Most people who book a Nile Cruise with us ask about the optional Abu Simbel excursion to Lake Nasser to see the magnificent architectural wonder shown on Joanna Lumley’s recent programme about the source of The Nile.
The 3,200 year-old complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site hewn into the rocky cliff side and is a breathtaking example of the ingenuity of the Ancient Egyptians.
Well why not think about taking this unique 8 day cruise holiday that combines a 4 night Nile Cruise followed by a further 3 night Lake Nasser Cruise that will allow you to experience the best of both fascinating and mysterious destinations?
On your Nile Cruise you will visit, amongst other places, The Valley of the Kings, Luxor and Karnak Temples, Temple of Hatshepsut, Edfu and the Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo, Aswan and the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Botanical Garden.
On your Lake Nasser Cruise you will visit, amongst other places, Qasr Ibrim, Amada Temple, Wadi El Seboua, Temple of Amun, Dakka Temple and Meharakka Temple.
You will sail on the excellent 5 Star Magic 2 Nile Cruise ship and the 5 Star Deluxe Movenpick MS Prince Abbas on a Full Board basis and you will be able to fly from either Manchester or Gatwick airports commencing January 3rd until October 24th 2011.
Prices start at just £1265 and this promises to be a really popular and very unique cruise so please take a look at our dedicated Nile Cruise and Lake Nasser Cruise page and then call us on Freephone 0808 1089 100 to find out more about availability and prices for the dates that suit you best.