NILE RIVER CRUISE
ABU SIMBEL
ABU SIMBEL
visit the Temple of Abu Simbel
The journey overland to the Temple of Abu Simbel from the cruise ship took about 3hours through the desert. There were about 20 over coaches in a convoy and we were escorted by heavily armed guard. We were told that the road across the desert was not safe due to arm robbers. We started off at about 4am. It was uneventful and quite boring as there was nothing but desert. However upon arriving it was all worth it.
Flanked by four gigantic statue of Ramses II. It was reclaimed from the dam and reconstructed in its present location
return to the cruise and continue the journey on the cruise to Kom-Ombo along the River Nile
The roofless Temple of Kom-Ombo
it was dedicated to their falcon and crocodile gods
it was dedicated to their falcon and crocodile gods
Mummified Nile Crocodiles
EDFU TO ESNA TO LUXOR
relax on the deck of the boat as it glides by primitive villages Edfu
relax on the deck of the boat as it glides by primitive villages Edfu
experience a ride on horse drawn carriage from the dock to the entrance of Temple of Edfu
Temple of Edfu
the best-preserved cult temple in Egypt,dedicated to the falcon god,Horus
It is also an essential landmark for archaeological enthusiasts
return to the cruise and continue sailing to Luxor via Esna Lock
to Luxor via Esna Lock
LUXOR
disembark upon ariving Luxor
the temple of Luxor
It is also famous with its huge columns which end with the shape of papyrus plant
the Temple of Karnak
mosque inside the temple
a holy city of Pylon,Hypo style hails,Colossal statues,Shrines and Obelisk
Valley of the Kings
about 64 of Egypt's Pharaohs had their palatial resting places hewed into the sheer rock
after lunch depart for Cairo by flight
Memories of the Nile River Cruise
fantastic views along the River Nile
The locks at Esna
Beautiful sunset on the Nile
Cultural dance on board
Preparing for farewell dinner
Some friends/fellow travelers on the cruise
The River Nile Cruise is a fantastic journey through this ancient land. there are so much variations to the landscape. A must on a visit to Egypt.
bid farewell to this unforgettable country
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