RAI is a deluxe Nile Cruise Ship, Built in Yorkshire and carries the official 'bureau veritas' Certificate. It provides a great base to explore the historical sights of the River Nile. The ship is equipped with a fire precaution and alarm system approved by the British Board of Trade.

Cabins

RAI offers guests 72 air-conditioned cabins each with private facilities, balcony (except single cabins), double-glazed windows, mini bar, hairdryer, TV and video system, a sound system, and  telephones as well as a full laundry service.

Cuisine

The RAI features a large dining room offering International buffet style meals which are served in the large attractive dining room with the capacity to seat all guests at a single sitting. There is also a large lounge bar and a patio bar as well as a coffee shop. 

Entertainment

On-board entertainment includes a sizeable bar and a disco in the evening.

Sport & Leisure

RAI’ s on-deck features include a swimming pool, a sun deck with bar, a recreation area, fitness equipment, a  Jacuzzi, offering plenty of activities for guests of all ages and interests.

Special Facilities

A Boutique and gift shop.
Please Note that television viewing may only be possible when the ship in docked.
 
RAI Itinerary
 
Day 1 – Depart from the UK for your flight to Luxor. On arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to the RAI for an evening check-in. Overnight is spent in Luxor.
 
Day 2 – In the morning you will visit the Luxor Museum. After lunch, your excursion will take you to the Temples of Karnak and Luxor on the East Bank. Overnight in Luxor.
 
Day 3 – In the morning, visit the highlights of the West  Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon sail via the Esna Lock to edfu. Overnight in Edfu.
 
Day 4 – In the morning visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu before continuing along the Nile, mid-morning, to Kom Ombo. In the afternoon visit the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo and then continue on to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.
 
Day 5 – After breakfast, spend the day exploring the sights of Aswan with a visit to the High Dam and the Temple of Philae in the morning and a relaxing trip on a felucca past the Agha Khan Mausoleum and Elephantine Island in the afternoon. Overnight in Aswan.
 
Day 6 – Spend the morning at leisure in Aswan, with the option of a trip to Abu Simbel (additional cost payable locally). In the afternoon, sail from Aswan to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.
 
Day 7 – In the morning, sail from Edfu to Esna. Visit the Temple of Khnum at Esna before crossing the lock and continuing on to Luxor in the afternoon. Overnight in Luxor.
 
Day 8 – After breakfast, disembark the RAI and transfer to Luxor Airport for your return flight to the UK.
 
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change according to local conditions. Also, you should be aware that the Esna Lock is closed for essential maintenance in June and the first two weeks of December each year – please enquire about how this may affect your itinerary.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT IN THE MONTHS OF JUNE AND DECEMBER THE ITINERARY IS SLIGHTLY AMENDED DUE TO ESNA LOCK BEING CLOSED FOR MAINTENANCE*
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