After a tiring few days of seeing sights at a hectic pace, combined with early morning departures, it was a welcome relief to board our cruise boat that would be our home for the next few days. In a stroke of good fortune, we were upgraded to a five star cruise boat, so I felt very spoilt by the magnificent food and facilities, as they are certainly not what I have been accustomed to throughout my travels this year. Our first main stop was the temple at Kom Ombo at night, which looked splendid due to the flood lighting and the full moon which was rising behind it. I really enjoyed being able to wander through a temple at night, as it was quite peaceful and relaxing. Whilst there I learnt that the Ancient Egyptians always
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