LUXURY ON THE NILE Unique River Cruises between Aswan & Cairo aboard the luxurious SS Misr March & September 2018 Feluccas on the Nile at Aswan

Discover the Lands of the Pharaohs by Luxury Steamer with Noble Caledonia By Egyptologst, George Hart

oble Caledonia’s cruises along a 600 mile stretch of the Nile from Cairo to Aswan aboard the SS Misr will bring to life the intriguing history of Egypt under the pharaohs through the stunning visual impact of its art and architecture. On the Nescarpment of the Western Desert at Giza where the Great Sphinx gazes towards the rising sun stand the awe-inspiring pyramids, built by native Egyptians (not foreign slaves) to ensure survival of their god-kings in the Hereafter. A thousand years later in the we find the walls of the tombs, some cut over 100 metres into the cliffs, lavishly decorated with scenes of dangerous creatures which the Sun god and the pharaoh needed to overcome on their journey through the Underworld. In contrast the series of rock-cut tombs of Beni Hassan belonging to District Governors provide, in superb wall paintings, a panorama of daily life in Egypt four thousand years ago from the leisure pursuits of the elite to workers in vineyards or children playing games.

At Thebes, modern Luxor, the temples of Egypt’s These long cruises provide access to historically possessing its own charm or individuality. The Golden Age are symbols of the devotion which important sites less frequently visited such as imposing temple of the Horus at Edfu is the pharaohs and queens expressed towards the Tel El where you can survey the ruins most architecturally complete to survive from highest deities in the pantheon. Wandering of the temples and palaces of King antiquity, the temple at Kom-Ombo is uniquely through the overwhelming expanse of Temple and Queen whose city here was shared between the priests of Horus the hawk of Amun at Karnak, you will come across destroyed soon after their reign in a reaction and of Sobek the crocodile, while at Dendera monumental gateways, obelisks, courts and against the traumatic religious reforms that they the temple of Hathor goddess of love and joy halls with numerous columns and statues – and had enforced on Egypt. You will see some of boasts the only surviving images of Cleopatra everywhere carvings of processions and rituals the distinctive art of this period in the Egyptian VII as an Egyptian queen. The temple of Isis at embellished by a myriad of hieroglyphs. In Museum in Cairo – where of course you will also Philae was the final bastion of Egyptian religion the New Year Festival Temple at Luxor the pylons be able to feast your eyes on the treasures from against the advent of Christianity – here a few depicting the Battle of Kadesh between the the tomb of Akhenaten’s son – . surviving priests and priestesses performed their Egyptians and Hittites are magically enhanced last rituals in honour of the goddess and the at night with lighting bringing out details hard Following the conquest of Egypt by Alexander scribes wrote their last hieroglyphs. to see in the glare of sunshine. Also belonging the Great in 332 B.C., Greek rulers inaugurated to this glorious era are the exquisite coloured many new temples and after the suicide of Although the Egypt of the Pharaohs came to reliefs in the Temple of King Sety I at Abydos – Cleopatra in 30 B.C. this building programme an end almost two millennia ago, this cruise will surely the zenith of Ancient Egyptian art. was inherited and extended by the Roman leave you with a wealth of memories about its emperors. You will find each of these temples people, its monuments and its mysteries.

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A cruise on a Nile steamer as a leisure pursuit We will visit Beni Hassan private tombs, Tel El was pioneered by British tourists in the late Amarna, Abydos and Dendera temples, not 19th century looking for a comfortable way to forgetting of course some of the most famous visit Egypt’s sites and we are delighted to have sites in the country including the Great Pyramids, chartered the lovingly restored SS Misr to offer the Valley of the Kings and the magnificent our passengers the chance to discover the many Karnak . wonders of this ancient land in a high degree of comfort. Guest Speaker – SS Misr in Sudan, 1924 George Hart Our cruises along the Nile between Aswan Following degrees in and Cairo are passages through antiquity, Classics and in Egyptian A 100 Year Celebration incomparable river voyages which bring to Art and Archaeology Making our voyages even more special is the life the great monuments of the Pharaohs, from University fact that 2018 marks the 100 year anniversary of the divine kings comprising thirty dynasties, College London, he the SS Misr. Originally built in Preston in 1918 who ruled Egypt during the 3000 years before joined the staff of the by the Royal Navy, the SS Misr is a propeller Christ. Pharaohs and queens of Ancient Egypt British Museum in 1973. He was the Principal steam vessel. Having served in World War II in sailed often on the River Nile in luxurious royal Lecturer on the British Museum’s antiquities May 1918, the SS Misr (“Egypt” in Arabic) also boats – by far the most rewarding way to see collections from Egypt, Greece, the Levant and participated as a warship and troop transporter the landscape and monuments of their realm. civilisations of the Mediterranean World and for the British Egyptian joint task force. After Evoking this regal way of travel, the SS Misr ran courses on Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphs. retiring from active duty, Misr went through an cruises at a gentle speed which is essential to He was Chairman of the Friends of the Petrie entire overhaul; converted into a luxury yacht in be able to drink in the rhythm of life and scenes Museum of Egyptian Archaeology for the first 1938 to be used by Egypt’s last Monarch, King which have changed little over hundreds of years twelve years after its foundation in 1988 and Farouk. After Egypt’s monarchy was overthrown on the banks of the Nile. Committee Member of the Egypt Exploration in 1952, the SS Misr became state property Society for a number of years. He is also an and was allocated to the Egyptian Ministry of The journeys between Aswan and Cairo featured Editorial Advisor on its bulletin called “Egyptian Irrigation where it languished in a shipyard in a in this brochure have only been made possible Archaeology.” Having taken early retirement Cairo suburb until it was purchased in 2003. With once again by the recent reopening of the lower from the British Museum in 2004 to devote special permission from the state authorities, the Nile allowing the opportunity to visit some more time to writing, he is a regular speaker on steam ship was then entirely rebuilt according of the lesser known archaeological sites and Nile cruises and cruises on the Mediterranean to its original drawings and re-launched and temples, and experience the wonders of the and the Red Sea. George will be joining our returned to the glorified splendour of her great civilisation that flourished in the Nile Valley. March 2018 sailings. heyday in 2006.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

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SS Misr or our journeys along the Nile, we are delighted to have chartered a very special and unique vessel, the SS Misr. Originally constructed in Preston by the Royal Navy in 1918, the SS Misr was purchased and later converted into a luxury Nile steamer forF King Farouk. Now fully restored to a five-star deluxe propeller steam vessel she accommodates just 45 passengers in spacious, air-conditioned cabins and suites. Misr means ‘the Kingdom of Egypt’ and the décor throughout the vessel reflects the period.

Category 2 Suite Your Cabin/Suite Each cabin and suite has its own individual style and all feature a private balcony, air conditioning, en-suite bathroom with bathtub and shower, hairdryer, mini-bar, robes and television. The suites on the Upper Deck are almost 50% larger in size than the standard cabins. The 14 category 3 and 4, twin/double cabins measure 21 square metres and feature a sweeping window that opens up to a private terrace with chairs so that guests can enjoy the spectacular view of the Nile at all times. The category 2 suites are approximately 30 square metres. Spacious and welcoming, these exquisitely appointed suites offer the perfect refuge to unwind after a day of adventure and sightseeing. Luxuriously designed, each suite includes an elegant living area that contains a stylish loveseat and chairs, complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows that open to a private terrace so that guests can enjoy the spectacular view of the Nile. The category 1 panorama suites are approximately 35 square metres and are situated at the front of the vessel and offer impressive panoramic views. Unlike the other accommodations, these suites come with a private, furnished panoramic terrace that offers a spectacular 180-degree view of the Nile, so that guests can enjoy the inspiring view from every angle while cruising. This is the perfect spot to relax after a long day with a drink or book, or to watch the leisurely sail along the Nile to the next destination. There are also dedicated single cabins which measure 14.5 square metres.

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Your Dining The restaurant, situated on the main deck serves international cuisine DECK PLAN and seats all passengers in one open seating arrangement. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style whilst dinner is seated waiter service. Tables seat six to eight people. Tea and coffee are served on a complimentary SUN DECK basis after all meals and there are tea and coffee amenities in the cabins. A complimentary bottle of water will be provided in your cabin. SUN DECK POOL Your Space The SS Misr is both elegantly furnished and spacious throughout. The Marasem Restaurant, Saraya Lounge and Dahabia Bar are located on UPPER DECK the higher decks offering wonderful views of the Nile. The period-style T D D406 restaurant accommodates all guests at one sitting. There is also a lower 402 404 LOWER Sun Deck with comfortable wicker chairs and an upper Sun Deck with a SUN DECK pool and sun beds for relaxation. The onboard attentive staff are always LOUNGE BAR D T D available to offer a cool beverage whilst watching the ever changing 401 403 405 T407 passing scenery. The ship also has an onboard souvenir and gift shop MAIN DECK selling jewellery and local handmade gifts. D D D 302 304 306 RESTAURANT GALLEY Bar T D T T 301 303 305 307

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Temple of Philae From Aswan to Cairo - The 600 Mile Nile A unique river journey along the Nile sailing from Aswan to Cairo 8th to 20th March & 13th to 25th September 2018

The Itinerary

Day 1 London Heathrow to Aswan, Egypt. Fly museum opened its doors. The complex is by evening scheduled flight to Aswan via Cairo 50,000 square metres and is enclosed by walls to JORDAN Cairo • arriving just after midnight. Upon arrival transfer evoke the traditional Nubian village architecture. to the SS Misr and embark. Moor overnight this Tonight enjoy a welcome cocktail party and • Beni Suif Beni Hassan evening in Aswan. dinner on board. Ashumunein SAUDI Tuna El Gebel Tel El Amarna ARABIA NILE Day 2 Aswan. This morning we will visit the Day 3 Kom Ombo. Enjoy time at leisure this EGYPT R Sohag Qena E high Dam at Aswan, considered an engineering morning, or alternatively take the optional • D Naga Hammadi Luxor S miracle when it was built in the 1960s with a excursion to the temples of Abu Simbel (by VALLEY OF • E INGS A THE K Edfu huge impact on the economy and culture in road approximately four hours each way) •• Kom Ombo Egypt in the last century. Today it provides which is without a doubt the most impressive •Aswan Abu Simbel electricity and irrigation for the whole of Egypt. of all Nubian antiquities. Not only can we • We continue to the temple island of Philae, admire the outstanding sculptures, culture dedicated to the goddess Isis, wife of Osiris and reliefs which embellished the temples of and mother of Horus. The story of Osiris is Ramesses the Great and Queen Nefertari cut the falcon god Haroeris. Among the carved represented on the walls of the temple, with out of the sandstone cliff around 3300 years reliefs along the inside of the outer wall are two of its inner chambers which are rich in ago, we can also applaud the achievement of images thought to be connected with Egyptian symbolic imagery. The temple was originally on archaeologists, architects and engineers in the medicine, including displays of birthing chairs Philae Island but because of high water levels 20th century A.D. who organised the rescue of and surgical instruments. This evening we sail was dismantled in 1977 and reconstructed on a the monuments to their new site above Lake north to Edfu where we moor overnight. nearby higher island called Algilkia. The main Nasser. We will set sail this afternoon to Kom elements of the temple such as the two Pylons, Ombo and after lunch on board will visit the Day 4 Edfu & Luxor. Today visit Edfu Temple, hypostyle halls and sanctuaries were built by the temple of Kom Ombo which was mainly built an ancient Egyptian temple that is set on the Ptolemaic kings. Later the Roman rulers added during the Ptolemaic dynasty and completed west bank of the Nile and said to be one of the colonnades in front of the temple as well as under the Roman Emperors. The temple is the best preserved temples in Egypt. It was the ceremonial entrance to the island known as unique because its ‘double’ design meant that dedicated to the Falcon god Horus and built Trajan’s Kiosk. After lunch we visit the Nubian there were courts, halls, sanctuaries and rooms in the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 Museum, due to the materials recovered from duplicated for the two gods that worshipped B.C. After lunch spend a relaxing afternoon at Tombs, temples and settlements, UNESCO here. The southern half of the temple was leisure on board admiring the beautiful passing was encouraged in the 1980s to plan a Nubian dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the scenery as we cruise the Nile to Luxor via the museum, but it was not until 1997 that the northern part of the temple was dedicated to Esna Lock.

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Maydom Pyramid, Beni Suef

Temple of Kom Ombo Painted bas-relief sculptures at Dendera

Day 5 Luxor. This morning we visit the West bridges in Naga Hammadi and sail to Abu more complex decorations the tombs mark a Bank, one of the most famous and important Homar lock. We arrive in Balyana this afternoon transition stage in the style of the tombs from archaeological sites in the world. See the Valley and after lunch on board we transfer to the the Old Kingdom to the New Kingdom. Return of the Kings, burial ground of the pharaohs temple that the Greeks called the Memnonium to the vessel for lunch and enjoy a relaxed for a period of 500 years. The tombs vividly in Abydos, dedicated to Seti, Osiris, Isis, Ptah, afternoon sailing to Beni Suef. depict the journey of the sun god and pharaoh Ptah- Sokar, Nefertem, Re-Horakhty, Amun and through the dangers of the Underworld. In Horus. Its structure, built of white limestone is Day 11 Beni Suef. This morning we visit the the temple of Queen Hatshepsut you will one of the most impressive religious structures Maydom pyramid which is dedicated to the king discover scenes commemorating the reign in Egypt. Snefru of the 4th dynasty. We return to the ship of this exceptional monarch such as the for lunch and sail this afternoon to Cairo where ambitious voyage where she sent her ships on Day 8 Cruising. Today relax on deck enjoying we will moor overnight. the Red Sea to the mysterious land of Punt. the passing scenery as we sail to Tel el Amarna We stop at the Colossi of Memnon to witness via Asyut Lock. Attend a lecture or two by our Day 12 Cairo. During our full day guided tour the two imposing, 18 metre high quartzite Egyptologist. Moor overnight in Tel El Amarna. of Cairo we will visit the impressive Pyramids seated statues which marked the entrance of Giza and the Sphinx, the only survivor of to the now vanished memorial temple of the Day 9 Tel El Amarna, Tuna El Gebel & the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and pharaoh Amenhotep III whose reign in the 14th Ashumunein. Enjoy a full day tour to Akhenaten’s the tombs of the great Pharaohs and their century B.C. was one of the most opulent in royal city, tomb and palace at Amarna, it is here queens. After lunch we visit the Egyptian Egyptian history. Return to the vessel for lunch we visit the tombs of Ahmose, Pentu, Panehesy museum, situated at Tahrir Square, with 107 and this afternoon we will visit the temples and the Royal tomb of Akhenaten. After lunch on halls that are separated into seven sections. The of Karnak, one of the most memorable and board we continue to the tombs and catacombs museum houses statues, jewels and treasures popular historical areas to visit in the world. of Tuna El Gebel, the necropolis of Khmun of Tutankhamun and monuments from the Old, Here you witness the unbelievably vast array of located in Al Minya and visit the Ashmunein Middle and Modern kingdom. We visit the monuments dedicated to Amun-Ra, king of the open air museum. Amarna Room and see the Fayoum portraits gods, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. Just and monuments from the later periods from the two of the highlights you will see are the great Day 10 Beni Hassan. Today we visit the Middle Greeks and the Romans. hypostyle hall with over 130 columns some 22 Kingdom tombs at Beni Hassan, an ancient metres high and the obelisk of the powerful Egyptian cemetery site, located south of Minya. Day 13 Cairo to London Heathrow. Disembark Queen pharaoh Hatshepsut. Our tour will The necropolis of Beni Hassan reflects the this morning and transfer to Cairo airport conclude with a visit to the illuminated Luxor political differences between the province rulers for your return scheduled flight to London temple, situated on the east bank of the river and the Pharaoh Kings. Due to the layout and Heathrow. Nile.

Day 6 Qena & Dendera Temples. This morning we sail towards Qena. After lunch on board, Prices per person this afternoon is dedicated to the goddess Based on double occupancy Hathor as we visit the Dendera Temple also SPECIAL OFFER - SAVE £200 PER PERSON FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY known as the ‘castle of the Sistrum’. Hathor Brochure Price Special Offer Price was the goddess of love, joy and beauty. The Cat Cabin Description Twin/Double cabin on lower/main deck Dendera Temple was associated with healing 4 £4595 £4395 Twin/Double cabin on upper deck and patients who travelled there for cures 3 £4895 £4695 Suite on main/upper deck could stay in special buildings so they could 2 £5095 £4895 Panorama suite on main deck rest, sleep and commune with the gods in 1 £5295 £5095 Single cabin on lower deck their dreams. 5 £4595 £4395

Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 12 nights aboard SS Misr on full board basis, shore excursions with local Day 7 Naga Hammadi & Abydos Temple. English speaking guides, Tour Manager, Guest Speaker, gratuities, entrance fees, transfers, airport taxes. Today we cruise towards Sohag, passing the Not Included: Travel insurance, visa, optional excursion to Abu Simbel.

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Ancient Wonders of the Nile A unique river journey sailing from Cairo to Aswan 20th March to 3rd April & 25th September to 9th October 2018

The Itinerary JORDAN Day 1 London Heathrow to Cairo, Egypt. Fly by Day 4 Beni Suef. This morning we visit the Cairo• scheduled flight to Cairo. Upon arrival transfer Maydom pyramid which is dedicated to the King Beni Suif to the SS Misr and embark. Moor overnight this Snefru of the 4th dynasty. We return to the ship • Ashumunein SAUDI evening in Cairo. for lunch and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Tuna El Gebel Tel El Amarna ARABIA Moor overnight in Beni Suef. NILE R EGYPT E Day 2 Cairo. During our full day guided tour of Dendera D Cairo we will visit the impressive Pyramids of Giza A leisurely day spent cruising Temple S Day 5 Cruising. Abydos Temple E VALLEY OF • Luxor A and the Sphinx, the only survivor of the seven and witnessing daily life on the banks of the Nile. THE KINGS Edfu • wonders of the ancient world and the tombs of •• Kom Ombo the great Pharaohs and their queens. After lunch Day 6 Tuna El Gebel & Ashmunein. Our touring Aswan we visit the Egyptian museum, situated at Tahrir today begins with a visit to Tuna El Gebel and square, with 107 halls that are separated into Ashmunin, where the oldest monument is a seven sections. The museum houses statues, boundary stela of Akhenaten and Nefertiti. jewels and treasures of Tutankhamun. We will visit The site is best known for its animal necropolis statues of “Thoth” as a baboon. There are also the Amarna Room and see the Fayoum portraits housing thousands of mummified baboons and some remains of a Roman Christian Basilica, and monuments from the later periods from Ibis sacred to Thoth. We continue to Ashmunein which was built over the site of an earlier the Greeks and the Romans. Join your fellow (Hermopolis Magna): known in ancient times Ptolemaic temple. The structure retains most travellers this evening for a welcome cocktail as “Khemenu”, or the “City of the Ogdoad”, of its granite columns and it is the only basilica party. Moor overnight in Cairo. referring to the eight primeval gods who, to have survived to this degree of preservation according to ancient Egyptian Mythology, anywhere in Egypt. After lunch on board, we Day 3 Cruising. Enjoy a relaxing day on board created the world. Today, the site houses the continue our tour to the Middle Kingdom tombs as we cruise to Beni Suef where we will moor ruins of the temple of Thoth, temple of Amun, a at Beni Hassan, an ancient Egyptian cemetery overnight. small open air museum displaying two massive site, located south of Minya. The necropolis of

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River Nile Village Feluccas on the Nile

Abydos Temple

Beni Hassan reflects the political differences Day 11 Luxor. Today we visit the West Bank, Day 12 Luxor. This morning we visit the temples between the provinces rulers and the Pharaohs one of the most famous and important of Karnak, one of the most memorable and kings. Due to the layout and more complex archaeological sites in the world. See the Valley popular historical areas to visit in the world. Here decorations the tombs mark a transition stage in of the Kings, burial ground of the pharaohs you will witness the unbelievably vast array of the style of the tombs from the Old Kingdom to for a period of 500 years. The tombs vividly monuments dedicated to Amun-Ra, king of the the New Kingdom. depict the journey of the sun god and pharaoh gods, his wife Mut and their son Khonsu. Just through the dangers of the underworld. In the two of the highlights you will see are the great Day 7 Tel El Amarna. Today we start the day temple of Queen Hatshepsut you will discover hypostyle hall with over 130 columns some 22 with a tour to Akhenaten’s royal city, tomb and scenes commemorating the reign of this meters high and the obelisk of the powerful palace at Amarna, it is here we visit the tombs of exceptional monarch such as the ambitious Queen pharaoh Hatshepsut. Our tour will Ahmose, Pentu, Panehesy and the Royal tomb voyage where she sent her ships on the Red conclude with a visit to the illuminated Luxor of Akhenaten. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon Sea to the mysterious land of Punt. We stop temple, situated on the east bank of the river relaxing on board whilst we sail towards Aysut. at the Colossi of Memnon to witness the two Nile. This evening enjoy a Galabya party on imposing 18 metre high quartzite seated board as we sail to Edfu and moor overnight. Day 8 Cruising. Relax on deck enjoying the statues which marked the entrance to the now passing scenery and attend a lecture or two by vanished memorial temple of the pharaoh Day 13 Edfu & Kom Ombo. Today we visit Edfu our Egyptologist. Amenhotep III whose reign in the 14th century Temple, an ancient Egyptian temple that is set B.C. was one of the most opulent in Egyptian on the west bank of the Nile and is said to be Day 9 Abydos Temple. This morning we arrive history. one of the best preserved temples in Egypt. in Balyana. After breakfast, we transfer to the Dedicated to the Falcon god Horus and built temple that the Greeks called the Memnonium in the Ptolemaic period between 237 and 57 Tuna El Gebel in Abydos, dedicated to Seti, Osiris, Isis, Ptah, B.C. Set sail this afternoon to Kom Ombo and Ptah- Sokar, Nefertem, Re-Horakhty, Amun and after lunch we depart for a visit to the temple Horus. Its structure, built of white limestone is of Kom Ombo. It was mainly built during the one of the most impressive religious structures Ptolemaic dynasty and completed under the in Egypt. Return to the ship this afternoon and Roman Emperors. The temple is unique because enjoy the rest of the day at leisure on board. its ‘double’ design meant that there were courts, halls, sanctuaries and rooms duplicated for the Day 10 Dendera Temple. This morning is two gods worshipped here. The southern half of dedicated to the goddess Hathor as we visit the the temple was dedicated to the crocodile god Dendera Temple also known as the ‘castle of Sobek and the northern part of the temple was the Sistrum’. Hathor was the goddess of love, dedicated to the falcon god Haroeris. Among joy and beauty and the Dendara Temple was the carved reliefs along the inside of the outer associated with healing. This afternoon enjoy wall are images thought to be connected with a relaxing afternoon sailing to Luxor where we Egyptian medicine, including displays of birthing moor overnight. chairs and surgical instruments.

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Temple of Philae Karnak Temple, Luxor

Day 14 Aswan. This morning we will visit the materials recovered from Tombs, temples and Nubian village architecture. This evening enjoy high Dam at Aswan, considered an engineering settlements, UNESCO was encouraged in the a Farewell Dinner onboard. miracle when it was built in the 1960s with a 1980’s to plan a Nubian museum, but it was not huge impact on the economy and culture in until 1997 that the museum opened its doors. Day 15 Aswan to London Heathrow. Disembark Egypt in the last century. Today it provides The complex is 50,000 square metres and is this morning and fly by indirect scheduled flight electricity and irrigation for the whole of Egypt. enclosed by walls to evoke the traditional from Aswan via Cairo to London Heathrow. We continue to the temple island of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, wife of Osiris and mother of Horus. The story of Osiris is represented on the walls of the temple, with Prices per person Based on double occupancy two of its inner chambers which are rich in symbolic imagery. The temple was originally on SPECIAL OFFER - SAVE £200 PER PERSON FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY Philae Island but because of high water levels Cat Cabin Description Brochure Price Special Offer Price was dismantled in 1977 and reconstructed Twin/Double cabin on lower/main deck on a nearby higher island called Algilkia. The 4 £4895 £4695 Twin/Double cabin on upper deck main elements of the temple such as the two 3 £5195 £4995 Suite on main/upper deck Pylons, hypostyle halls and sanctuaries were 2 £5395 £5195 Panorama suite on main deck built by the Ptolemaic kings. Later, the Roman 1 £5595 £5395 Single cabin on lower deck rulers added the colonnades in front of the 5 £4895 £4695 temple as well as the ceremonial entrance Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 14 nights aboard SS Misr on full board basis, shore excursions with local to the island known as Trajan’s Kiosk. After English speaking guides, Tour Manager, Guest speaker, entrance fees, transfers, airport taxes, gratuities. lunch we visit the Nubian Museum, due to the Not included: Travel insurance, visa.

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The imposing Colossi of Memnon

Karnak Temple, Luxor

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