Cruise from Venice to Cairo

Enjoy a relaxing overnight flight to Venice.

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the cruise ship for embarkation. Depart for Ancona at 6:00pm. (D)

First port of call is Ancona (arrive at 7 am), an important port on the Adriatic Sea. You will have the option to visit the promontory of Monte Conero and its state park, a protected ecological area. Depart at 2:00 pm. (B,L,D)

Enjoy a day at sea and the opportunity to relax on board or use the many facilities of the ship including its outdoor pools, gym and many restaurants. (B,L,D)

Arrive at Heraklion at 10:30 am. Crete, the largest island in Greece, is known for the Minoan civilization which flourished during the 15th century BC. An optional afternoon visit to Knossos Palace will be offered before the ship departs at 6:30 pm. (B,L,D)

Arrive at Marmaris along the shoreline of the Turkish Riviera at 8:00 am. A popular Mediterranean resort situated in a natural bay and surrounded by a beautiful coastline. Depart at 5:00 pm. (B,L,D)

A relaxing day as your ship sails towards the famous Suez Canal. You will sail past the island of Cyprus as you approach Port Said, the southern terminus of the canal. (B,L,D)

A unique experience awaits you today as you cross what was called the “Highway to India”. It took 10 years of construction before the canal was opened in November 1869. (B,L,D)

Arrive at Sharm El Sheikh in the Red Sea at 8:00 am. You will have the whole day to enjoy this popular resort, a paradise for divers, with crystal clear waters. (B,L,D)

This morning you will disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport for your flight to Cairo. You will be met at Cairo airport for your transfer to your hotel. An afternoon tour of Cairo and the Pyramids is included in your program. (B)

Early morning transfer to Cairo airport for your return flight home. (B)