MS Kon Tiki (Full Board Cruise)
A five-star Nile cruise that sails between Aswan and Luxor, the cruise is well known for its world-class accommodation and elegant hospitality. From your cabin you can enjoy panoramic views of the banks of the River Nile. The vessel has 70 cabins spread across standard cabins, suites and panoramic suites offering exquisite comfort amidst an elegant yet intimate décor. Also onboard you will find a buffet-style restaurant, bar, spa, swimming pool and plenty of room to relax and watch the beautiful landscapes sail past.
Nile Cruise Itinerary
Day 1 – Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor to check in on the cruise on Full Board, overnight on the Cruise at Luxor.
Day 2 – Optional tour to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, overnight on the Cruise at Luxor.
Day 3 – Optional tour to Valley of the kings, Hatchipsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon, Sailing to Edfu and Over Night at Edfu.
Day 4 – Optional tour to the temple of Horus at Edfu, Sailing to Kom Ombo, an optional tour to the temple of Sobek at Kom Ombo and sailing to Aswan, overnight on the cruise at Aswan.
Day 5 – Optional tour to Aswan Dam, the unfinished Obelisque and Philae Temple, overnight on the cruise at Aswan.
Day 6 – Optional tour to Abu Simble Temple, Sailing back and overnight at Edfu.
Day 7 – Sailing back to Luxor and overnight on the cruise at Luxor.
Day 8 – Check out and transfer back to the hotel at Hurghada, overnight at Hurghada Hotel.
Tips are not included in the price and are to be paid on the spot (approximately £27 per stay covering porters at the airport, ship staff and drivers etc.) Optional tours are not included in the price, and can be purchased on the ship.
Jasmine Palace Resort & Spa (All-Inclusive)
Basking in the year-round sunshine which Hurghada is renowned for, Jasmine Palace Resort & Spa is the ultimate Egyptian retreat. Steps away from the Red Sea and filled with 5 star amenities, this top-of-the-range complex will go down a treat with couples and families seeking a mix of fun and relaxation.
You’ve got a choice of accommodation at this hotel from spacious family options sleeping a maximum of five people to double rooms accommodating four people. Couples looking for an extra special stay can always book a double room with a view of Egypt’s famous Red Sea. As standard, the hotel’s 690 rooms come with a balcony or terrace, mini bar, air conditioning, private bathroom, satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities. Not to mention, in-room toiletries free of charge.
Every meal is worth celebrating when you stay at this fancy hotel. With a good selection of bars and restaurants to choose from, take your pick from an array of appetising options.
Your jaw will drop when you first arrive at Jasmine Palace. With a choice lagoon style pools, covering a large area of the complex, you won’t know where to lay your towel. Surrounded by grassy sections and perfectly placed palm trees, spend your days relaxing in style with a wooden umbrella on hand when you require some shade.
Every day is full of new experiences at this lavish resort. With activities and entertainment geared towards all ages, you can spend your time enjoying unbeatable underwater experiences with a chance to go snorkelling in the Red Sea or getting stuck into one of the many activities such as table tennis. Evenings, on the other hand, usually involve sampling the hotel’s variety of drinks as you watch family-friendly performances.
Situated steps away from a private beach, your just inches away from one of Egypt’s biggest attractions – the alluring Red Sea. This means you can benefit from world-famous snorkelling and scuba diving expeditions. And if that wasn’t enough, you’re just down the road from Hurghada’s much-loved Jungle Aqua Park.