New! Ancient Egypt & the Nile River
Ancient Egypt & the Nile River
94% of travelers rated this trip excellent
The overall traveler excellence rating is based on the results of post trip surveys completed by travelers who have taken this trip. Travelers can choose to rate their experience “excellent,” “good,” “fair,” and “poor;” this percentage indicates how many travelers rated their experience “excellent.” More than 70% of travelers complete this survey after returning from their trip. Travelers rate excellence across their entire travel experience, focusing on the categories below:
- Trip Experience Leader: 97% of travelers rated their Trip Experience Leader “excellent,” citing his or her facilitation of people-to-people interactions, communication skills, and overall performance.
- Learning & Discovery: 95% of travelers rated the learning and discovery activities on this adventure “excellent,” citing its authentic cultural experiences and controversial conversations.
- Solo Women Excellence: 93% of solo women travelers who joined us independently or shared a room with a mother, daughter, sister, or friend rated their experience on this adventure “excellent.”
NEW: Activity Level
Our NEW Activity Level rating system ranks our trips on a scale of 1 (easiest) to 5 (most difficult) to help you determine if a trip is right for you. The information below is a general guide to our rating system, but see our itineraries for much more detailed physical activity information about each trip.
Activity Level 1:
Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 25 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 1-2 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last at least 1-2 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 2:
Moderately Easy
Travelers should be able to climb 40 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 2-3 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for at least 2-3 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.
Activity Level 3:
Moderate
Travelers should be able to climb 60 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 3 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 3 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 5,000 to 7,000 feet.
Activity Level 4:
Moderately Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 80 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 4 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 7,000 to 9,000 feet.
Activity Level 5:
Strenuous
Travelers should be able to climb 100 or more stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 8 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 4 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 10,000 feet or more.
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InterContinental Cairo Semiramis
Hotel amenities include a number of restaurants and bars, a rooftop pool, and a fitness center. Each room features a balcony with a view of the Nile River, air conditioning, satellite TV and radio, mini-bar, a direct-dial phone, and complimentary wireless Internet.
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis
Room with one queen-sized bed
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis
Enjoy meals at the hotel restaurant
InterContinental Cairo Semiramis
Take a dip in the hotel swimming pool
Weather permitting, take in views of the Nile on the Aten (Sun) Deck
Akhenaten Deck cabin with private balcony
Open-seating dining room
Bar & lounge
The Nefertiti features five passenger decks with a variety of public spaces, including outdoor seating and dining areas, a bar & lounge, and a dining rooms. Cabins are located on three of the levels. While all 40 cabins feature private balconies, each of the available categories offers its own advantages.
Take in views of daily Egyptian life from your seat on the Aten (Sun) Deck. As you sail, sit back and let the rhythm of everyday life along the river wash over you. Witness Cairo’s graceful felucca sailboats gliding past—while on the opposite bank, a farmer tends to his cattle and children splash in the shallows nearby.
Experience your small ship sailing in and out of Egyptian ports from your private balcony on the Akhenaten Deck. Plus, your cabin is located with easy access to the Sun Deck, so you can make your way topside for panoramic views.
Category A — Single Beds
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
Category A — Double Bed
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
The Meritaten Deck also features a private balcony for two in each cabin, so you can take in views of the Nile from the upper deck. To cool off from the warmth of the Egyptian sun, head one level up to the covered open deck or the dipping pool.
Category B — Single Beds
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
Category B — Double Bed
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
On the Tutankhamun Deck, which also features a private balcony, you’re in close proximity to the reception area and bar & lounge. For relaxation, the lounge features inviting leather couches and soft chairs. When it’s time for meals, head down to our large, open-seating dining room.
Category C — Single Beds
- Located on-level with the bar & lounge and one level above the restaurant
- Standard twin cabins, 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located on-level with the bar & lounge and one level above the restaurant
- Standard twin cabins, 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
The Amarna Deck features the open-seating restaurant, where you'll gather with your fellow travelers to dine on regional specialties and American favorites.
Grand Hyatt Amman
Centrally located on one of the city's prominent hills, the Grand Hyatt Amman offers travelers a comfortable and convenient stay.
Grand Hyatt Amman
Each room features a flat-screen TV, wireless Internet, mini bar, air conditioning, and in-room safe.
Grand Hyatt Amman
Enjoy a meal in the on-site restaurant.
Grand Hyatt Amman
Take a dip in the outdoor pool.
Grand Hyatt Amman
Relax with fellow travelers in the bar/lounge.
Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
Each air-conditioned room features cable/satellite TV, a telephone, a safe, a refrigerator, wireless Internet, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer.
Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
Room with one queen-sized bed
Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
Take a dip in the hotel swimming pool
Movenpick Resort & Spa Dead Sea
Main common area
Helnan Royal Hotel
Each room offers a view of the sea from a private balcony and includes complimentary wireless Internet and private bathroom
Helnan Royal Hotel
Room with two double beds
Helnan Royal Hotel
Main common area
Helnan Royal Hotel
Other amenities include five hotel restaurants, a sauna, and a fitness center
Le Meridien Airport Hotel
Directly connected to Terminal 3, the Meridien Airport Hotel allows you to step out of your comfortable room into Cairo Airport.
Le Meridien Airport Hotel
Room with two double beds
Enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant
Le Meridien Airport Hotel
Room with a double bed
Le Meridien Airport Hotel
Relax in the outdoor pool
Crowne Plaza Amman
There are 279 air-conditioned rooms, each with satellite TV, complimentary wireless Internet, and private bath with hair dryer.
Crowne Plaza Amman
Room with two twin beds
Crowne Plaza Amman
Spacious lobby lounge area
Crowne Plaza Amman
One of the hotel's three restaurants
Crowne Plaza Amman
Take a refreshing dip in the outdoor sswimming pool
Dan Panorama Jerusalem
Each room features air conditioning, wireless Internet access, a minibar, and private bath with hair dryer.
Dan Panorama Jerusalem
Room with a double bed
Dan Panorama Jerusalem
Room with king bed
Dan Panorama Hotel
Relax by the pool
Dan Panorama Hotel
Spacious lobby and reception area
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Weather permitting, take in views of the Nile on the Aten (Sun) Deck
Akhenaten Deck cabin with private balcony
Open-seating dining room
Bar & lounge
The Nefertiti features five passenger decks with a variety of public spaces, including outdoor seating and dining areas, a bar & lounge, and a dining rooms. Cabins are located on three of the levels. While all 40 cabins feature private balconies, each of the available categories offers its own advantages.
Take in views of daily Egyptian life from your seat on the Aten (Sun) Deck. As you sail, sit back and let the rhythm of everyday life along the river wash over you. Witness Cairo’s graceful felucca sailboats gliding past—while on the opposite bank, a farmer tends to his cattle and children splash in the shallows nearby.
Experience your small ship sailing in and out of Egyptian ports from your private balcony on the Akhenaten Deck. Plus, your cabin is located with easy access to the Sun Deck, so you can make your way topside for panoramic views.
Category A — Single Beds
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
Category A — Double Bed
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the Sun Deck and on-level with the dipping pool and covered open deck
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
The Meritaten Deck also features a private balcony for two in each cabin, so you can take in views of the Nile from the upper deck. To cool off from the warmth of the Egyptian sun, head one level up to the covered open deck or the dipping pool.
Category B — Single Beds
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
Category B — Double Bed
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located one level below the dipping pool and one level above the bar & lounge
- Standard twin cabins, approximately 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- One double bed
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
On the Tutankhamun Deck, which also features a private balcony, you’re in close proximity to the reception area and bar & lounge. For relaxation, the lounge features inviting leather couches and soft chairs. When it’s time for meals, head down to our large, open-seating dining room.
Category C — Single Beds
- Located on-level with the bar & lounge and one level above the restaurant
- Standard twin cabins, 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
- Located on-level with the bar & lounge and one level above the restaurant
- Standard twin cabins, 260 sq. ft.
- Small private balcony with table and chairs, 47 sq. ft.
- Two single beds (single beds cannot be pushed together)
- Private bath with shower including shampoo, soap, and hair dryer
- Flat screen TV
- In-room mini refrigerator, table, and chairs
- In-room safe
- All cabins are non-smoking
The Amarna Deck features the open-seating restaurant, where you'll gather with your fellow travelers to dine on regional specialties and American favorites.
