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MS Acamar
River Cruise
the Theban Necropolis. Though battered by more than 3,000 years of scorching desert sun and sporadic Nile floods, they’ve captivated the imaginations of curious travelers. This afternoon we sail to Edfu, once a flourishing Greek city in ancient times and was commonly known as Apollinopolis Magna, after the chief God Horus-Apollo. Today the city rich with history is a friendly and commercial town. Locals produce sugar from farm-grown sugar cane and decorative pottery. (B,L,D)
Following breakfast, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, dedicated to Horus, the falcon- headed god. It is considered the best preserved temple in Egypt and also
the second largest after Karnak. The Temple of Horus seen today is the compilation of 180 years of construction, additions, and inscriptions. In the afternoon, sail to Kom Ombo, a agricultural town and home to many Nubians. Visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to both Horus and the Crocodile God Sobek. The layout combines two temples in one with each side having its own gateways and chapels. Next sail on to Aswan. (B,L,D)
Free time this morning in Aswan, a city small enough to walk around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile. Spend the day exploring the souk, full of the scent and color of spices, perfumes, scarves and baskets, or strolling the broad Corniche, watching the sailboats or sitting in a floating restaurant
listening to Nubian music and eating freshly caught fish. An optional excursion to the
Abu Simbel Temples will be available. This afternoon enjoy a scenic felucca ride to experience the peace and tranquility of the Nile water that has been the lifeblood of Egypt since Pharaonic times. (B,L,D)
Day 7 Nile Cruise - Kom Ombo - Aswan
Day 9 Temple of Philae – Aswan High Dam - Flight to Cairo
This morning disembark the ship for a visit
to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis. It was landscaped to match
the original site of the temple when it was relocated by UNESCO after the building of the Aswan Dam threatened the site. The temple has several shrines and sanctuaries. Philae was one of the last outposts of Egyptian religion, surviving two centuries after the Roman Empire converted to Christianity. Later visit the Aswan High Dam. When construction began on the High Dam in 1960, it was the most heralded part of President Nasser’s effort to develop Egypt for all Egyptians. The dam is over 360 feet tall and 12,500 feet across. Lunch is included at a local restaurant. Later transfer to the Aswan airport and return to Cairo. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers and new-found friends.
Day 8 Nile Cruise - Aswan
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Day 10 Cairo - Flight to USA
Today transfer to the Cairo airport and return home with wonderful memories of your Ancient Wonders, Egypt and Nile River Cruise.
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