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AmaWaterways Secrets of Egypt and the Nile: Review & Insider Tips

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Creator's Key Takeaways

it really was a bucket list experience

the St reges hotel that Amma uses was fabulous it was so good I know it's just amazing it was fabulous

the Sund deck I think it's the best Sund deck I have seen on any of a river cruise ship it was beautiful it was absolutely stunning really

Abu symbol and I mean it was just you know breathtaking

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Use the hotel's limo service for 3 hours for $150 or a Honda sedan for $95 to navigate Cairo traffic.
βœ“Book the pre-cruise package with AmaWaterways for convenience and airport assistance.
βœ“Wear sunscreen, carry water, and use a hat or umbrella for the dry heat.
βœ“Try the local cuisine on board and at the chef's table.
βœ“Take the optional flight to Abu Simbel for a more comfortable experience.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

overwhelming airport procedures in Cairo β€” Use AmaWaterways' pre-cruise package for airport assistance and stress reduction.
heat and dry climate β€” Take precautions like sunscreen, water, hats, and umbrellas to stay comfortable.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs a river cruise a good way to see Egypt's sites?
QWhat is the experience like on an AmaWaterways Nile cruise?
QHow should travelers prepare for the heat and logistics in Egypt?

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Port Highlights

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Top: Abu Simbel flight ($395 per person)
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Top: Pyramids and Sphinx
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Top: Temple of Horus
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Secrets of Egypt and the Nile with AmaWaterways Review Our take on the best Egypt river cruises πŸ‘‰ Want to check out the rest of our Egypt AmaWaterways videos ? If so, click here https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUrhYpJL0mV6tpUJItQzATvJS-_3kh87z In this episode of RTE-Travel Talk, host Ken welcomes Lola Vassiliadis of Cruise Holidays of Oakville to discuss her recent AmaWaterways river cruise, Secrets of Egypt and the Nile. Lola provides an in-depth overview of her journey, beginning with a tip for choosing the perfect hotel in Cairo and highlights from her three-day pre-cruise stay in the historic city. She explains how AmaWaterways expertly handles arrivals and departures, ensuring a seamless travel experience. Lola shares her impressions of the AmaLilia, AmaWaterways' new ship, and offers practical advice for navigating Egypt’s unique temperatures. She dives into how the service and atmosphere on the AmaLilia differ from AmaWaterways’ European cruises and describes the evening entertainment onboard. Highlighting the significance of a seven-day cruise, Lola details two unique experiences that set this itinerary apart and offers insight into engaging with Nile vendors and savoring local Egyptian cuisine. She emphasizes what makes this journey extraordinary, discusses the safety of traveling in Egypt, and shares why this cruise is a must-do for adventure seekers. Tune in for Lola’s expert advice, and don’t miss her recommendations for future travels. Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Contact Cruise Holidays Vacations: info@myluxurycruises.com Cruise Holidays Vacations Website: https://hookedoncruising.com Cruise Holidays of Oakville 267 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville,Ontario L6J 1H9 Phone: 905-337-2228 Email: info@cruiseholidaysoakville.com TICO# 50022739 Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:51 Special guest, Lola Vassiliadis 01:55 Overview 02:51 Tip on Hotel in Cairo 04:21 Highlights of the 3 days in Cairo pre-cruise 08:26 Let AmaWaterways handle arrival and departures 11:29 The new ship, the AmaLillia 12:49 Tips for the temperatures in Egypt 14:59 Service different than Europe cruises 16:50 Entertainment in the evenings 18:09 Why you need 7 days on a cruise to see it all 21:02 Two unique experiences 23:01 Nile "vendors" 25:12 Local cuisine 26:41 What makes this journey extraordinary 27:15 Is it safe? Yes! 28:04 Contact Lola or her team 28:43 Lola's future travel Image Credits: Amalilia Video Clips & Images: Courtesy of AmaWaterways St.Regis Cairo: Courtesy of Marriott Hotels Grand Egyptian Museum Images: Courtesy of www.visit-gem.com Abdeen Palace Exterior Yasser.mahmoud, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk.