Nile River River Cruises - Uniworld River Cruises

Join Uniworld River Cruises on a captivating Nile River voyage that will include thrilling excursions, delicious fare and luxurious accommodations. Imagine the wonders of Egypt you will behold on a river cruise down the Nile with Uniworld River Cruises. Cairo will inspire you, as you will have the opportunity to see attractions such as the Citadel of Salah al-Din, the Mosque of Muhammad Ali and the Egyptian Museum. You can drive out to Giza where you be bewildered by the awesome beauty of the Sphinx and Pyramids. See the serene Lake Nasser, surrounded by some incredible sites such as the Kalabsha Temple of Nubia and the Wadi El Seboua (Valley of the Lionesses).

In addition, your Uniworld Nile River cruise will include some modern cultural activities as well, such as a trip to the famous Khan el-Khalili Bazaar. Here you can sample some authentic street food from the vendors, enjoy some of the best Arabian coffee in the world and see the Al-Azhar University. In Lower Nubia, you will be delighted by the sound and light show during the evening near the Temples of Abu Simbel. You may get the chance to experience a Galabeya party onboard the ship, filled with fun native music and activities! Continue below for a sample of the excursions waiting on a Nile River cruise with Uniworld:

• Board a flight to the Temple of Karnak to wander amongst the giant temple complex’s monuments, statues and columns. Afterwards, return to your luxury ship for an evening gala reception.
   
• Capture an unforgettable sunset at the Temple of Luxor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site along the east bank of the mighty Nile River. Tour these sandstone ruins which feature numerous shrines, statues and obelisks.
   

• Take a guided tour of historic Cairo, where you’ll learn all about Egypt’s past at the large Egyptian Museum. Another highlight includes the Citadel of Salah al-Din and its Mosque of Muhammad Ali.
   
• The Temple of Horus, which is located in Edfu, is Egypt’s second largest temple. Uncover more of Egypt’s mysterious history from the detailed wall carvings and artwork.
   

• Journey to the Valley of the Kings, one of the world’s most impressive archaeological sites that formerly served as the burial grounds for Egyptian royalty, including King Tutankhamun.
   
• No trip to Egypt is complete without an excursion to the Pyramids of Giza. Along with these ancient wonders, you’ll see the Great Sphinx, the step Pyramid of Zoser and the towering statue of Ramses II.
   

With such a diverse offering of activities, and of course a truly luxurious onboard atmosphere, it's easy to see why Uniworld's Nile River cruises create such unbelievable experiences. For some immediate planning assistance, call The Cruise Web at 1-800-377-9383, and one of our Uniworld experts will be your personal consultant.

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