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Splendors of Egypt and a Nile River Cruise

S.S. Sphinx

May 10, 2025
12 Days
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7 Cities
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1 Country

Cruise the Nile in a manner once reserved for queens and pharaohs!

For 12 adventure-filled days, experience Egypt and the Nile’s most wondrous sites in style and luxury. Wander amongst the towering ruins of the Temple of Karnak, the world’s largest ancient religious complex, and the entrancing Temple of Luxor. Follow in the footsteps of renowned scholars and explorers as you venture forth into the Valley of the Kings, the ancient burial grounds of Egyptian royalty.

Join Jeff and Gina on this captivating itinerary that begins and ends in Cairo, where you’ll visit the famous Egyptian Museum and its unrivaled collection of pharaonic artifacts. Journey to Giza to gaze upon the mighty ancient Pyramids and the Sphinx.

This amazing adventure includes 4 nights in a  5-star hotel ( Four Seasons or The Ritz Carlton), internal flights, 8 days of excursions hosted by  English-speaking trained Egyptologists and a 7-night river cruise on the Nile.  Lavishly appointed staterooms on the gorgeous S.S. Sphinx, all meals on board, house wine and beer with lunch and dinner, cultural enrichment, and gratuities for onboard staff are a part of this luxurious package.

The S.S. Sphinx offers two gourmet dining venues, a swimming pool, massage room, and 42 gorgeously appointed suites. This Super ShipTM vessel offers an authentically immersive onboard experience, with bespoke decor by local artisans and materials sourced regionally—such as fine Egyptian cottons, marble, and hand-carved blonde wood—to highlight Egyptian craftsmanship.

See the world in style aboard the S.S. Sphinx on a Uniworld Boutique River Cruise. Email info@teemingrc.com for more information, and assistance with securing your stateroom.

From $5,699/pp

 

Itinerary

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Day 1
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Arrive in Cairo

Arrive at Cairo International Airport. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, a Uniworld representative will be on hand to greet you and escort you to the opulent Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza or to the stunning Nile Ritz-Carlton (or similar).

Day 2
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Cairo

The ancient quarter of Cairo is intense—the colors, 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 artifacts, including mind-boggling treasures once buried with the boy king Tutankhamen.

Note: Dressing modestly is recommended as a show of respect for the culture and customs of the Egyptian people. In particular, women should ensure that shoulders are covered and legs are concealed at least to the knee on all shore excursions throughout this itinerary.
Featured Excursion Citadel of Salah al-Din, Alabaster Mosque and Egyptian Museum

 

Day 3
Monday, May 12, 2025
Cairo, Fly to Luxor (Embark) Cruising the 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.

Note: Flights to Luxor depart early in the morning to take advantage of more favorable weather and traffic conditions, and to optimize tour scheduling.

Before dinner onboard this evening, guests will be treated to a folkloric dance performance. A local band of dancers, in traditional costumes representing different Egyptian districts, will perform a Whirling Dervish show.

Featured Excursion  Temple at Karnak

 

Day 4
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
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.

Featured Excursion Temple of Hathor, Temple of Luxor

Day 5
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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.

After dinner onboard tonight, guests will enjoy a Galabeya Party with music, dancing and singing by crew members. Guests are encouraged to bring their own Galabeya clothing.

Featured Excursion – Colossi of Memmon, Hatshepsut Temple and Valley of the Kings

Day 6
Thursday, May 15, 2025
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.

Featured Excursions – Kom Ombo Temple, Life on the Nile Tour by Motorboat

Day 7
Friday, May 16, 2025
Aswan

Today is an epic day, filled with wonders from start to finish. You’ll visit a marvel of modern engineering—the Aswan High Dam—as 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.

Featured Excursions –Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Temple of Isis, Boat Ride in Traditional Nile River Felucca and Sunset Tea at the Old Cataract Hotel Aswan

Day 8
Saturday, May 17, 2025
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.

Day 9
Sunday, May 18, 2025
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, savor the Nile’s majestic scenery as the ship cruises to Luxor.
Featured Excursion –Temple of Khnum
Day 10
Monday, May 19, 2025
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.

Note: Flights to Cairo depart early in the morning to take advantage of more favorable weather and traffic conditions, and to optimize tour scheduling.

Day 11
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Cairo

It’s a day of Bucket List Moments today as we venture to see a number of amazing monuments—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.

Featured Excursion – Pyramids at Giza, the Great Sphinx, and Sakkara Visit

Day 12
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Depart Cairo

Check out of your hotel and transfer to the Cairo International Airport for your flight home, or extend your trip with a memorable optional extension in Jerusalem.

Note: Ship schedule and order of sightseeing may change throughout the itinerary. Tour to port of destination by motorcoach and substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to the impact of water levels, closures because of public holidays or other uncontrollable factors.

What's Included in the Cruise

HIGHLIGHTS AND NOTES

Arrival Airport – Cairo International Airport 

  • 4 nights in Cairo at the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza or at the Nile Ritz-Carlton (or similar)
  • 7-night cruise in a lavishly appointed riverview stateroom on the gorgeous S.S. Sphinx
  • Meals onboard prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
  • Welcome & Farewell Receptions
  • Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served during lunch and dinner onboard
  • 8 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking trained Egyptologist
  • 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Cultural Enrichment
  • Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
  • Flights included between Cairo and Luxor
  • Gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager or Egyptologist, local experts, drivers) are included both during the cruise/tours

Itinerary at a Glance

  • Day 1 May 10 -Cairo
  • Day 2 May 11 -Cairo
  • Day 3 May 12 -Cairo, Fly to Luxor (Embark) Cruising the Nile River, Dendera
  • Day 4 May 13 -Dendera, Cruising the Nile River, Luxor
  • Day 5 May 14 -Luxor, Cruising the Nile River, Kom Ombo
  • Day 6 May 15 -Kom Ombo, Cruising the Nile River, Aswan
  • Day 7 May 16 -Aswan
  • Day 8 May 17 -Aswan, Cruising the Nile River, Edfu
  • Day 9 May 18 -Esna, Cruising the Nile River, Luxor
  • Day 10 May 19 -Luxor (Disembark), Fly to Cairo
  • Day 11 May 20 -Cairo
  • Day 12 May 21 -Depart Cairo

Trip Notes & Exclusions

  • International Flights are not included
  • *Tours are Subject to change without notice
  • Travel Insurance not included – Teeming River Cruises encourages the purchase of Travel Insurance.  Click Here for a quote

 

 

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