MS Eugenie & MS Kasr Ibrim

Ultra Luxury on Lake Nasser - Experience the best of Egypt

Two deluxe sister ships on Lake Nasser
M/S Eugenie ( Seen here in front of Abu Simbel Temples)
And M/S Kasr Ibrim

Since prehistoric times, the Nile River valley provided the only route from the Mediterranean world of Africa, with Nubia as the point of contact between the two worlds. For Pharaonic, Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Arab civilizations, Nubia served as the corridor to Africa, a highway for diverse cultures and political powers during thousands of years.


In the last century this region has witnessed two of the greatest engineering feats in modern history; the construction of the Aswan High Dam with the consequent creation of Lake Nasser,and the UNESCO project which saved the historical sites of Nubia threatened with permanent submersion beneath the waters of the Lake.

The total volume of the dam itself has been calculated at 17 times that of the Great Pyramid,and to build it 30,000 men worked round the clock for 10 years.
The resulting reservoir extends 500 kilometers, some 380 of which lie in Egypt, with an average width of 10 kilometers. No wonder then that Lake Nasser has been referred to as(the Nubian Sea). Until now, its coasts are uninhabited but it is the dream of the founders of the Eugenie that someday this wealth of fresh water and land will combine with the strengthened vigor of the Egyptian people to create a verdant living space.
When the decision was made 1954 to build the dam, it was apparent that in addition to the evacuation of the Nubian community, urgent attention was required to safeguard the Nubian Monuments.

UNESCO responded to the appeal for assistance in the latter project by launching in resources of some 54 nations over a 20-year period.. The degree of Ingenuity required to save the temple represented a comparable task and fighting tribute to creative genius that accomplished their original construction. It was the first time in history that so many diverse countries, individuals and disciplines united in an undertaking dedicated to the idea of a common cultural heritage and the universality of art.

Now, for the first time since project completion in 1980, the immense lake and the temple on its banks are accessible to travelers with a passion for a discovery and a taste for comfort - aboard the cruise ship Eugenie.

The combination of “turn of the century luxury” with present day comfort allows explorers of today to travel in style. Click here to combine with a Private Touring, Private Nile Cruising

Imagine cruising Lake Nasser in ultimate luxury. Many of the Nubian monuments can only be visited from Lake Nasser - there is no access by road - and there is no doubt that arriving by water to visit Abu Simbel will remain in your memory forever.
The latest in comfort is available on the M/S Eugenie & M/S Kasr Ibrim . On deck you find a shaded restaurant and a mosaic-lined swimming pool, or relax in the spacious lounge areas, restaurants or one of the three bars. Kasr Ibrim combines "turn of the century luxury" with present day comfort and all the refinement of the Middle East.

A cruise with MS Eugenie or MS Kasr Ibrim is either 5 day/ 4 nights or 4 day / 3 nights.
Cruise schedule is weekly , year round

Mondays: M / S Eugenie
Five day / 4 nights cruise from Abu Simbel to Aswan

Wednesdays: MS Kasr Ibrim
Four day / 3 night cruise from Abu Simbel to Aswan

Fridays: MS Eugenie
Four day / 3 nights cruise from Aswan to Abu Simbel

Saturdays: MS Kasr Ibrim
Five day / 4 night cruise from Aswan to Abu Simbel

Onboard facilities include spacious restaurants serving the best Egyptian and international cuisine, lounges with dancing every evening, large swimming pools, sun decks, a variety of bars and lounges, boutiques and gift shops.

Cruise with Kasr Ibrim is either 4 nights from Aswan to Abu Simbel or 3 nights from Abu Simbel to Aswan. This voyage bring you to the Kalabsha temple, Ramses the Great rock cut temple known as Beit el Wali, the Roman temple of Hathor, known as Kertassi. Further south Ramses II's temple know as Wadi El Seboua temple, the Meriotic and Ptolemaic temple called Al Dakka, the unfinished Serapis temple called Al Meharakka. Third area of visit host the saved temple of Amada (built during ThothMoses III and Amenhotep II), the rock cut temple of Derr and tomb of Penout (deputy under Ramses VI). On the east side of the lake is the ancient Fort now called Kasr Ibrim - and furthest south the two temples in Abu Simbel.

As Christiane Desroches Noblecourt (Honorary Inspector General of the Museums in France) writes
After cruising on M.S. Eugenie and later on M.S. Kasr Ibrim - this is "Nubia, the lost paradise finally reborn". Click Here for Eugenie Deck Plan

Do we get sea sickness while sailing Lake Nasser ?

This is Lake / river sailing, so do not expect any waves , no rough seas ! Your Lake Nasser cruises is actually a floating hotel that moves from place to place along the lake shores .

For those in search of relaxation, this cruise offers wonderful desert landscapes, with the colors changing dramatically as the day wears on; sunsets and sunrises in particular can be dramatic. Many of the Nubian monuments can only be visited from Lake Nasser - there is no access by road - and there is no doubt that arriving by water to visit Abu Simbel will remain in your memory forever.

For PRIVATE GUIDE/CAR/DRIVER :
For the full duration of the Nile Cruise & shore excursions: please add $250 per person . This supplement doesn't apply, when you book the at least least 8 guests in your party.