River Nile, Cairo

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  Cairo has boats just like these
by sswagner
 
  • Cairo has boats just like these
      Cairo has boats just like these
    by sswagner
  •   River Nile
    by Tanechka
  • A Nile ferry trip
      A Nile ferry trip
    by VernonA
  •   River Nile
    by Mirtsa
  •   River Nile
    by Sambawalk
  •   River Nile
    by Kostyantyn
  •   River Nile
    by egyptianhunk
  • The Nile
      The Nile
    by Mirtsa
  •   River Nile
    by leffe3
 
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    Felluca rides

    by sswagner Written Jul 11, 2006 770 reviews

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    Cairo has boats just like these

    Favorite thing: We enjoyed two boat rides in Egypt. One was a motorized boat in Luxor. it would have been a felluca, but the wind was not strong enough at the time. However in Cairo, we did have conditions just right for a ride near sunset. We actually arranged our ride through one of the tour companies in conjuction with other activities. I figure it would no be too difficult to hire one of these boats for a little while. They will make a fine memory as you float on the calmness of the Nile amidst a very frantic city. The Nile is very scenic, whether it is in the middle of the city or in Upper Egypt. Sunset seems to be a good time as it is not too hot and a breeze can appear. Some may believe this to be too "touristy", but I really do believe that most people walk away from the felluca glad that they took the ride. I wish we had some of these in Texas!

    Fondest memory: Floating along the calmm peaceful waters of the ancient river Nile.

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    nile river

    by aalayaa Written Jun 22, 2006 324 reviews

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    nile river

    Favorite thing: nile river is the longest river on earth, flowing from south to north, passing 7 countries in africa.
    only 5% of egypt can be inhabited, this is the area along the nile. so it's often said that egypt is the gift from the nile.
    every year the nile floods but since the aswan was built it's never flood anymore.
    the elite area in cairo is the one that has view to the nile.

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    Travel Agencies

    by Sambawalk Written May 29, 2006 1601 reviews

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    Favorite thing: There are many travel agencies around in the downtown area. As the pic shows, you can take few days of apckages: a 5 star cruise in upper Nile for $209, or fulecca trips for $99. They also rent car + driver for EUR30 per day. Just look around to find something which suits you.

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  • Great sights

    by VernonA Written Aug 19, 2003 14 reviews

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    A Nile ferry trip

    Favorite thing: The busyness, the activity, the friendliness of the people, The so muchness of the so many things to see and do, the inexpensiveness and value for your money.

    Fondest memory: The people, the difference of culture, the lack of society contraints, at least for some of us. I think for me, Egypt is a place that frees the mind.

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  • view of Cairo

    by Mirtsa Written May 8, 2003 94 reviews

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    Favorite thing: Walk around in the Cairo and you won't regret. People are friendly and helpful. One guy stopped all the cars on the road in order to help us to cross the road. We were standing there nearly 15 minutes already :-)

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    River Nile

    by leffe3 Written Dec 19, 2002 2258 reviews

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    Favorite thing: Along with the Pyramids, Cairo is associated with the River Nile. Desert only a few miles from its banks, the Nile dictates Egyptian lives. The city sprawls for many miles in both directions. Surprisingly, there are few opportunities to reach the water's edge in the city itself.

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  • A Boat Trip Along The Nile

    by maxovna Written Feb 25, 2003 398 reviews

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    Favorite thing: Make a boat trip along the Nile.

    Fondest memory: The boat itself is gorgeous - two-storeyed, decorated with Oriental ornamental pattern. I enjoyed the music and belly-dancers, the entertainment was lavish - it was really a festival! Only one paradox - the air conditioning was so strong that we would go out to the deck to get some warmth!

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    before the cairo take cruise...

    by yasi Written Sep 7, 2002 102 reviews

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    Favorite thing: before the cairo take cruise from luxor to assuan by the nile;its wonderfull!
    'cause u see the most beatifull view u can imagine: the green-blue of the nile; then for a 100 m. green of the trees and after that the yellow of the desert...

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    Take a Nile Cruise in One of...

    by akram_guirgu Written Aug 25, 2002 115 reviews

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    Favorite thing: Take a Nile Cruise in One of the oldest and most famous of the city’s cruising restaurants. Buffet dining with an international flavor. Good selection of appetizers and entrees (grilled meats, chicken and fish) and excellent desserts.The deck is the place for sunset aperitifs and after-dinner digestifs. Daily cruises 2:30-4 pm, 7:30-9:30 pm and 10 pm-midnight. $$. Most major credit cards. For reservations, call 354-3198. The boat docks in front of the Shepheard Hotel on Corniche al-Nil (Garden City).

    Fondest memory: Taking a ferry boat down the Nile river before sunset.

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