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Lake Nasser Cruise Itinerary |
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Who would have thought that mankind could create something so beautiful.Before the high dam was constructed monuments were moved from their original sites and grouped together at four locations Kalabsha, Wadi-as-Subua, Amada and of course the famous temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari at Abu Simbel. A cruise on Lake Nasser gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy serene desert vistas and to explore the ancient Nubian temples and monuments. Peace and tranquillity awaits all visitors cruising Lake Nasser and gives a unique vantage point from which to explore the remote historical sites that the Lake protects for all future generations.
ITINERARY
 Many travellers have been fascinated by the sights, sounds & ancient monuments along the banks of the River Nile, now with the construction of the High Dam at Aswan, Lake Nasser brings a new dimension to cruising and offers visitors the opportunity to visit lesser known temples and experience thousands of years of Nubian history in a relaxed, informal but unique style.
Day 1
Embark cruiser before lunch. Afternoon free. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 2
Morning visit to the Temple of Kalabsha - dedicated to the Nubian God Mandulis and the Temple of Beit el Wali - House of the Holy Man - which was carved from rocks during the reign of Ramses ll. After lunch sail to Wadi el Seboua. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3
Morning visit to Wadi el Seboua temple entered through an avenue of sphinxes, the temple of Dakka dedicated to the god of Wisdom, Thoth of Pnubs and the ruins of the temple of Maharakka. Lunch on board. Sail to Amada to visit the oldest monument on Lake Nasser, the temple of Amada. Also visit the Derr Rock Temple built by Ramses ll dedicated to the rising sun and finally visit the tomb of Pennut. Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4
Morning sailing to Kasr Ibrim for a visit from the lake to see this Nubian monument, which is situated on the original site, surrounded by water. Sail onto Abu Simbel where the great temple appears at first sight to be rising from the depths of the lake. Carved from a mountain and dedicated to Ra-Harakhty, Amun and Ptah by Ramses ll. Also visit the temple of Nefertari, the beloved wife of Ramses ll.
Day 5
Opportunity to visit Abu Simbel for a second visit. Breakfast and disembark.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------An alternative itinerary programme is offered for the shorter cruise of 3 nights/4days. All the sites are included but will be visited in reverse, with the last night on board at Aswan.
Please Note: The order of your itinerary may alter but this will not affect the content.
General Information: Occasionally, due to operational difficulties, a change of vessel may occur with short or no prior notice. However, this change of vessel will not affect the sightseeing itinerary.
Traditionally, at the end of your cruise, a tip is expected.
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