Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Luxor
The town of Luxor is located on the east bank of the River Nile, the start or end to many Nile Cruise itineraries. It offers a range of accommodation, restaurants, a museum, an interesting souq and is home to some of Egypt’s most visited and famous sites.
Luxor offers plenty of activities to keep one busy, whether staying for a couple of days or longer.
From Luxor, cruises on the Nile begin or end and it is a short journey, either by road or by boat, to the west bank of the Nile and the sights of the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, and Hatshepsut Temple. On the east bank, Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple are easily visited by calèche or by taxi.
The Valley of the Kings
The Valley of the Kings is an ancient burial site. Of the 62 known tombs, only 11 have electricity, the most famous being that of Tutankhamun. The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a short walk or a taxi ride from the Valley of the Kings and it has been heralded as “the finest building in Egypt”. Together they make a wonderful half-day excursion.
It is also possible to sail on a “Felucca”, which is a traditional working boat, which, in the majority of cases, have retired from industry, and now work in tourism. Some people opt to sail as far as Edfu in these boats, whilst others will prefer the more comfortable cruise boats. A four-day programme on the Nile will include the sites at Luxor, will stop on route at Edfu and Kom Ombo, before finally reaching Aswan.
Experiences
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Egypt
Highlights of Egypt including a Nile Cruise
This classic Egypt holiday takes in the iconic highlights of the country, staying in historic properties that add to the sense of history and place. Begin in Cairo, moving between the bustle of bazaars and museums and the contrasting desert setting of…
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Egypt
Luxury Egypt with Oberoi Zahra
This holiday offers the perfect combination of a luxury cruise down the River Nile while taking in some of the best known Egyptian archaeological and historical sites. Expect personalised service and private guiding by expert Egyptologists.
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Egypt
Highlights of Egypt including a Nile Cruise
This classic Egypt holiday takes in the iconic highlights of the country, staying in historic properties that add to the sense of history and place. Begin in Cairo, moving between the bustle of bazaars and museums and the contrasting desert…
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Egypt
Luxury Egypt with Oberoi Zahra
This holiday offers the perfect combination of a luxury cruise down the River Nile while taking in some of the best known Egyptian archaeological and historical sites. Expect personalised service and private guiding by expert Egyptologists.
Egypt
Sofitel Winter Palace
The Sofitel Winter Palace on the banks of the Nile was once the private residence of King Farouk of Egypt and has hosted royalty and celebrities. Designed like an English stately home, this 19th-century palace is…
Egypt
The Oberoi Zahra
Oberoi Zahra is a contemporary boat with simple and elegant décor. Each of the 25 Luxury Cabins has expansive views of the river framed by large picture windows and the two elegant suites offer extremely spacious…
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Aswan
Aswan is as far south as you can go before entering the desert, Nubia and Sudan.
Cairo
Cairo is a bustling metropolis, a cosmopolitan city, and not only home to the Great Pyramid of Giza it is the largest…
Alexandria
The second-largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean", has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle…
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