Choosing the Best Nile Cruises in Egypt

The Best Nile Cruises in Egypt are the ones that take visitors to their favorite, “must see” locations. Using this Egypt Nile cruises guide will help you plan the perfect Nile journey.

What Do You Want to See?

Modern Egypt is a fascinating place; travelers can find an amazing variety of activities and information throughout the entire country. For example, scuba divers and snorkeling enthusiasts will find a lot to do in the “Red Sea Riviera” along the eastern coast. There are excursions into the Sahara Desert areas and of course there are Egypt tours dedicated to the fascinating ancient history of the country.

Many people interested in discovering the wonders of ancient Egypt choose a Nile cruise as part of their travels, and the best Nile cruises make a point of stopping at some of the most famous locations.

The Routes

What are the routes of the best Egypt Nile cruises? Unfortunately all modern Nile cruises are limited to destinations between the southern cities of Luxor and Aswan. This is due to the impassibility of the many locks installed along the river’s length between Cairo and Luxor. The good news is that the best Nile cruises will still take in some of the major destinations and attractions of the ancient past.

What to See and Do

What can a visitor see aboard the best Nile cruises? Apart from the villages and people that live along the shores of the famous river, there will also be a wide range of fascinating historical sites.

For example, a person looking for the best Nile cruises for their one-week Egypt Nile cruise vacation may want to begin in Aswan, where they will see such sights as the Philae temple, an unfinished granite obelisk and even a short land tour to the famous Abu Simbel monuments.

Once a cruise reaches Luxor, the sites are spread across both shores of the river and a visitor can see the Valley of the Kings and the Valley of the Queens as well as Deir el Bahri. Heading to the eastern side of the river a visitor will be able to enjoy the temple complexes of Luxor and Karnak, which were part of the ancient capital city of Upper Egypt.

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Know Before You Go

In order to determine the best Nile cruises, a traveler must understand their budgetary and time constraints. For instance, a three day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor is ideal for someone with seven to ten days to spend in the country, while a lengthier and more detailed cruise is a great choice for someone with more than a single week in Egypt.

In addition to varied schedules and itineraries, the best Egypt Nile cruises will offer a diversity of interesting options, including all inclusive arrangements and even expert lecturers or special guests.

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