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Agatha Christie's Egypt Reading Holiday: A Literary Adventure Awaits
Friendship Travel is offering a unique nine-night itinerary called The Cairo & Nile Cruise Reading Holiday, departing November 1, 2025. This captivating journey combines literature and travel, allowing participants to immerse themselves in Agatha Christie’s classic novel, Death on the Nile, while visiting key Egyptian sites that inspired the novel.
The itinerary takes travellers on an enchanting voyage through Egypt, starting with the iconic Pyramids and Sphinx near Cairo, the very backdrop for a pivotal scene in the novel. The journey continues to Luxor, where the Valley of the Kings and the majestic Karnak temple ruins await exploration. Aswan, home to the historic Old Cataract Hotel where Christie stayed and wrote, is another highlight of the trip. Here, visitors can learn about the hotel’s rich history, which played a significant role in the creation of Death on the Nile.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this offering is the opportunity to book a stay in the Agatha Christie suite on the SS Sudan, a restored river steamer that sails between Luxor and Aswan for six days. This recreates the atmosphere that inspired the book, making the experience even more immersive.
The holiday is led by a “reading-holiday guide,” who facilitates engagement with the novel Death on the Nile during the cruise experience. Literary discussion is blended seamlessly with travel immersion, creating a curated book club experience on location.
The trip concludes with a visit to Abu Simbel temples, built by Ramses II, before returning to Cairo. This offering thoughtfully integrates Christie's literary work with the evocative real-world settings of her novel, providing a truly unique experience for fans seeking both cultural and intellectual exploration.
Don't miss this chance to step into the world of Agatha Christie and experience Death on the Nile like never before. Book your spot on the Agatha Christie's Egypt Reading Holiday today!
This literary adventure, Agatha Christie's Egypt Reading Holiday, not only offers a nine-night itinerary for travelers but also provides an opportunity to delve into books, as the journey is centered around Agatha Christie's classic novel, Death on the Nile. Moreover, during the trip, entertainment is weaved into the travel experience, with literary discussions being led by a "reading-holiday guide" on board the restored river steamer, SS Sudan.
