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Cruise The Nile Of Cleopatra
or centuries, the Nile time of year to enjoy a Nile
River has been at the cruise is winter, from December
center of life in Egypt. to February, due to the hot
The ancient Egyptian civilization desert climate.
relied on the flooding of the
Nile to create fertile land for
farming in an otherwise desert
landscape. Excavations along the Think of the romance of a
Nile have unearthed vast leisurely cruise through such an
quantities of archeological ancient and historic land. The
remnants from ancient times and a banks of the Nile are lined with
leisurely cruise along the Nile ancient monuments and unusual
takes you through this ancient sites, like banana plantations.
populated area that is so steeped Excursions to other famous
in history. And remember, you are locations, such as the Karnak
following a royal route; the Temple and the tomb of Nefertiti
pharaohs and Queen Cleopatra in the town of Luxor, are
cruised the Nile! available on most cruises. Other
towns that can be touring stops
are Aswan, Esna, Kom Ombo and
Edfu. Knowledgeable local guides
A cruise along Nile is an are available and are recommended
excellent way of visiting to explain the finer points of
scattered archeological sights in each site.
a country with less than
spectacular roads and airline
service. In fact, some quality
travel agents recommend cruising A Nile cruise can be quite
as the preferred method of economical. For a three-star ship
transportation in Egypt. The best the cost can be as little as $70
per person per night while a served buffet style. And, of
deluxe cruise can cost a mere course, luxury cruise companies
$130 per person per night, double employ world-class chefs to
occupancy. The length of the pamper the palette.
cruise can vary from 3, 4 or 7
nights. Rooms are well-appointed
and meals are included. Of
course, deluxe and luxury cruise A cruise is an excellent way for
boats also provide a swimming the American tourist to visit a
pool, Jacuzzi, bar and recreation unique and different culture
facilities, and gift shops. since all services are provided.
Air-conditioning is a must for For example, there is no worry
the American tourist who is about where and what to eat. Also
unaccustomed to the possible one the cruise company arranges all
hundred degree heat. And the tours to the major ancient
remember, since you are cruising attractions and provides
on a river than the ocean, the reputable guides who know
river cruise ship will be much Egyptian customs. Thus, you do
smaller, with anywhere from 100 not need local currency for
to 500 passengers. admissions as these have been
paid in advance. By taking a
cruise, you are buying a measure
of safety in a foreign land,
Generally, meals on a Nile cruise provided that you select a
are served at a specific time, reputable cruise company with a
with all passengers being served good reputation.
at a single seating. Expect a
full range of cuisine from local
to international. Some meals,
such as lunch and dinner, may be Egypt is an ancient land with
fascinating monuments and temples culture than to experience it by
that are adorned with mysterious cruising the Nile like the royal
hieroglyphics. What better way to pharaohs.
immerse yourself into this unique
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