MS Esmeralda Nile Cruise
Nile, Egypt
At a Glance
One of the best value for entry-level luxury Nile Cruise
Offering a wide varieties of cuisines include Chinese, Italian and Egyptian.
Spacious option starts from 25sqm for the entry-level
Relatively intimate size of only 62 cabins and suites
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Egypt has year-round sun, and almost no rain. Daytime temperatures range from pleasantly warm in the winter to very hot in the summer. Northerly cities such as Cairo and Alexandria are generally about 5ºC cooler than southerly areas such as Aswan and Abu Simbel. Nights in the desert can be extremely cold.
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Description
MS Esmeralda Nile Cruise sails on the Nile river between Luxor and Aswan cities in Egypt. A great way to discover the treasures of Ancient Egypt in first class style.
The MS Esmeralda Nile cruise offers a first class cruising experience on the Nile. Choose between a three night cruise (Aswan – Luxor), a four night cruise (Luxor – Aswan) or a seven nights cruise tour from Aswan and Luxor as well.
The Esmeralda Nile cruise features luxurious 2 Presidential suites,16 King size cabin and also 44 twin cabins. All cabins and suites equipped with individual controlled air conditioning system, a direct dial telephone line, LED TV and a mini bar. Guests on the Presidential suites will enjoy the private Jacuzzi and a panoramic view of the Nile.
The Garnet restaurant offers a mouth-watering international cuisines and a fine selection of local and imported wines. Breakfast and lunch is an open buffet option with a wide selection of dishes and dinner is on an a la carte menu. There is a also a Ruby bar hosting various entertainment shows and events.
A swimming pool is available on-board which allow you to escape away from the heat with a refreshing swim. Other facilities includes spa, gym, salon, library and a souvenir bazaar.
Experiences
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4 Nights Nile Cruise
Experience the legendary river, passing through Egyptian heritage sites, including the West Bank as well as the temples of Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae. In Aswan, sail by traditional Felucca to Agha Khan.
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Aswan Dam
Understand the history of the famous Aswan Dam.
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Best of West Bank
Take a morning motorboat into the West Bank. Explore 3 tombs in Valley of the Kings, Hatchepsut Temple, King Tutankhamun's Tomb and Queen Nefertari's Tomb. Time permitting, you can also explore another 3 tombs in the Valley of the Queens.
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Colossi of Memnon
The Colossi of Memnon are two huge stone statues, which are all that remains of the Temple of the hedonistic Amenophis III.
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Hot Air Balloon Sunrise
Enjoy sunrise over the West Bank for a view of the valley on a hot air balloon.
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Karnak Temple
Located at the northern end of the town of Luxor, the Karnak Temple has three main sacred areas that honour three gods: Montu, an ancient local warrior god; Amun, the chief god of Thebes; and the goddess Mut, wife of Amun.
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Luxor Museum
Luxor Museum is home to a small but very high quality collection of Egyptian antiquities. The collection includes grave goods from the tomb of Tutankhamen.
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Medinet Habu
Make a trip to the West Bank to visit the Medinet Habu. This was Ramses III’s magnificent mortuary temple (1550–332 BC).
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Nubian Museum
The indigenous people of Upper (southern) Egypt and the north of Sudan are known as Nubians, and the Nubian Museum shows off the culture, history and art from ancient times until the present day. The building housing the museum is of local architecture.
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Sail Aswan by Felucca
Sail the Nile by felucca passing through sights such as Agha Khan Mausoleum, Kitchener's Island and ending at Elephantine Island, where you will enjoy afternoon tea with a view.
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Sail to Aswan Botanical Garden
For those with longer time, extend your felucca sail and drop off at the Botanical Garden for a stroll.
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Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple
Enjoy a spectacular evening at the Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple.
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Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple
A spectacular hour-long show telling the story of Isis and Osiris at the beautiful Temple of Philae, set on an island in the middle of the River Nile.
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Temple of Dendarah
Visit to the Temple of Dendarah, dedicated to Hathor, Goddess of Music, Love and Joy.
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Temple of Horus & Kom Ombo
As you make your way between Luxor and Aswan, make a visit to Temple of Horus in Edfu as well as Kom Ombo, where you will find a huge temple dedicated to the God Sobek and Harocies.
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Temple of Khnum at Esna
The Greco-Roman Temple of Khnum at Esna contains the beautifully preserved Great Hypostyle Hall.
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Temple of Philae
The Temple of Philae is a superb temple complex dedicated to the goddess Isis.
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Tomb & Mummy of King Tutankhamun
Visit the final resting place of the world-renowned Egyptian pharaoh, King Tutankhamun.
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Tomb of King Seti I
We bring you out from the standard tourist circuit to Tomb of Seti I, is the best decorated and longest tomb in Valley of the Kings.
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Tomb of Queen Nefertari
Visit the Tomb of Nefertari, often referred to as the Sistine Chapel of Ancient Egypt.
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Unfinished Obelisk
Take in the impressively gigantic Unfinished Obelisk.
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Valley of the Artisans
Valley of the Artisans or Deir Al Madina hosts some of the lesser-known tombs of the workers, who have built some of the most colourful and most-preserved tombs in Luxor area, which surprisingly rival the tombs of the kings!
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Valley of the Kings & Hatchepsut Temple
For over a thousand years, the kings of the New Kingdom (1500-1070 BC.) were buried in the Valley of the Kings. You will cover temple of Queen Hatchepsut and 3 tombs in the Valley of the Kings.
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Valley of the Nobles
The Nobles' Tombs are located close to the Valley of the Kings and Queens, in the Theban Necropolis near Luxor.
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Valley of the Queens
The Valley of the Queens is a place near Luxor where wives of Pharaohs were buried in ancient times.
Location & directions
Nile, Egypt
Four night cruises depart from Luxor, while three night cruises depart from Aswan. Esmeralda Nile also offers seven nights cruise tour from Aswan and Luxor as well.
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