MS Queen Tiyi
Experience true luxury exclusively aboard the MS Queen Tiyi where exceptional services available on its 5 elegant decks along with an attentive and friendly staff ensure you have a matchless & everlasting experience.
MS Queen Tiyi is available to book as Nile Cruise or as a Nile Cruise & Stay with packages starting from just £799pp. Contact our Egypt Experts to book.
MS Queen Tiyi Nile Cruise:
Your package includes:
Return flights
Buffet breakfast and lunch
Buffet or set menu dinner
Tea, coffee, cakes and snacks
Activities and entertainment as listed
MS Queen Tiyi Itinerary:
Day 1: Arriving in Luxor
Luxor, is the site of the ancient Egyptian capital, Thebes, and home to many of the most renowned monuments, tombs and temples. It is the starting point for your Nile cruise.
Day 2: Luxor and East Thebes
After breakfast visit the East bank of Thebes and the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. At the vast open air museum of Karnak, marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board, and overnight in Luxor.
Day 3: Luxor and Western Thebes
Travel to the West Bank, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the Pharaohs; there is an optional visit to Tutankhamun’s tomb. Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut, the gigantic Colossi of Memnon, and Medinet Habu temple. In the afternoon, sail to Esna. Dinner is on board and you overnight at Esna.
Day 4: Kom Ombo to Aswan
The cruise continues via the impressive sight of Kom Ombo standing sentinel at a bend in the river. Visit this unusual double temple, built in 250BC to honour the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, before sailing on to Aswan.
Day 5: Agilika & the High Dam
Visit the unfinished obelisk first thing, then take a motor boat from Aswan to the island of Agilika and the Temples of Philae, devoted to Isis, and visit the famous Aswan High Dam Enjoy an optional day trip to Aswan Nubian Village national park.
Day 6: Aswan
A free day to explore Aswan and its lively Souk, enjoy the optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel (optional), or to simply relax on board. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride along the Nile, before embarking and sailing to Kom Ombo. Overnight at Kom Ombo.
Day 7: Sail to Luxor
Enjoy a day soaking up the view, as you sail downstream, arriving in Luxor in the evening. Enjoy your last evening in style with the Sound & Light show at Karnak Temple (optional).
Day 8: Leaving Luxor
After breakfast, relax on board before being transferred to the airport for your flight home or your hotel stay. Complimentary late check-out means you will have full use of all facilities until time for your departure.
Nile Cruise Tour Highlights:
Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple complex
The Colossi of Memnon
The Valley of the Kings
Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple
Medinet Habu
Temple of Sobek at Kom Ombo
The Temples of Philae
Aswan High Dam
The unfinished obelisk in Aswan
You can pre-book these as guided tours or pay for them in resort.
Overview
MS Queen Tiyi is a good way to start your Nile cruise adventure, sailing from Luxor to Aswan. Take a dip in the refreshing pool then relish in the sun or simply enjoy a tasty cocktail under a shady canopy while admiring history as it drifts by on our sun deck. Packages are available from just £799pp.
You'll Love
- Varied Entertainment Programme
- Sun Deck & Swimming Pool
- Spacious Nile View Cabins
- Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
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Cabins
MS Queen Tiyi Nile Cruise Cabins
MS Queen Tiyi’s classy cabins blend unmatched intimacy and comfortable individuality with tasteful attention to details. Dark wooden pieces set off by brown and crème tones create a soothing ambience, complimented by calming light walls to provide a haven of comfort to relax in after a long day of sight seeing.
Facilities
Swimming pool and Jacuzzi - massage - Swimming pool bar - "Nefertiti" Restaurant - Akhnatoun Lounge bar - Library, table games and business corner - Boutique, gift shop and hairdresser - First-aid clinic with medical service on call - Egyptologist - Laundry and dry cleaning
Dining & Bars
Our elegant ‘Nefertiti’ restaurant located on the Nile Deck features a savory modern fusion of contemporary and authentic dishes prepared by our internationally trained chefs. Designed with guests’ comfort in mind, Akhnaton’s sophisticated lounge bar features distinctive and intimate spaces providing an ideal retreat for individuals, as well as open, comfortable seating areas for groups. Elegance, warmth and inviting colors are integrated throughout to enjoy an after dinner drink against a breathtaking Nile view