M/S Zahra
Explore the Nile in unparalleled luxury on the M/S Zahra. Discover ancient monuments, temples and five thousand years of Egyptian culture during a leisurely cruise.
The 25 luxury cabins are tastefully appointed with timber floors and elegant interiors. Large windows in the suites and in the ensuite bathrooms offer panoramic views of the Nile. The luxury cabin is spread over 300+ square feet (30 square meters) and minimally furnished with a choice of king-size bed or twin beds, flanked by large bedside tables and two lounge chairs with a coffee table. The bathroom, finished in marble and mosaic, features a vanity counter and a separate glass-enclosed steam and shower stall, with the picture window offering magnificent views of the passing scenery.
The 2 spacious luxury suites with separate living rooms, private terraces and jacuzzis redefine luxury on the Nile. Each luxury suite is spread over 530 square feet (50 square meters) and offers the additional amenity of a separate living room, private terrace and an open air Jacuzzi. Suites also include a 26-inch high-definition LCD television and 42 inch high definition LCD television mounted on the wall. Other amenities include a CD and DVD player, complimentary high-speed Internet access, two-line speaker phone, data port, a well-stocked mini-bar and tea and coffee.
Discover gourmet dining on board the M/S Zahra. The chef and his team pride themselves on offering the finest international cuisine. Daily new menus with ala carte services.
The M/S Zahra is the only luxury cruiser on the Nile with four massage suites. The massage suites feature a private shower and steam room. Uninterrupted views of the Nile, rejuvenating treatments and the finest natural products create the perfect experience.
The ship accepts all major credit cards plus U.S. $ and Euros.
CHILDREN POLICY:
0 - 01.99 Free
2 - 05.99 pay 25% of the tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12 years and over pay the full price of the trip per adult person
Location
4 Day/ 3 Night Aswan to Luxor Every Saturday
Day 01: Saturday
- 12:00 noon Embarkation
- 12:30pm Lunch on board
- 2:30pm Visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple
- 5:30pm Tea at the Club Lounge/Sun Deck
- 7:00pm Cocktails with entertainment at the Club Lounge
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- 8:30pm Sail in Aswan
- Overnight at Aswan
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 02: Sunday
- 5:00am Sail to Kom Ombo
- 7:00am Breakfast on board
- 8:30am Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo
- 10:00am Sail to Edfu
- 12:30pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit the Temple of Edfu
- 5:00pm Sail to Esna
- 5:00pm Tea at the Club Lounge/ Sun Deck
- 7:00pm Dinner on board
- Overnight at Esna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03: Monday
- 2:00am Sail to Luxor
- 6:00am Breakfast on board
- 7:00am Visit the West Bank - Valley of Kings, Temple of Habu and Colossus of Memnon
- 12:30pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit the Luxor and Karnak Temples
- 6:00pm Tea at the Club Lounge/ Sun Deck
- 7:00pm Dinner on board
- 8:30pm Sail in Luxor
- Overnight at Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Tuesday
- 7:00am Breakfast on board
- 8:00am Desembarkation
Meals: Breakfast
6 Day/ 5 Night Luxor to Aswan Every Tuesday
Day 01: Tuesday
- 12:00 noon Embarkation
- 12:30pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor museum
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Luxor
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 02: Wednesday
- 5:00am onwards Breakfast
- 6:00am Transfer to the West Bank to explore the West Bank of ancient Thebes. Visit Valley of the Kings, with its royal tombs, King Tut's tomb and Ranses "the Six". This is followed by a visit to the temple of Medinet Habu and on the way back stop the the Colossus of Memnon.
- 10:00am Sail to Quina
- 12:30pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit to the Temple of Dendarah, dedicated to Hathor, Goddess of Music, Love and Joy.
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Quina
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03: Thursday
- 3:00am Sail to Luxor
- 7:30am to 9:30am Breakfast on board
- 10:30am Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Noble's tombs, Dier El Madina, the site of a very special workman's village, whose craftsmen built and decorated the tombs of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Lastly, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut)
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 4:30pm to 6:00pm Visit of Luxor temple
- 7:00pm to 8:00pm Cocktail Reception with live music at the club lounge
- 8:00pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Friday
- 4:00am Sail to Edfu
- 7:30am to 9:30am Breakfast on board
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit the Temple of Edfu, the best preserved temple of the ancient world, dedicated to Horus the Falcon God
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Edfu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05: Saturday
- 4:00am Sail to Aswan
- 7:30am to 9:30am Breakfast on board
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 2:30pm Visit the High Dam and Philae temple
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Sunday
- 6:30am Disembarkation
8 Day/ 7 Night Luxor to Aswan Every Tuesday
Day 01: Tuesday
- 12:00 noon Embarkation
- 12:30pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor museum
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Luxor
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 02: Wednesday
- 5:00am onwards Breakfast
- 6:00am Transfer to the West Bank, to explore the West Bank of ancient Thebes. Visit Valley of the Kings, with its royal tombs, King Tut's tomb and Ramses "the Six". This is followed by a visit to the temple of Madinet Habu and on the way back stop at the Colossus of Memnon.
- 10:00am Sail to Quina
- 12:30pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit to the Temple of Dendarah, dedicated to Hathor, Goddess of Music, Love and Joy.
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Quina
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03: Thursday
- 3:00am Sail to Luxor
- 7:30am to 9:30am Breakfast on board
- 10:30am Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Noble's tombs, Dier El Madina, the site of a very special workman's village, whose craftsmen built and decorated the tombs of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Lastly, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut)
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 4:30pm to 6:00pm Visit of Luxor temple
- 7:00pm to 8:00pm Cocktail Reception with live music at the club lounge
- 8:00 Dinner on board
- Overnight in Luxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Friday
- 4:00am Sail to Edfu
- 7:30am to 9:30am Breakfast on board
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit the Temple of Edfu, the best preserved temple of the ancient world, dedicated to Horus the Falcon God.
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Edfu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05: Saturday
- 4:00am Sail to Aswan
- 7:30am to 9:30am Breakfast on board
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 2:30pm Visit the High Dam and Philae temple
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Sunday
- 6:30am Sail to Kom Ombo
- 7:30am to 9:30am Breakfast on board
- 9:30am to 11:00am Visit the temple of Komombo. One side is dedicated to the Crocodile God Sobek, God of Fertility and Creator of the World. The other side is dedicated to the Falcon God Haroeris, also known as Horus, the Elder.
- 11:00am Sail to Aswan
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 3:00pm Visit the Botanical Garden by Felucca
- 5:00pm to 7:00pm Spa Time
- After Sunset - Sound and light show at Philae Temple
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Monday
- 7:00am to 9:00am Breakfast on board
- Optional visit Abu Simbel
- 1:00pm Lunch on board
- 2:00pm to 5:00pm Spa time
- 7:00pm Cocktail reception with entertainment
- 7:30pm Dinner on board
- Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Tuesday
- 7:00am to 8:00am Breakfast on board
- 8:00am Desembarkation
Meals: Breakfast
Included:
Transfer from point of embarkation to the boat
Accommodation on full board basis with meals served in the main dining room. (room service dining NOT included)
PRIVATE GUIDE available at additional cost
Entrance fees to sites included in ship program
All port fees, service charges and taxes
Not Included:
Items of a personal nature such as tips, telephone, laundry
Spa therapies
Beverages of any nature at any time
Anything prior to embarkation or after disembarkation
