Nile Cruises on the MS Florence

Picture of the MS Florence

Book this tour and recieve a free weekday ticket to the Tutankhamun Exhibition held at the London O2 Centre (Millenium Dome) until August 2008!

...You can't get Pharaoh than that!

With this tour you can combine a cultural cruise with some outstanding diving, making this the perfect Egyptian experience. Choose to add liveaboard or land based diving to the Nile cruise itinerary below:

M/S Florence

The fabulous M/S Florence is a five star vessel, 74 meters long and 12 wide . Grandeur Defined elegantly as you sail on board the M/S Florence. The vessel is equipped with the latest fire alarm protection system, laundry, international kitchen, and specially treated water.

Picture of dining area on the MS Florence

Nile Cruise Details:

 Nile Cruise Highlights:

 Nile Cruise Includes:

Picture of Cabin on the MS Florence

Itinerary

Day 01

You will transfer in a private A/C mini bus on the 5:00 a.m. convey from Hurghada to Luxor this day. Our representative will meet you at your hotel or other point in Hurghada and make your transfer. Upon arrival in Luxor you will transfer directly to your cruise ship for embarkation before 12:00 p.m. (noon). Guided tour on the East Bank: Karnak Temple - Luxor Temple - afternoon is free for leisure. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 02

Guided tour on the West Bank: Valley of the Kings – Queen Hatshepsut Temple – Colossi of Memnon Statue - sail to Esna - cross locks - sail to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.

Day 03

Guided tour of the Horus Temple - sail to Kom Ombo – guided tour of the Gods Sobek & Haroeris Temple - sail to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 04

Guided tour of the High Dam – Unfinished Obelisk - Philae Temple - felucca sail around Elephantine Island - Botanical Gardens - Agha Khan Mausoleum. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 05

Disembarkation after breakfast at 7:00 a.m. Our representative will meet you in the reception of the cruise ship and make a private transfer in an A/C mini bus for you from Aswan to Luxor in the 8:00 a.m. convey. Upon arrival in Luxor you will have a short rest and then transfer to Marsa Alam in the 2:00 p.m. convey. Upon arrival in Marsa Alam you will be transferred to either your hotel or the dive tour of your choice.

Please note: The Nile cruise part of your tour can be taken either before or after your diving tour.

Example tour:

Nile Cruise & Southern liveabaord

Arrive Hurghada - 1 night Hotel

Transfer to Luxor - Embark M/S Sun Florence at midday

4 nights / 5 days- Nile Cruise - Full board

Transfer from Aswan to Port Galib - M.Y. Blue Pearl liveaboard - St John's

7 nights full board & 6 days unlimited diving

Transfer from Blue Pearl to Hotel

2 nights Hotel B/B

Transfer to Hurghada Airport for flight home

Cost

Total cost of Example 1: £1365 per person inclusive of flights from Gatwick or Manchester.

Dates currently available for this tour include: 1st - 15th August 2008.

Check out the Blue Planet liveaboards, Southern Eco-Village & Wadi Lahami tour for your combination ideas.

Call us today and let us tailor make a tour combination that best suits you.

M/S Florence Specifications

The M/S Florence is a five star deluxe Deluxe Nile Cruise,

Four decks, each of the extra spacious staterooms offer an incredible 21 square meter of space
State rooms : 75 state rooms .The Florence also offer a a lounge Bar, Swimming pool with a built in Jacuzzi.