11-night Middle East cruise on S.S. Maria Theresa

The Splendours of Egypt & the Nile is a 11-night Middle East cruise aboard S.S. Maria Theresa, operated by Uniworld River Cruises. Departing Cairo on February 20, 2027, the voyage visits 7 ports.

Length: 11 nights
Departs: Feb 20, 2027
Returns: Mar 3, 2027
Ports of call: 7
Days at sea: 6

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Day 1 Feb 20, 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 Feb 22, 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 Feb 22, 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 Feb 25, 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 Feb 25, 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 Feb 28, 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 Feb 28, 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

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Name	Supplier code	Type
French Balcony	A	Balcony
French Balcony	B	Balcony
Deluxe Balcony	DB	Balcony
Deluxe French Balcony	DFB	Balcony
Deluxe French Balcony	DLX	Balcony
French Balcony	FB	Balcony
Signature French Balcony	SB	Balcony
Signature French Balcony	SFB	Balcony
Outside Cabin	4	Oceanview
Outside Cabin	5	Oceanview
Classic	C	Oceanview
Deluxe	D	Oceanview
Suite	1	Suite
Grand Suite	2	Suite
Royal Suite	3	Suite
Colonial Suite	CS	Suite
Grand Suite	GS	Suite
Heritage Suite	HS	Suite
Maharaja Suite	MS	Suite
Royal Suite	RS	Suite
Suite	S	Suite
Signature Suite	SS	Suite
Viceroy Suite	VS	Suite

Ship

Your ship S.S. Maria Theresa 6★ **1,500** GT **150** guests Built **2015** One of Europe's most beloved and longest reigning monarchs, the great Habsburg ruler Maria Theresa, was so extraordinary that we built an entire Super Ship in her honor. Named "Best New River Ship" by Cruise Critic editors her maiden season, the S.S. Maria Theresa features ultra-luxurious accommodations and an array of thoughtful personal touches, ensuring a truly indulgent and unforgettable voyage along the Danube and Main Rivers S.S. Maria Theresa ship guide Search cruises on S.S. Maria Theresa

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