MS Historia

Experience sailing the Nile on board the luxurious MS Historia, the boutique hotel Nile Cruise. Sailing from Luxor and exploring impressive sites such as Luxor’s East and West Bank, Edfu and Kom Ombo, Egypt’s incredible history comes alive with each excursion and the support of your accompanying Egyptologist. The MS Historia has a modern and elegant design, with Egyptian inspired furniture throughout, the cruise embraces the life of high-brow society. Enjoy a truly memorable journey from Luxor to Aswan and experience some of Egypt’s most scenic and historical sights with top facilities and attentive staff. Enjoy the variety of facilities including the swimming pool, luxurious spa and sundeck.

Cruise Highlights:

  • Visit the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut
  • Explore the Kom Ombo Temple
  • Visit the High Dam and Temple of Philae
  • Discover Karnak and Luxor Temples

  • Guide Price:

  • £ 4,165 Per Person
  • Price Based On: 2 adults sharing a Upper Deck Cabin on Full Board, with return flights from London Heathrow, return private taxi transfers, 20kg baggage. See More

  • Duration:

  • 8 Days, 7 Nights

  • Board Basis:

  • Full Board

  • Star Rating:

  • 5 star

  • Cruise Type:

  • River Cruise

  • # of Cabins:

  • 36 cabins

  • Start / Finish:

  • Luxor - Aswan - Luxor

  • Departures:

  • This cruise departs on a weekly basis on a Monday from Luxor.
    (Subject to availability)

  • Optional Extras:

  • - Hot Air Balloon Ride
    - Abu Simbel by Road
    - Abu Simbel by Air

What's Included:

  • Itinerary:
  • Sample 7 Night Nile Cruise ItineraryView Full Itinerary

  • Meals Included:
  • 8 Days / 7 Nights: 7 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches & 8 Dinners. Starting with lunch on day of check in and ending with breakfast on check out day. Open buffet served during breakfast and lunch, a la carte menu during dinner (with the exception of the night of the Galabeya Party). Tea & coffee free of charge during meals inside the restaurant. Daily fresh juices during breakfast. Daily afternoon tea. One bottle of mineral water daily. Coffee machine and tea and coffee tray refilled daily. Free welcome drink and complimentary fruit basket upon arrival.

  • Guide:
  • English-speaking Egyptologist included

  • Excursions:
  • All excursions are included as per cruise itinerary below. (Except optional extras).

  • Entrance Fees:
  • Entrance Fees included as per cruise itinerary below

  • Assistance:
  • On-board 24-hour assistance available

  • Vehicles:
  • Minivan or coach depending on group size

  • Flights:
  • Return flights from your chosen UK airport with baggage included

  • Transfers:
  • Private transfer to/from airport on arrival and departure

  • WiFi:
  • Free WiFi

  • ATOL:
  • ATOL Protection


What's Not Included:

  • Tips:
  • Tips for guides and crew

  • VISA Fees:
  • VISA Fees - $25pp

Note: * The itinerary shown below might change depending on your arrival date. Please check at the time of booking. It may be necessary to amend the itinerary due to prevailing local circumstances. We will endeavour to provide you with as much notice as possible. As so many sites are visited, a Nile Cruise may not be suitable for the very elderly, people with walking difficulties or children. Please note that some excursions may take place very early in the morning. Optional excursions shown may be available to pre-book, and where a tour is capacity controlled and participants are limited it may be advisable to do so. All tours/activities/excursions are operated by local, independent suppliers and your contract will not be with us, but with them, subject to their terms and conditions. When booked locally we are not responsible for the availability, operation, or any risks that may be involved with these tours/activities/excursions.

Full Itinerary

Embarkation In Luxor

Day 1 | Monday

On arrival in Luxor you will check then enjoy your first lunch on board the MS Historia. In the afternoon there will be a cocktail reception. In the evening enjoy a luxurious dinner and entertainment. Overnight stay in Luxor.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

West Bank - Esna

Day 2 | Tuesday

In the morning, enjoy breakfast before you visit the West Bank, Valley of the Kings & Queens and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut (El-Deir El-Bahari). On return, you will have lunch on board the cruise, before the ship sails towards Esna. In the late afternoon, enjoy afternoon tea, before dinner. Overnight in Esna.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Esna - Edfu - Kom Ombo

Day 3 | Wednesday

Breakfast is served on board as you set sail towards Edfu. Visit the hidden gem of Edfu Temple. Enjoy lunch on board whilst continuing on to Kom Ombo. Once there you will visit the Kom Ombo Temple. Dinner will be served on board. Overnight in Kom Ombo.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Aswan

Day 4 | Thursday

Today you will set sail towards Aswan, whilst you enjoy breakfast and lunch on board. Once in Aswan you will then have a tour on the Nile by Felucca around Kitchener’s Island. Dinner will be served on board. Overnight in Aswan.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Aswan

Day 5 | Friday

Start your day with breakfast. Bask in the glory of the Obelisk and Philae Temple. Enjoy lunch on board followed by sunset cocktails. Optional Abu Simbel excursion. In the evening enjoy another delicious dinner and night of entertainment.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Aswan - Esna - Luxor

Day 6 | Saturday

In the morning you will sail to Kom Ombo enjoying breakfast and lunch on board, before sailing to Esna whilst you enjoy your afternoon tea. Overnight in Luxor.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Luxor

Day 7 | Sunday

In the morning following your breakfast you will visit the Karnak and Luxor Temples. Lunch, afternoon tea and dinner can then be enjoyed on board. Overnight in Luxor.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Luxor (Disembark)

Day 8 | Monday

Enjoy your final breakfast before disembarking.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Note: The cruise provider reserves the right to change the schedule, itinerary and sailing hours for reasons beyond control, such as water level, opening of bridges, long queues at locks, etc. during the cruise. It may be necessary to amend the itinerary due to prevailing local circumstances. We will endeavour to provide you with as much notice as possible. As so many sites are visited, a Nile Cruise may not be suitable for the very elderly, people with walking difficulties or children. Please note that some excursions may take place very early in the morning. Optional excursions shown may be available to pre-book, and where a tour is capacity controlled and participants are limited it may be advisable to do so. All tours/activities/excursions are operated by local, independent suppliers and your contract will not be with us, but with them, subject to their terms and conditions. When booked locally we are not responsible for the availability, operation, or any risks that may be involved with these tours/activities/excursions.

Cabins:

The MS Historia provides luxury cabins and a range of suites.

Luxury cabins include – Twin or double beds, Wi-Fi, Air Conditioning, Mini-Bar, LED Satellite Screen, Bathtub or Walk-In Shower, Hair Dryer, Safe, Tea & Coffee Facilities, Telephone, Laundry Service, In-Room Dining.

Interconnecting cabins and baby cots are available upon request.

Accessible Suite also available on request.


Dining And Entertainment :

Noria Restaurant - Serving full board, Noria Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as daily sunset snacks. The venue may change to the sun deck when the weather is suitable

Aura Bar & Lounge - Relax and unwind at Aura Bar & Lounge while you watch The Nile flow by. The best way to unwind and let loose after a day filled with sun-soaked exploration is a refreshing cocktail while enjoying your evening’s entertainment


Leisure Facilities:

Seneb Spa - offering a range of speciality treatments and services. The dedicated therapists are on hand throughout the journey to provide you with a personalized experience that you will not forget

24-hour gym with state-of-the-art equipment

Library

Sun deck

Swimming pool


Check-in & Check-out:

Check-in time: After 12:00 p.m.

Check-out time: Before 08:00 a.m.


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