Here's a great deal for a cheap winter-sun escape: £289 per person for a Nile cruise including flights and seven nights' full-board accommodation. This deal from 2bookaholiday.com saves 30% on regular prices and includes a free upgrade to a Middle or Upper Deck cabin**.

The cruise is onboard the MS Etoile du Nile I, II or III. All three ships are operated by Angelotel Nile Cruises and have been recently refurbished. easyJet flights from London Gatwick are available on 5, 7, 12, 14 December; 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 January; 1, 6, 22, 27, 29 February; and 5, 7, 12, 14 March.

The ships feature a pool, a deck bar, a library, a discotheque and a sun terrace. All cabins have individually controlled air conditioning and satellite TV.  For those wanting to discover the monuments of the ancient Egypt, a mini excursion pack is available for £80 per person. The full excursion pack is £140. Click here for more information and details on the excursion packs.

Book by 29 June.

For a 14-night holiday, a 5-star all-inclusive week at the Titanic Beach Resort in Hurghada can be added on to this deal for £250 more per person.

Transfers and checked bags are not included and are an extra £10 and £30 per person, respectively.