The construction of the High Dam
at Aswan led to the creation of
the world's biggest man-made
lake - Lake Nasser - and with it
the opportunity to cruise its
picturesque and tranquil waters
on board luxuriously furbished
vessels, visiting a selection of
quieter temples and ancient
sites.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Arrival in Aswan to board the Kasr Ibrim
Lunch
on board
Visit to Kalabsha temple, Beit
El Wali, and the kiosk of Kertassi
Afternoon tea is served in the lounge
Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan
Harbor
Day 2:
Sail to Wadi El Seboua
Breakfast and enjoy a cocktail while
passing the Tropic of Cancer
Lunch
Dinner and overnight on board
Day 3:
Breakfast on board followed by a morning
visit to Wadi El Seboua, the temple
of Dakka, and temple of Meharakka
Lunch on board while sailing to Amada
Visit the temples of Amada and of
Derr, as well as the tomb of
Penout
Dinner and overnight on board at Amada
Day 4:
Sail to Kasr Ibrim
Breakfast and morning visit to the
citadel of Kasr Ibrim
Tour conducted from the ship's sun deck
as entrance to the site is not permitted.
Sailing to Abu Simbel
After-lunch visit of the Temples of
Abu Simbel.
Sound & Light show at Abu Simbel
temples (non-compulsory, ticket not
included)
Candlelight dinner on board and
overnight at Abu Simbel
Day 5:
Breakfast on board.
Those who wish may enjoy a second visit
to the Abu Simbel temples to watch
the sunrise (entrance ticket is not
included).
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