15 Days Long Nile Cruise From Cairo to Aswan: Mövenpick MS Darakum

Day 1: Embark on the Ultimate Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Your unforgettable journey begins as you board the luxurious Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise in Cairo. After settling into your comfortable cabin, enjoy a delicious lunch on board, followed by a relaxing dinner. Spend the night in Cairo, surrounded by the beauty of the Nile.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Wonders of Cairo on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Start your day on board the Long Nile cruise form Cairo to Aswan with breakfast on board the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, followed by an exciting visit to the iconic Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. After lunch, immerse yourself in ancient history at the Egyptian Museum. In the evening, enjoy a flavorful Lebanese buffet for dinner as you relax on board, spending another night in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Dive into Ancient Egypt’s Rich History on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
After breakfast on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, venture to Memphis and Sakkara to explore ancient tombs and monuments. Following a Mediterranean-style lunch, dive deeper into Cairo's rich history with a visit to Coptic Cairo. In the evening, enjoy an authentic Oriental music show before returning to the cruise for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Sailing Toward Beni Suef on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Set sail towards Beni Suef early in the morning on your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, passing through Egypt’s picturesque landscapes. Relish a Mexican buffet lunch, followed by a BBQ dinner as you enjoy a live singer performance. Overnight in Beni Suef.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Journey to Minya on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Start your day with a leisurely breakfast on board the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise as you sail towards Minya. Explore this ancient city and enjoy a French-style lunch on board. In the evening, a folklore party will bring you closer to Egypt's vibrant culture, before returning to the ship for a restful night in Minya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Tuna El Gebel and Beni Hassan Tombs on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Early morning, visit Tuna El Gebel and Ashmunein, followed by lunch on board the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise. Discover the tombs of Beni Hassan, including Baqet III and Khety. Enjoy a dinner with Italian flavors before retiring for the night in Minya.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Discover the Legacy of Akhenaten on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Sail towards Tel El Amarna on your Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise and explore the tombs of Akhenaten and his royal family. After an English buffet lunch, continue your journey towards Assyut. Stop to admire the Prince Tawdrous Monastery from the cruise before enjoying a BBQ dinner and a traditional Galabia Party. Spend the night in Assyut.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Sail to Sohag on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Cruise towards Sohag after breakfast on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, enjoying an international buffet lunch on board. In the evening, savor an oriental buffet dinner before spending the night in Sohag.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Abydos Temple and Naga Hammadi on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Sail to El Balyana early in the morning on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise and visit the mystical Abydos Temple, the holy city of Osiris. Return to the boat for a Moroccan buffet lunch, then continue your journey towards Naga Hammadi. Enjoy a BBQ dinner as you settle in for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Dandarah Temple and Luxor on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Visit the famous Dandarah Temple in the morning, then sail towards Luxor on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise while enjoying an Asian buffet lunch. In the evening, indulge in street food sandwiches for dinner before overnighting in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Explore the West Bank of Luxor on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Visit the West Bank’s ancient treasures, including the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple. After lunch on board the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, enjoy a belly-dancing show during dinner as you unwind in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Karnak and Luxor Temples on the Long Nile Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
After breakfast on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, take in the grandeur of Karnak and Luxor Temples on the East Bank. Sail to Edfu after lunch, enjoying a set menu dinner on board. Overnight in Edfu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Visit Edfu and Kom Ombo on the Nile River Cruise from Cairo to Aswan
Begin your day with a visit to Edfu Temple, then set sail to Kom Ombo on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise for an Egyptian-style lunch. After a visit to the Kom Ombo Temple, enjoy a BBQ dinner before arriving in Aswan for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: High Dam and Philae Temple in Aswan
Explore the remarkable High Dam and Philae Temple after breakfast on the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, then visit the Nubian Museum in the afternoon. Enjoy a seafood buffet for lunch and a flambé dinner as you take in a Nubian party, ending the day in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15: Departure from Aswan
After a final breakfast on board the Mövenpick MS Darakum Nile Cruise, it’s time to disembark, bringing your "long Nile cruise from Cairo to Aswan" to a close.
Meals: Breakfast