Egyptian jewels-both natural and manmade-will capture your mind and beguile your heart forever

Perfectly designed to blend the wonders of ancient and modern Egypt-as well as showcase the country's greatest natural and manmade treasures-this itinerary takes you across beautiful Lake Nasser to see mighty Abu Simbel, down the legendary Nile River, and into the heart of bustling Cairo. Discover ancient Egypt'smost exciting sites: the awe-inspiring Pyramids and mysterious Great Sphinx of Giza; the majestic Temples of Karnak and Luxor; the splendidly preserved Temple of Edfu; and Wadi El Seboua, the "Valley of the Lionesses." The Nubian jewels you'll find on this itinerary aren't available on any of our other tours.

Cruise onboard Prince Abbas across stunningly beautiful Lake Nasser-the world's largest artificial body of water. Along the way, encounter Nubian treasures and the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel-a 3,500-year-old complex displaying magnificent structures hewed from the rock during the rule of Ramses II and later rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. Visit the impressive Aswan High Dam that created this remarkably remote and unspoiled lake in the 1960s. Then transfer to the River Tosca to discover all the wonders the great Nile River Valley has to offer.

Who will enjoy this cruise: This trip provides the perfect blend of touring great Egyptian monuments, cruising Lake Nasser and the Nile River, and sightseeing in Cairo. It's a real connoisseur's delight of everything Egyptian-from famous cultural artifacts to unspoiled natural beauty.

Cruise Highlights include:

4-night Lake Nasser cruise (including Abu Simbel) onboard the Prince Abbas*

3-night Nile River cruise onboard the River Tosca in a beautifully appointed suite with a French balcony*

4 nights at the deluxe Cairo Marriott Hotel and Omar Khayyam Casino with a room overlooking the Nile (or similar), including buffet breakfast and all service charges, taxes, and porterage*

All meals onboard

Services of a professionally trained Egyptologist throughout your trip

Captivating excursions, fully hosted by an Egyptologist and English-speaking local guides

Exciting onboard entertainment, including a Galabeya party and a Nubian show

Scheduled air travel between Cairo/Aswan, Abu Simbel/Aswan, and Luxor/Cairo

Complimentary transfers throughout your cruise/tour and on arrival and departure days

Note: The Prince Abbas may not have the same amenities as the River Tosca.
*Hotel and ship are subject to change

Hotel Upgrade: An upgrade will be available from the Cairo Marriott to the Four Seasons Nile Plaza Hotel in Cairo from $799 per person, based on double occupancy; from $1,599 for a single. Price is based on the Nile view room.