This daytrip combines a cruise along the world’s longest river with a sightseeing tour of one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient sites. From the harbour in Luxor, you’ll board a river cruise ship and waft down the Nile to Dendera. En route, keep a look out for traditional settlements along the river’s banks – you might see women washing in the shallows, or farmers tending to their crops. Once you’ve moored, it’s on to Dendera Temple. The main temple is one of the only ancient temples in Egypt that still has its original ceiling. It was once emblazoned with a sculptured relief of the zodiac, which is now on display in Paris’ Louvre. You’ll be guided around the complex, with the colourful reliefs and hieroglyphics deciphered for you. Lunch will be served onboard the cruise, before you make the return journey as the sun sets.
Other information:
• Passport needed • TUI UK Ltd is acting as Agent for Travco Group Holdings, Travco Centre, 26th July Corridor, Sheikh Zayed City, 12588 Giza, Egypt, who are providing this excursion/service for you