Smooth sailing on the Nile


Nile cruise boats lining up alongside each other during stops to visit temples along the route from Luxor to Aswan. — Photos: MARLA JO FISHER/Orange County Register/TNS

Cruising leisurely down the Nile River is one of the most popular tourist activities in Egypt. Yes, you can see ancient and remarkable temples with almost no effort. Yes, you can see miles of countryside without leaving your deck chair.

But a cruise might not be as much fun as you think, if you ignore these tips.

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