The History of the Nile River
The Nile River, longest river in the world, located in northeastern Africa.
From its principal source, Lake Victoria, in east central Africa, the Nile flows north through Uganda, Sudan, and Egypt to
the Mediterranean Sea, a distance of 5584 kilometers (3470 miles). From its remotest headstream in Burundi, the river is 6,695
kilometers (4,160 miles) long. A traditional Nile river cruise start and end in either Aswan or Luxor (embarkation points) covering a distance of 200
kilometers. To view a map of the Nile cruise
route click here.
The river basin covers an area of more than 3,349,000 sq kilometers (more than
1,293,000 square miles). In pre-historic times, primeval forests covered the river banks when the river was a vast swamp composed
of rushes, papyrus, and weeds. However, due to thousands of years of human intervention, the Nile throughout Egypt flows peacefully
through green fields - looking much like a rich, well cultivated European plain. The Delta, an area of about 10,000 square
miles, is a broad swamp intersected by canals. The Mediterranean Sea influences this region bringing a regular winter rainy
season. The Upper Nile valley is one great waterway, with insignificantly small irrigation canals scattered along its length.
It is much drier than the Delta, with little to no rain. The lack of seasons makes it much easier to cultivate the land in
the Upper Nile. Thus it was cultivated first and is much less swampy than the Delta, which is still being converted into arable
land.
In Luxor cross the West Bank to the Necropolis of Thebes and Oris, God of
the underworld. Venture into the tomb of the Boy King Tut-Ankh-Amun. En-route at Esna, visit the recently excavated temple
of god Khnum and then stop over at the Temple of Horus built in commemoration of the battle between Horus and his brother
Set. Further down the river the Temple of Kom Ombo is dedicated to the crocodile and healer gods. At Aswan wrap up the journey
with a ride in a lateen-sailed felucca and a visit to the Temple of Philae dedicated to the Goddess Isis.
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About Our Nile River Cruise Ships & Services:
Following is a list of our featured Nile
River cruise ships we offer. We personally select each Nile River cruise ship we offer based on stringent quality control
standards. We are confident you too will appreciate our selection we discriminately recommend. Sightseeing excursions are
included in our Nile River cruises; guided tours in Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor. Time permitting optional day excursions
to Abu Simbel may be included which start and end in Aswan.
We offer Nile River cruises starting
from 4 days / 3 nights up to 8 days / 7 nights. The number of days you want to cruise on the Nile River and the Nile River
cruise ship you choose will determine the sightseeing excursions in your Nile River cruise. Following is a general list of
sightseeing and excursions included for various Nile River cruises:
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Egypt is home to some of world's greatest
wonders and some of these treasured sites are situation along the Nile River between Aswan and Luxor.
A trip along the Nile
River is like a journey back in time itself. You can travel in comfort on this Pharonic dynasty making stops at the landmarks
of history; your voyage will be a luxurious passage of discovery. Nile river cruises
begin in Aswan or Luxor, covering a distance of 200 kilometers.
Throughout your Nile River cruise you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable
tour guide who will provide in-depth insights and a comprehensive understanding of the ancient kingdoms.
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