Leading Nile cruise specialist, Discover Egypt ( www.discoveregypt.co.uk ), is once again selling its 'Ultimate Long Nile' cruise with two itineraries, epic 600 miles between Cairo and Luxor on the River Nile.

Philip Breckner of Discover Egypt commented “traditionally this has been one of the more sought after itinerary and we are pleased that we can re-introduce the Nile long cruises for 2015.” 

Two unforgettable journeys are available following in the 'footsteps of the Pharaohs' with an 8 and 10-night itinerary available on board the five star Movenpick MS Hamees, one of the largest and most well-appointed boats on the Nile, with the first departure on 14 April 2015.

Providing a high standard of comfort and service passengers will get to experience some of Egypt's top ancient sights, including Luxor and the Valley of the Kings and Valley of the Queens, Temples of Karnak and Luxor; and the Pyramids and Sphinx. Each cruise includes guided excursions accompanied by an Egyptologist to some of the most well-known, as well as lesser known sights along the Nile.

The first 8-night cruise on 02 May starts in Luxor and finishes in Cairo with prices from £1,734 per person and includes visiting Qena and the unique L shaped Abydos Temple, which served seven gods of Ancient Egypt; and visiting the Pyramids of Maydom and Hawara in Fayoum as well as those in Giza. Departures are offered on 02 May, 15 August and 10 September 2015.

The first 10-night cruise on 14 April starts in Cairo and finishes in Luxor, and includes a visit to the splendid Denderah Temple dedicated to Hathor the goddess of love, music and fertility. This 10-night cruise has prices starting from £1,994 per person and departure dates are 14 April, 10 May, 23 August and 18 September 2015.
All cruises include return flights from Heathrow, transfers in resort and the full board cruises with guided excursions as per the programme.

For more information contact Discover Egypt on 020 7407 2111 or visit www.discoveregypt.co.uk 

For media information contact: Marlen Taffarello on 01780 481689 or 07789533791 and email marlen@fcdcom.co.uk 

Notes:
Specialist Discover Egypt won the British Travel Award ( November 26, 2014): Best Holiday Company To North Africa, Small.

Specialist Discover Egypt offer year round classic Nile cruises, twin and multi centre holidays to Egypt, Jordan and Israel.