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Itinerary - Movenpick M/S Prince Abbas
LAKE NASSER CRUISE & ASWAN STAY
***NEW - DIRECT FLIGHTS TO ASWAN!***
4 NIGHTS LAKE NASSER CRUISE (FB) & 3 NIGHTS ASWAN (BB).
MONDAY
Fly London Gatwick / Aswan.
On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the luxurious Movenpick MS Prince Abbas Lake Nasser Cruiser. Overnight in Aswan. TUESDAY
Morning visit to Kalabsha Temple, built by the Roman Emperor Augustus and dedicated to the Nubian fertility and sun god, Mandoulis - a classical example of a Ptolemaic period temple. The rest of the day is at leisure, while sailing to Wadi El Seboua, the Valley of the Lions - so named for the sphinxes guarding the temple. Overnight in Wadi El Seboua.
WEDNESDAY
In the morning, visit the Wadi El Seboua Temple, built in honour of Ramses II and dedicated to the gods Amon Ra and Ra Harmakis, known today for its fine interior reliefs. Afternoon sailing to Amada. On arrival, visit the site of Amada, the oldest Egyptian temple in Nubia and home to some of the most important reliefs in the region. Overnight in Amada.
THURSDAY
Sail from Amada to Abu Simbel, via Kasr Ibrim, allowing for an overview of the site, the only one to escape without relocation the rising waters of Lake Nasser, thanks to its elevated position. In the afternoon visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, amongst the most breathtaking monuments in the world, relocated with meticulous precision over a four year period. In the evening, experience a different side of the temples at the Sound andLight show. Overnight in Abu Simbel. FRIDAY
Morning transfer by road, a journey of approximately 3 hours, to your chosen hotel in Aswan, for a 3 night stay on a Bed & Breakfast basis. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Aswan, exploring the resort at your leisure.
MONDAY
Check out and transfer to Aswan airport.
Fly Aswan / London Gatwick.
UPGRADE YOUR HOTEL IN ASWAN TO THE MOVENPICK RESORT AND SPA OR THE IBEROTEL ASWAN FROM AS LITTLE AS £100PP. |