AmaWaterways have released their new brochure 2021-2022, titled The Secrets of Egypt & The Nile along with the launch of a new river cruise ship called AmaDahlia with a detailed 11-night itinerary, set to begin from Cairo
The itinerary starts from September 2021 and comprises land and river journeys, encompassing guided on-shore excursions in small groups. There are 17 departures planned for 2021 and 38 in 2022, with a seven-night roundtrip from Luxor temple, where they will uncover the stories and treasures, that have shaped the country?s past, and influenced its future.
AmaDahlia will be the 25th luxury river cruise ship, following in the line of the AmaWaterways' tradition of friendly service and elegant vessels.
The ship can host 68 guests at a time, including two restaurants, 18 staterooms and 16 suites (including four panorama suites), at the front of the ship. Guests will be able to marvel at Egypt?s desert hills, lush oases and ancient monuments through AmaWaterways? signature twin balconies, which feature both, French and an outside balcony. Apart from the river cruise journey, guests will spend three nights pre-cruise and one-night post-cruise at the five-star hotel, Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at The First Residence.
Highlights of The Secrets of Egypt & The Nile itinerary include:
-A visit to the Egyptian Museum, to appreciate the unique collection of pharaonic art, including mummies and the priceless treasures of Tutankhamen
-A tour of the monuments at the UNESCO-designated ancient capital of Memphis, including the statue of Ramses II, Step Pyramid of King Zoser, the Great Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza
-A visit to the Valley of the Kings and Queens, home to the mummified remains of more than 30 queens and princesses, including exclusive access to the tomb of Queen Nefertari
-An optional excursion to visit more than 3,000-year-old Temples of Abu Simbel, dedicated to Egypt's greatest pharaoh, Ramses II
-An exclusive visit to a Nubian village, with lunch, and a sunset sail in Aswan on a traditional felucca, a wooden sailboat commonly used in Egypt
-A special private farewell lunch at the Abdeen Presidential Palace, considered one of the most luxurious palaces in the world
-A taste of traditional, locally sourced Egyptian cuisine at The Main Restaurant and The Chef?s Table, with a delectable seven-course tasting menu, each evening on board; plus, lunch at the famous Naguib Mahfouz Caf? in the Khan El Khalili bazaar and the historic Mena House Hotel
For guests who would like to extend their stay in the region, the new e-brochure provides three optional land programmes, led by AmaWaterways? cruise managers, which includes three pre-cruise nights in Dubai, or four nights in Jordan (Amman and Petra) or post-cruise four nights in Israel (Jerusalem)
AmaWaterways are offering their agent partners an opportunity to have their own co-branded version of the The Secrets of Egypt & The Nile 2021-2022 e-brochure. Interested agents should speak to their local business development manager or email agencysupport@amawaterways.com.
?River cruising is an excellent way to experience a destination, especially Egypt, where one of the oldest civilisations in the world began along the banks of the Nile River,? said Kristin Karst, executive vice president and co-founder of AmaWaterways. ?I distinctly remember my first trip to Egypt?learning so much about its fascinating history, relishing in the magical sunsets and being mesmerised by the spectacular colours on display in the local markets. I cannot wait to return, and for our guests to meet the welcoming Egyptian people, who so proudly share their stories,? he adds.
For more information visit: https://www.amawaterways.com/destination/egypt-river-cruises/2021/secrets-of-egypt-the-nile
To view the brochure, visit https://www.amawaterways.co.uk/river-cruise-brochures
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