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If you thought that a trip to Egypt
meant only a visit to the Pyramids, then think again, as going to Egypt and missing out on the Nile River Cruises is indeed
regrettable! This beautiful African nation has a lot to offer and if you are looking to enjoy a true blend of luxury and adventure
then do avail the Nile River Cruises.
The Nile
River Cruises give the tourists a peek into the Egyptian village life. The countryside, still very ancient in the way that
people live in clay huts, plough fields manually and use animal pulled carts as vehicles, can be viewed first hand by the
passengers while sunbathing on the deck of a cozy ship.
Depending on your choice, you can avail of cruises of short or long duration. The shorter trips, lasting
for a three or four days usually Nile
River Cruise Ship between Luxor and Aswan. The longer cruises, lasting maybe a couple of week or even more journey
further north to Dendera. So if you chose a long Nile River cruise, the attractions would include:
- Trips to Cairo, home to the pyramids
- Museums and other historical places
- A brief voyage to Abu Simbel, the most southern part of Egypt
A Nile River Cruise holiday on the river Nile can be a memorable experience. If you are looking for a
relaxing vacation in Egypt, surrounded by the luxuries of comfort, avail the big ships that substitute as floating hotels
(Nile River Cruises Ships). Spacious rooms, modern amenities and lip smacking gourmet…it will indeed be a trip to remember.
However if the adventurous spirit in you calls out, you can try traveling on the Nile feluccas. These narrow boats will not
be as luxurious as the big ships, but sleeping on the deck and having sailors double as cooks has its own charm, and if this
kind of a holiday calls out to you, you will have a great time!
The Nile River Cruises are available all year round, but in mid April, locks on the Nile are shut because
of water levels. The best time to go on a cruise on the Nile is October to March when all the locks are open and the weather
is nice and cool.
So plan a cruise holiday on
the River Nile and get set to experience the land of the pyramids closely.
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Egypt is the land in which civilization was nurtured. Steeped in history, it evokes memories
of a glorious past. For millenniums, Egypt was and still is the cradle of civilization; it's rich in history and monuments
proof of the heritage of humanity. En-route between Aswan sightseeing and Luxor sightseeing on a Luxury Nile Cruises ships
is the only way to appreciate the mysteries of all Ancient Egypt in Aswan (Nile Felucca), Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna, Luxor, Qena,
Luxor Temple, Karnak Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Ramsis Temple, Nefertari Temple, Horus Temple. |
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Ancient 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.
An Ancient Egypt trip along the Nile River is like a journey
back in time itself. You can travel in comfort on this Pharaonic 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.
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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 Egypt Kingdoms.
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
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
Nile Felucca and a visit to the Temple of Philae dedicated to the Goddess Isis.
Following is a list of our featured Luxury Nile River cruise ships we offer. We personally
select each Luxury Nile River cruise ship we offer based on stringent quality control standards. We are confident you too
will appreciate our selection we discriminately recommend. Ancient Egypt Sightseeing excursions are included in our Nile River
cruises; guided sightseeing in Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor, Karnak temple. Time permitting optional day tour to Abu Simbel
may be included which start and end in Aswan.
We offer Nile River Cruises starting from 4 days / Nile River Cruises starting from 3 nights up
to 8 days / Nile River Cruises starting from 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 Egypt sightseeing excursions in your Nile River cruise. Following is a general
list of Egypt Sightseeing and excursions included for various Nile River cruises:
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Recommended Luxury Nile Cruises 
Between Luxor, Aswan and Dendrea
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Following is a list of our featured Nile River cruises ships we offer categorized by standard.
To view complete details including day-by-day sailing itineraries and routes for a specific Nile River cruise ship click on
the name of the Nile River cruise ship of your choice.
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Nile River Cruises Holidays in Egypt
We offer different Egyptian holidays combining a Nile River cruise with visits to the main sights of Egypt.
We offer many cruise and stay options, of lengths from 8 to 17 days. Itineraries can include Red Sea Diving Holidays, Red
Sea Liveaboard Safari, Western Desert Oasis Safari, Cairo and the Pyramids, or extensions to Abu Simbel by lake Nasser Nile
River cruise ship or air.
Visits to Cairo are usually based on Giza to the south east of the city, where
you find the Pyramids and the Sphinx and be amazed by their size. The fascinating Egyptian Museum includes the burial treasures
of the Pharaoh Tutankhamun. In the evening is a Sound and Light Show in the shadow of the Sphinx.
From Cairo fly to Luxor or Aswan to join your Nile River cruise ship - alternatively
start your holiday by direct flight to Luxor. From Luxor some cruises go north to Dendera, for a visit to the temple of the
God Hathor, then sail back to Luxor.
From Luxor visit the Valley of the Kings, with its hundreds of tombs, most
famously that of Tutankhamun. See also the Valley of the Queens, Deir El Bahri, the mortuary temple of Queen Hatsheput and
the Colossi of Memnon. Cruises also offer visits to the temple complexes of Luxor and Karnak, both noted architectural sights.
Your cruise ship sails via the river lock at Esna to Edfu. The temple of Edfu,
dedicated to the falcon-headed God Horus, is one of the best preserved in Egypt. Further down the River Nile is the famous
Kom Ombo temple dedicated to the crocodile God Sobek, with its mummified crocodiles.
Aswan is a colorful city, noted for its markets. Visit the Aswan High Dam,
and the temple of Philae, which was dismantled and rebuilt to avoid being submerged under the Dam's rising waters. Kitcheners
Island is a beautiful botanic garden with many exotic plants and trees.
From Aswan there are excursions by air to the temples of Abu Simbel. This massive
ancient site was moved from its original position and rebuilt to avoid being submerged by the rising waters of the new Lake
Nasser. The people in the picture (bottom right) indicate its huge size.
It is also possible to cruise from Aswan to Abu Simbel and see
marvelous desert landscapes, particularly sunrises and sunsets. This allows visits to temples and sights only accessible by
water, on the shores of Lake Nasser. There are virtually no towns or villages, or mooring sites, so small boats are used for
transport ashore. Excursions include Wadi El Seboua and the temple of Ramsis II, Kasr Ibrim and the relocated temple of Amada.
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The Luxury Nile River Cruises listing below shows the length of each cruise holiday and
the areas covered. Kindly Click on the Luxury Nile River Cruise name to reach the detailed information pages.
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Nile River Cruises & Egypt Land Tours Extention 
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Optional Tours to Abu Simbel 
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Tour to Abu Simbel . . . a witness turned to stone as evidence to posterity of the power of
the divine Pharaoh.
The Abu Simbel temples were carved out of a mountain on the west bank of the Nile. There
are two: the colossal temple of Ramsis, which was dedicated to the Egyptian gods Ra-Horakhty, Amun and Ptah, and to the deified
pharaoh himself. The smaller temple of Nefertari was dedicated to Hathor, the cow-headed Egyptian goddess of love. In the
doorway to the main temple are four statues of Ramsis, each more than 20 meters high, accompanied by smaller statues of the
Queen Mother and Nefertari. Above the doorway stands a figure of the falcon-headed sun-god Ra-Horakhty. Inside, eight statues
of Ramsis hold up the roof of the Hypostyle Hall; the relief's on the wall show the pharaoh victorious in various battles.
In the next hall, Ramsis temple and Nefertari temple are shown in front of the gods and the solar baroques that will carry
them to the underworld. The innermost chamber is the sacred sanctuary, where the gods (including Ramsis) sit on their thrones.
Twice a year; every February 22nd and October 22nd at sunrise, light penetrates the temple and illuminates the faces of these
figures.
If you decide to stay overnight at Abu Simbel, the Abu Simbel Sound & Light
Show is truly memorizing; you will not want to miss this incredible display of history reflecting off the massive stone monuments
with laser lights and amphitheater quality background music. Abu Simbel Sound & Light Show is performed every night at
the Karnak Temple. At dusk, enjoy a magical experience as floodlit buildings are silhouetted against the volcanic rocks and
surrounding water. Let your imagination take you back in time to experience how the ancient Pharaohs might have lived. For
complete details for this optional tour excursion
There are evening more that one of Abu Simbel Sound & Light Show available in Aswan
at the Philae Temple and in Luxor at the Karnak Temple. Some Nile River cruise schedules afford you time for optional
land tour excursions.
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Urgent Note Regarding Luxury
Nile Cruises
Rates:
Please be informed that rates for our Luxury Nile Cruises are posted on our website.
In order to give you our best Offer we can for our Luxuy Nile River Cruises, kindly be informed that Best offers
for Luxury Nile Cruises are based on many factors such as the time of year you plan to travel, group size, if you have children,
nationality, standard of accommodations you require (from standard cabin up to deluxe suites) and availability of spaces.
For these reasons we find it much better to give you a price quotation at the time of your request so you know
exactly what the cost is and there are no hidden costs. The rate we quote you is locked at the time you confirm your booking
and will not change. This way you will have a guaranteed rate to budget and plan your holiday.
Lurury Nile Cruises Peak Periods:
Peak periods for
Luxury Nile Cruises vary depending on the Luxury Nile Cruises ship however, as a
general rule you can expect to pay higher rates during December 20 January 2008/9.
To receive a detailed price quotation for your private tour request, please use our e-mail address:
info@mintravel.com to expedite your inquiry.
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