Top 10 Things to See and Do on a Luxury Nile Cruise
by Amit Shir MarketerEgypt offers you hundreds of tourist spots. Gathering concise information about the various places while planning a Nile Cruise tour is an exciting activity.
Traveling on a cruise, relishing the scenic beauty of Egypt on both sides
of the Nile, is a lifetime experience. A cruise trip is studded with modern
amenities, uncompromising on your comfort and convenience. You can get involved
in numerous activities during your cruise vacation. It is a good idea to jot
down a few activities and prioritize them before you embark on your journey.
Regal stay at Sonesta St. George
Sonesta St. George is a breathtakingly beautiful
floating hotel that marks one of the USPs of your Luxury Nile Cruise. Its magnificent lobby with a bedazzling chandelier on its ceiling stuns
you as soon as you make an entry. The top deck has a sleek café and pool with
lounge facilities.
Exploring Karnak
You must make a resolution not to miss visiting arguably the most
significant Pharaoh site in Egypt. In ancient times, Karnak was the central
powerbase of the country. Usually, your Luxury Nile Cruise
would begin at Karnak, with jaw-dropping
remnants around.
Visiting Luxor Temple
The magnum opus of the Pharaoh King Amenhotep III, Luxor Temple is an
impeccable example of the intricate architectural craft. The colored
hieroglyphics and statues of Ramses enchant you in the temple premises.
Valley of the Kings
Tombs of nearly every Pharaoh King can be traced at the captivating Valley
of the Kings. If you are fortunate enough, you may witness the famous tomb of
the Great King Tutankhamen, provided it is not closed for minor renovation and
research.
Appreciating Temple of Hatshepsut
West Bank of Luxor is the location of this intriguing temple with an astounding the spectacle of sweeping terraces and the enamoring backdrop of imposing
mountains. The Upper Terrace has statues of Hatshepsut, making the place more
interesting for photography.
Sipping tea at sunset
As the sun melts on the horizon, sipping flavored tea on the deck of a Nile
Cruise is one of the most peaceful experiences. The cool breeze from the palm
trees on the banks would play with your hair, engrossing you in a calm,
romantic atmosphere.
Admiring Edfu Temple
It is the best-preserved Graeco-Roman Egyptian Temple. The premises boast
of statues resembling horse-drawn chariots. The temple dates back to 273 BC. It
is one of the quintessential elements of any well-designed itinerary.
Exploring Kom Ombo Temple
It is a dual temple with an intensely delicate symmetrical plan, dedicated
to Horus, the Falcon God, and Sobek, the Crocodile God. It has some ancient
nooks that make the place appear mystic.
Visiting Temple of Philae
Experts and globetrotters opine that The Temple of Philae is the most
beautiful temple in Egypt. The Ptolemaic era temple is a symbol of ancient
culture in the lovely little town of Aswan.
Roaming in Gharb Sohail
It is a colorful locale where you can roam and shop for handmade
artifacts.
A scintillating experience
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