About the Journey

Journey through antiquity on an in-depth, Princeton-exclusive Egyptian adventure, featuring cruises on both Lake Nasser and the legendary Nile River.

Begin in Cairo with the iconic Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza, then visit the brand new Grand Egyptian Museum, showcasing over 100,000 artifacts spanning 700,000 years of Egyptian history. Fly to Abu Simbel and walk its massive complex of temples, guarded by statues of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari. Embark on a fascinating Lake Nasser cruise, exploring the archaeological gems of ancient Nubia and delving into its distinct culture and traditions.

Next, delight in a classic voyage along the Nile River from Aswan to Luxor, witnessing the Temple of Horus, Egypt’s best-preserved temple, and the unparalleled temple complexes of Luxor, representing the pinnacle of Egyptian architecture. Explore the mile-long ruins of Karnak, considered by many to be Egypt’s greatest temple complex. Visit the haunting Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, as well as the massive Colossi of Memnon, then return to Cairo where the journey concludes.

For those wishing to extend the adventure, an optional post-tour extension to Petra and Amman, Jordan, is available.

Accommodation

Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino Cairo, Egypt

Located in the very heart of Cairo on the banks of the Nile River, the Sheraton Cairo Hotel & Casino boasts stunning views of Cairo’s modern downtown area and is close to attractions such as the Pyramids, the Sphinx, the Cairo Opera House, and many museums. Amenities of this stylish, contemporary hotel include four restaurants, six bars/lounges, two cafés, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa with massage and beauty services (for a fee), hair salon, casino, gift shop, convenience store, laundry and dry-cleaning services (for a fee), and complimentary Wi-Fi internet access. Each air-conditioned guest room has a private marble bath, hair dryer, minibar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, in-room safe, TV, and phone.

M/S Prince Abbas Lake Nasser Cruise

The M/S Prince Abbas offers travelers a unique vantage point from which to experience treasures of antiquity in the comfort of contemporary amenities. With just 65 cabins, the 120-passenger ship offers a level of personal service well suited to small group travel. The ship features a dining room, lounge, bar, observation room/library with panoramic windows, laundry service (for a fee), gift shop, billiard room, and fitness center. Situated on the canopied sun deck are a plunge pool, jacuzzi, and bar. Your air-conditioned outside cabin has a private bath with hair dryer, window, minibar, TV, and phone. Please note that the ship docks at regular docking facilities in Abu Simbel and Aswan; at other stops you will take small launches or motorboats from the ship to shore. Princeton Journeys guests will be joined by independent travelers on this cruise.

M/S Nile Sunray Nile River Cruise

Ideally sized for accommodating small tour groups, this 62-cabin river ship offers all the conveniences for touring the Nile in comfort. The 132-passenger M/S Sun Ray has five decks and provides such amenities as a restaurant, bar/lounge, sun deck with outdoor plunge pool, gym, library, laundry service (for a fee), internet access, and gift shop. Air-conditioned outside cabins offer a window along with private bath with hair dryer, minibar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, in-room safe, TV, and phone. Please note that there are no elevators on board this ship. Princeton Journeys guests will be joined by independent travelers on this cruise.

Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor

Within the heart of Luxor’s historic center sits Steigenberger Nile Palace, a 303-room hotel just across the river from the Valley of the Kings. The hotel features five restaurants, three bars, a fitness center, spa with massage treatments (for a fee), sauna, steam bath, heated outdoor pool, on-site doctor, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, bookstore, gift shops, hairdresser, and laundry and dry-cleaning services (for a fee).  Air-conditioned guest rooms each have private baths with a hair dryer, minibar, in-room safe, TV, and phone.

Pricing

• $6,395 per person double occupancy (land only)
• $7,597 including roundtrip economy airfare from Boston or New York (Air-inclusive price includes an estimated $802 in airline taxes and fees, which are subject to change). Air arrangements from other gateway cities are available for an additional cost.
• Single supplement: $1,595

Reservations

Please register online or contact the Princeton Journeys team at journeys@princeton.edu / 609.258.8686 with questions.