Avalon Waterways offers a four-night Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor. The company has gained recognition from "Budget Travel" and won a 2009 Magellan Award from "Travel Weekly." The ship anchors frequently to allow guests to see the sights, including the Temple of Isis, the Temple of Horus, Luxor Temple, Egyptian bazaars and Karnak. The cruise provides guided tours of the Valley of Kings and the Valley of Queens. Meals and a welcome drink are included in the price. This cruise departs weekly throughout 2010 and 2011.
Avalon Waterways
5301 South Federal Circle
Littleton, CO 80123
877-797-8791
avalonwaterways.com
Sonesta's Nile Goddess takes cruisers on three-, four- or seven-night trips down the Nile between Aswan and Luxor. Cruises visit famous Egyptian sites, including Karnak, Luxor Temple, Kom Ombo Temple and a sail around Kitchener's Island. Meals and daily afternoon tea are included in the cost of the cruise. Cruises entertain guests with disco nights, while other nights feature more cultural entertainment, such as a Nubian folkloric show. The Nile Goddess departs every three to four days throughout 2010 and 2011.
Sonesta Nile Cruises
3 El Tayaran Street
Nasr City, Cairo
Egypt
20 2 2262 8111
sonesta.com
Travcotels cruise liners have luxurious interior design to make a cruise down the Nile as comfortable as possible. Featured cruises are three, four, five or seven nights long. They typically depart from Aswan and visit Philae Temple and Kom Ombo. A horse and carriage takes guests to the Temple of Horace for a guided tour. Guests also have time to browse local bazaars for souvenirs. Even the shortest tours visit the Valley of the Kings and Queens. Buffet meals and daily tea are included in the price. Guests who want pampering can pay for laundry services or a massage on board. Cruises depart several times a week.
Travcotels
26th July Corridor
Sheikh Zayed City, Giza
Egypt
202 38 543 222
travcotels.com
