Hospitality is the keyword on board this modern stylish 5* deluxe Nile cruiser. You are assured of a warm and friendly welcome and attentive service in a relaxed atmosphere on board El Fostate which has an enchanting mix of traditional and modern.
Facilities including a tastefully furnished, bright and spacious lounge and bar area, plunge pool on the sundeck where you can lay by the pool and enjoy the sights of sounds of Egypt.
The cruise is fully escorted by a qualified English speaking Egyptologist who will be on hand to guide you through the fabulous historic sights.
Dining is relaxed and informal in sophisticated surroundings where International and Oriental cuisine is offered buffet style. With air-conditioning through-out this all suite cruiser with its bright and comfortable accommodation exudes charm and an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication.
Opinion: A welcoming atmosphere and friendly service makes you feel at home throughout your stay.
El Fostate Nile cruise 7 night itinerary
Day 1 – Wednesday
Met and transferred from Luxor airport to your cruise vessel, check into your suite on board and freshen up for dinner and overnight stay in Luxor.
Day 2 – ThursdayEarly morning visit to the West Bank to the Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Afternoon sailing to Esna where the boat will navigate the lock before sailing on to Edfu where it will dock overnight.
Day 3 – FridayMorning Visit to Edfu where you will visit the extraordinary Temple of Horus, the mythical son of Isis and Osiris. Here, according to myth, Horus avenged the murder of his father Osiris by defeating his father’s Brother Seth in combat. Sail on to Kom Ombo to visit the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris and then onto Aswan for the night.
Day 4 - Saturday Visit the High Dam – finished in 1971; it has ensured up to three harvests a year. The Unfinished Obelisk – still rooted to the bedrock of pink granite and the Temple of Isis on Philae Island. In the afternoon, Relax and enjoy a trip in a traditional felluca around Elephantine Island which will lead you to the Botanical Gardens on General Kitchener island given as a gift in 1890. Evening Show with the Nubian dance troop. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 5 – Sunday Morning at leisure for those not taking the Optional Abu Simbel trip, a chance to lay in the sun, or wonder around the busy city of Aswan. Optional excursion to the ancient wonder of Abu Simbel by road or air. Afternoon, set sail to Esna and overnight. Party night on board ship.
Day 6 – Monday
Visit the partly excavated Temple of Khnum at Esna. Dedicated to the ram- headed god Khnum, who was the patron god of the cataracts, who is said to have fashioned mankind from Nile clay on his potter’s wheel. Sail back to Luxor and overnight. Overnight in Luxor with an optional Karnak Sound and Light show priced at £20.00 pp.
Day 7 – TuesdayEast Bank tour which combines a visit to Luxor Temple, originally joined to Karnak by an avenue of sphinxes and Karnak temple which covers a huge area and includes several temples, the largest being the Temple of Amun. Evening the famous Belly dance show on board. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 8 – WednesdayChange over day check-out 11.30 AM. Transfer to Luxor international airport for your return flight to the UK.
Please Note: The order or content of your itinerary may have to be amended due to lock closures, low water levels or any other unforeseeable circumstances. Due to the increasing number of boats on the Nile, at some docking points boats are moored side by side obstructing the view from cabins.
General Information: Occasionally, due to operational difficulties a change of vessel can occur. However, the sightseeing itinerary will remain the same.
Traditionally, a tip is expected at the rate of £4.00 per person per night which includes coach drivers, bell boys, housekeeping staff, crew, bar/restaurant staff and all off the boat tipping. Additional tipping is not expected. Credit cards are not accepted on board Nile Cruisers.
14th March 2008
Nile Cruises 
