What to See on Nile Cruises in Egypt

Nile cruises in Egypt take passengers not only along the river Nile but along the history of Egypt, which is a significant part of the history of humanity as a whole.

Nile Cruises in Egypt

The Nile River is the lifeblood of Egypt. For thousands of years, it has provided arable lands for the people along its banks and their agricultural efforts have sustained empires. It is a beautiful expanse of water, commonly regarded as the longest in the world.

Nile cruises take passengers not only along this river but along the history of Egypt.

Luxor and Aswan

Luxor and Aswan are both popular points of departure and arrival for Nile cruises. Travel between these two cities is the most popular arrangement for Nile cruises and, whichever starting point you choose, the wonder starts immediately.

In Luxor, you'll see the Luxor Temple and the Karnak Temple. This ancient complex of buildings had powerful religious significance to the ancient Egyptians and many still feel a sense of awe when in its presence.

The Valley of the Kings is along this route as well. This is the legendary resting place of many of Egypt's most famous rulers. Tutankhamen among them. This archeological treasure is near Aswan.

Along the route are found many temples, including Kom Ombo, Edfu and the Temple of Hapshepsut, Egypt's longest living female Pharaoh. Speaking of queens, the Valley of the Queens, another testament to the ancient Egyptian's culture, is found along this route as well.

Modern but Traditional

The ancient world, however, is not all that one is privileged to see on Nile cruises. Modern Egyptians still work these lands, plowing their fields along the shore, sometimes with animal-powered equipment which almost has the effect of making one feel as if one is seeing a scene of an ancient world long passed from our own.

Of course, these are modern people but in Egypt the modern and the traditional live side by side, whether it be astounding ancient temples near modern cities or fishermen and farmers working the Nile and its land as they have done for thousands of years while tour boats cruise by.

Nile cruises will, of course, take you through the many ecosystems that exist along this riparian treasure. Palm trees are frequently seen along the shore and the rich band of fertile soil separates the river by the thinnest measure from the endless expanses of desert.

To see Egypt, there are few better ways than to take advantage of one of the many luxurious Nile cruises available and watch this magnificent landscape from the waters that sustain it.

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