MS Grand Rose

All Inclusive

Iberotel Luxor Hotel

All Inclusive

Combine the excitement of a cruise through the heart of Egypt, with a week's relaxation and exploration in Luxor. Our 14 night Cruise and Stay package includes a 7 night Nile Cruise aboard the MS Grand Rose, on an All Inclusive basis, plus 7 nights at at the Iberotel Luxor Hotel in Luxor on an All Inclusive basis. Your cruise includes an expertly-guided itinerary with 10 free excursions.

Elegant and sophisticated, the MS Grand Rose offers a taste of understated luxury. Whether you are setting off to explore the sites or simply wiling away the hours to the sound of water lapping gently against the bow, you will enjoy first class service from the experienced and attentive crew. All the cabins are tastefully furnished and offer a stunning Nile view. The sun deck is perfect for topping up your tan as you sail the Nile. And as the sun slips beneath the horizon, enjoy a cocktail in the Tulip bar before dining in style at the ship’s excellent Jasmin restaurant. MS Grand Rose is available to book as Nile Cruise or as a Cruise & Stay package.

Food and drink

Swimming Pool

Sports and leisure

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Additional services

At extra charge unless stated

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Your cabin

All cabins are exterior cabins with Nile views. They have double or twin beds, bath with shower, WC, air conditioning (seasonal), satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. There is a telephone and mini-bar, both at extra charge.

Standard Cabins have a cosy lounge area, large Nile view window, and sleep 2 adults.

Middle Deck and Upper Deck cabins feature larger, panoramic windows. Sleep 2 adults.

Suites have a larger open-plan lounge area and additional panoramic window. Sleep 2 adults.

Child age: 2-11 years
Official Rating: ★★★★★

What's included in the price

Your All Inclusive° package includes:

Fully-guided itinerary with 10 free excursions
Buffet breakfast and lunch
Buffet or set menu dinner
Tea, coffee, cakes and snacks
Soft and local alcoholic drinks by the glass – 10.00 to 24.00
Activities and entertainment as listed

°Some facilities, bars and menu items not included as part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra charges locally.
*Extra charge, payable locally.

The Iberotel Luxor nestles on the banks of the Nile, with spectacular views of the river, the west bank and the Hills of Thebes in the distance. This beautiful hotel offers well-equipped rooms, a choice of restaurants, and is ideally located close to the centre of Luxor, and only ten minutes from the Luxor Temple. It’s an ideal location for a romantic break or for exploring the wonders of ancient Egypt.

Location

The hotel is on the banks of the Nile in central Luxor, approximately 11km from the airport.

Features and facilities

International buffet restaurant

3 à la carte restaurants: Italian, Chinese and a unique floating restaurant

Bar serving snacks

Swimming pool (heated in winter)

Sun loungers, parasols and towels provided

Table Tennis

Darts

Table football

Backgammon

Chess

Massage*

Billiards*

ATM & currency exchange

Shopping arcade

Beauty salon* and hairdresser*

Laundry service*

WiFi in public areas

Limousine service*

For the family

Cots

High chairs

Your room

All rooms have twin or queen sized beds and sleep 2 adults and 1 child or 3 adults, and include bath, WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, safe, telephone*, internet connection* and mini-bar* and satellite TV.

Standard Rooms have a terrace with a view toward the hotel lobby.

Superior Rooms have a balcony.

For an additional supplement a Nile View can also be guaranteed.

Transfer Time: 45 minutes

Child Age: 2-11 years

Rooms: 185

Official Rating: 4 star

All Inclusive°

Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner

Snacks

Afternoon tea and coffee with cake

Soft and local alcoholic drinks by the glass – 10:30-midnight

°Some bars, drinks and menu items may incur extra charges. *Extra charge payable locally

Luxor & the Nile

Enjoy a voyage of discovery as you cruise through 5,000 years of Egyptian history, then spend a relaxing week soaking up the culture of historic Luxor. Your flight to Luxor arrives on a Monday and you have the choice of joining your Nile cruise immediately then checking into your hotel for the second week, or instead you could spend the first week in Luxor, and then join the cruise the following Monday.

Day 1: Arriving in Luxor

Luxor, is the site of the ancient Egyptian capital, Thebes, and home to many of the most renowned monuments, tombs and temples. It is the starting point for your Nile cruise. On arrival at Luxor Airport, you will transfer by coach to your chosen cruise ship in Luxor by coach. The transfer takes around 30 minutes.

Day 2: Luxor and East Thebes

After breakfast visit the East bank of Thebes and the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. At the vast open air museum of Karnak, marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board, and overnight in Luxor.

Day 3: Luxor and Western Thebes

Travel to the West Bank, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the Pharaohs; there is an optional visit to Tutankhamun’s tomb*. Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut, the gigantic Colossi of Memnon, and Medinet Habu temple. In the afternoon, sail to Esna. Dinner is on board and you overnight at Esna.

Day 4: Kom Ombo to Aswan

The cruise continues via the impressive sight of Kom Ombo standing sentinel at a bend in the river. Visit this unusual double temple, built in 250BC to honour the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, before sailing on to Aswan.

Day 5: Agilika & the High Dam

Visit the unfinished obelisk first thing, then take a motor boat from Aswan to the island of Agilika and the Temples of Philae, devoted to Isis, and visit the famous Aswan High Dam Enjoy an optional day trip to Aswan Nubian Village national park*

Day 6: Aswan

A free day to explore Aswan and its lively Souk, enjoy the optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel*, or to simply relax on board. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride along the Nile, before embarking and sailing to Kom Ombo. Overnight at Kom Ombo.

Day 7: Sail to Luxor

Enjoy a day soaking up the view, as you sail downstream, arriving in Luxor in the evening. Enjoy your last evening aboard in style with the Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple*.

Day 8-15: Luxor

On the day after your return to Luxor you will transfer by coach to your hotel for the second week of your holiday.

Luxor sits proudly on the east bank of the Nile, inviting visitors to explore its ancient past that spans back thousands of years. Often described as the world's greatest outdoor museum, you will be mesmerised by its beauty and inspired by its magnificent relics, whether you explore by foot, horse drawn caleche, white-sailed felucca boat or hot air balloon!

For those moments when you want to relax, the city's contemporary side provides a wealth of restaurants, cocktail bars and cafes, alongside bustling bazaars to purchase those all important reminders of this fascinating destination.

On the day of departure you will transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Includes 10 Free excursions