Built
in 1993, and refurbished in 2003, the Five Star M.S. Star of Luxor
carries a maximum of just 108 guests in air-conditioned comfort
along the river Nile.
From the moment you enter at reception, with its marble floors
and sweeping staircase, you will be assured a warm welcome and friendly
smile from all staff on board.
Facilities on the MS Star of Luxor include a restaurant offering
excellent views of the Nile as you pass by, a small gift shop, a
large lounge, a bar, and laundry service. There is also a resident
doctor on board for your peace of mind. Safety deposit boxes can
be hired at reception, free of charge.
Relaxation
Enjoy a cooling dip in the swimming pool or just watch the scenery
unfold from the two sun decks.
Dining
Choose from a wide selection of items at the hot and cold breakfast
buffet whilst lunch and dinner are either buffet or waiter service.
Entertainment
Evening entertainment includes occasional dancing and theme nights
complete with belly-dancers.
Cabins
All cabins have a private shower and wc, hair-dryer, an internal
telephone, taped music, television (with in-house videos) and a
large window. Suites are on the middle deck, and include a separate
sitting area and a bath with jacuzzi. Please note: It may be
possible to accommodate a third person in both the twin berth cabins
or suites. However, space will be limited and the extra bed is likely
to be of a folding or camp bed style and therefore recommended only
for children up to 15 years.
MS Star of Luxor Cruise Itinerary
Day 1: Monday. Gatwick - Luxor.
Depart Gatwick or Manchester for your flight to Luxor. On arrival,
embark M.S. Star of Luxor.
Day 2: Tuesday. Luxor - Edfu.
In the morning, you cross to the West Bank and visit the Valley
of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens and the imposing Colossi
of Memnon.
In the afternoon, sail to Edfu, passing through the Esna lock en
route.
Day 3: Wednesday. Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan.
At Edfu there is a visit to the Temple of Horus, probably Egypt’s
best preserved temple. Sail to Kom Ombo for a visit to the Temple
before sailing to Aswan.
Day 4: Thursday. Aswan.
In the morning you visit the High Dam and the Philae Temple which
was dedicated to the gentle Goddess Isis.
In the afternoon you can view the Aga Khan’s Mausoleum and
Botanical Garden whilst enjoying your trip on the Nile by felucca,
a traditional Egyptian sailing boat. In the evening, there is an
opportunity to see the Sound and Light show at the Philae Temple
(approx. £18 per person).
Day 5: Friday. Aswan - Edfu.
Spend the morning at leisure in Aswan. Perhaps enjoy a trip on a
horse-drawn carriage from the Old Cataract Hotel, where Agatha Christie
wrote "Death on the Nile".
Or take an optional sightseeing excursion by road or air to Abu
Simbel (approx. £55 per person by road/duration approx. 9
hours; approx. £100 per person by air/duration approx. 5 hours).
In the afternoon, sail to Edfu for an overnight stay.
Day 6: Saturday. Edfu - Luxor.
In the morning, relax on board as you sail back to Luxor, passing
through the Esna lock on route.
In the afternoon you visit the famous Karnak Temple, a superb example
of ancient Egyptian architecture depicting life around 1600 BC,
and the well preserved Luxor Temple which is situated in the heart
of town.
Day 7: Sunday. Luxor.
A day to explore this bustling and colourful town at your leisure.
Or take an optional full day excursion by air to Cairo and vist
the Pyramids, the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities and the bustling
Khan-el-Khalili bazaar, with lunch included (approx. £130
per person).
Do not miss the Sound and Light show at the Karnak Temple (approx.
£16 per person).
Day 8: Monday. Luxor - Gatwick.
Morning at leisure. For an unforgettable end to your holiday, why
not take an optional hot air balloon flight at sunrise over the
West Bank (approx. £70 per person, approx. 45 minutes in the
air).
Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Gatwick or Manchester.
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