It is no surprise then, that so many wonders await you as you float effortlessly down the Nile – from the Pyramids of Giza, the impressive Karnak Temple, not to mention the magnificent obelisks, columns, sphinxes and statues. When construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is completed, the Nile will have two of the world’s largest damsthe High Aswan Dam (HAD) and the GERDin two different countries. The Nile is the longest river in Africa and has historically been considered the longest river in the world, though this has been contested by research suggesting that the Amazon River is slightly longer. A captivating itinerary can be enjoyed aboard our Nile cruise and you’ll be humbled by the iconic sights that Egypt has to offer at every turn. The Nile is a major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa. It rises south of the Equator and flows northward through northeastern Africa to drain into the Mediterranean Sea.
From ancient burial grounds of Egyptian royalty to remarkable temples dedicated to mythological figures, our Nile river cruises offer all of this and more. Nile River, Arabic Bar Al-Nl or Nahr Al-Nl, the longest river in the world, called the father of African rivers. The Nile, which flows northward for 4,160 miles from east-central Africa to the Mediterranean, provided ancient Egypt with fertile soil and water for irrigation, as well as a means of. A journey of magic and mystery, your cruise down the Nile will allow you to visit the ancient tombs and legendary pyramids engulfed by stunning desert scenery. Visit the iconic landmarks dotted along its vast length, leaving you to marvel at Egypt’s many ancient gems along the way including religious sites and temples at Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Esna. The world’s longest river spans from Luxor to Aswan and the best way to explore it is on a Nile river cruise. The Nile Is Traditionally Considered the Longest River in the World It measures 4,132 miles (6650 km) in total.
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