CroisiEurope invites you to discover the treasures of the Red Sea during the 2022-2023 season. Enjoy ocean cruises aboard La Belle de L'Adriatique, an intimate, contemporary, and welcoming ship with four decks. Its compact size allows it to dock right in the heart of cities, and it has a capacity for only 197 passengers.
CroisiEurope's Red Sea itineraries for this season are as follows:
Cairo and the Treasures of the Red Sea. Between Egypt and Jordan, the work of man and nature. A 10-day/9-night itinerary visiting Cairo – Sharm El Sheikh – Aqaba – Hurghada – Sharm El Sheikh. Departures for this trip are November 16 and December 7, 2022; and January 19, February 9, and March 2, 2023. The itinerary includes an excursion to the Saqqara necropolis, the immense cemetery of the ancient city of Memphis where the remains of pharaohs, dignitaries, and sacred animals rest; a visit to the Giza plateau, home to the seventh wonder of the world: the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, with the ancient Sphinx at their feet; followed by a visit to the Egyptian Museum, which houses more than 250,000 antiquities, including the treasure of Tutankhamun. In addition, it offers the possibility of booking the following optional excursions throughout the trip: Sharm El Sheikh and Naama Bay, Wadi Rum Desert, Petra, the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple and the Monastery of Saint Catherine.
The Treasures of the Red Sea: Between Egypt and Jordan, the work of man and nature. An 8-day/7-night trip visiting Sharm El Sheikh, Aqaba, Hurghada, and back to Sharm El Sheikh. Departing on Saturdays between November 2022 and March 2023. A fascinating journey between Egypt and Jordan, two countries of unparalleled richness: Jordan, a cultural destination that has been a crossroads for millennia and the land of the pharaohs, will leave a lasting impression on every visitor. Optional excursions include Sharm El Sheikh and Naama Bay, the Wadi Rum desert, Petra, the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple, and St. Catherine's Monastery.
From the treasures of the Red Sea to the wonders of the Mediterranean via the Suez Canal (Egypt – Cyprus). A 10-day/9-night cruise departing March 18, 2023, visiting Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, Suez, Cairo, the Suez Canal, Alexandria, and Larnaca. This trip includes the following excursions:
- Sharm El Sheikh and the seabed of Naama Bay. A seaside getaway on a glass-bottom boat, a visit to Sharm El Sheikh and its traditional souk.
- Ancient Thebes, capital of the pharaohs: the Valley of the Kings and the Karnak Temple. Thebes is located on the west bank of the Nile, a mythical place to immerse yourself in over 4,000 years of history. The Valley of the Kings, a symbol of the realm of the dead and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the final resting place of some of the most important pharaohs, such as Amenhotep II, Ramses XI, and even Tutankhamun. Visit the Karnak Temple, a magnificent site dedicated to the god Amun.
- Cairo, with the Giza plateau, home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: the pyramids of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure, and the Sphinx, which continues to inspire awe. Afterwards, a visit will be made to the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
- The National Museum of Alexandria houses some 2,000 antiquities from the Pharaonic era through the Coptic and Islamic periods, including the Greco-Roman era. Afterwards, visit the Roman amphitheater and later, a guided tour of the Library of Alexandria and the Montazah Gardens.
- Nicosia, the last divided city in Europe. Visit the ancient Cathedral of Saint Sophia, a sacred place for the kings of Cyprus, and the Buyuk Han caravanserai, the finest example of Ottoman architecture in Nicosia.
La Belle de L'Adriaque offers its passengers an intimate atmosphere and comfortable onboard amenities, along with meticulous attention to detail from the crew. CroisiEurope's cruises include an all-inclusive package, a welcome cocktail, and a gala dinner during the voyage. Passengers also enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi onboard and port taxes are included. Private transfers are also available.
