14-Day Cruise-Tour, Including a Week-Long Red Sea Exploration aboard the 62-passenger M.S. Monet!
MONASTERIES OF THE LONELY DESERT plus: Cairo, Luxor, Petra & Amman
December 18-31, 2008 - SOLD OUT

December 18-30, 2009

Offered during the winter months when an escape to warm and sunny weather is most welcome, Monasteries of the Lonely Desert will explore some of the world’s greatest antiquities in Luxor and Petra. In addition to seeing the great sights in Egypt, it will delve deeper into the mysteries of the Egyptian desert, with visits to four early Christian monasteries and convents, some dating back to the fourth century.

This area has been a magnet for years for private yachts and sport diving, with its calm waters, beautiful arid scenery and coral reefs. Carrying just 62 passengers, the Monet promises to be a delightful, crowd-free way to explore this historic region. You will find her intimate ambiance to be very conducive to relaxation and the enjoyment of travel with a limited number of guests.

You will be joined during the cruise by William G. Dever, professor emeritus at the University of Arizona and a distinguished Near Eastern archaeologist and biblical
scholar. He will lead interesting discussions and informal presentations during the cruise.

You may also opt for the pre- or post-cruise extension in Cairo, providing you more time to explore Memphis, the Pyramids of Giza and the famed Egyptian Museum of Antiquities. See brochure for details.

From $3,712 + air or $3,412 + air if reserved by June 30, 2008.

Brochure (Requires an Adobe pdf reader to view)