Name: Wonders of the Nile: Aswan to Cairo
Brand: Riviera Travel

Overview

A 14-night Riviera Travel adventure awaits aboard MS Movenpick Darakum, sailing from Cairo into the heart of Africa. Ports of call include Beni Suef, Abydos, and Edfu, giving you the chance to explore some of Africa's most captivating destinations. With a blend of vibrant ports and tranquil sea days, this cruise strikes the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation. From £6,899 per person, you could be stepping aboard the MS Movenpick Darakum and heading for Africa.

Riviera Travel

Riviera Travel is one of the oldest and most reliable river cruise operators in the world, with 40 years of experience running guided and escorted tours, a land and water all around the world, including river cruises.

Riviera Travel operates a unique cruising experience, partnering with local guides and experts to create a programme of guided tours and river cruises, bringing like-minded travellers together and offering a selection of authentic and bespoke travel experiences.

The operator runs river cruises on European waterways like the Danube, Rhine and Douro, but also the Nile, Mekong and Yangtze. Championing escorted tours and guided holidays, Riviera Travel line also specialises in solo travel, providing a safe, friendly and social environment for travellers going it alone.

Cruise Itinerary

Days 1-3

Cairo

Cairo, a city where the sands of time whisper tales of millennia, welcomes you with the majestic Pyramids of Giza, an enduring testament to ancient engineering marvels. As the backdrop of numerous films, including the 007 classic "The Spy Who Loved Me," Cairo offers a cinematic escape into a realm of mystery and intrigue. The climate, marked by sunny days and clear, starlit nights, sets a perfect stage for exploring this metropolis, where authenticity outshines the familiar tourist trails, offering a true gateway to understanding the depths of human endeavors across ages.

Day 4

Beni Suef

Days 5-7

Al Minya

Day 8

River cruising

Day 9

Abydos

Day 10

Luxor

Bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun, Luxors Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings stand as monumental testaments to ancient grandeur. As you stroll through these storied ruins, the whispers of Pharaohs guide your exploration into the profound depths of human achievement. Luxor's climate, with its clear, starry nights and warm, sunny days, complements an authentic journey into a world that transcends modern stereotypes. Here, you can walk in the footsteps of Tutankhamun and feel the enduring pulse of civilizations long past, offering a truly unique window into the layers of human endeavor.

Day 11

Aswan

Day 12

Edfu

Days 13-15

Aswan

Days 1-3

Cairo

Day 4

Beni Suef

Days 5-7

Al Minya

Day 8

River cruising

Day 9

Abydos

Day 10

Luxor

Day 11

Aswan

Day 12

Edfu

Days 13-15 Aswan

Aswan

104

Passengers

2008

Launched

2024

Last refit

72m

Length

15m

Width

Decks

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Currency

MS Movenpick Darakum

Fully refurbished in 2024, the MS Darakum 'perfectly blends modern elegance with oriental charm', making it a truly elegant way to cruise the Nile in luxury.

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Customer reviews

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Fabulous trip up the Seine

What's fantastic trip up the River Seine with Riviera last August.We went on the Gastronomy Seine tour which did not disappoint with food tastings of cheese, wines, ciders, cakes and meats from the Normandy region at our various stops. The variety of trips was excellent from Rouen and its majestic cathedral, the beauty of Monets Garden, the thought provoking DDay landings and WWII cemetery at Bayeux along with school history dream of seeing the Bayeux Tapestry. The food was excellent, the staff helpful and cheerful and we enjoyed the inclusive drinks package and our spacious room with picture window to watch the world go past.

Riviera Travel MS William Wordsworth

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Luxurious and amazing

Sailed the Danube, highlights were Budapest Vienna and Bratislava. Very informative excursions and wonderful staff and service on board

Riviera Travel MS Riviera Radiance

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Burgundy,RiverRhone & Provence

Not having river cruised for over ten years ,&with two other companies. This was a truly good holiday. Organisation, staff & ambience all excellent. Food was delicious with wide variety of choice too & service in dining room very good . Thank you to Riviera for this memorable trip.

Riviera Travel MS Lord Byron

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Fantastic

Great ship made very welcome by the crew Well planned and informative tours

Riviera Travel MS Robert Burns

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Christmas starts here

A Rhine river cruise to the Christmas markets. Riviera take the strain out of travelling then you step aboard and drop all your cares. The ships are extremely comfortable and the service efficient but not intrusive. The cabins are basically hotel rooms that float! So nice to lie in bed and watch Germany pass by. The food was of a very high standard, well presented and the accompanying wines and drinks were fantastic.Riviera can always be trusted to organise excursions well and their tour managers are always prepared to go that extra mile to ensure your trip is perfect! Give them a try.

Riviera Travel MS Thomas Hardy

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Absolutely brilliant, beautiful ship and excellent staff.

As above: excursions extremely interesting, with extremely knowledgeable guides,who made the history of their country come alive. Food consistently excellent and housekeeping staff always smiling and polite. When things didn't go to plan there was always an alternative which was well thought out and put into action.

Riviera Travel MS Riviera Radiance

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2023-09-20 12:18:09

I'm partly disabled, but the crew was fantastic, and had help where I needed it, instantly. This was my third time with Rivera Travel and I've loved everyone, looking forward to next year's cruise with Rivera Travel on the Rhine to Switzerland. You just unpack your case the once, and your clothes and bedroom go with you to see many different places, it's lovely waking up to a new view from your room. so relaxing. The ship was lovely a clean, and the food was to die for, no disappointment at all. By the second day, the crew could remember your name, even what drinks you liked to drink, nothing was too much bother. Lovely friendly atmosphere, I'm so pleased I chose to travel with Rivera Travel, looking forward to next year. See you soon, Margaret

Riviera Travel MS Douro Splendour

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