Splendours of Egypt & the Nile

The Splendours of Egypt & the Nile is a 11-night Middle East cruise aboard S.S. São Gabriel, operated by Uniworld River Cruises. Departing Cairo on January 23, 2027, the voyage visits 7 ports. Fares start from $19,124 per person.

Length: 11 nights
Departs: Jan 23, 2027
Returns: Feb 3, 2027
Ports of call: 7
Days at sea: 6

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Itinerary

Day 1 Jan 23, 2027 Cairo Cairo, Egypt’s sprawling capital, is set on the Nile River. At its heart is Tahrir Square and the vast Egyptian Museum, a trove of antiquities including royal mummies and gilded King Tutankhamun artifacts. Nearby, Giza is the site of the iconic pyramids and Great Sphinx, dating to the 26th century BC. In Gezira Island’s leafy Zamalek district, 187m Cairo Tower affords panoramic city views. Cairo port guide Search cruises visiting Cairo

Day 3 Jan 25, 2027 Luxor Safaga will set your imagination spinning as the gateway to Luxor. Head back to the start of human history and find yourself at Karnak’s staggering complex of temples. Let Egyptologists fill in the missing pieces at Luxor Temple, built with prolific pharaoh patronage. Sail high over the Valley of Kings on a private hot air balloon and go underground to unlock the mystery at Tutankhamun’s tomb. Pay respect to the only woman Pharaoh and salute Egypt’s most considerable, Colossi of Memnon. Sparkly Safaga Red Sea escapades to stony burial chambers, mighty monuments and expressive artistry – this region offers a millennia-old flavour of the world’s greatest ancient wonders. Luxor port guide Search cruises visiting Luxor

Luxor photo — Day 3 Jan 25, 2027 Luxor Safaga will set your imagination spinning as the gateway to Luxor. Head back to the start of human history and find yourself at Karnak’s staggering complex of temples. Let Egyptologists fill in the missing pieces at Luxor Temple, built with prolific pharaoh patronage. Sail high over the Valley of Kings on a private hot air balloon and go underground to unlock the mystery at Tutankhamun’s tomb. Pay respect to the only woman Pharaoh and salute Egypt’s most considerable, Colossi of Memnon. Sparkly Safaga Red Sea escapades to stony burial chambers, mighty monuments and expressive artistry – this region offers a millennia-old flavour of the world’s greatest ancient wonders. Luxor port guide Search cruises visiting Luxor

Day 6 Jan 28, 2027 Aswan Aswan, a city on the Nile River, has been southern Egypt’s strategic and commercial gateway since antiquity. It contains significant archaeological sites like the Philae temple complex, on Agilkia Island near the landmark Aswan Dam. Philae’s ruins include the columned Temple of Isis, dating to the 4th century B.C. Downriver, Elephantine Island holds the Temple of Khnum, from the Third Dynasty. ― Aswan port guide Search cruises visiting Aswan

Aswan photo — Day 6 Jan 28, 2027 Aswan Aswan, a city on the Nile River, has been southern Egypt’s strategic and commercial gateway since antiquity. It contains significant archaeological sites like the Philae temple complex, on Agilkia Island near the landmark Aswan Dam. Philae’s ruins include the columned Temple of Isis, dating to the 4th century B.C. Downriver, Elephantine Island holds the Temple of Khnum, from the Third Dynasty. ― Aswan port guide Search cruises visiting Aswan

Day 9 Jan 31, 2027 Esna Esther Nara Yoon, better known by her stage name Esna, is a Korean-American singer-songwriter active in South Korea. Her first extended play, eSNa The Singer, was released in October 2015. She has also written songs for other artists, including the 2014 hit single "Some". Esna port guide Search cruises visiting Esna

Esna photo — Day 9 Jan 31, 2027 Esna Esther Nara Yoon, better known by her stage name Esna, is a Korean-American singer-songwriter active in South Korea. Her first extended play, eSNa The Singer, was released in October 2015. She has also written songs for other artists, including the 2014 hit single "Some". Esna port guide Search cruises visiting Esna

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 91-day span: $12,509 · range $12,509–$19,124

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Ship

Your ship S.S. São Gabriel 6★ **1,500** GT **100** guests Built **2020** S.S. São Gabriel is the newest ship on the Douro river. Designed to embody the beautiful Douro River Valley region, this ship will offer more lavishly appointed suites than the Queen Isabel and bring the destination to life through its décor and delectable food and wine. Butler service will be added onboard, giving guests the option to dine at any time they’d like while enjoying the ship. S.S. São Gabriel ship guide Search cruises on S.S. São Gabriel

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