Lake Nasser, created by the Aswan High Dam, stretches for about 500 km through the Nubian desert. Only a few ships sail it, among them the Movenpick Prince Abbas, the Nubian Sea and the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam, so it is one of the quietest journeys in Egypt.
In 3 or 4 nights between Aswan and Abu Simbel, you visit the Nubian temples rescued from the rising waters in the 1960s: Kalabsha, Wadi El Seboua, Amada and the fortress of Qasr Ibrim, seen from the ship. The highlight is arriving at Abu Simbel by water, with the temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari above the lake.
Lake Nasser Cruise
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Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Nile Cruise
Embark on the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Nile Cruise with Egypt for Travel. Sail between Luxor and Aswan, enjoy premium amenities, and explore iconic ancient…
The route
| Direction | Length | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Aswan → Abu Simbel | 3 nights | Kalabsha, Wadi El Seboua, Amada, Qasr Ibrim, Abu Simbel |
| Abu Simbel → Aswan | 4 nights | The same temples in reverse, with an extra day on the lake |
Which Nile cruise category suits you?
| Category | Ships such as | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Radamis II, Semiramis, Princess Sarah | The best value, same route and temples |
| Deluxe | MS Nile Premium, MS Royal Viking, Jaz Crown ships | More space, better food and service |
| Luxury | Sonesta St. George, Steigenberger Legacy, MS Mayfair | Suites, fine dining, attentive service |
| Dahabiya | Merit, Merit II, Akhnaton | A few cabins under sail, quiet stops |
| Lake Nasser (this page) | Movenpick Prince Abbas, Nubian Sea | Aswan to Abu Simbel, far from the crowds |
Good to know
- Very few ships sail Lake Nasser, so cabins sell out early for October to April.
- Combine it with a Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor to see every great temple of Upper Egypt in about a week.
- The lake is remote: there are no towns along the way, just desert, temples and silence.
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I enjoyed myself immensely! This trip experience is one that I will never forget, and that's just putting it mildly. Our Tour Guide, Prince, was far beyond impressive.
Excellent tourism experience. The tour guide (Ahmed) has a wealth of knowledge about the ancient Egyptian history and culture. He is significantly helpful, polite and always willing to help.
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