To fully discover the ancient wonders of Egypt, a cruise on the River Nile is truly an unforgettable experience. The Nile River has been Egypt’s lifeline since ancient times and there is no better way to trace the passage of Egypt’s history than to follow the course of the Nile.

Few places on earth conjure up the magic and mystique of the Nile, cradle of one of the world’s most ancient civilisations. The Pharaohs’ temples, tombs, obelisks and pyramids have captivated tourists since the time of Alexander the Great and today represent some of the world’s most popular attractions. A Nile cruise is the best way to see the historic sites, virtually all of which are located along the banks of the river.

One advantage of taking a cruise up the Nile is the freedom from packing and unpacking to visit different sites around the country.

Temple of Karnak

The temple of Karnak, more of a city of temples built over a period of more than 2,000 years, is one of the most striking historic sites in the world, giving visitors an insight into the power and majesty of the ancient Egypt.

Likewise, the temple of Luxor is one of the most famous sites in Egypt, constructed for the ritual practices of the Festival of Opet.

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings is the one site not be missed on any Nile Cruise. Containing more than 60 royal tombs, including that of Tutankhamen, the site is both mesmerising and haunting at the same time.

By cruising up the Nile passengers are also given an insight into rural Egypt that few tourists ever see. Life outside the major cities has changed very little over the last three thousand years, and it is easy to imagine the Pharaoh gazing across the same landscape thousand of years ago.