sobek and Haroeris before continuing to Edfu. (B,L,D)

WED I CAIRO I ASWAN I KOM OMBO I EDFU

This morning, travel by horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Horus, the falcon god. Dating from 237 B.C., it is considered the best preserved temple in Egypt and the second largest after the Temple of Karnak. Later this afternoon, sail to Esna, passing through the Esna Lock, and continue sailing towards Luxor. (B,L,D)

THU I EDFU I LUXOR

After breakfast, visit the West Bank necropolis including the Valley of the Kings, the Funerary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. Enjoy an optional sound and light show at Karnak Temple this evening. (B,L,D)

FRI I LUXOR

After breakfast, visit Karnak and Luxor temples, a centuries old city of pylons, hypostyle halls, colossal statues, shrines and obelisks. Disembark and transfer to the airport for your afternoon flight back to Cairo. Upon arrival, you will be met and escorted to your hotel. This evening enjoy an optional sound and light show at the Pyramid. (B)

SAT I LUXOR I CAIRO

After breakfast, transfer to Cairo International Airport for your departure flight to Dubai. Arrive at Dubai International Airport. After clearing customs, you will be met at the exit by our representative and transferred to your hotel for check-in. (B)

SUN I CAIRO I DUBAI

After breakfast, you will start your tour of Dubai, the Gulf&#8217;s most enchanting and cosmopolitan city. Start with a visit of the magnificent twin minaret Jumeirah Mosque, a spectacular example of modern Islamic architecture. Pass by the Palastquater &#8220;Zabeel&#8221; and Skyline at the Dubai Creek and continue towards Bastakiya, the wind towered houses of old merchants. After a visit of the Dubai Museum, housed in the 180 year old Al Fahidi Fort, you will cross the Dubai Creek with an &#8220;Abra&#8221; (water taxi) to reach the other side for a visit of the Spice Souk and Gold Souk. Return to Dubai for lunch at a local restaurant and a visit to the Burj Khalifa Tower. (B,L)<br>

MON I DUBAI

Today, take a half day tour to Sharjah, the &#8220;Pearl of the Gulf&#8221;. Our tour starts at the monumental Culture roundabout before heading off to the Natural History Museum in the desert. Returning to the city, we head for the Corniche, with the golden Al Majara Souk and into the heart of the heritage district, where the Al Naboodah House and the Al Arsa souk provide a glimpse of how life used to be lived. The tour ends at the fabulous Central Souk, with its typical Arab architecture and if you&#8217;re looking for souvenirs, then the vast selection of carpets, antiques and curios will surely satisfy the most determined shopper. In the afternoon, Land Cruisers (6 person to a Vehicle) will pick you up for a Desert Safari Drive through the fantastic high sand dunes. Take unique pictures from the Arabian Sunset in the desert. After the sun disappears behind the golden dunes, we drive to our Desert Safari Camp. The smell of freshly grilled kebabs and lamb, campfires, the scent of traditional water pipes and the relaxing sounds of Arabian music invite you for an unforgettable evening complete with a performer who will demonstrate the ancient art of belly dancing. Sandboarding and henna painting are also included. Return back to Dubai. (B,D)

TUE I DUBAI I SHARJAH I DUBAI

After breakfast, we will enjoy a full day tour of Abu Dhabi. The excursion takes you two hours from Dubai, passing the Jebel Ali Port, the largest man-made seaport in the world, to the capital of the UAE. Stop for pictures at Jazirra Residence, the former home of Shaikh Zayed, the previous president of UAE and the father of the nation. Admire Sheikh Zayed Mosque, the third biggest in the world, and visit Shaikh Zayed&#8217;s gravesite. Drive on Al Maqta Bridge and pass by one of the richest areas in Abu Dhabi with its impressive villas. Further along, proceed to the Corniche Road and stop for pictures at the glamorous Emirates Palace Hotel with its own marina and helipad. The tour continues to Al Bateen, where the palaces of the Royal Family are located. Stop for a shopping break in Marina Mall then enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Return back to Dubai late this afternoon. (B,L)

WED I DUBAI I ABU DHABI I DUBAI

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight back home. (B)

THU I DUBAI TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)

EGYPT & DUBAI

InterContinental Cairo Citystars is part of the Middle East's largest retail and entertainment complex, giving you direct access to 550 stores and an indoor theme park. The hotel is ideally located seven minutes from Cairo International Airport, 10 minutes from Cairo International Conference Centre and 30 minutes from downtown Cairo. Named Cairo's best business hotel by Business Traveler Magazine, it is also close to free time destinations such as the Egyptian Museum, Sakkara and the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx.

Voted Cairo's Best Business Hotel, InterContinental Cairo Citystars offers luxury amid lush gardens in the buzzing hub of Citystars Heliopolis, next to Stars Centre Mall. Whether you are in Cairo for business or leisure, the hotel puts everything at your fingertips, from steak to sushi, from spa treatments to squash, and from complimentary Wi-Fi to cocktails on the air-conditioned poolside terrace. For a tour of nearby Cairo Citadel and Giza Pyramids, our Concierge will gladly help.

Conrad Cairo is situated in the heart of bustling downtown overlooking the magnificent River Nile. Nearby the Egyptian Museum and 5 minutes walk from Nile City shopping mall. Conrad Cairo features spectacular views of the River Nile, enjoy access to the city center businesses as well as legendary attractions, 30 minutes to the Great Giza Pyramids and the Sphinx by car.

This 5-star luxury hotel offers city explores premium rooms with a private balcony featuring views of the Nile River, comfortable sitting area and a work desk. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with movie channels, a DVD player, marble bathroom comes with a separate bath tub, walk-in shower, signature fragrance amenities and a fluffy bathrobe, slippers and a hair dryer, Guests can enjoy the free WiFi in all rooms, public areas and meeting rooms. Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, Room Service is available around the clock, a glamorous international casino is available 24/7, and a health club with modern fitness equipment, 24-hour gym, sauna, steam, massage rooms, and on-site shops.

Traditional Wooden Dhow Ship Dubai

Downtown Dubai

Dubai Skyline

Burj Al Arab Dubai

Sheikh Zayed Mosque Abu Dhabi

Dubai Burj al Arab and Palm Jumeirah

Old Souk in Dubai

Burj Al Arab, Dubai

The Great Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx

Al Moallaka Church (Hanging Church)

Temple of Isis at Philae Island

United Arab Emirates

Come embark on an exciting travel adventure with Central Holidays United Arab Emirates vacation packages. The discovery of oil in 1966 transformed a small village on the banks of the Dubai Creek into the most prestigious urban development initiative in the Middle East almost overnight.

United Arab Emirates Cruises

EGYPT & DUBAI

Cairo

Aswan

Luxor

Dubai