Voyage to the cradle of civilization, between Egypt and Jordan

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Pricing based on departure date: 04th Feb 2023 

Was £1,696pp / Now £1,263pp

Discover the Red Sea on a cruise onboard MV La Belle de l'Adriatique 

Sail on board the beautiful Adriatic, the first maritime ship of our company, between Egypt and Jordan along the Sinai Peninsula, a real gradation of red and ochre colors.

Discover the cradle of civilization and the three great monotheistic religions in the midst of a breathtaking landscape. From Aqaba (Jordan), cross the desert of Wadi Rum, the famous shooting place of Lawrence of Arabia, visit Petra, one of the greatest wonders ever erected by Man or let yourself be surprised by the seabed of Naama Bay. Finally, discover the capital of the Pharaohs, the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak temple, one of the most important sites of ancient Egypt, more than 4000 years old.

TREASURES ON THE RED SEAEGYPT AND JORDAN - SCULPTED BY MOTHER NATURE, ENHANCED BY HUMANKIND (PORT-TO-PORT CRUISE)

SHARM EL SHEIKH - AQABA - HURGHADA - SHARM EL SHEIKH

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.

The CroisiEurope Difference:-

• All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
• Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
• Free Wi-Fi onboard
• 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:-

• The wonders of the Red Sea between Egypt and Jordan
• The kaleidoscope of red and ocher rocks along the Sinai Peninsula
• Naama Bay(1), spectacular marine life and ecosystems
• The Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple Complex(1), one of the most astounding spots in Upper Egypt
• The Wadi Rum desert and the Bedouins that call it home(1)

Included:-

• Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
• All onboard beverages (not including the special lists)
• Accommodations in a double-occupancy, climate-controlled cabin with shower in private bathroom
• Onboard entertainment
• Assistance from our onboard, multi-lingual host/hostess
• Welcome cocktail
• Gala evening
• Emergency/repatriation insurance
• All port fees.

Not Included:-

• Transfers
• Drinks from our special lists or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
• Optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)
• Cancellation and baggage insurance
• Personal expenses
• Egyptian visa. 

Day 1: Sharm El Sheikh

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. We'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner on board. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.

Day 2: Sharm El Sheikh

The morning is free to do as you please.

In the afternoon, optional excursion proposed: 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.

We'll spend the afternoon cruising. Take advantage of the warm weather on the Sun Deck as we 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 colors.

Day 3: Aqaba - Wadi Rum

The morning will be spend cruising.

Join us for an optional excursion in the Wadi Rum desert. We'll set out in Jeeps to cross the magnificent desert, also known as the Valley of the Moon.  Its vibrant red earth and stunning rock formations make it one of Jordan's most extraordinary sites. Follow the footsteps of T.E. Lawrence and fall in love with the area as he did. Geologists think that Wadi Rum was formed from a strong push from underground, which caused a large fissure in the surface. As a result, the rock formations provide some of the best photo ops found on the planet. Some wind-brushed mountain peaks reach over 6,000 feet. Deep canyons and sand dunes add to the mystique. Large caravans of merchants and wares traveling between the various territories once crossed this desert. Today, a few hundred Bedouins still call the area home. Their hospitality is second to none, and they have adopted a humanistic and green approach to tourism in their homeland.

Day 4: Aqaba - Petra

Join us for an optional, 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 by the Nabataeans—an Arab people living in Jordan over 2,000 years ago—Petra, meaning "rock" in Greek, was strategically located at the junction of the silk and spice trade routes. To enter the city, we will follow the "siq," a narrow gorge approximately a half-mile in length, delimited by sharp cliffs on either side—ending at Al Khazneh, also known as "The Treasury." This tomb of a Nabataean has an impressive Hellenistic facade carved directly into the pink stone at the beginning of the 1st century. It is a masterpiece of refinement and symmetry which, on its own, makes a visit to Petra worthwhile. You will also discover the Roman-style Nabataean theater carved into the rock over 2,000 years ago. After we return to the ship, we'll begin to cruise once again.

Day 5: At Sea 

We'll spend the day cruising on the Red Sea.

Tonight is our festive gala evening.

Day 6: Hurghada - The Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple Comple

We'll leave for a full-day optional excursion to Thebes, the ancient capital of the Pharaohs. You'll 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. We'll 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.

OR

Optional day of relaxation on a beach or in a hotel on the Red Sea.

The night will be spend cruising to Sharm El Sheikh.

Day 7: Sharm El Sheikh - Monastery of Saint Catherine

Early in the morning, join us on an optional excursion to Monastery of Saint Catherine(lunch included–driving time is approximately 5 hours round trip).

Day 8: Sharm El Sheikh

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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