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Cruise · Uniworld · 11 nights

Solo Offer: Splendors of Egypt & the Nile Luxury River Cruise

  • All-inclusive luxury with immersive, expertly guided shore excursions
  • Boutique-style river ship with elegant, locally inspired design
  • Exceptional service with highly personalised, small-group experiences
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$16,299 pp solo
11 nights
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2 departures

  1. Sat 13 Feb 2027 → Wed 24 Feb 2027 11 nights · Cairo Suite $17,549 from $17,549 pp solo Limited Select
  2. Sat 6 Mar 2027 → Wed 17 Mar 2027 11 nights · Cairo Suite $16,299 from $16,299 pp solo Enquire
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11 Nights

Single Supplement Waived on Grand Suites!

  • All-inclusive luxury with immersive, expertly guided shore excursions
  • Boutique-style river ship with elegant, locally inspired design
  • Exceptional service with highly personalised, small-group experiences

Trip Details

Departs
Sat 6 Mar 2027
Returns
Wed 17 Mar 2027
Embarks
Cairo
Ship
River Tosca
Operator
Uniworld

Cruise the Nile in a manner once reserved for queens and pharaohs.

For 12 adventure-filled days, experience Egypt and the Nile’s most wondrous sites in style and luxury. Wander amongst the towering ruins of the Temple of Karnak, the world’s largest ancient religious complex, and the entrancing Temple of Luxor. Follow in the footsteps of renowned scholars and explorers as you venture forth into the Valley of the Kings, the ancient burial grounds of Egyptian royalty.

This captivating itinerary begins and ends in Cairo, gateway to Giza. Here, you’ll visit the mighty ancient pyramids, gaze upon the Great Sphinx, and enter the largest archeological museum in the world, the Grand Egyptian Museum.

This program is an active one, including plenty of walking and early starts on most days to take advantage of the favorable morning weather. Flights between Cairo and Luxor may require wake-up calls at 5:00am or earlier. 

*Note: Due to cultural differences and other factors, the beverage policy for Egypt program differs from European programs. Please refer to the Inclusions section for details.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Cairo

    Arrive at Cairo International Airport. A Uniworld representative will greet you and escort you to the opulent Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza or the stunning Nile Ritz-Carlton (or similar).
  2. 2

    Cairo

    Explore the ancient quarter of Cairo with a local expert. Visit a 12th-century citadel, the beautiful Alabaster Mosque, and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
  3. 3

    Cairo, Fly to Luxor (Embark) Cruising the Nile River, Dendera

    Fly to Luxor and visit the legendary Temple of Karnak, a massive site with gigantic columns, broad avenues lined with stone sphinxes and halls of epic proportions. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception and Dinner onboard, followed by a folkloric dance performance featuring a Whirling Dervish show.
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  4. 4

    Dendera, Cruising the Nile River, Luxor

    Visit the Temple of Luxor, which stands on the site of ancient Thebes, the once flourishing capital of Egypt's New Kingdom. Also visit the Temple of Hathor, dedicated to the goddess of love and beauty.
  5. 5

    Luxor, Cruising the Nile River, Kom Ombo

    Visit the gigantic twin statues known as the Colossi of Memnon, the temple of one of Egypt's rare female pharaohs, and the Valley of the Kings, used as a royal burial place for nearly 500 years where the mummified remains of Tutankhamen are on display. After dinner, enjoy a Galabeya Party with music, dancing and singing by crew members.
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  6. 6

    Kom Ombo, Cruising the Nile River, Aswan

    Visit a temple dedicated to a crocodile god and see a display of mummified crocodiles. Take a ride in a traditional Egyptian sailboat (felucca) and enjoy afternoon tea at a famous hotel depicted in Agatha Christie's novel Death on the Nile.
  7. 7

    Aswan

    Visit the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the beautiful Philae Temple complex. Enjoy a bird-watching excursion along the Nile. After dinner, be treated to an enchanting Nubian show featuring traditionally attired performers, live music and dancing.
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  8. 8

    Aswan, Cruising The Nile River, Edfu

    Spend the day at leisure or join an optional excursion to see the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel.
  9. 9

    Esna, Cruising The Nile River, Luxor

    Learn about the Temple of Esna, one of the last great Egyptian temples ever built, which was buried under debris for many centuries. An Egyptologist guide will share insights about this significant cultural site and show the façade bearing the last known hieroglyphic inscriptions ever recorded in Egypt. Later, savor the Nile's majestic scenery as the ship cruises to Luxor.
  10. 10

    Luxor (Disembark), Fly To Cairo

    Disembark in Luxor and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Cairo. After checking in to your luxury hotel, you'll have time to relax on your own and explore Cairo at your leisure.
  11. 11

    Cairo

    Venture to see amazing monuments including the enigmatic Great Sphinx and the pyramids from an up-close perspective, the only way to fully appreciate their remarkable size and grandeur.
  12. 12

    Depart Cairo

    Check out of your hotel. If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to Cairo International Airport for your flight home. Alternatively, extend your trip with an optional extension in Jerusalem or on the Red Sea.
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

ACCOMMODATION

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the gorgeous S.S. Sphinx or the elegant River Tosca
  • Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites
  • 4 nights in Cairo at the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza or at the Nile Ritz-Carlton (or similar)
  • Free Wi-Fi

DINING

  • Meals onboard prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 8 dinners
  • Welcome & Farewell Receptions
  • Complimentary house wine, local beer, soft drinks, tea, and coffee will be served during lunch and dinner onboard

EXCURSIONS

  • 8 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking trained Egyptologists

EXPERIENCES

  • 1 country: Egypt
  • 12 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Services of an experienced Egyptologist
  • Cultural enrichment
  • Flights included between Cairo and Luxor
  • Gratuities for onboard and onshore personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager or Egyptologist, local experts, drivers) are included both during the cruise/tour as well as on any pre- or post-cruise land extensions

Not included

  • Flights
  • Travel insurance
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

The River Tosca perfectly captures the warmth and style of Egypt, taking guests on a culturally enriching adventure down the Nile in absolute luxury. This all-suite ship elegantly designed with wood finishes, features enticing public areas and stylish amenities including a stylish lounge decorated with local wares with full-service bar, well-equipped fitness centre, restaurant, massage room and sprawling Sun Deck with shaded cabanas and a swimming pool. Comfortable suites are fitted with the finest locally made products—like Egyptian cotton linens, for example. With a maximum capacity of 82 guests and a staff to guest ratio of almost 1:1, a cruise on the River Tosca is about as intimate and indulgent as it gets.

Royal Suite: all beautifully appointed suites feature a French balcony and custom-made beds draped with the finest bed linens. Added conveniences include a vanity and make-up mirror, generous built-in closets, a hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat for air conditioning, direct-dial telephone, iPod® docking station and flat-screen television with satellite channels. Private bathrooms have both a bathtub and shower, and are stocked with thick towels, cozy robes, his and her slippers and soothing bath amenities. Size: 651 sq ft - 60.5 sq m.

Grand Suite: All beautifully appointed suites feature a French balcony and custom-made beds draped with the finest bed linens. Added conveniences include a vanity and make-up mirror, generous built-in closets, a hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat for air conditioning, direct-dial telephone, iPod® docking station and flat-screen television with satellite channels. Private bathrooms have both a bathtub and shower, and are stocked with thick towels, cozy robes, his and her slippers and soothing bath amenities. Size: 313–335 sq ft - 29.1–31.1 sq m).

While the River Tosca is a beautiful and luxurious ship, its amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld-company-owned ship.

River Tosca Sundeck
River Tosca Sundeck
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