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Enchanting Egypt
All-Gay Nile Cruise & Tour

March 31 – April 11, 2025

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Enchanting Egypt - All-Gay Nile Cruise & Tour 2025

11 nights from/to Cairo, Egypt

March 31 – April 11, 2025
AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Egypt Gay Cruise We invite you to join Happy Gay Travel & Brand g Vacations for an inclusive, all LGBT+ journey beginning in Cairo and culminating with a spectacular Nile River gay cruise from Luxor to Aswan.This great land’s ancient past lives on in its majestic monuments and relics created by one of the most impressive civilizations history has seen. This rich history has created a tapestry of cultural and archaeological treasures unmatched anywhere – so much so that the country is home to an estimated third of the world’s antiquities. Ply the mighty Nile on the brand new luxurious AmaLilia as it flows through the heart of Egypt .

The AmaLilia is the newest and one of the best boutique ships on the Nile. The ship has been decorated in a modern, comfortable style and provides a taste of genuine 5-star luxury on a timeless river.

This trip is followed by our customized 5* luxury tour of Jordan, Petra and the Dead Sea. Combine Egypt trip with our 6-day Jordan add-on tour for a 17-day vacation.

Enchanting Egypt - All-Gay Nile Cruise & Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Cairo, Egypt
Arrive in Cairo, where you will be met by a representative who will help you with your luggage and the customs and immigration process.

With your baggage and customs taken care of and a new stamp in your passport, you will now be driven to your hotel.

Dinner tonight is on your own.

Accommodation: The St. Regis Cairo Hotel

Day 2 - Cairo, Egypt
A full day of captivating attractions await, beginning with the exquisite Egyptian Museum, with its 120,000 artifacts on display. Home to some of the greatest masterpieces ever crafted, the museum’s unique collection of Pharaonic art includes ancient mummies and the priceless treasures of Tutankhamen, the Boy King.

Afterwards, enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local and international cuisine.

Then, visit the Mosque of Muhammad – also known as the Alabaster Mosque – which majestically sits on the summit of the Citadel of Saladin's courtyard.

From the arcaded courtyard, enjoy the breathtaking view across the city to the Pyramids of Giza. Inside the Mosque, marvel at an ornate interior and a splendid array of lamps suspended from the intricately decorated ceiling.

Afterward, join an evening Welcome Reception hosted by your Cruise Manager.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Welcome Reception
Accommodation: The St. Regis Cairo Hotel

Day 3 - Cairo / Giza, Egypt
Discover the monuments at the UNESCO-designated ancient capital of Memphis.

Visit the huge statue of Ramses II, the Alabaster Sphinx and the necropolis of Sakkara – site of the famous step pyramid of King Zoser, the oldest pyramid on earth.

Next, enjoy a lovely lunch at the famous Mena House, a historic palatial hotel, based in the shadow of the great Pyramids of Giza.

Afterwards, you’ll explore the Great Sphinx and the iconic Giza complex, which consists of three large pyramids built between 2,589BC and 2,504 BC.

Enjoy the evening at your leisure.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: The St. Regis Cairo Hotel

Day 4 - Cairo / Luxor, Egypt (Embarkation)
After checking out of the hotel, take an early afternoon flight south to Luxor — formerly known as Thebes, the capital city of the New Kingdom of Upper Egypt.

Luxor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to two astonishing temples — Karnak and Luxor.

Be welcomed aboard your luxurious river cruise ship to begin your Nile River Valley cruise.

Relax and settle in and before dinner, meet your crew and celebrate with a Captain’s Welcome Cocktail.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Day 5 - Luxor, Egypt
Begin the day with a visit to the Valley of Queens, home to the mummified remains of more than 30 queens and princesses, including Nefertari’s Tomb, where you’ll enjoy exclusive access.

Next, visit the tombs of ancient Egypt in the Valley of the Kings — one of the most famous archeological sites in the world. The spectacular rock-cut tombs located on the west bank of Luxor include that of the enigmatic King Tutankhamun, whose mummified remains are still here on display.

Afterwards, go to Deir el-Bahri to see the Temple of Hatshepsut, one of Egypt’s most successful pharaohs and the country’s first female ruler.

Your day’s adventure concludes with an up-close view of the Colossi of Memnon — two gigantic statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

Once back on board your ship, relax on the Upper Deck and take in the amazing scenery or join the chef at an informal cooking class.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Day 6 - Edfu, Egypt
The city of Edfu is best known for one of Egypt’s most remarkably preserved temples, dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god. Built in 230 BC, it is the second-largest temple in Egypt and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with walls that display compelling details about the religion and language of the country’s Greco-Roman period.

After visiting Edfu, relax on board and take in the Nile River’s timeless landscapes as the ship continues onward to Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Day 7 - Aswan, Egypt (Optional Abu Simbel)
Enjoy free time in Aswan or go on an optional excursion to Abu Simbel (must be prebooked).

If you purchased the optional excursion, enjoy an early morning flight over Lake Nasser to the more than 3,000-year-old Abu Simbel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to Ramses II, one of the most active of pharaohs, along with the smaller temple dedicated to his chief wife Queen Nefertari. The front of the main temple has four gargantuan statues of Ramses II on his throne, each measuring nearly 70 feet high and discovered half buried in sand in 1813.

Later in the afternoon, take a peaceful ride in a felucca, a traditional Egyptian sailboat, around beautiful Elephantine Island, which locals say is the home to legendary Egyptian god Khnumo.

Cap the day off with an optional late afternoon tea at the historic Old Cataract Hotel, a 19th-century Victorian Palace crafted in rose granite. Delight in an authentic “high tea” experience and revel in the stunning views overlooking the Nile and Elephantine Island.

After dinner tonight, continue to experience Egyptian magic with a traditional folkloric-style belly dance on board your ship.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Day 8 - Aswan / Kom Ombo, Egypt
Board a motorboat and cruise to the UNESCO-designated Philae Temple complex, boasting some of the most stunningly restored and preserved hieroglyphs in Egypt. It was constructed between 380 BC and 362 BC and dedicated to the goddess Isis, the wife of Osiris and mother of Horus.

Next head to a colorful Nubian village on Hisa Island. Meet the warm and friendly Nubian people who will welcome you to their village.

During the afternoon, cruise to the Great Temple of Kom Ombo, where its soaring columns dramatically rise above the Nile River. Unique in Egypt, this temple is dedicated to two gods — the crocodile god, Sobek, sitting on the right; and the falcon-headed Haroeris, “The Good Doctor.”

After visiting Kom Ombo, relax on board and take in the Nile River’s timeless landscapes as the ship continues onward to Luxor.

In the evening, join your crew outside in a celebration of local customs with the chance to don a Galabeya, traditional Egyptian attire, and toast to the rich culture and history of the Nile River Valley.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Day 9 - Luxor, Egypt
Spend a morning of scenic cruising along the glistening Nile River. Relax on the Sun Deck as you cruise from Esna back to Luxor.

First, explore the Temple of Karnak, the largest religious complex in Egypt and one of the largest in the world, covering about 200 acres in a vast network of columns, hieroglyphics, obelisks, sphinxes and colossi — even a lake is on the grounds.

The Hypostyle Hall is a great architectural marvel and filled with its roof blocks, supported by colossal 134 columns standing at 70 feet high, with 12 larger columns standing at 80 feet high lining the central aisle. This hall is still the largest room of any religious building in the world. After visiting the temple, journey to a museum and discover the art of papyrus making. Learn how the ancient Egyptians used this special plant that flourished in the Egyptian Delta and Nile River Valley. Made from the aquatic papyrus plant, also known as paper plant, this unique writing material served many purposes in ancient times from sails, cloth, food and especially paper for important documents and texts.

Afterwards, you will visit the Temple of Luxor, constructed over hundreds of years by Amenhotep III, Ramses II, Tutankhamun and other pharaohs.

You then have the option of heading back to the ship to relax or visiting the colorful Luxor Market, where you can find eye-catching piles of spices, jewelry and clothing as well as irresistible smells of incense and perfumes.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Day 10 - Qena, Egypt
Set sail to Qena to explore its ancient Egyptian heritage. You’ll go to Dendara to visit the best-preserved temple in Egypt, the Temple of Hathor – the Goddess of Love, to whom the powers of joy, feminine love and motherhood were attributed. The temple was built by Ptolemy and a group of Romans who worshipped her; so don’t miss the back of the temple where there is a relief depicting Cleopatra with Caesarion, her son by Julius Caesar, the Roman Emperor who brought us the months of July and August.

Following your visit here, sail back to Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: AmaWaterways AmaLilia

Day 11 - Luxor (Disembark) / Cairo, Egypt
Disembark the ship in Luxor and fly back to Cairo where you will be taken to the Abdeen Presidential Palace, considered one of the most luxurious palaces in the world. The palace consists of multiple museums, including the Silver Museum; the Arms Museum; the Royal Family Museum; a Presidential Gifts Museum and a Historical Documents Museum, which is a relatively new addition. It is also one of the official residences and places of work for the President of Egypt.

Afterwards, be treated to a very special lunch at the palace.

Finally, you’ll explore the old part of the city, which includes Coptic Cairo, where the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue are located.

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: The St. Regis Cairo Hotel

Day 12 - Cairo, Egypt / Departure
Today you will be transferred from the hotel to the Cairo airport for your international flight home, or onward to the Jordan post-trip extension.

Witness the ancient ruins of Jerash; the historic Biblical sites of Bethany and Mt. Nebo; cross Wadi Rum by 4×4; explore fascinating Petra; and relax in the restorative, mineral-rich Dead Sea.

Meals: Breakfast

Enchanting Egypt All-Gay Nile Cruise & Tour 2025 Itinerary
Date	Port	Meals
31 Mar	Cairo, Egypt
01 Apr	Cairo, Egypt	B, L, R
02 Apr	Cairo / Giza, Egypt	B, L
03 Apr	Cairo / Luxor, Egypt	B, L, D
04 Apr	Luxor, Egypt	B, L, D
05 Apr	Edfu, Egypt	B, L, D
06 Apr	Aswan, Egypt	B, L, D
07 Apr	Aswan / Kom Ombo, Egypt	B, L, D
08 Apr	Luxor, Egypt	B, L, D
09 Apr	Qena, Egypt	B, L, D
10 Apr	Luxor / Cairo, Egypt	B, L
11 Apr	Cairo, Egypt / Departure	B

Enchanting Egypt - Gay Cruise & Tour Highlights

• Full day tour of The Egyptian Museum and King Tut's Treasures

• Alabaster Mosque Visit

• Pyramids of Ancient Memphis

• The Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx

• Exclusive access to the Tomb of Queen Nefertari

• The Valley of the Kings and Queens

• Temple of Horus

• Optional Abu Simbel Temples Excursion from Aswan

• Felucca Ride around Elephantine Island

• Nubian Village Visit and Philae Temple

• Great Temple of Kom Ombo

• Karnak Temple

• Luxor Temple

• Temple of Hathor

• Exclusive Abdeen Palace Tour and Lunch

• Cairo's Coptic Quarter

Enchanting Egypt - Gay Cruise & Tour Inclusions

• FROM THE TIME YOU LAND UNTIL YOU LEAVE, NEARLY EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED

• Egypt Entry Visas for citizens of the US, UK and EU Countries (residents of other countries should inquire at the time of booking for eligibility)

• Arrival and departure airport transfers

• Welcome reception in Cairo with Tapas and Drinks

• 4-night accommodation at the St. Regis Cairo with daily breakfast at hotel and lunch during land excursions in Cairo

• Cairo Visits to Egyptian Museum and King Tut's Treasures, Alabaster Mosque, Pyramids of Ancient Memphis and Giza

• Intra-Egypt flights (Cairo to Luxor, Luxor to Cairo)

• 7-night deluxe cruise accommodation

• Gourmet dining with all meals included during your cruise

• During the cruise, complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks (unlimited) with lunch and dinner

• Complimentary "Sip and Sail" cocktail hour offering a "Happy Hour" menu on five evenings of the cruise (Captain's Reception and Gala Dinner on the other two nights)

• Complimentary use of the Internet onboard via wireless throughout the vessel (as available)

• Nightly entertainment including a belly dance show, Galabeya Party and Darawish Show

• All tours as described in the program with our own English-speaking Egyptologists throughout the entire trip

• All admissions for the sightseeing stated in the program

• Complimentary 24 hour coffee and tea station during the cruise

• And much more...

Hotel

The St. Regis Cairo Hotel, Cairo, 5*
The St. Regis Cairo draws guests to the heart of Egypt's timeless metropolis, weaving a powerful new story of luxury in the region with unprecedented local heritage and outstanding views of the Nile and Old Cairo.

Our riverfront hotel stands as a pivotal landmark with its 36 stories, gracefully designed for those who are only inspired by the unexpected by the renowned architect Michael Graves.

Paying homage to 362 lavishly appointed rooms, suites and upscale apartments, luxuriant comfort prevails with state-of-the-art facilities, signature rituals and 7 thoughtfully crafted restaurants and bars.

Bespoke and personalized service is exemplified by the signature St. Regis Butler service, to anticipate your every need from the moment of unpacking to fulfilling your unique preferences and executing them in perfect detail throughout your stay. Whatever the request, St. Regis Butler Service is available with our compliments any time, day or night.

Ship

AmaWaterways AmaLilia
Debuting in 2024, our stunning AmaLilia will be a true treasure of the Nile. Specially curated with upscale regionally inspired décor and 41 staterooms, including 13 marvelous suites, AmaLilia will carry you through Egypt in style with the luxurious amenities and exclusive experiences only AmaWaterways provides.

Savor both exquisite Western and local fare infused with Middle Eastern spices at the Main Restaurant and enjoy one special evening sampling your way through the multi-course tasting menu at The Chef's Table.

Treat yourself to a massage, manicure or pedicure on board and emerge anew.

Plus, expand your mind by listening to the commentary of our expert Egyptologist, who will be joining you throughout your journey on board this lovely river cruise ship.

Exquisite Cuisine
Discover the destination and its culture through its locally-sourced cuisine, including regional specialties and Western favorites. Choose from the Main Restaurant and The Chef's Table specialty restaurant; and enjoy unlimited complimentary local beer and wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board.

Spacious Suites
When she debuts in 2024, AmaLilia will feature 13 marvelous suites with a wealth of amenities that will surprise and delight you. Each suite will offer marble bathrooms with both a bathtub and multi-jet shower and most accommodations will include our signature view-enhancing twin balconies which provide you with the perfect vantage point to marvel at the scenery along the Nile River.

Expansive Sun Deck
Enjoy fresh air and breathtaking Nile River views on the Sun Deck, where a refreshing pool awaits. Relax on a shaded lounger while sipping a cold drink or allow the ever-changing scenery to capture your daydreams.

Inviting Public Spaces
You can always count on your floating hotel to provide you with all the amenities and conveniences you need to make your time in Egypt as comfortable as possible. Take in views of the Nile River from the Sun Deck or gather in the main lounge with fellow adventurers. With only 82 guests on board, enjoy the luxury of space to unwind, relax and connect with loved ones.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I schedule my flights?
Arrival: you should schedule your flights to arrive in the Cairo Airport (CAI) by March 31, 2025.

Departure: You should schedule your flight from the Cairo Airport (CAI) anytime after 10pm on April 10th, or anytime on April 11th. Hotel check-out is at 11am.

Jordan Post-Trip Add-On
Your flight from Cairo to Amman is included as part of the Jordan add-on.
Departure: You should schedule your flight to depart from Amman, Jordan (AMM).

What arrival and departure transfers are included?
Arrival: transfers are provided from the Cairo Airport (CAI) to the St. Regis Cairo Hotel.

Departure: transfers are provided from the St. Regis Cairo Hotel to the Cairo Airport (CAI).

Jordan Post-Trip Add-On
Departure: Transfers are provided from your host hotel to the Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).

Contact our team to ensure arrangements outside of these arrival and departure transfers will be included. Booked guests should provide their arrival and departure details 45 days prior to the trip to ensure transfer availability.

What are the passport and visa requirements?
A passport, which is valid for six months after your last date of travel, is required for this trip.

Visa Requirements – citizens of almost every country require tourist visas to enter Egypt and Jordan. We will facilitate the visa process unless you choose to opt out. **Canadian citizens will need to obtain their own entry visas in advance.

What if I have dietary requirements?
We will make every effort to accommodate special dietary requests. Please inform our office at least 45 days prior to departure of these requests.

What are pre-paid gratuities?
Gratuities are customary expressions of appreciation for a job well done. It is our goal to ensure that the service you receive is as wonderful as the sites you visit. Gratuities for the included portions of this program have been pre-paid. At your own discretion you may choose to provide additional tips.

Is there a dress code?
You are on vacation as the last thing we want to impose is a dress code. However it is important to know that visitors Egypt and Jordan are advised to dress modestly in public areas. We will therefor appreciate you wearing more than a thong or mankini at dinner and in public. Be as dressed up or down as you see fit as long as you are comfortable and dress appropriately for changeable weather.

Will there be smoking areas?
The comfort and safety of our guests is our first priority. Smoking is only permitted in designated area. On board the cruise, smoking is not permitted in the suites or enclosed, public areas. There is a designated smoking area on the Sun Deck. We request that you refrain from smoking during excursions.