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Aswan to Abu Simbel Lake Nasser Cruise |
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5 Day Aswan to Abu Simbel Lake Nasser Cruise Or the “Lake Nasser Golden Tour |
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This travel package is truly matchless and distinctive and it is tailored for the tourists who are fond of discovering the secrets of the Pharaonic civilization and those who love to explore antiquities that only a few numbers of visitors have seen.
After the construction of the High Dam in the 1970s, a large natural lake was formed behind the dam reserving the water.
The flood of the water that the High Dam has stored has caused, unfortunately, the ruining of many monuments, the relocation of others like the Temple of Philae and the marvelous Temple of Abu Simble, and the isolation of a number of historical sites like the Temple of Amada and the Temple of Kalabsha behind the High Dam.
This perfectly designed tour offers a great chance for the visitors to view the relocated and isolated Nubian Pharaonic monuments.
Imagine spending four nights in a charming Nile Cruise Ship and visiting a number of remarkable monuments, which can never be reached by roads, everyday.
Great impressive monuments like the Temple of Derr, the Temple of Dekka, and then at the end of the trip, you will have the chance to explore the breathtaking Temples of Abu Simble that was constructed by King Ramses II, the most famous builder in the history of ancient Egypt
The guests will visit all these startling monuments while they are spending an enjoyable vacation on one of the most luxurious and equipped ships that sail down the Nile,
The tourists will have a wonderful entertainment program consisting of having a special party or event everyday. This is besides the tasty open buffet over a full board accommodation.
The Nile Cruise, on its own, is very pleasant with the cool breeze, the natural attractive greenery of Southern Egypt, and the swimming pool and the sun deck of the ship.
Everything in this travel package is greatly tailored to meet the expectations and the requirements of travelers coming from various social and cultural backgrounds and different countries from all over the world. |
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Duration |
5 nights6 days |
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Aswan - Abu Simbel |
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Accommodation |
3 nights accommodation aboard your choice of Luxury boats: The [Sonesta St. George] or [M/S Movenpick Royal Lily], Super Deluxe Nile Cruises |
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Meals |
All meals starting with Lunch on day one and ending with breakfast on day five |
Beverage |
included only in desert camp |
Transportation |
by our
private
deluxe
coach -
jeep 4x4
- sleeper
train |
Guide |
included |
Click map for |
Entrance fees |
included |
detailed route |
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The summary of the
itinerary |
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Day 1 |
take the flight from Cairo in the morning, arrival in Aswan, embark the Nile Cruise Ship, and visit the Kalabsha and Beit Al Wali Temples, overnight in the Nile Cruise
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Day 2 |
sail in the morning to the temple of Wadi Al Sebua and overnight in the Nile Cruise |
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Day 3 |
Visit the temple of Wadi Al Sebua, the Temple of Dekka, the Temple of Maharraka, the temple of Amada, the temple of Derr, and the tomb of Pennout, overnight in the Nile Cruise |
Day 4 |
d view the Qaser Ibrim from the ship. Sail to reach Abu Simble and visit the temple, optional sound and light in the Abu Simble temple, overnight in the Nile Cruise |
Day 5 |
disembark the Nile Cruise after breakfast in Abu Simble |
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The full itinerary of the
Tour: |
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Day 1 : |
Arrival in Aswan |
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-Upon arrival in Aswan, the guest will meet the Select Egypt Travel representative who will be your best friend for the coming days. We only deal with local highly educated and experienced company representatives who have fluent English and wonderful communication skills.
-After the "meet and greet", the guest will be transferred to his luxurious Nile Cruise Ship , his home away from home, using the best comfortable air-conditioned minivans
-The guest will check in the Nile in a few minutes to enable him/her to rest and refresh for an amazing trip in Egypt
-The rooms in the Nile Cruise are designed to suit and the needs and requirements of all travelers having all sorts of facilities
-You will start your visits with the Temple of Kalabsha, built by the Roman Emperor Augustus in the 1st century AD on the ruins of a much older complex. The temple was relocated 51 kilometers away from its original location in the 1970s after the construction of the high dam
-Your next visit will be to explore the Temple of Beit El Wali, which is a wonderful Pharaonic temple built by the famous builder and leader, Ramses II. The temple, containing wall caving demonstrating the achievements of Ramses II in Nubia, was also relocated away from its position
-Your last visit of the day will be to the Kiosk of Qertassi, a Roman small kiosk which was relocated with the Kalabsha Temple and contains a fine Hathour headed columns.
-A free evening to spend in the Nile Cruise
-Overnight in the Nile Cruise |
 
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Day 2 : |
Aswan - Wadi El Sebou |
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-After the amazing open Buffet breakfast, you will start the visits of the day
-The first step of the day will be to sail and visit the temple of Wadi Al Sebua
-A free evening to spend in the Nile Cruise
-Overnight in the Nile Cruise |
 
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Day 3 : |
Wadi El Sebou – Amada |
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-After the amazing open Buffet breakfast, you will start the visits of the day
-The first step of the day will be to sail and visit the temple of Wadi Al Sebua, the notable temple containing a magnificent avenue of sphinx built by Ramses II for the worship of the gods Amun Ra and Ra-Harakhty.
-The second visit of the day will be to The Temple of Dekka, which was originally built by the Ethiopian King, Arkamani, in the 3rd century AD. The Romans and the Ptolemies have also constructed some additions tot the temple dedicated to the god Throth. The temple like all the monuments situated in the area was relocated after the construction of the High Dam
-Your last visit of the day will be to The Temple of Maharraka, a small but splendid temple built during the Roman period with an impressive hypostyle hall
-The first step we will be exploring The Temple of Amada, dedicated for the worship of the gods Amun Ra and Ra-Harakhty and built by Tuthmosis III and Amenhotep. This wonderful construction is the most ancient surviving Nubian temple in Egypt
-Your next visit will be to the temple of Derr, built by Ramses II and was transformed into a church during the Christian era. The temple, despite being ruined over the years, still contains amazingly colored wall paintings.
-The next stop will be at the tomb of Pennout, which belongs to the viceroy of Nubia under the rule of Ramses VI (1143 – 1136 BC). The tomb contains remarkable scenes of the deceased with his family.
- Overnight in the Nile Cruise |
 
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Day 4: |
Wadi El Sebou – Amada |
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-After the energizing breakfast, you will be sailing to start your tour of the day
-The first step we will be exploring The Temple of Amada, dedicated for the worship of the gods Amun Ra and Ra-Harakhty and built by Tuthmosis III and Amenhotep. This wonderful construction is the most ancient surviving Nubian temple in Egypt
-Your next visit will be to the temple of Derr, built by Ramses II and was transformed into a church during the Christian era. The temple, despite being ruined over the years, still contains amazingly colored wall paintings.
-The next stop will be at the tomb of Pennout, which belongs to the viceroy of Nubia under the rule of Ramses VI (1143 – 1136 BC). The tomb contains remarkable scenes of the deceased with his family.
-Your last trip of the day will be to sail and visit Qaser Ibrim; this is the one of the few monuments that remained in its place after the construction of the High Dam. It was believed that there was an impressive fortress in this location dating back to 1000 years BC. During the Roman era, the walls of this fortress included seven impressive temples. You will explore Qaser Ibrim from the ship as it is not accessible anymore for visitors
-Overnight in the Nile Cruise |
 
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Day 5: |
Amada - Abu Simbel |
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-You will start the day with the amazing breakfast and get ready for the best monument of the whole Cruise
-Your first trip of the day will be to sail and visit Qaser Ibrim; this is the one of the few monuments that remained in its place after the construction of the High Dam. It was believed that there was an impressive fortress in this location dating back to 1000 years BC. During the Roman era, the walls of this fortress included seven impressive temples. You will explore Qaser Ibrim from the ship as it is not accessible anymore for visitors
-It is the time to explore a monument that is considered to be one of the most astonishing sites in Egypt. The visit of the day will be to the Abu Simble Temple, which is a startling temple built to honor Ramses II. Abu Simble great temple and the smaller temple of Hathour were hewn out of a stone cliff. This huge breathtaking monument was built for the worship of the gods Amun, Ptah, Ra-Hakharty. The most fascinating feature of Abu Simble is the four colossi of Ramses which are 33 meters high. The whole complex was relocated by the UNESCO in 1970s after the construction of the High Dam.
-In the evening, the guest will have the chance to visit the Sound and Light Show in the Abu Simble temple to enjoy a wonderful enjoyable demonstration of the history of the temple and the whole region
-The evening free at leisure in the Nile Cruise
-Overnight in the Nile Cruise. |
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Day 6: |
Abu Simbel |
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-After having the best breakfast, we check out the Nile Cruise after having a fabulous Cruise sailing down the Nile in Lake Nasser |
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Aswan: Aswan is Egypt South most city. Located on the widest section of the river Nile, Aswan offers amazing scenes of this great river. Since the Pharaonic Old Kingdom, Aswan served as the Southern Gate of Egypt, an important base for incursions into Nubia and Sudan, and a vital transit point for the trading caravans coming from Nubia to Egypt. The most remarkable attractions located in Aswan are the tomb of Agha Khan, the High Dam and the unfinished obelisk. This is besides many Pharaonic temples like Philae, Kalabsha, and Amada. With its laid back atmosphere Aswan is considered one of the most relaxing cities in Egypt. The city is also famous for its touristic market displaying goods from all over Nubia. Aswan is the best starting point for visiting the startling temples of Abu Simble |
 
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Accommodation |
Number of guests |
1st May - 30th
Sep |
1st Oct - 30th
April |
Christmas - New Year
Easter Period |
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3 Star |
2 guests |
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3 guests |
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4 guests |
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4 Star |
2 guests |
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4 guests |
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5 Star |
2 guests |
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Price includes: |
•Roundtrip Domestic Airfare Cairo/Aswan-Abu Simbel/Cairo
•4 nights accommodation aboard your choice of Cruises: [M/S Nubian Sea] or [M/S Jaz Omar El Khayam], Deluxe Cruise
•Arrival transfer in Aswan to the Cruise
•Departure transfer in Abu Simbel
•All meals starting with Lunch on day one and ending with breakfast on day five
•All entrance fee as per cruise itinerary
•Service of English Speaking License Egyptologist throughout the itinerary
•All taxes
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•Tips of $25 per person for the Cruise Staff
•Tips for your guide and drivers
•Personal Items
•Optional tours
•Beverage During lunch and dinner |
Note |
Sightseeing is based
on private basis and not joining other guests.
The Nile Cruise programs can be changed without prior
notice due to navigational
circumstances, Select Egypt is not liable to these changes.
Domestic flight Abu Simbel / Cairo could be via Aswan
we offer you with
the possibility of having any optional tour to visit any
cities or monuments that you wish to explore in any
destination in Egypt that are not included in your
travel package. |
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Monuments included in this
travel package: |
| Karnak and Luxor Temple |
| Valley of the Kings |
The Temple of Abu Simble (Optional) |
| Temple of Queen Hatshepsut |
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| Colossi of Memnon |
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| Edfu Temple |
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| Kom Ombo Temple |
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| Unfinished Obelisk |
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| Philae Temple |
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