Name: Classic Egypt: Cairo, Luxor and a Nile river cruise
Brand: Riviera Travel
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Day 1 - Cairo

Arrive: Wed 16 September 2026 / Depart: Wed 16 September 2026

Day 2 - Gizeh, Kairo

Arrive: Thu 17 September 2026 / Depart: Thu 17 September 2026

Day 3 - Citadel

Arrive: Fri 18 September 2026 / Depart: Fri 18 September 2026

Day 4 - Luxor

Arrive: Sat 19 September 2026 / Depart: Sat 19 September 2026

Luxor is a city on the east bank of the Nile River in southern Egypt. It's on the site of ancient Thebes, the pharaohs’ capital at the height of their power, during the 16th–11th centuries B.C. Today's city surrounds 2 huge, surviving ancient monuments: graceful Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple, a mile north. The royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens are on the river’s west bank.

Day 5 - Dendera

Arrive: Sun 20 September 2026 / Depart: Sun 20 September 2026

Day 6 - Kom Ombo

Arrive: Mon 21 September 2026 / Depart: Mon 21 September 2026

Day 7 - Aswan

Arrive: Tue 22 September 2026 / Depart: Tue 22 September 2026

Aswan, a city on the Nile River, has been southern Egypt’s strategic and commercial gateway since antiquity. It contains significant archaeological sites like the Philae temple complex, on Agilkia Island near the landmark Aswan Dam. Philae’s ruins include the columned Temple of Isis, dating to the 4th century B.C. Downriver, Elephantine Island holds the Temple of Khnum, from the Third Dynasty.

Day 8 - Abu Simbel

Arrive: Wed 23 September 2026 / Depart: Wed 23 September 2026

Abu Simbel is a village in the Egyptian part of Nubia, about 240 km southwest of Aswan and near the border with Sudan. As of 2012, it has about 2600 inhabitants. It is best known as the site of the Abu Simbel temples, which were built by King Ramses II.

Day 9 - Edfu/Esna

Arrive: Thu 24 September 2026 / Depart: Thu 24 September 2026

Day 10 - Karnak

Arrive: Fri 25 September 2026 / Depart: Fri 25 September 2026

Day 11 - Luxor

Arrive: Sat 26 September 2026

Day 12 - Luxor

Day 13 - Luxor

Depart: Mon 28 September 2026

Steigenberger Regency From Riviera Travel

A voyage on this spacious 236ft ship combines comfort and luxury with Egypt's fascinating ancient history. With a guest list of 104 guests, the atmosphere on board is friendly and intimate - and with an excellent crew-to-guest ratio, you know you'll enjoy impeccable service on board. Life while sailing on the Nile is slow and relaxing. During the heat of the day, you can cool off in the refreshing pool, put your feet up on the sun loungers, or perhaps pamper yourself with a massage from one of our on-board team. In the evening, head to the bar for cocktails with newfound friends while discussing the mysteries of Ancient Egypt or simply take in the views from the panoramic windows. Complete the experience in our on-board restaurant, where our chefs will introduce you to local flavours as you watch the towns and villages that line the riverbanks glide by. Their carefully curated menus offer an engaging dining experience each night, with a mix of international and Egyptian cuisine. Enjoy a buffet style breakfast and lunch, and buffet or a la carte meals for dinner.

Ship Cabins

Standard cabin - Middle Deck

The Middle deck standard cabins are 19.5sqm with a large panoramic window which opens onto the Nile. Decorated with neutral colours and soft furnishings, your cabin is your private oasis. Cabins come with double or twin beds, air-conditioning, mini-bar, safe, satellite television and en-suite bathrooms with shower and hairdryer.

Standard Cabin - Upper Deck

Views from the Upper deck are mesmerising, and you'll be able to take it all in from the large panoramic windows of your cabin. Decorated with neutral colours and soft furnishings, your cabin is your private oasis. Cabins are 19.5sqm and come with double or twin beds, air-conditioning, mini-bar, safe, satellite television and en-suite bathrooms with shower and hairdryer.

Suite - Middle Deck

Located on the Middle deck, suites are an opulent 35sqm and tastefully decorated with earthy, neutral tones. But the real draw is the view. While sailing, you can enjoy views of the Nile from your picture window seat or open the floor-to-ceiling windows of your French balcony to enjoy even more of its sights and sounds. Your suite also features a comfortable lounge/seating area, air-conditioning, mini-bar, safe, satellite television and en-suite bathroom with shower and hairdryer.