Movenpick Royal Lily River Cruise Boat
The Movenpick MS Royal Lily River Cruise Boat is the newest boat in the Movenpick Nile cruises, offers a great chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Nile banks and see the magnificent temples and tombs of the ancient civilization of the Egyptian pharaohs. Travel along the waters of the Nile and get a firsthand experience of the being in an exotic journey. Join us as we sail along the most beautiful river in the world the Nile cruising between Luxor and Aswan. An array of activities is offered to ensure an unforgettable cruise experience in the true Movenpick style. The flagship cruiser benefits from the very latest marine engineering and navigation technology, and is certified to the highest international standards for safety and comfort and is operated by an experienced and professional crew.
Itineraries
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MS Movenpick Royal Lily, Amenities
Cabins and Amenities
The Movenpick MS Royal Lily River Cruise Boat boasts of amenities and accommodations that is simply world class and top of the line 56 Cabins and 4 Suites every cabin features a large panoramic window, centralized air-conditioning with individual room controls, private bathroom with bath tub and hairdryer and shaver plug, a safe deposit box for safekeeping of valuables, a spacious luggage rack, internal telephone with GSM lines, TV with in-house video channels and music system channels as well as a mini bar.
Dining and Entertainment
It has dining and entertainment areas including a Lounge Bar with Dancing Area featuring a large panoramic view at the lounge. Also included is a rectangular shape pool located on the spacious sundeck, a fully equipped gymnasium and massage room, a huge dining area with Bedouin style seating & bridge tables, Reading & Internet corner, Jewelry & Gift Shop, Movenpick Ice bar and availability of laundry service.
4 days and 3 Nights from Aswan to Luxor (Every Wednesday)
Day 1: Arrive Aswan start of Nile Cruise
As you arrive at Aswan airport or at the local train station, a 123egypttours.com representative will meet & greet you. There you will be transferred via a private air-conditioned vehicle to the Movenpick Royal Lotus Nile Cruiser for the start of the cruise at 11am. Lunch will be served onboard before starting a day tour in the afternoon with a personal tour guide. The town of Aswan in Upper Egypt marked the southern boundary of Ancient Egypt. It is one of the most beautiful places in the country with the town located on the east bank and the desert coming right to the Nile on the west bank. Spend the night in the Aswan while aboard the ship.
Day 2: Day Tour in Kom Ombo and Edfu
Enjoy breakfast on board the cruise while sailing to Kom Ombo to visit Temple shared by two gods Sobek god of fertility and creator of the world and Haroeris also known as Horus the Elder. Return aboard the ship to have lunch while sailing to Edfu, located on the west bank of the Nile River between Esna and Aswan. Edfu is known for the major Ptolemaic temple, built between 237 BCE and 57 BCE, into the reign of Cleopatra VII the temple of Horus. Have tea Afternoon during the sail to Esna. Have dinner on board and overnight on your Nile Cruise Ship.
Day 3: Day Tour of Luxor
After an enjoyable breakfast aboard your Nile cruise ship while sailing to Luxor with lunch on board the vessel. Upon reaching Luxor, you will be accompanied for a tour to visit East Bank of the Nile in Luxor to the Karnak and Luxor temples. You will be transferred back to the Nile cruise ship for afternoon tea and dinner on board with overnight aboard the Nile cruise vessel in Luxor.
Day 4: Day Tour of West Bank in Luxor
Disembarkation after breakfast, pay a visit to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor. Prepare for an excursion to the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Queen Hatshepsut at El Deir EL Bahari and the massive Colossi Memnon with free time for leisure and a great shopping opportunity. You will then you will be transferred to Luxor airport or train station for departure.
5 days and 4 Nights from Luxor to Aswan (Every Wednesday)
Day 1: Arrival in Luxor start of the Cruise
Upon arrival at Luxor airport or at the local train station, a 123egypttours.com representative will welcome and you. You will be transferred via a private air-conditioned vehicle to the Movenpick Royal Lily Nile Cruiser for embarkation and start of the cruise at 11am. Lunch will be served onboard before starting a day tour in the afternoon with a personal tour guide. Start by visiting the Eastern Bank of the River Nile, home of the Karnak an important place of worship. The area around Karnak was the ancient Egyptian Ipet-isut ("The Most Selected of Places") and the main place of worship of the eighteenth dynasty Theban Triad with the god Amun as its head. It is home as well of Luxor Temples known as ipet resyt, or "the southern sanctuary", the temple was dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Chons and was built during the New Kingdom. Dinner and overnight accommodation aboard the cruise ship while docked in Luxor.
Day 2: Day tour in Luxor’s Western Bank
After having breakfast aboard the vessel, you will be transferred to the West Bank of the River Nile in Luxor to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir EL Bahari and the massive Colossi Memnon. Return to the cruise for lunch, afternoon tea while sailing to Edfu via Esna Lock. Dinner and overnight stay on board the Nile cruise vessel at Edfu.
Day 3: Day Tour in Edfu and Kom Ombo
Enjoy breakfast on board the Nile cruise vessel then you will be accompanied by your tour guide to visit Horus Temple at Edfu. Then transfer to the cruise to sail to Kom Ombo with lunch on board the cruise – Visit the Temple shared by the two Gods Sobek and Haroeris at Kom Ombo and then continue sailing to Aswan. The evening meals will be served and overnight accommodation aboard the ship while it is docked in Aswan.
Day 4: Day Tour in Aswan
The town of Aswan is located in Upper Egypt marked the southern boundary of Ancient Egypt. It is one of the most beautiful places in the country with the town located on the east bank and the desert coming right to the Nile on the west bank. South of Aswan is the Old Dam built around the turn of the century and later increased in height. Just south of the dam is the beautiful island temple complex of Philae. Enjoy a visit to the Botanical garden by felucca overnight in Aswan on board the Nile cruise ship.
Day 5: End of Cruise Tour
Disembark right after breakfast and enjoy some free time for leisure in Aswan on your own. Transfer to the Aswan airport or train station for final departure.
Nile Cruise Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions
Meet and assist personalized service upon arrival & departure.
Assistance of 123EgyptTours.com personnel during your stay and excursions.
All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
Accommodation on board 5 star cruise on full board basis.
All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan.
Egyptologist guide during your excursions.
All taxes and service fees.
Exclusions
Tipping for the staff (not obligatory).
The Movenpick MS Royal Lily River Cruise Boat Adventure Tour will not cover any extras and personal expenses.
