Cairo Cruise Tours Packages – Great Way to Relish Egyptian Culture and Ancient Ruins


Are you looking forward to exploring Cairo? Then to explore Cairo in the best possible way is a Cairo cruise tour on the Nile River. Imagine while sailing the Nile you get a glance of the enthralling cultures and ancient ruins of Egypt along with the legendary pyramids. From magnificent architectures to beautiful nature there is so much that you can experience when you choose elite Cairo cruise tour packages! Want to know what are the major attractions of a true Islamic Cairo tour? Then have a look.




The Aswan High Dam –

The Aswan high dam offers an impressive sightseeing experience indeed. About 3600 meters high, 980 meters thick at the base, 40 meters wide and 111 meters high, the high dam built over the Lake Nasser (largest human-made lake of the world) provides irrigation and electricity for the whole Egypt. 


The Granite Quarry in Aswan –

Located in the northern region of stone quarries in Aswan, the granite quarry is recognized to be the largest ancient obelisk. This unfinished obelisk is nearly about one third larger than any other ancient obelisk of Egypt that has ever been erected. 



The Temple of Philae –

The Temple of Philae is one of the best Egyptian temples to visit. The spectacular light and sound show at night makes it even more special. It is also often referred to as the Temple of Isis and is considered as the last ancient temple that is constructed in classic Egyptian style. 

Edfu –

Located on the west bank of the Nile River, the city of Edfu was popular as Apollinopolis Magna after the chief God Horus-Apollo. The main attraction of this city is the Temple of Horus which is considered to be one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. This temple is a combination of elements of the Egyptian temples and Greek architecture.

Kom Ombo –

One of the most unusual temples of Egypt is Kom Ombo as it has two entrances, two courts, two colonnades, two Hypostyle halls and two sanctuaries dedicated to two different Gods, Sobek and Horus. It is believed that the conflict between Sobek and Horus led the ancient Egyptians to build two different temple spaces within one temple. 


Valley of the Kings –

Situated on the West Bank of the Nile, the Valley of the Kings is the ancient burial ground of numerous rulers of the New Kingdom of Egypt including Thutmose I, Tutankhamun and Ramesses X or XI. You can find 63 tombs built between 1539 BC and around 1075 BC. 


Colossi of Memnon –

Also known as el-Colossat or es-Salamat, the Colossi of Memnon are two massive monumental statues that represent Amenhotep III (1386 to 1353 BC) of the 18th Dynasty of Egypt. The sculptures are located on the west of Luxor and face east looking towards the River Nile. The statues are 18 meters high and weigh around 720 tons each and are carved from single block of sandstone.


The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahri –

The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut also known as Djeser-Djeseru (Holy of Holies) by the ancient Egyptians is one of the most famous mortuary temples at Deir el-Bahri. Queen Hatshepsut after the death of her husband Thutmose II reigned for about 22 years. And her reigning period is known to be one of the most flourishing ones due to the significant accomplishments made by the Queen. The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut took 15 years to complete, i.e., between the 7th and 22nd years of Hatshepsut’s reign. 

Museum of Egyptian Antiquities –

Commissioned in 1835 by the Egyptian government, the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities located in Cairo has the most extensive collection of ancient Egyptian artifacts (about 120,000). If you genuinely want to understand the history, tradition and culture of ancient Egypt, then a visit to the museum is a must!


The Great Pyramids of Giza – Cheops, Chephren & Mykerions –

One of the Seven Wonders of the World, The Great Pyramids of Giza are three massive monuments with an unparalleled height built thousands of years ago, but still, enthrall and amaze visitors with their perfection. The primary three pyramids were built over a span of three generations by the rulers Khufu (Cheops), Khafre (Chephren) and Menkaure (Mykerions) hence the names of the pyramids is kept after them.


The Great Sphinx of Giza –

The national symbol of ancient as well as modern Egypt, the Great Sphinx of Giza is a sculpture of a reclining lion with the head of an Egyptian King that was carved out of limestone on the Giza plateau.

Conclusion:

Egypt Online Tour provide 6 days Nile and Cairo Cruise Tours Packages that lets you enjoy the enthralling culture and ancient ruins of Egypt through its awe-inspiring architecture, legendary pyramids, and a lavish Nile cruise journey.

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