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 Ships and Boats in Egypt
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Boat Itinerary |
Luxor (Esna) - Aswan "05 days - 04 nights" |
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Upon arrival in Luxor, the Oriental Tours representative will be awaiting the guests to became his best friend for the coming few days in his home away from home.
We only deal with professional Egyptian, long experienced, and highly educated tour guides that have outstanding communication and linguistic skills to offer the tourists with the highest degrees of services
We start our visits of Luxor by exploring the Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of New Kingdom of ancient Egypt. The Pharaohs of the 18th dynasty till the 20th dynasty wished to protect their tombs against thieves; this was why they dig their tombs deep in the Theban Mountain, called the Theban peak. This includes the wonderful tomb of Tut Ankh Amun, discovered by Howard Carter in 1922.
Our next visit will be to the Temple of Hatshepsut; this magnificent mortuary temple was named the Splendid of splendids. It was constructed by the first Queen to rule over Egypt in the 15th century BC. Afterwards, many sections of the temple were destroyed by Ramses II and many of his successors. During the Coptic period of Egypt, the temple was transformed into a monastery, titled El Deir El Bahary.
Our next stop will be to the giant Colossi of Memnon; these two statues are the only remaining items of the mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III that was constructed in the 14th century BC. Standing about 20 meters high, these two statues were named the Colossi of Memnon during the Roman period when one of the statues used to making a humming sound.
Our last visit of the day will be to the Karnak Temple, the largest and the most important Pharaonic temple in the whole world. Established in the New Kingdom, the Temple or the complex of temples of Karnak was constructed over around 1300 years. Every king and Pharaoh of Egypt wanted to have his addition in the Karnak. This was why it turned out at the end to become the largest Pharaonic complex in Egypt.
The guests are then transferred using the most comfortable air conditioned vehicles to Esna, 54 kilometers tom the South of Luxor, at the end of the day to start their journey in the Dahabeya ship.
Overnight in the Dahabeya landing in one of the nice islands located to the North of Edfu
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We begin our day with the tasty breakfast at the Dahabeya and we continue sailing towards Edfu
We reach the town of Edfu, 115 kilometers south of Luxor.
We go on a wonderful horse carriage ride towards the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the best preserved Ptolemaic Temple in Egypt. The structure was constructed by Ptolemy III in 237 BC and it was completed during the reign of Ptolemy XII in the 1st century BC. The temple is actually a wonderful copy of much ancient Pharaonic temples and it is in a wonderfully preserved state.
Our next visit will be to the souk or market of Edfu where the guests will have a chance to buy gifts, souvenirs, and everything that Egyptian shops have to offer.
In the evening we reach the Speos of Hormoheb, the last king of the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt. This chapel that was cut into the rocks contains many wall reliefs, statues, and scenes of the Hormoheb and the god Amun.
We will land in front of the Speos of Hormoheb. The Dahabeya staff will prepare everything to have a magical dinner on the ground. With the lighted temple in front of us, we will have dinner while listening to the most wonderful and entertaining music.
Overnight in the Dahabeya
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After the great energizer breakfast, we go on sailing towards Kom Ombo
We reach the Temple of Sobek in Kom Ombo; this marvelous Greco Roman temple is quite symmetrical in everything. Being dedicated to the two gods; the falcon god, Haroeris, and the Crocodile god, Sobek, the temple has two entrances, two halls, and two sanctuaries. The temple was started in the 3rd century BC and it was completed by the Roman emperor, Augustus, in the year 30 AD.
We will then land in one of the small magical islands in the River Nile to have dinner in a great distinctive location close to the doors of Aswan city .
Overnight in the Dahabeya
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Pick up in the morning to explore the wonders of Aswan, this historical city that was always believed to have its own magic. With the Nile in Aswan being very wide, watching the river and the islands in Aswan is different than any other place in Egypt
We start our visits with the Temple of Philae, the center of the worship of Isis, the famous Egyptian god. This temple was constructed starting from the 4th century BC and the completed in the late Ptolemaic period to the early Roman period in Egypt. After the construction of the High Dam, the temple was relocated with the help of the UNESCO to its new location that we visit today.
Our next visit to the Souk of Aswan. Being famous all over Egypt for having a wide variety of products especially spices and herbs, a visit to the market of Aswan is essential for any tourist visiting the city.
We go on with our visit and go to explore the Unfinished Obelisk; a New Kingdom semi finished obelisk is laying down in ancient granite quarry in the South of Aswan. If it had been used and erected, being 1.8 million kilograms, it would have been the largest obelisk in history. The most remarkable feature of visiting the unfinished obelisk is that it would be accompanied by interpretation of how ancient Egyptians constructed obelisks.
We get ready for the final night in the Dahabeya when we will have a great time in the Egyptian Night, an event organized by the Dahabeya as a farewell party at the last evening of their trip
Overnight in the Dahabeya
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After the usual great breakfast in the Dahabeya, it will time to farewell the Dahabeya ship and the staff after spending a dreamy vacation sailing down the Nile and exploring the wonders of ancient Egypt.
Disembark the ship and get ready for your next trip
Transportation to the Aswan railway station and the Aswan Airport are available upon request.
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Aswan - Luxor (Esna ) 4 days-3 nights |
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We start our journey by visiting with the Temple of Philae, the center of the worship of Isis, the famous Egyptian god. This temple was constructed starting from the 4th century BC and the completed in the late Ptolemaic period to the early Roman period in Egypt. After the construction of the High Dam, the temple was relocated with the help of the UNESCO to its new location that we visit today.
Our next visit will be to the High Dam, built during the 1960s by the former president of Egypt, Gamal Abdel Nasser, to provide Egypt with its needs of water and electricity. This structure was considered a great architectural achievement when it was built
Our next visit to the Souk of Aswan. Being famous all over Egypt for having a wide variety of products especially spices and herbs, a visit to the market of Aswan is essential for any tourist visiting the city.
We embark the Dahabeya to start our magnificent journey sailing down the Nile in the royal style.
Overnight on board of the Dahabiya
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After the tasty breakfast, we go on sailing towards Kom Ombo
We reach the Temple of Sobek in Kom Ombo; this marvelous Greco Roman temple is quite symmetrical in everything. Being dedicated to the two gods; the falcon god, Haroeris, and the Crocodile god, Sobek, the temple has two entrances, two halls, and two sanctuaries. The temple was started in the 3rd century BC and it was completed by the Roman emperor, Augustus, in the year 30 AD.
In the evening we reach the Speos of Hormoheb also called Selsila temple or Gabal El Selsila , the last king of the 18th dynasty of the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt. This chapel that was cut into the rocks contains many wall reliefs, statues, and scenes of the Hormoheb and the god Amun.
We will land in front of the Speos of Hormoheb. The Dahabeya staff will prepare everything to have a magical dinner on the ground. With the lighted temple in front of us, we will have dinner while listening to the most wonderful and entertaining music.
Overnight on board of the Dahabiya Nile cruise small boat .
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We begin our day with the tasty breakfast at the Dahabeya and we continue sailing towards Edfu
We reach the town of Edfu, 115 kilometers south of Luxor.
We go on a wonderful horse carriage ride towards the Temple of Horus in Edfu, the best preserved Ptolemaic Temple in Egypt. The structure was constructed by Ptolemy III in 237 BC and it was completed during the reign of Ptolemy XII in the 1st century BC. The temple is actually a wonderful copy of much ancient Pharaonic temples and it is in a wonderfully preserved state.
Our next visit will be to the souk or market of Edfu where the guests will have a chance to buy gifts, souvenirs, and everything that Egyptian shops have to offer.
continue sailing towards Esna city and Overnight on board the Dahabiya
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After the usual great breakfast in the Dahabeya, it will time to farewell the Dahabeya ship and the staff after spending a dreamy vacation sailing down the Nile and exploring the wonders of ancient Egypt.
We start our visits of Luxor by exploring the Valley of the Kings, the necropolis of New Kingdom of ancient Egypt. The Pharaohs of the 18th dynasty till the 20th dynasty wished to protect their tombs against thieves; this was why they dig their tombs deep in the Theban Mountain, called the Theban peak. This includes the wonderful tomb of Tut Ankh Amun, discovered by Howard Carter in 1922.
Our next visit will be to the Temple of Hatshepsut; this magnificent mortuary temple was named the Splendid of splendid. It was constructed by the first Queen to rule over Egypt in the 15th century BC. Afterwards, many sections of the temple were destroyed by Ramses II and many of his successors. During the Coptic period of Egypt, the temple was transformed into a monastery, titled El Deir El Bahary.
Our next stop will be to the giant Colossi of Memnon; these two statues are the only remaining items of the mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III that was constructed in the 14th century BC. Standing about 20 meters high, these two statues were named the Colossi of Memnon during the Roman period when one of the statues used to making a humming sound.
Our last visit of the day will be to the Karnak Temple, the largest and the most important Pharaonic temple in the whole world. Established in the New Kingdom, the Temple or the complex of temples of Karnak was constructed over around 1300 years. Every king and Pharaoh of Egypt wanted to have his addition in the Karnak. This was why it turned out at the end to become the largest Pharaonic complex in Egypt.
Here is the ennd of our tour in Luxor , transfer to Luxor airport or train station or a hotel in Luxor is available upon request .
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Boat Features |
Cabins |
The Guest accommodation on the Ship comprises of 6 en-suite air conditioned cabins (max. occupancy 2 people) measuring 13sqm that can be set out with either two single beds or with a king-size bed. Each cabin is individually named, tastefully decorated and has large window so guests can have a great view of the Nile whilst enjoying the privacy of their own room. The cabins boast Egyptian cotton bedding and telephone with ample wardrobe and draw space. The bathrooms are equipped with a power shower, toilet, washbasin and hairdryer. You also have your own steward who is responsible for helping to make your stay with us as enjoyable as possible. |
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Royal Suite |
The suite of the Dahabeya Amoura are furnished with the finest equipment that any traveler would require including a large wardrobe, telephone, nice bathroom , indow to view the wonderful scenes of the Nile and a private terrace .
Perfect for entertaining or "when you just want to be alone". The Suite boasts Egyptian cotton bedding, telephone with ample wardrobe and draw space. The bathroom is equipped with a power shower, toilet, washbasin and hairdryer. It has all of the luxury fittings of the cabins but in a more spacious and sumptuous setting area with sofa bed .
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Sundeck |
The ship also hosts a marvelous sundeck where the guests can enjoy the sunlight and the cool breeze of the Nile. There are some sun beds and showers in the sundeck for everybody to lie down and enjoy the sun during the sailing Nile cruise .
The Upper Deck has oriental seating, sun Lounger. However Sundeck is for guests wanting to escape the heat of the sun it is partially shaded. We will take meals at our large banqueting table and relax on the comfortable deck furniture, or sip mint tea in our Arabic corner furnished with local carpets and cushions as well as Arabesque sofas. |
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Salon & Restaurant |
The Salon of the ship would be the finest place for the guests to enjoy their time playing games or watching the large screen playing DVDs or watching the satellite channels. The Salon is at the front of the ship and makes a delightful meeting place, as well as providing an alternative location for meals. Borrow a book or DVD from our library, play board games, watch major events on satellite TV or connect with the outside world with our onboard internet connection. The salon is also a place to meet your fellow guests for drinks at the bar before dinner and perhaps have a chat together about the events of the day late into the evening. Meet New Friends |
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Cuisine |
The food on board our small sailing boats in the Nile ( AMOURA) is designed to offer a wide range of dishes which will appeal to most tastes.
Breakfast is a leisurely affair which may be taken on the top deck whenever you are ready in the morning. There are no set times and the stewards will bring you freshly squeezed juice, fresh fruit, fine coffee and a variety tea's, eggs any way you like them, even soft boiled eggs and soldiers as well as the usual cereals etc. Or you may prefer to try an Egyptian breakfast "Shak Shuka" eggs scrambled with onion, peppers, garlic and a little chili served with soft bread rolls to awaken your palate!
We buy freshly caught fish from the local fisherman as they pull up alongside at any convenient point during our journey; we are able to change the menu at short notice to accommodate freshly grilled Nile Perch or Catfish.
Lunch is on the top deck under the shade of the canvas roof which protects everyone from the midday sun. We generally serve a selection of local Mediterranean dishes including Baba Anoug (eggplant and chick pea dip) Middle Eastern Salads, Falafel, Sweet Tomato Salad and local Flatbread. It's perfect lunch fare for vegetarians as well as carnivores. A glass or two of Shahrazade Rose, or a cold beer sets the tone for an afternoon of relaxing as we cruise leisurely to our next temple destination.
Offering many choices and a large selection of dishes, international and Egyptian, every tourist, from all ages and social backgrounds, would take pleasure in the meals offered in the Dahabeya Amoura.
Enthusiasm and eagerness to please mean that the service staff will look after all your dining needs with friendly efficiency, the intimate layout of AMOURA ensures that food is always fresh and served piping hot with grace and style. Enjoy!
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Inclusions
Cabins: 6 en Suite cabins.
Suite: 1 Royal Suite.
Embarkation: every Friday (4 nights).
From: Luxor/ Esna to: Aswan.
Embarkation: every Tuesday (3 nights)
From : Aswan to Esna /Luxor
Price is including full board accommodation , Drinks ( bottled and Mineral Water ,Tea and coffee during day and night and during meals as much as you want ) afternoon /sunset tea served with cakes and pastries .Internet is available on Board and is free of charge , Alcoholic drinks like beer , wines , hard drinks are available on boat and can be charged as per consumption on the spot .
Short itinerary of 4 nights/ 5 days trip :
Day One: arrive in Luxor, visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Karnak Temple, transfer to Esna, and embark the Nile Cruise, overnight on board of the Dahabeya
Day Two: Sail towards Edfu, visit the temple of Horus and then explore the bazaar of Edfu, and overnight in the Dahabeya .continue sailing, reach the Temple of Silsila, have dinner in the Speos of Hormoheb in a wonderful atmosphere, overnight in the Dahabeya.
Day Three : continue sailing; visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, Overnight close to the doors of Aswan city .
Day Four : Visit the Temple of Philae, the Souk of Aswan, the High Dam , and enjoy the Galabeya costume party in the evening while having dinner, overnight in the Dahabeya
Day Five: Disembark the Dahabeya and get ready to your next trip.
Monuments included in this travel package:
The Valley of the Kings
The Temple of Hatshepsut
The Colossi of Memnon
The Karnak Temple
Temple of Silsila
The Speos of Hormoheb
Temple of Horus in Edfu
Temple of Sobek in Kom Ombo
The Temple of Philae
The Souk of Aswan
The High Dam
English/French/German/Spanish speaking guides
The Short Itinerary of 3 nights/4 days trip
Day One: Visit the Temple of Philae, the Souk of Aswan, the High Dam, embark the Dahabeya, sail towards Esna, overnight in the Dahabeya.
Day Two: continue sailing; visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, sail towards the temples of Gebel El Silsila, dinner in front of the Speos of Hormoheb, overnight in the Dahabeya
Day Three: Sail towards Edfu, visit the temple of Horus and then explore the bazaar of Edfu, enjoy a wonderful Galabeya party, then continu to reach Esna and overnight in the Dahabeya
Day Four: disembarkation . pick up from Esna to be transferred to Luxor . Arrive at Luxor and visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Karnak Temple .
Monuments included in this travel package:
The Temple of Philae
The Souk of Aswan
The High Damhe
Temple of Sobek in Kom Ombo
Temple of Horus in Edfu
Valley of the Kings
The Temple of Hatshepsut
The Colossi of Memnon
The Karnak Temple
English/French/German/Spanish speakimg guides
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1st Oct - 30th April |
22nd Dec - 1st Jan |
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