Overview
Movenpick Prince Abbas Lake Cruise runs between Aswan and Abu Simbel across a 4 Days / 5 Days programme as a dedicated lake cruiser; it sails Lake Nasser itself, so it reaches Abu Simbel without the overland convoy. Departures run Every Monday from Aswan & Friday from Abu Simbel; the exact sailing date and cabin category are checked against the live schedule before booking. Published onboard features for this vessel include a daily movie screening, a steam bath and panoramic cabin windows. Along the sailing, guided visits cover Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon. From $740. Cabin availability and season-linked pricing are checked and confirmed before payment.
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Sailing between Aswan and Abu Simbel
- Remote Nubian temples beside Lake Nasser
- Full-board cabin accommodation
- Guided visits according to the selected direction
Ship Facts — Mövenpick MS Prince Abbas
- Official name: Mövenpick MS Prince Abbas
- Operator: Mövenpick
- Cabins: 65
- Route: Aswan / Abu Simbel
- Itinerary lengths: 4 Days / 5 Days
- Departures: Every Monday from Aswan & Friday from Abu Simbel
- Tour type: Small Group Tour
Cabin types
- Cabin or suite — 22 sqm — 65 accommodations
On-board facilities
- Large Panoramic Window which opens into a balcony
- Sauna & oriental steam bath
- Private bath with hair dryer
- Colored TV within house music and video channels
- Dedicated movie channel
- Mini Bar
- First aid box
- Individually controlled Air Condition
- International telephone in Cabins
- State-of-the-art water filtration systems
- Safety Box
- Luggage Rack
- Doctor available 24 hours around the clock. Appointments or emergency calls half an hour in advance.
- Internet and fax availability
- Visa and Master Card accepted
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Embarkation in Aswan
Embarkation in Aswan aboard Mövenpick MS Prince Abbas for a Lake Nasser sailing. Afternoon visit to the Aswan High Dam and the Temple of Kalabsha, relocated to the lakeshore when the dam was built.
Day 2: Wadi el-Seboua and Amada
Sailing across Lake Nasser with shore visits to the relocated temples of Wadi el-Seboua and Amada, among the lesser-visited Nubian monuments saved during the UNESCO rescue campaign.
Day 3: Abu Simbel
Early morning at the Abu Simbel temples of Ramesses II and Nefertari before the day-trip crowds arrive, then disembarkation (or embarkation, on the return sailing) at Abu Simbel.
Day 4: Return to Aswan
Sailing back across Lake Nasser to Aswan. Disembarkation after breakfast, with your onward transfer arranged according to your travel plans.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Meet and assist for embarkation and disembarkation
- Full-board accommodation in the confirmed cabin category
- Guided Lake Nasser and Nubian temple visits listed in the selected programme
- Entrance fees for visits stated in the confirmed itinerary
- Transfers stated in the final cruise proposal
- Service charges and taxes
Excluded
- International flights and Egypt entry visa
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for the crew and guide
- Optional visits not stated in the selected programme
- Holiday supplements unless included in writing
Cabin Fares by Duration and Season
Published per-person fares for the stated cabin. Availability is confirmed before payment.
| Duration | Season | Cabin | Price per person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May to August | Triple Cabin | $740 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May to August | Double Cabin | $760 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | May to August | Single Cabin | $1,095 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Triple Cabin | $915 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Double Cabin | $935 |
| 3 Nights 4 Days | September to April | Single Cabin | $1,255 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Triple Cabin | $965 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Double Cabin | $985 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | May to August | Single Cabin | $1,440 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Triple Cabin | $1,185 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Double Cabin | $1,215 |
| 4 Nights 5 Days | September to April | Single Cabin | $1,645 |
Pricing Information
The final price depends on travel date, availability, category and traveler count. Currency conversions are estimates updated from the central rate setting.
Children Policy
Child rates depend on age, room occupancy and the hotel or cruise policy. Send each child age for a confirmed quote.
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