Sunday, July 24, 2011

An Unforgettable Experience - Nile River Cruises

By Elena Finch


Egypt is a wonderfully diverse country having a fantastic heritage, and what better way is there to discover the magic of this stunning land than by enjoying one of the numerous Nile River cruises on offer? You will discover a fantastic choice accessible, with some thing to fit all wallets and all preferences - from short, budget trips through to leisurely, luxurious cruise trips.But why, exactly, should you take a Nile cruise over another form of visiting the country? And what attractions await you along the lengths of Egypt's lifeblood?Why Take A Nile Cruise?

Egypt is an ancient land and, traditionally, the way to journey it was by cruising along the Nile. Will there be any much better means of immersing your self in the magic and mystery of its heritage than the method which Cleopatra and the Pharaohs used - slowly drifting along the longest river in the World?If your main problem is ease and convenience, then you definitely should definitely consider a cruise as the manner to explore Egypt. With most coach tours, you'd be stopping every night at a different hotel, having to pack and unpack early morning and night, as well as keeping to a fairly restricted time table. Spending several hours sitting on a couch each day is not everyone's cup of tea - however comfortable the couch.

The elegance of Nile River cruise trips is the fact that your hotel is also your means of transport. You set up your home base in your cabin and then are free to do with your day what you will - whether that be relaxing on deck having a cool drink or exploring great tombs and temples ashore.This leads on to an additional advantage of cruises, and that's their versatility. Maybe you already know Egypt well and don't wish to sightsee further. In that event, you'll find plenty on offer on board ship. But, if getting to understand the nation's heritage will be your main reason behind your vacation, then most cruise lines can effortlessly organize excursions and tours for you personally whatsoever ports of contact. You'll also enjoy the ambiance on Nile cruise ships.

Ships which cruise the River Nile tend to be fairly small - unlike some of the huge liners which cross the oceans. This leads to an absolutely intimate, friendly ambiance, where you get to know each other and become a big family. Yet the ships will also be big enough to offer a lot of amenities, fine food, and comfy accommodation. Finally, with the tremendous choice of cruises available, you need to definitely have the ability to find something to fit your budget and specifications.

What To see?Cruising the Nile you'll appreciate the sites, temples and tombs located along the particular stretch of the River you are travelling - and it's about the only way to visit southern Egypt. Cruises are usually three, four or seven nights in length, the shorter ones between Luxor and Aswan, the longer ones journeying further north. Obviously, the longer your cruise, the more you will get to see and the further north you go, several combining cruising with flights and land tours - sometimes to fairly remote locations.

If you're following something slightly different, you may want to experience sailing by "felucca". A felucca is a typical Egyptian sailing boat - but accommodation and amenities are definitely not as luxurious as the cruise ships.One thing's for sure, whichever of the Nile River cruises you select, you will have the experience of a lifetime and surely fall in love with the magical land of Cleopatra and the Pharaohs.






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