Treasures on the Red SeaEgypt and Jordan - Sculpted by Mother Nature, Enhanced by Humankind (port-to-port cruise)

CroisiCruise: SAQ PP

8 Days

January to March 2024
on board the MV La Belle De l'Adriatique

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Wi-Fi on board
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Embark on a journey brimming with unparalleled historical abundance. Voyage to the cradle of civilization and the epicenter of the three monotheistic religions. Jordan's deep history makes it one of the top cultural destinations, so come discover the vast and "God-like" earth T.E. Lawrence fell in love with. Herodotus described Egypt as the "Gift of the Nile." Today, we have been endowed with its ancient legacies of gods and pharaohs. Relaxation and inspiration await you.

- DISCOVER

- The wonders of the Red Sea between Egypt and Jordan
- The kaleidoscope of red and ocher rocks along the Sinai Peninsula
- Naama Bay, spectacular marine life and ecosystems
- The Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the most astounding spots in Upper Egypt
- The Wadi Rum desert and the Bedouins that call it home

- Itinerary Day 1: Sharm el Sheikh

Passengers are welcome to board at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, you will be introduced to the crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner on board. Remainder of the evening at leisure. Day 2: Sharm el Sheikh
This morning is at leisure. In the afternoon, tour Sharm El-Sheikh and the Seafloor in Naama Bay. A glass-bottom boat tour will introduce you to the colorful riches found within the Red Sea. You'll then explore Sharm El-Sheikh and its traditional souk. Spend the afternoon cruising. Take advantage of the warm weather on the Sun Deck as you pass alongside the Sinai Peninsula, a sacred area for many religions. The land takes its name from Mount Sinai, assumed to be where God delivered the Ten Commandments to Moses. At dusk, the earth takes on burnt-red tones and becomes a feast of colours. Day 3: Hurghada - the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple
The morning will be spent cruising. Leave for a full-day excursion to Thebes, the ancient capital of the Pharaohs. Discover the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple Complex (lunch included–driving time is approximately 9 hours round trip). The Valley of the Kings is one of ancient Egypt's top tourist destinations. Located on the west bank of the River Nile, the isolated valley is dominated by a great pyramid-shaped mountain. The area has been the site of royal burials for almost 4,000 years. More than 63 tombs include Seti I(2) and II; Ramesses III, IV, VII, and IX; Siptah; Tausert-Setnakht; and Merenptah. You'll be able to visit three with your entry ticket. The final resting place for these great pharaohs remains one of the most impressive sites to visit in the world. Farther along, dominating the eastern bank, sits the 59-foot high (18 m) Colossi of Memnon—faceless effigies seated on thrones at the entrance to the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III. Also visit the Karnak Temple Complex. At the heart of this site stands the colossal Precinct of Amun-Re, enclosing a sacred lake that priests used in purification ceremonies before performing rituals in the temple. The night will be spent cruising.

(2) Access to the tomb of Seti I is limited to the first 50 visitors daily: thereafter, a visit to another tomb will be offered. Day 4: At Sea

We'll spend the day cruising on the Red Sea. Tonight there will be a festive gala evening. Day 5: Nuweiba(5) - Monastery of Saint Catherine(4)

The morning will be spent cruising. Early in the morning, join us on an excursion to Monastery of Saint Catherine(4) (lunch included–driving time is approximately 5 hours round trip). 4) Egyptian authorities may decide unexpectedly to limit access to Sinai. The monks who live at the monastery reserve the right to refuse access from time to time. If this occurs, CroisiEurope will organize a stopover in Eilat for an excursion to Timna Park. (5) Depending on the availability of the port of Nuweiba, this stopover may be replaced by Sharm El Sheikh. Day 6: Aqaba - Petra

Today a full-day excursion to Petra (lunch included–driving time is approximately 4 hours round trip). Petra is unquestionably one of the greatest marvels ever sculpted by Mother Nature and enhanced by humankind and is considered one of Jordan's national treasures. Carved into the pink and red stone