M/S
Kasr Ibrim
The
M/S Kasr Ibrim was named after the ancient citadel on Lake Nasser,
the only Nubian monument that still exists in its original location.
The Kasr Ibrim citadel, standing on a high bluff overlooking the river
valley, was adapted to suit the needs of its diverse occupants throughout
the ages. Likewise, the M/S Kasr Ibrim provides an epic setting for
international travelers, while commemorating the citadel as an enduring
link with Egypt's distant past.
Service is thoughtful and friendly;
the cuisine is superb. Each day we anchor beside one of Lake Nasser's
historic sites, where a launch will take you ashore to explore.
The
Kasr Ibrim’s interiors blend whimsical art deco motifs with
modern elegance and comfort. Relax in the ship’s spacious and
beautifully appointed lounge areas, its restaurant or bars. On deck
you will find a shaded area, a mosaic-lined swimming pool and deckchairs
to make the most of Lake Nasser’s glorious scenery. Kasr Ibrim’s
facilities also include a sauna, a steam bath dressed in old marble,
exercise equipment, and a state-of-the-art water filtration system.
The ship is fully air-conditioned.
The M/S Kasr Ibrim was launched in
September 1997. The ship is 256 feet long, with just 55 cabins for
maximal comfort, and 10 luxurious suites. The interior décor
reflects the Art Deco style of the 1920's.
The ship’s fifty-five
spacious cabins measure 245 square feet each with an ensuite
bathroom
(bath, shower, washbasin, w.c. and hairdryer). There are seven 312
square feet Junior suites; two 635 square feet Royal suites and one
1500 square feet Imperial suite (all ten suites have bathrooms with
jacuzzi, shower, washbasin, w.c. and hairdryer).
The Executive Deck
has 12 twin-bedded cabins, each with a private balcony. Executive Deck
cabins are available at an additional surcharge per cabin and per night.
The
Upper Deck has 18 twin-bedded cabins each with a private balcony. A
guaranteed allocation to one of the Upper Deck cabins is available
at an additional surcharge per cabin and per night.
The Main Deck has
18 twin-bedded cabins each with a private balcony.
The Lower Deck has
7 twin bedded cabins without balconies; these can also be used for
triple occupancy.
4 days / 3 nights from Abu Simbel to Aswan
Embarks weekly on Wednesday
Day 1: (Wednesday) Staff will meet you at your hotel
in Abu Simbel or the Abu Simbel airport for transfer to the cruise.
Lunch on board. Visit the temples
of Ramses. A welcome cocktail will be served. OPTIONAL Sound & Light
show at Temples (non-compulsory, ticket not included) followed by a
candlelight dinner on board. (L, D)
Day 2: (Thursday) Those who would like to watch the spectacular
sunrise at Abu Simbel may enjoy an early morning visit to the temples
(entrance ticket is not included). Breakfast is served while sailing
to Kasr Ibrim. Arrival at Kasr Ibrim. Tour conducted from the ship’s
sun deck as entrance to the site is not permitted. Lunch served while
sailing to Amada. Visit the Temples of Amada and
Derr as
well as the tomb of Penout, A relaxing afternoon sail to Wadi El
Seboua. Dinner on board (B, L, D)
Day 3: (Friday) Morning visit to Wadi El Seboua,
the Temples of Dakka,
and Meharakka. Lunch on board. Sail to Aswan while dining and overnight
on board. (B, L, D)
Day 4: (Saturday) Visit the Kalabsha
Temple, Beit
El Wali and the Kiosk of Kertassi. Disembarkation after breakfast.
(B)
5 days / 4 nights from Aswan to Abu Simbel
Embarks weekly on Saturday
Day 1: (Saturday) Staff will meet you at your
hotel, the airport or train station for transfer to the cruise. Arrival
in Aswan to board the Kasr Ibrim. Lunch on board then Visit
to Kalabsha
Temple, Beit
El Wali, and the Kiosk of Kertassi. Afternoon tea is served in
the lounge. Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan Harbor. (L, D)
Day 2: (Sunday) Sailing to Wadi El Seboua, breakfast
and cocktail when passing the Tropic of Cancer. Lunch, Dinner and overnight
on board. (B, L, D)
Day 3: (Monday) Breakfast on board
followed by a morning visit to Wadi El Seboua, the Temple
of Dakka, and Temple of Meharakka. Lunch on board while sailing
to Amada. Visit the Temples of Amada and
of Derr,
as well as the tomb of Penout. Dinner and overnight on board at Amada.
(B, L, D)
Day 4: (Tuesday) Sailing to Kasr Ibrim.
Breakfast and morning visit to the citadel of Kasr Ibrim. Tour conducted
from the ship's sun deck as entrance to the site is not permitted.
Sailing to Abu Simbel. After-lunch visit of the Temples
of Abu Simbel. Sound & Light show at Abu Simbel Temples (non-compulsory,
ticket not included). Candlelight dinner on board and overnight at
Abu Simbel. (B, L, D)
Day 5: (Wednesday) Breakfast on board. Those who wish
may enjoy a second visit to the Abu Simbel Temples to watch the sunrise
(entrance ticket is not included). Disembarkation. (B)
Great Prices from only £255 (excluding
flights)
NB. Prices
are per person based on two adults sharing a twin or double room/cabin
and include all flights, accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis,
transfers and transport in Egypt, entrance fees to museums and sites
of antiquities and visits as listed in the itinerary and the services
of a tour guide and Egyptologist, but are subject to small price
fluctuations in airport tax and fuel surcharges as applied by the
airlines at the time of booking and differences in cost of flights
from your chosen UK airport. From time to time it may be necessary
to change the order of the itinerary due to flight times and train
timetables, etc. - we do, however, endeavour to keep any changes
to a minimum.
