Movenpick Prince Abbas Lake Cruise

Overview

Experience refined luxury aboard the Movenpick Prince Abbas, a 5-star cruise delivering outstanding amenities as you journey along Lake Nasser’s dramatic shores and timeless Nubian monuments.

Description

Embark on a journey aboard the Movenpick Prince Abbas Lake Nasser Cruise and enjoy five-star accommodations while navigating the tranquil waters of Lake Nasser. Revel in panoramic desert vistas and discover the remarkable archaeological treasures of Nubia, including ancient temples and monuments preserved along the lake’s shores. This unique voyage is perfect for guests seeking a blend of comfort and rich historical immersion. Many travelers seeking Egypt Nile Cruises find this itinerary blends adventure with luxury, while the comprehensive sightseeing makes it one of the most rewarding Egypt Tour Packages available.

What's Included

Personal greeting and assistance upon arrival at the airport or railway station
Accommodation aboard the Movenpick Prince Abbas Lake Nasser Cruise on a full-board basis
Services of a professional tour guide available in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
All sightseeing excursions conducted as private guided tours
Entry tickets to all sites listed in the itinerary
Bottled water provided during excursions
All transportation in a private, air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All service charges and taxes included

What's Excluded

Optional excursions not listed in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Itinerary

Upon reaching Aswan, you’ll be met by a personal representative who will facilitate your transfer to the Movenpick Prince Abbas Lake Nasser Cruise for embarkation and check-in. Lunch is served on board. Later, set out to explore Aswan’s iconic sites: marvel at the engineering of the High Dam, built to regulate the Nile’s floods; travel by motorboat to Agilika Island and stand in awe of the elegant Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis; and visit the site of the Unfinished Obelisk, still connected to its bedrock in the ancient granite quarries. Dinner will be served on the cruise, where you will spend the night in Aswan.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Aswan

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on board before setting out to visit the relocated Kalabsha Temple, renowned for its blend of Egyptian and Roman motifs honoring the Nubian god Mandulis. Next, venture to Beit El Wali, a compact yet striking temple constructed by Ramesses II, notable for its vibrant reliefs of victory and devotion. Return to the vessel for lunch, then watch as the Movenpick Prince Abbas sails southward towards Wadi El Seboua, crossing the Tropic of Cancer. Relish dinner onboard and spend the night cruising.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board

Begin the day with breakfast before disembarking to explore Wadi El Seboua, known as the Valley of the Lions, where a procession of sphinxes leads to Ramesses II’s temple. Continue to the Temple of Dakka, dedicated to Thoth, and admire the unique spiral staircase at the Temple of Maharraqa. Lunch awaits on the ship as you set sail toward Amada. Dinner is served onboard, where you’ll dock for the night near Amada.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board near Amada

Start your morning with breakfast followed by a guided visit to the ancient Amada Temple, Nubia’s oldest standing monument from the era of Thutmose III, featuring remarkably vivid reliefs. Proceed to the Temple of Derr, carved into rock by Ramesses II, and see the Tomb of Pennut, once held by the Viceroy of Kush. The journey continues as the cruise heads for Kasr Ibrim, the last original monument of ancient Nubia, where you’ll observe the historic site from the sun deck. Later, the cruise resumes towards Abu Simbel. Dinner is served on board, and guests have the option to experience the captivating Sound & Light Show at Abu Simbel in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Following breakfast, explore the awe-inspiring Abu Simbel Temples, monumental structures carved from the mountainside by Ramesses II and relocated to avoid submersion after Lake Nasser’s creation. Admire the massive statues and ornate interior carvings before returning to the cruise for check-out. You’ll then be transferred to Abu Simbel Airport or your onward destination.

Meals: Breakfast