Explore the Nile in style with Tropical Sky

Egypt has been a source of wonder and attraction for thousands of years, leaving it with a rich culture and history that can't fail to inspire and impress. Sprinkled with a magnificent mixture of monuments and masterpieces, it has some of the most spectacular sightseeing in the world and is a great choice for a holiday.

With so much to see, tour operator, Tropical Sky (tropicalsky.co.uk) has devised a selection of new tailor-made Egyptian tours, combining a few nights in bustling Cairo - and a chance to visit the pyramids and Sphinx - with a luxury Nile cruise. Starting at £1,719 per person, join a small luxury ship and be charmed by the slower pace of life on board, while avoiding the crowds by going to places larger ships cannot reach. Cruise tours include:

Incredible Egypt Tour: Cairo & Nile Cruise - From £1,719 Per Person
Cruise the Nile on a round-trip from Luxor on the Rihana Dahabiya, a small, traditional cruise ship offering exceptional food and personal service. Wind-powered by two sails, it boasts ten double deluxe cabins with large picture windows, air-conditioning and private facilities.

With sightseeing included, the seven-night cruise takes in a visit the Temple of Karnak in Luxor, then onto the west bank of the Nile to explore the Valley of the Kings, Queen Hapshepsut's Temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Sail to Edfu to visit its Temple then up the Nile to Aswan, stopping at El Sheikh Fadi Island for tea en route. At Aswan, see the beautiful Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam. On the return trip to Luxor, stop at the Temple of Kom Ombo and enjoy an overnight stay at El Ramady Island.

Priced from £1,719 per person, it includes scheduled flights from Heathrow to Cairo, three nights staying at the five-star Oberoi Mena House on a bed and breakfast basis, internal flights to Luxor and a seven-night cruise on the Nile on a full-board basis with excursions.

Oberoi Deluxe Cairo & Nile Cruise - From £2,749 Per Person
Oberoi Zahra is one of the most luxurious ships on the Nile. Small and intimate with just 25 cabins and two suites, it offers the very best in accommodation, cuisine and guides with facilities including a pool, spa and gym.

Depart Luxor and visit the Valley of the Kings, Madinat Habu and the Colossi of Memnon. Sail to Quina and onwards to Dendera for a private tour of the temple. Return to Luxor for a night and see the Valley of the Nobles tombs, Dier El Madina, Temple of Hapshepsut and Luxor Temple. Sail on to Edfu to visit the Temple then up to Aswan, with a stopover at the High Dam and Temple of Philae. With a three-night stay in Aswan, there's plenty of time to relax on board and enjoy daily excursions to Kom Ombo and Mango Island.

Priced from £2,749 per person, it includes scheduled flights from Heathrow to Cairo, three nights staying at the five-star Oberoi Mena House on a bed and breakfast basis, internal flights to Luxor and a seven-night cruise on the Nile on a full-board basis with excursions.

For more information visit: tropicalsky.co.uk