Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt and enjoy some winter sun with this deal from 2bookaholiday.com: £289 per person (based on two sharing) for a Nile cruise that comes with flights, free transfers and seven nights' full-board accommodation. That's a 40% saving on the regular price. 

Flights are direct from London Gatwick to Luxor, departing on 14 January and 4, 11 March, 2013. 

Update (3 May; 14:26): Due to high demand, 11 January and 4 March are no longer available at the publish price. However, 2bookaholiday.com have now made 6, 13 March available at £289 per person. Click here for an updated list of prices and travel dates.

The week-long cruise is on MS Emely, which sails from Luxor and takes in Esna, Edfu and Aswan, before returning to Luxor. The ship features a sundeck, a split-level pool, a deck bar, a Jacuzzi and a restaurant. A full excursion pack is available for £99 per person (saving 20%), including trips to the temples at Karnak and Luxor and the Valley of the Kings. 

For some beachside relaxation, a 5-night Red Sea stay can be added on to this deal from £150 more per person, staying in Hurghada on an all-inclusive basis at the 5-star Titanic Beach Spa & Aquapark.

Baggage is not included and is an extra £30 per person for 20kg.

Travel on 7 January for an extra £20 per person, and on 28 January for an extra £30 per person. Many other dates have been discounted for travel in December, January and February. Click here for a full list of prices and travel dates.

Book by 16 May.