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To learn more contact your Viking travel advisor or visit viking.com | 9 LUXOR & K ARNAK TEMPLES Egypt's spiritual capital, Luxor, is an enthralling blend of historic significance, architectural feats and vibrant market culture, characterised by its temples and richly decorated tombs. Often referred to as one of the world's greatest open air museums, historic Luxor, built upon the once-powerful city of UNESCO- listed Thebes, is home to the imposing Temple of Karnak—among the world's largest temple complexes—and the well preserved Temple of Luxor, a spectacular example of Egyptian architecture. INCLUDED ABU SIMBEL Step into Egypt's storied past at the impressive Abu Simbel, where the monolithic temples of Ramses II were constructed in the 13th century BC. Rediscovered in the early 19th century, this UNESCO World Heritage Site was relocated in stages between 1964 and 1968 during the Aswan Dam's construction. OPTIONAL 3

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