Night 1, 2 & 3: Mena House Oberoi Cairo, Egypt This palatial hotel lies in the shadow of Cairo’s Great Pyramids – Tauck’s guestrooms offer views of the Pyramids! Originally built as a royal hunting lodge in the mid-19th century, it has welcomed crowned heads, heads of state, and internationally known celebrities during its long history. Its royal history is reflected in luxurious interiors that are embellished with exquisite antiques, handcrafted furniture and rich textiles; a variety of international as well as Egyptian cuisine is on offer at the excellent restaurants and bars in the hotel. Readers of Travel + Leisure have voted the Mena House Oberoi one of the world’s best hotels.
Night 4: Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Luxor, Egypt The Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor is ideally located on the banks of the River Nile in the heart of the tourist district of Luxor, a city rich in ancient treasures and the cultural heritage of Egypt. Guests enjoy a superb leisure center with an outdoor heated swimming pool, and savor local / international, Lebanese and Italian cuisine in three main restaurants – The Nubia, El Tarboush, and Casa de Napoli.
Night 5, 6, 7, 8: Aboard Nile Adventurer Cruising the Nile River One of the very finest passenger vessels plying the waters of the River Nile, the Nile Adventurer provides a comfortable, intimate, yacht-like ambience from which to watch the ever-unfolding scenes along the legendary river. Comfortable staterooms feature large picture windows, private baths and welcome amenities such as color TV and CD players. The five passenger decks offer an outdoor swimming pool, two sun decks, a library, two bars and a lounge, as well as laundry facilities, a game room and a gift shop, and the dining room features an international menu.
Night 9, 10, 11: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence Cairo, Egypt Featured on the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List 2006, the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at the First Residence is thought by many to be the most lavish hotel in Egypt. Located on the west bank of Nile across from the Zoological and Botanical Gardens, this opulent hotel offers top-drawer service in elegant surroundings.