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Tranquil cruise on Lake Nasser: discovering the palaces and temples of Nubia

Main features
Boat model: Navire
Type: Yacht / Motoryacht > 24 m
Number of cabins: 6
Maximum capacity: 12 travelers

Cabin

Double cabin on the main deck
Double cabin on the main deck equipped with two single beds or one large double bed. Each cabin is 12m². All cabins are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms equipped with shower, toilet, washing basin, and hairdryer.
Each cabin features a large panoramic window overlooking the lake.
Double cabin on the upper deck
Double cabin on the upper deck, equipped with a large double bed and a private terrace of 10m² at the rear of the cabin. Each cabin is 14m². All cabins are air-conditioned and have private bathrooms equipped with shower, toilet, washing basin, and hairdryer.
All cabins have a large panoramic window, each offering a view of the lake.
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Aswan Kalabsha Ghazal
Boarding. We will begin our discovery of the relocated temples, saved from the waters of the Nile,... more+ by visiting Kalabsha and Beit el Wali.
This temple was once located in the village of Kalabsha and is known as Mandoulis, dating back to the Roman era.
Beit el Wali, meaning "the house of the saint," was carved into the mountain during the reign of Ramses II. It consists of two chambers: the sanctuary and its vestibule.
Return on board for lunch.
Start of navigation southward for a cruise off the beaten path, offering moments of rest, calm, and serenity. We will pass by the original site of the Kalabsha temple, which still bears the name of the Nubian village that once stood here before the waters rose.
Departure to Khour el Ghazal, where we will spend the night in the bay of Khour el Ghazal.
Dinner at anchor.
 
Activities: Including: Discovery of the Kalabsha and Beit el Wali Temples, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Ghazal Garf Hussein Wadi el Seboua Dakka Meharraga
Breakfast on board. Navigation to reach the site of Wadi el Seboua. Arrival at the Wadi el Seboua... more+ site for a walk and a discovery of the Nubian desert on foot. We can admire the various groups of birds around the small lagoons.
These temples were relocated with the help of UNESCO and several global organizations.
We will explore the temples of Dakka, Wadi el Seboua, and Meharraqa, with sculptures and colors that are unique in their beauty and fine detail. The temple of Dakka (Greek Pselchis) was built at the same location by the Nubian king Ergamene and by Ptolemy II when they co-ruled Lower Nubia in the 3rd century BCE. It was later redecorated and expanded by other Ptolemies and Roman emperors Augustus and Tiberius.
The temple of Wadi el Seboua, built by Ramses II, was dedicated to the gods Amon-Ra, Ra-Horakhty, and the defied Ramses II. It is accessed through an avenue of sphinxes bearing the king's image. Unlike Abu Simbel, which he oversaw, Ramses II allowed the viceroy of Kush, the Nubian province, to handle the construction here, just as he did at El Derr.
Return on board for lunch. Navigation for approximately an hour and a half.
Stop by the fine sand dunes of Wadi al Arab for a walk and relaxation. Departure towards Amada. During the navigation, you can admire the fishermen's dwellings and the verdant shores of the lake. This uniquely beautiful region features fjords with varying shades of blue at certain times of the year. It is common to find Nile crocodiles along the lake's shores during certain periods.
Stop before sunset. Dinner and overnight on board.
 
Activities: Including: Discovery of the temples of Dakka, Wadi el Seboua, and Meharraqa, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Meharraga Amada Pennout Kasr Ibrim
Breakfast. Early in the morning, we may have the opportunity to admire migratory birds that stop on... more+ the shores of the lake during the entire winter period.
Visit the temples of Amada, El Derr, and the tomb of Penout.
The Amada Temple, well-preserved, is among the most interesting temples in Nubia. Its foundations belong to Thutmose III and Amenhotep II.
The relocation of this temple was a technical feat, as it was moved in one single block over a distance of two and a half kilometers. The relocation was done using a triple railway track specifically built for this purpose. The work was carried out by French companies.
El Derr, dating from the time of Ramses II, was dedicated to the god Amon and served as a church during the Coptic period.
The tomb of Penout remains in excellent condition and was relocated from the Nubian village of Aniba, 40 km south of the current site. It was cut into blocks and transported.
Return on board for lunch. Navigation towards Kasr Ibrim. Arrival at Kasr Ibrim.
Dinner and overnight on board in the region.
 
Activities: Including: Visit to the Temples of Amada, Pennout, and El Derr, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kasr Ibrim Abu Simbel
Breakfast. Departure for the visit to Kasr Ibrim and the surrounding tombs.
Kasr Ibrim means the... more+ "Palace of Ibrim," and this palace contains various relics from the Christian and Muslim eras. It was transformed into a fortress during the Ottoman period. This site is the only one that still stands in its original location. Witness to various periods and the passage of several civilizations, it has deteriorated significantly due to organized looting by traffickers and fishermen from the region.
Lunch. Resumption of navigation through the Masmas region, where several Nubian villages once stood. We will gradually discover the two temples of Abu Simbel, seemingly emerging from the waters as we approach, a magical sight!
Arrival at our final destination in Abu Simbel.
Opportunity to attend the Sound and Light show in front of the temples (optional).
Dinner and overnight on board.
 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Abu Simbel
Breakfast. Departure for a guided tour of the Temple of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari, the most... more+ beautiful of the beautiful.
Carved into the heart of the mountain, the Temple of Ramses II was built in the 13th century BC to commemorate the victory of King Ramses II in the Battle of Kadesh. This temple was also built to honor the gods Ptah, Ra, and Amun. Its construction lasted about 20 years. Its pink sandstone facade is 30 meters high and 40 meters wide. It is composed of four colossal statues of Ramses II. Other statues, bas-reliefs, and friezes adorn the facade. 150 meters from the great temple, Ramses II built a small temple dedicated to the worship of his wife Nefertari, which carries the attributes of the goddess Hathor. The facade of this temple, also carved into the rock, is made up of six statues: two representing Nefertari, each flanked by two other statues of Ramses II. Each statue is 10 meters tall. Their children are at their feet.
You will leave the boat for your final departure.
 
Activities: Including: Guided tour of the temple of Ramses II and Nefertari, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
The price includes
Still mineral water (3 bottles of 750ml per person per day), tea, instant coffee (Nescafé), and herbal infusions available at will during and outside of meals
Transfer from Aswan airport (or hotel) to the boat in Aswan and from the boat in Abu Simbel to the airport (or hotel) in Abu Simbel
Entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the program
Tips for the crew
French-speaking Egyptologist guide or as requested and available on board throughout the tour
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Prepaid SIM card
Alcoholic beverages, soda, sparkling water, beer, wine (at an additional cost)
Guide tips left at the discretion of the clients
Insurance
Transfer Abu Simbel / Aswan or vice versa (at an additional cost)
Meals not included in the program
Additional information
No medication, no treatment, no medical care is provided by us
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

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