Exquisite Adventure: Hurghada - Nile Cruise - Hurghada ,The Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, stands as a testament to one of the most renowned Egyptian myths. This ancient temple recounts the story of Isis and her miraculous feat of resurrecting her beloved husband, Osiris, as well as the birth of her son Horus. Following the construction of the High Dam, which aimed to protect Egypt from annual Nile floods, the temple was relocated to Agilika, a small island, ensuring its preservation.

Originally built during the reign of Ptolemy II in Egypt's Greco-Roman Period, the Philae Temple once boasted majestic obelisks in front of its entrance. However, these obelisks were removed in 1918 by the British Consul Henry Salt and are now situated in a garden in Dorset, England.

The High Dam, a remarkable engineering marvel, was constructed at the northern border between Egypt and Sudan. Its purpose was to safeguard Egypt from the yearly Nile floods. Beginning in 1960 and completing in 1968, the dam's inauguration took place in 1971. Rising to a height of 111 meters and stretching 3,830 meters in length, with a base width of 980 meters, this monumental structure includes a spillway with a discharge capacity of 11,000 cubic meters per second.

The Kom Ombo Temple, built by Ptolemy VI, holds a unique distinction for its dedication to two deities: the falcon god Horus and the crocodile god Sobek. This temple's design encompasses courts, halls, sanctuaries, and duplicated rooms to accommodate both sets of gods. The southern half of the temple honors Sobek, the god of fertility and creator of the world in ancient Egyptian religion, while the northern part is devoted to Horus, the falcon god.

Located approximately 109 kilometers away from Luxor in Edfu, the Temple of Edfu, also known as the Temple of Horus, pays homage to Horus, the avenging son of Isis and Osiris. In Greek documents, it was referred to as "Apollopolis Magna" due to the Greeks associating Horus with their deity Apollo. This temple remained remarkably well-preserved, buried beneath desert sands until its rediscovery in the 19th century.

The Valley of the Kings served as the final resting place for numerous Pharaonic kings from the 18th to the 20th dynasties. Notable tombs within the valley include Tut-Ankh-Amon, where the treasures of the Golden King were discovered, as well as the tombs of King Tutmosis I, Tutmosis III, King Ramses VI, King Amonhotep II, and King Mrenptah. Visitors are usually able to explore three tombs during their tour, based on the tombs that are open at the time.

Situated on the West Bank of the River Nile, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, also known as Deir El-Bahari Temple, stands as a mortuary temple dedicated to the remarkable Queen Hatshepsut. She was the first known female monarch, ruling for approximately two decades, and was the stepmother of Pharaoh Thutmose III.

The Colossi Statues of Memnon, located on the West Bank of the River Nile, consist of two immense stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III, who reigned during Egypt's 18th Dynasty around 1350 BC.

Spanning across the East Bank of the River Nile, the vast Temple of Karnak complex stands as the largest open-air museum in Egypt. This awe-inspiring project, one of ancient Egypt's most grandiose endeavors, comprises multiple temple buildings and covers over 100 hectares of land.

The Temple of Luxor, situated in the heart of the city on the East Bank of the River Nile, is a magnificent testament to Egyptian architecture. Its entrance, known as the first pylon, was constructed by Ramses II and adorned with depictions of his military triumphs, most notably his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. This temple holds a prominent place among Egypt's wonders.

INCLUDED

• 04 Nights' accommodation at the chosen hotel in Hurghada or Similar based on Soft All-inclusive basis.
• 03 Night accommodation on the chosen Nile Cruise (Aswan /Luxor) based on Full board without drinks.
• Trip to Submarine for approx. 02 hours
• Cruise sightseeing (Joining other clients onboard) by English speaking Egyptologist guide.
• All transfer With A/C privet minibus

EXCLUDED

• Egypt entry visa
• International or domestic flights ticket if any.
• Entry fees for Tut Ankhamoun tomb, Botanical Garden, Elephantine Island and Agha Khan Mausoleum.
• Beverage nor Optional tours nor personal expensive
• Tipping

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