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On Location: How ‘Death on the Nile’ Built a Full Size River Cruise Ship on Set

By Meredith Carey

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Back when it was first published in 1937, Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile, which follows mustachioed detective Hercule Poirot on a mystery-filled steamboat cruise down the famed Egyptian river , inspired travelers near and far to experience the Nile for themselves. (Hopefully, with less murder.) We don't doubt that Kenneth Branagh's silver screen interpretation of the classic novel will do the same—thanks, in part, to the to-scale river cruise ship production designer Jim Clay and his team built on set.

Yes, the film's fictional Karnak steamboat was built full size in a U.K. studio parking lot, with everything from the spacious, two-story lounge at the bow to the cabins in the rear decked out in opulent Art Deco design. We sat down with Clay to get the inside scoop on what inspired them to build out the ship, his favorite place on the Karnak to sneak off to during filming, and the places in Egypt that inspired the Death on the Nile 's sets. Read on to get insight into how Clay's team built a river cruise ship from scratch in just seven months, and take a peak at exclusive behind-the-scenes footage of the Karnak in action.

See the Karnak and star-studded cast of Death on the Nile in theaters starting February 11.

Why did you choose to build a full set rather than, say, film on an existing ship or create rooms on a soundstage?

Mostly because of Sir Kenneth [Brannagh’s] shooting style . He likes to shoot on composite sets, composite worlds, so that he's not confined to a cabin set for this scene and a lounge set for that scene. We originally looked at the potential of some real boats to shoot on, but frankly, we realized very quickly that there was nothing of the scale, the period, or the style that we wanted. So we decided to build. Originally we were going to build [the Karnak ] in the U.K., and then dismantle it and take it to Ouarzazate, Morocco, and float it on a real lake there. It was quite a daunting thing. But ultimately, we looked at what advancements had been made in digital water and we got this call from Ken saying, we're not going to float it on the lake but we're going to build it on a railway track in the carpark of our studio in Surrey. It was quite a welcome phone call.

[The Karnak ] was on that track so that we could move it in and out of the stage, according to the weather and what scenes we were doing. We also built a partial tank along one side, so while it wasn't actually floating in the water, it was on the railway tracks that butted right up to it. When the cast had their first experience of boarding the boat, they approached it from the water side, so it was as if they were boarding from the Nile.

Ali Fazal as Andrew Katchadourian Letitia Wright as Rosalie Otterbourne and Sophie Okonedo as Salome Otterbourne in 20th...

The ship could be rolled in and out of the studio to give actors Ali Fazal, Letitia Wright, and Sophie Okonedo (from left) a real-world cruising experience.

When you were looking at period-correct ships for inspiration, what were the key elements of river cruises that you wanted to make sure were represented in the ship you were building in 2019?

The biggest thing was getting the scale right. The Cunard Line at that time had several boats floating on the Nile and we looked very carefully at their drawings. We got a scale that suited us from the larger end of that fleet of boats and we built it with three decks so that Ken could do his tracking shots from one level to another and out of a cabin down the deck, into a bar, back up on the deck again. He takes whatever you give him in terms of a set—my gosh, he really takes advantage of it and uses every inch.

When you look back at that set, what parts of the ship make you particularly proud?

Although it was a boat with cabins and corridors, we tried to make it partially open plan as well. So that a double height sun lounge at the front of the boat, which then looked down onto a mezzanine level, and then looked down to a dining area with a stage and area for the band, which connected to the front of the boat, that was a lovely, opulent, and glamorous space to sit. Often when the crew was shooting on the stages somewhere I would go and sit in that lounge—especially if it was sunny. It was a very peaceful and calming area to be in.

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The ship's central lounge, pictured here, was Clay's favorite hideaway onboard.

It usually takes well over a year to build a functioning cruise ship these days. What was the build-out process like for the Karnak?

We had about seven months to design and build the boat. I had an amazing team and an amazing art department team led by Dominic Masters, supervising art director, and we worked with the construction team, led by John Bohan, an immensely skillful guy. I was obviously most concerned with the quality of the finishes and the marble and the Art Deco furniture. John was concerned about the weight of the boat, because he bought these wheels for the railway track that had a limit of something around about 240 tonnes. So as we got close to completing the structure, and more and more equipment was coming on board, John was weighing everything as it went on board so we didn't supersede the weight limit.

While most of the movie’s action happens on board, there are scenes in London, in Aswan, Egypt, and beyond. What was the research like for the sets in those scenes?

There's a lot of research available there, archives and photographic archives, which was immensely helpful. But we went out there—Ken, Haris [Zambarloukos, the director of photography], and Matthew Jenkins, the producer—for a few days, to Cairo and to Abu Simbel. We spent a lot of time at Abu Simbel and I spent a lot of time measuring. We did briefly consider shooting at Abu Simbel, but obviously there are many logistical nightmares, not least the heat. It was immensely hot. So again, we decided to build that back on the studio lot in Surrey. We built it full scale but not out of stone, out of polystyrene and plaster with tons of sand. Plus, we took a trip along the Nile just to get the feel of it.

What was the experience of floating along and seeing all that incredible Egyptian history along the Nile?

It's another world, isn't it? It's sort of, in a way, equivalent to Venice. Venice has an unreality to it. You approach Venice and you think, there it is, floating jewel-like just off the coast of reality. And I think there's something similar about the Nile. Those temples and the history, it's awe-inspiring. And we felt that, even though we were just in a little dhow going up and down the Nile. And there's a sort of silence as well. Somehow you can sense the past through the silence. It's unlike the world we occupy normally in our day-to-day lives in these big cities. It was thrilling.

For those who haven’t been able to experience it for themselves, what do you hope they take away from the sets you’ve created in the movie?

Go to the movie and experience that journey because I think the way Ken and Haris have shot the movie, you feel you're there, you feel you're on board that ship. And then take the journey of your lifetime and go. Start in Cairo and make your way down the Nile. It's well worth it. It's something that should be done in all people's lives, if at all possible.

Agatha Christie Nile Cruise Tour – All Aboard the Steam Ship Sudan Used in Death on the Nile!

By: Author Sophie Pearce

Posted on Last updated: August 19, 2023

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Did you know that you can follow in Agatha Christie’s footsteps by stepping aboard the Steam Ship Sudan in Egypt?

The oldest steamboat still running on the Nile today. You really can take your very own Agatha Christie Nile Cruise!

The queen of crime herself stepped aboard the Steam Ship Sudan to sail down the Nile. She travelled throughout Egypt in 1937. This cruise, and the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan , inspired her to write her famous novel ‘Death on the Nile’ .

Decades later, it has been the star attraction and filming location for scenes in modern film and TV adaptations. Most famously, Death on the Nile in 2004 starring David Suchet

During my Nile cruise aboard the MS Mayfair from Aswan to Luxor , I spotted the SS Sudan pulling into Kom Ombo port. I instantly recognised it and was dying to take a look around. My tour guide, Eid, used to work on board the ship and knew it well.

He also knew the manager of the Steam Ship Sudan and managed to score me a free tour! A.K.A I got to snoop around the ship for a few hours. I was over the moon with excitement!

It felt surreal to wander around the filming location of a movie I have been watching for years. Here’s a tour of Agatha Christie’s Nile Cruise, the boat used in Death on the Nile.

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Agatha Christie Nile Cruise: The history of Steam Ship Sudan

The Steam Ship Sudan, or SS Sudan, is an old steamer Nile cruise ship that was built for King Fouad in 1885.

A few years before this, the legendary entrepreneur Thomas Cook acquires a permit for tourist Nile sailing. He then accepts eager tourists aboard his first Nile Cruise for Egyptian tourism in 1876. As well as Nile cruises, Cook also built the Old Winter Palace in Luxor and the Old Cataract in Aswan.

In 1911, he acquires the Steam Ship Sudan and Arabia to advertise faster cruise ships. These boats cut down the tour from Cairo to just 20 days and so more tourists were eager to step aboard.

By 1935, the Steam Ship had reached a golden age of tourism and in 1937, Agatha Christie steps onboard.

No one ever knows whether Agatha Christie intended to stay so long in Egypt. But, what we do know is that she remained here for most of that year. The SS Sudan and the Old Cataract were her muses for writing Death on the Nile.

In World War II, Egyptian tourism came to a halt. This also meant that the Steam Ship Sudan was abandoned and locked away for over 50 years.

In 2000, directors of Voyageurs du Monde bought the steamer and revived the SS Sudan to its former glory. It set sail once more in 2006 and has welcomed tourists on board ever since.

What films and shows have been filmed onboard the Steam Ship Sudan?

The famous ‘Karnak’ steamer which Agatha Christie wrote about in her novel, was based on the Steam Ship Sudan after her own cruise.

I always thought that the 1978 version of Death on the Nile was filmed onboard the Steam Ship Sudan. But, I later found out that four weeks of filming took place aboard the SS Memnon. This ship is still running as part of Seti Cruises, but only for private functions.

The SS Sudan at the time was still locked away. But, I’m sure if it was available they would have used it for the movie.

The 2004 version of Death on the Nile , starring David Suchet, was filmed on board this very ship.

There is also a new adaptation with Sir Kenneth Branagh due to be released soon and I wonder if the SS Sudan will be a filming location too!

Welcome aboard the Steam Ship Sudan

As soon as I waited on the dock at Luxor and saw the SS Sudan pull in, I felt butterflies. Seeing this ship in person and knowing I was going to come aboard was a strange feeling.

The fact that Agatha Christie would have been on this boat made me have a serious fan girl moment!

I walked down the steps and the gangplank was lifted, allowing me to come aboard and I was shown to the bar. It was a hot day in Luxor, so I was thankful for the cooling temperature of the drawing-room.

No sooner had I sat down, a kind waiter in full livery and tarboush, served me a refreshing glass of hibiscus tea.

I could see the residents reading from the ship library, which had copious copies of Death on the Nile to choose. Some of the patrons were playing board games. It was very relaxing.

The lounge and sun deck onboard the SS Sudan

Unfortunately, when I came on board the boat was at full occupancy. So, I couldn’t check out any of the cabins for myself.

But, from seeing the Death on the Nile movie and the Steam Ship Sudan website; they all look vintage boutique!

Some of the rooms have brass and antique gold wicker bed frames, and luxe deco bedding and interiors.

There are 5 suites and 18 cabins onboard the Sudan. You can even stay in the Agatha Christie Suite and a cabin dedicated to her famous detective, Hercule Poirot.

Steam Ship Sudan cabins

As we wound our way up the winding wooden staircase and over the wooden floorboards, it felt surreal. To walk along this steamer which I had seen on TV was just spectacular.

We made our way up to the lounge deck on top of the boat and found a beautiful place to pass the time and watch the world go by.

There were lounge chairs, sunbeds, tables to play chess. It really looked like the ideal place to relax with a drink and see the sights of the Nile.

I could only imagine what it would be like to catch the sunset from here. Ah, I can only dream!

A look inside the SS Sudan engine room

I always love poking my nose in to see the captain’s quarters of a ship. There’s something so interesting about modern sailing.

There’s a chair, navigation equipment and lots of shiny buttons which I didn’t understand (but so tempting to push)! Also, a phone to make calls.

You won’t find the stereotypical ships wheel like in the olden days now, although you can find it outside for show.

The engine room was also fascinating. Unlike modern cruise ships, steamships work with an engine that makes a chugging sound. You can watch it spin in the engine room.

My guide told me that it’s quite loud at night, so you can hear it while you sleep. I’m quite a light sleeper myself. But, if I was on this ship I think it would be worth it!

How much is the Agatha Christie Nile Cruise?

The Steam Ship Sudan runs two types of cruises. What’s great about these is they stop at more sites than most of the regular Nile Cruises including Dendera and Abydos (which usually cost extra);

The Dynastic – a 6 days, 5 night river cruise that runs from Luxor down to Aswan.
Eternal River – a 6 days, 5 night cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

Steam Ship Sudan cruise prices

Both cruises have the same rates;

From Oct – Apr – 2400 -2700 Euros depending on your cabin.
From May – Sept – 1900 – 2200 Euros depending on your cabin.

Special occasions and holidays may cost more.

You can also rent this boat out for special occasions. The captain told me about a murder mystery evening that was held onboard. I think I would die of excitement if I got to attend!

Do you love Agatha Christie?

If you’re gaga about Agatha Christie too and wanted to read more about her travels in Egypt. I have a few posts that I think you might love all about the hotels that she stayed in here on her travels.

You can read about the Old Winter Palace in Luxor and discover all the Agatha Christie secrets you can find within the Old Cataract Hotel in Aswan.

All aboard the Steam Ship Sudan

If you’re a fan of the novel or movie Death on the Nile and the queen of crime herself, then a trip on the Steam Ship Sudan is the perfect choice for you.

Don’t miss out on travelling back in time with the Agatha Christie Nile Cruise and come aboard the Steam Ship Sudan; the oldest ship still actively running on the Nile.

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Tuesday 23rd of August 2022

Wonderful blog again. The real question though is which would you recommend - the SS Sudan or MS Mayfair?

Sophie Pearce

Hi Adrian, it really depends on your budget! I found the MS Mayfair perfect and it's a fraction of the cost. But, if money is no object the SS Sudan would be a bucket list splurge! Sophie x

Wednesday 4th of May 2022

Wow what an amazing review! I’m really looking forward to do this! Could you tell me how much would it cost me to do the cruise in the Agatha Christie cabin??

Hi Dan, it will probably depend on the season you go but the Agatha Christie Suite will most likely cost you around 4,000 Euro for the week! It is not cheap! I would contact the SS Sudan team at Original Travel to ask for specific rates. https://www.originaltravel.co.uk/place/steam-ship-sudan-holidays Hope this helps, Sophie x

Tuesday 11th of January 2022

Hello! I have just returned from Egypt where I was thrilled to spend 5 days cruising down the Nile on the SS Sudan! Your article and photos truly captured the joy of boarding and experiencing this legendary vessel! Thank you!

Wednesday 12th of January 2022

Hi Jim, oh wow! That's amazing that you got to sail down the Nile on the SS Sudan. It truly is an amazing ship! I'm glad you had a good time. I miss Egypt so much. Thank you. Sophie x

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Tuesday 3rd of August 2021

1984 i motored down to Aswan on a then 100 odd year gaff rig schooner Boston storm built in Boston UK as a pilot cutter....at Luxor we tied up alongside the paddle steamer for a few weeks before making our way down to komombo and Aswan .

Hi Thomas! Wow, that sounds like such an adventure. I bet travelling to Egypt must have been so different back then! I would have loved to have seen it before all the attractions were overloaded with security checks haha :) Sounds like you made some memories of a lifetime! Thanks for sharing, Sophie x

Tuesday 15th of June 2021

Hey Sophie, thank you very much indeed, that helps! By the way, I just want to say thank you for keeping this blog. I really love the way you write about each place you visit, especially how you cover the small details that other bloggers tend to overlook. I also share your passion for visiting places where authors have left their mark and hotels with history and character. Egypt is on my bucketlist and given that Covid 19 has put a stop to travelling for now, your blog is very much a way for me to live vicariously as well as build up my research for a seamless trip.

Sunday 27th of June 2021

Hi there, ah thank you! I do try to write in detail as I like to plan trips and find those were the questions I Was asking! So I put them in the post as I thought it could be useful :) Oh I hope you can visit Egypt, it really is the most magical place! Fingers crossed for you! Sophie x

S. S. Karnak

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The Karnak as seen in the 1978 Ustinov adaptation. The actual boat was the Memnon but a view from the stern quarter such as this is likely to have been that of the replica built on the sound stage at Pinewood Studios. Anything with the bow section would have to be on location with the actual boat.

In the novel Death on the Nile , S. S. Karnak is a steamer travelling on the river Nile in Egypt . It is smaller than the Papyrus and the Lotus , two other steamers traveling on the Nile. This boat is the main setting for the novel. Hercule Poirot took a vacation on board the boat, and solved several murders which took place there.

The Karnak is believed to be based on the S. S. Sudan (sometimes known as the P. S. Sudan .) Agatha Christie took a trip on this boat with her husband in 1933 and was inspired to write the novel. The boat still runs Nile cruises today and has a suite named after Christie.

1 Passengers on Promenade deck
2 Passengers on Lower deck
4.1 Death on the Nile 1978
4.2 Death on the Nile (2004)
5 References

Passengers on Promenade deck [ ]

Some editions of the novel (e.g. the 1st ed.) included a cabin plan of the promenade deck. This is reproduced below. However, note that some of the cabin assignments contradict what is said in the text.

Contradictions: The relative positions of the cabins are consistent with the text. But in Chapter 13, Cornelia Robson says she is in cabin 43. In chapter 18, Andrew Pennington says: "I have the cabin right next to Dr Bessner's number forty--forty one."

Passengers on Lower deck [ ]

Unknown cabin - Louise Bourget
Unknown cabin - Mr Ferguson
Unknown cabin - Signor Richetti
Lower berth, unknown area - Fleetwood

Portrayals [ ]

Death on the nile 1978 [ ].

Many sources say that the P. S. Sudan was used for the filming of the the 1978 Ustinov film adaptation of Death on the Nile . Suchet says the same thing in his book Poirot and Me . However the boat used in the film is smaller and has a different configuration of the wheelhouse and the section around the paddle wheel.

It is believed that the boat used is actually the S. S. Memnon . [11] This was a former Thomas Cook boat which after several changes of ownership was last with Seti Cruises. Unfortunately the boat is last seen broken up on a scrapyard. [12] Photos of the Memnon are rare. One can be seen from the archived website of Seti Cruises. The actual website is no longer operating. [13] Another site, Nile-Cruise-Egypt.com still has a page inviting passengers for the Memnon ! [14]

The recent photos of the Memnon shows it with new exquisite wood bodywork (the Memnon in the film had white bodywork] but the distinctive white funnel and the sloping steps going up the rear of the paddle wheel are quite distinctive.

The website of the famous photographer Fred Ihrt has several photos of the Memnon taken in 1977 which shows the ship in white, as it looked in the film. [15]

The actual Memnon was used for shooting of some scenes on location but according to the "Making of Death on the Nile featurette", a replica of the boat was built in a tank on a sound stage at Pinewood Studios. This was used for shooting other scenes such as interiors and night time on the deck. The replica resembled the original in great detail except that it was missing the front 13 ft of the bow section because the sound stage was not big enough. The tank could be flooded with 12 inches of water and waves and other features could be replicated. Fake river banks were also constructed on the set.

Death on the Nile (2004) [ ]

In the 2004 Suchet adaptation, the PS Sudan was used to portray the Karnak . Agatha Christie herself sailed took a Nile Cruise on the Sudan in 1933 and this inspired her to write the novel. The Sudan is much larger than the Memnon .

References [ ]

↑ Confirmed in Chapter 13: "Your cabin is number twenty-two on the starboard side--the one nearest the saloon.
↑ Confirmed in Chapter 16. According to Colonel Race, after Fanthorp was "young Allerton, Mrs Allerton. Then an empty cabin--Simon Doyle's."
↑ Room number contradicts what she says in Chapter 13: "Forty-three on the port side--right next door to Miss de Bellefort."
↑ See footnote for Tim Allerton.
↑ Correct relative to the others. In Chapter 29, "Jacqueline's cabin was just two away from Dr Bessners" and from Chapter 13, next to Cornelia Robson... but Robson is 43?
↑ Used as a dressing room only. Chapter 13 and 16.
↑ Room number contradicts what Pennington said in Chapter 18: "I have the cabin right next to Dr Bessner's number forty--forty one."
↑ Chapter 13.
↑ Room number contradicts what Pennington said in Chapter 18.
↑ TravelGumbo: In Egypt The Sudan This travel blog on the Sudan which has a section on the Memnon .
↑ Paddlesteams.info: Memnon or Archive URL The Memnon as of 2018
↑ SetiFirst.com/View Nile Cruises This archived URL for the Seti First Group shows a picture of the Memnon in their fleet.
↑ Nile Cruises/Memnon This website for Memnon Cruises shows pictures of the Memnon . The site is still up but it is unlikely that the boat is actually in operation.
↑ FredIhrt.com: Egypt 1977 Look for a white paddle steamer.
1 Taken at the Flood (Agatha Christie's Poirot episode)
2 After the Funeral (Agatha Christie's Poirot episode)
3 Appointment with Death (Agatha Christie's Poirot episode)

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Karma Karnak, Luxor, Egypt

Experience… a magical cruise on the nile.

An enchanting Nile adventure awaits you, with Karma Group’s first river cruise experience – Karma Karnak. Your Egyptian encounter begins in Luxor, sailing up the Nile for four nights to Aswan, then back down the river for three nights to Luxor. The specially-curated itinerary, onboard Karma Karnak and on dry land along the Nile’s banks, includes plenty of unique excursions and activities.

Tranquil sailing and extra-ordinary, ancient views await you upon Karma Karnak. The four-deck vessel boasts a generous swimming pool & sun deck area, restaurant, bar, and fabulous entertainment lounge.

Cabin Double

With rich, wood paneling and opulent furnishings, the Cabin Double has all the necessities to make your Nile cruise comfortable. Cabins on the upper two decks include large windows which can be opened to feel the river breeze.

Amenities include: Double bed, air conditioner, en-suite bathroom, television, and chest of drawers.

With rich, wood paneling and opulent furnishings, the Cabin Twin has all the necessities to make your Nile cruise comfortable. Cabins on the upper two decks include large windows which can be opened to feel the river breeze.

Amenities include: Twin beds, air conditioner, en-suite bathroom, fridge, television, small bedside cabinet, and wardrobe.

Suite Sleeps 3

With rich, wood paneling and opulent furnishings, it has all the necessities to make your Nile cruise comfortable – Perfect for two adults and one child. Cabins on the upper two decks include large windows which can be opened to feel the river breeze.

Amenities include: Double bed and single bed, air conditioner, en-suite bathroom, television, fridge, small bedside cabinet, and wardrobe.

From themed buffets to fusions from around the globe, the chefs onboard Karma Karnak pride themselves on their delicious culinary creations and surprises. Expect to savour plenty of dishes with influences from the Mediterranean, North Africa and the Middle East – humble and packed with flavour.

Restaurant & Lounge Bar

Nestled on the middle deck, Karma Karnak’s spacious restaurant was designed with contemporary in mind – think mood lighting and stylish furniture. Head to the deck above and you’ll find the bar & lounge area; serving up your favourite tipple and entertainment.

With a fully equipped bar, restaurant and sun terrace Karma Karnak has everything you need onboard to have a serene and unforgettable experience. Perfect for couples, families and small groups.

Entertainment

Once the sun sets on the glistening Nile, the evening entertainment begins on your Egyptian experience. The cruise itinerary includes fabulous activities, from cocktail parties to Jalabiya Parties, Authentic Nubain & Belly Dancing shows.

With complimentary sun loungers and parasols surrounding the swimming pool on the top deck, it is the perfect spot to relax under the Middle Eastern / North African sun. But if the heat is a little too much for you, relax in the covered areas of the sun deck, on the very comfy sofas and chairs, whilst being served your favourite beverages and watching the Nile float by.

Tours & Excursions

Often referred to as the world’s largest open-air museum, the Nile banks from Luxor to Aswan boast a panoply of once-in-a-lifetime tours and activities. With Karma Karnak stopping regularly along the Nile, you’ll get the incredible opportunity to explore the Land of the Pharaohs – Choose from our Standard Tour Package to additional, enchanting excursions.

Cairo, Luxor & Aswan

If seven nights onboard Karma Karnak isn’t enough on your ancient sojourn, we have further tours and accommodations available that can be flexible around you – Whether you want to fly into Cairo and begin your holiday there, or head to Aswan after the cruise and see what the incredible region has to offer; we will be able to help you fulfil your Egyptian bucket list.

(inclusive of our Recommended Tour Package)

Notes: Order of sailing and touring is subject to change locally NB: Evening dress code: Smart casual Afternoon tea only served when vessel is sailing (not docked).

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Valley of the queens.

Where the wives of pharaohs were buried in ancient times. It was known then as Ta-Set-Neferu, meaning “the place of beauty”. Ancient Egyptian civilization believed in an afterlife, and if all procedures were followed then the ones who deserved would enjoy eternal life. They believed that their belongings were to be necessary to enjoy the afterlife, so pharaohs and queens were buried with their treasures, clothing and basic necessities such as food and drinks. Keeping their treasures and belongings safe was very important, so as they planned the burial site of the Valley of the Queen, a lot of thought was put into perspective as to how to build the burial site in a discrete manner as to protect it from thieves, therefore, keeping the mummies and their belongings intact once they woke to the eternal life.

Valley Of The Kings

The rulers of the Eighteenth, Nineteenth, and Twentieth Dynasties of Egypt’s prosperous New Kingdom (c.1550–1069 BC) were buried in a desolate dry river valley across the river from the ancient city of Thebes (modern Luxor), hence its modern name of the Valley of the Kings. The powerful kings of the New Kingdom were laid to rest under the shadow of a pyramid-shaped peak rising out of the cliffs surrounding the valley. The selection of even the specific valley in which the royal tombs were excavated was not left to chance. The pyramid was a symbol of rebirth and thus eternal life, and the presence of a natural pyramid was seen as a sign of the divine. This entire area, and the peak itself, was sacred to a funerary aspect of the goddess Hathor: the “Mistress of the West”.

Colosseum Of Memnon

In the West Bank of Luxor Egypt, two magnificent twin statues image of pharaoh Amenhotep III and two smaller statues carved by his feet (one being his wife and the other his mother), stands graciously in the horizon of the magnificent Luxor horizons. The two statues, each measuring 60 feet tall, stands in the entrance of Amenhotep III’s mortuary temple. They are famously named by the name of Colossi of Memnon due to a phenomenon produced by one of the statues after an earthquake.

Hatshepsut Temple

The Temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture. Its three massive terraces rise above the desert floor and into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. Hatshepsut was the daughter of Thutmose I (1520-1492 BCE) by his Great Wife Ahmose. Thutmose I also fathered Thutmose II (1492-1479 BCE) by his secondary wife Mutnofret. In keeping with Egyptian royal tradition, Thutmose II was married to Hatshepsut at some point before she was 20 years old. During this same time, Hatshepsut was elevated to the position of God’s Wife of Amun, the highest honor a woman could attain in Egypt after the position of queen and one which would become increasingly political and important.

Luxor Temple

On the East bank of the Nile River, in the south of Egypt, the World’s Largest Outdoor Museum, Luxor city, contains one of the most beautiful temples still standing. Different than other temples in Luxor, the Luxor temple was not built in adoration to a god or to a god figure of the kings and pharaohs; instead, Luxor Temple was built in dedication to the rejuvenation of kingship. Many kings might have had their crowning at the Temple of Luxor, whether crowned in reality or conceptually as in the case of Alexander the Great, who claimed he was crowned at Luxor although facts contradict this as he had never travelled south of Memphis which is considered the modern city of Cairo.

Karnak Temple

The temple of Karnak was known as Ipet-isu— or “most select of places”— by the ancient Egyptians. This city of temples was built over 2,000 years and is dedicated to the Theban triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. This derelict place is still capable of overshadowing many wonders of the modern world, and in its day, must have been aweinspiring. For the largely uneducated Ancient Egyptian population, this could only have been the place of the gods. It is the largest religious building ever made, covering about 200 acres (1.5 km by 0.8 km), and was a place of pilgrimage for nearly 2,000 years. The area of the sacred enclosure of Amun alone is sixty-one acres and could hold ten average European cathedrals. The great temple at the heart of Karnak is so big that the St Peter’s, Milan, and Notre Dame Cathedrals would fit within its walls.

The Temple Of Horus

The extraordinary Temple of Horus, the mythical son of Isis and Osiris. Here, according to myth, Horus avenged the murder of his father Osiris by defeating his father’s brother Seth in combat. The temple of Edfu is the largest temple dedicated to Horus and Hathor of Dendera. It was the center of several festivals sacred to Horus. Each year, “Hathor travelled south from her temple at Denderah to visit Horus at Edfu, and this event marking their sacred marriage was the occasion of a great festival and pilgrimage”.

Temple Of Kom Ombo

One of the most unusual temples of Ancient Egypt, Kom Ombo was mainly built during the Ptolemaic Dynasty from 180 – 47 BCE, although there is evidence that it is stood upon an earlier temple. The temple is unique for its dedication to two different deities: the local crocodile-headed god Sobek, and the first “god of the Kingdom”, the falconheaded god Horus the Elder (also called Haroeris). This double dedication was deliberate. Not only is it architecturally duplicated, with two sets of courts, hypostyle halls and sanctuaries, the twin temple is symbolic of the local and universalist themes that the two different deities represented.

Philae Temple

The tiny island of Philae, a mere 450 metres long and less than 150 metres wide, captured the imagination of countless travellers to Egypt from early times. It was famed for its beauty and was known as the “Pearl of Egypt’. Plants and palm trees grew from the fertile deposits that had collected in the crevices of the granite bedrock. Gracious Graeco-Roman temples and colonnades, kiosks and sanctuaries rose proudly against the skyline. There was a sense of mystery. Not furtive, in violate secrets, so much as veiled mystification.

Unfinished Obelisk

The unfinished obelisk is the largest known ancient obelisk and is located in the northern region of the stone quarries of ancient Egypt in Aswan, Egypt. It was studied in detail by Reginald Engel Bach in 1922.

The Aswan Dam, or more specifically since the 1960s, the Aswan High Dam, is the world’s largest embankment dam, which was built across the Nile in Aswan, Egypt, between 1960 and 1970. Its significance largely eclipsed the previous Aswan Low Dam initially completed in 1902 downstream.

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Abu Simbel Temple

This site, Abu Simbel Temples, south of Aswan along Lake Nasser’s shore is the most famous in all of Egypt after the Giza Pyramids. Built by the greatest of the pharaohs, Ramesses II, which made it also known as the Temple of Ramses II or Ramesses II, these huge rockcut temples marked the southern boundary of the Egyptian Empire with Nubia at the peak of its power during the New Kingdom. They were meant to convey the power of Egypt’s rulers to anyone who laid eyes upon them. The four statues guarding the doorway to the larger of these temples are the largest sculptures that survive from the ancient Pharaonic era.

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Nubian Village

This beautiful port is where we take the motorboat to go the Nubian village for sunset. After arrival in the Nubian village, we go inside a Nubian house to learn about Nubian culture and traditions. We encourage you to interact with the locals as they love to hear about other cultures.

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Sound And Light Show Karnak Temple

Visit the largest open-air museum in the world, the “Karnak Temple” in Luxor, and don’t skip the enchanting light show. Discover the secrets behind the temple’s ancient name, Thebes, and explore its significant monuments. You don’t want to miss the opportunity to experience the Pharaohs’ various achievements, do you? As you pass through the gates of Luxor, you will be stunned by this notable city that won immortality through its giant monuments and magnificent temples.

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Hot Air Balloon

Sail high over the famous monuments of Luxor on a hot air balloon ride. You’ll get unmatched aerial views and photo ops as your private guide provides insightful narrative. Landmarks include Queen Hatshepsut’s Temple and Karnak, among other important structures.

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Karma Karnak sets sail and ends its voyage from the Nile river banks of Luxor. Once you’ve landed in Luxor, our friendly team will guide you to the docks; whether that be from the airport or a nearby hotel.

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A Cruise With Agatha Christie on Her Steamship in Death on the Nile

Kenneth Branagh’s adaptation of Agatha Christie’s Death on the Nile just came out. Rather than sink this all-style-no-substance Hollywood ship – sorry KB, but overall I was underwhelmed – I’ve something better to float our boats today. I want to take you on a Nile cruise circa 1930 with the thriller queen herself, Agatha Christie, to learn about the star of the show. No, not Armie Hammer, but the SS Karnak, a luxury steamship on which most of the action takes place (that you can sail on with a company called Original Travel , more on that later!) So, with our bags safely stowed, and life jackets on? Well, then let’s sail!

The sight of SS Karnak in the latest film had me at hello. Look at her above! Isn’t she something? The beautiful white curved wooden deck, the low-lit rooms, the way she wears the chiselled cast and dusky Nile backdrop so well. Turns out, though, that not only is she a giant prop – yes people, the SS Karnak in the latest Death on the Nile film is one giant luxurious prop constructed in a studio in England – but it’s also inspired by a real-life steamship that none other than Agatha Christie travelled on, which you can still travel on today! ( More on that later, stay tuned .)

The SS Sudan was – and still very much is – a luxurious and fast steamer ship. She belonged to Englishman, Thomas Cook, who founded the synonymous English travel company in England in 1841 . Egypt was becoming a fashionable destination for those of means, a group which included Agatha Christie, and Cook was keen to meet this growing demand. He also wanted to make cruising the Nile more comfortable and faster. So in 1911, he commissioned a fleet of luxury steamships, which included the SS Sudan .

Before these luxury steamships were introduced, however, a cruise on the Nile was not for the faint-hearted:

The journey up the Nile from Cairo to Aswan and back could take as long as three months and was made on traditional boats, with bad reputations for neglect and rat problems. Published in 1847, the “Handbook for Travellers in Egypt” advised passengers to bring iron bedsteads, carpets, rat traps, washing tubs, guns and staples such as tea and “English cheese.” Pianos were popular additions; so were chickens, turkeys, sheep and mules,” according to New York Times travel writer, Michelle Green .

Agatha Christie was a wealthy lady with the means to travel to Egypt several times in her life. Her first trip was in 1907 to visit her mother who had moved there for the warmer winter weather and cheaper cost of living. Her second was to visit her archaeologist husband, Max Mallowan, at a dig site in 1930. She writes about her travels in Egypt in her autobiography, Come Tell Me How You Live, and it’s thought that her first novel, Snow Upon the Desert, was based on her time staying at the Gezirah Hotel in Cairo. However, it was the journey she made in 1931 onboard the SS Sudan with Max to an archaeological mission in Aswan that would be the most poignant, as the inspiration for her 1937 novel, Death on the Nile.

The 236-feet-long SS Sudan launched in 1915. She was designed to carry 80 passengers in 40 luxury cabins and lavish suites set on matching decks. She even had running hot water in every room. Not surprisingly, by the 1920s cruising the Nile aboard the SS Sudan attracted an elite clientele of diplomats, high society and archaeologists, all willing and able to pay generously to discover Ancient Egypt.

At this point, the Egyptian government decided it was time to find a company to buy and restore SS Sudan. It took several attempts, but in 2006, a French tour company called Voyageurs du Monde bought and completely restored her, keeping the historic layout and adding modern engineering and services. Today, thanks to them, the SS Sudan remains one of the oldest operating traditional Nile steamships in the world.

Inside, it looks pretty much the same as it did originally, while several of the suites are named after various famous Nile travellers from the past or people linked to Egyptian history. These include Howard Carter, the archaeologist who discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb; King Farouk, the penultimate king of Egypt; the Lady Duff Gordon suite, named after a high society author who settled in Luxor after contracting tuberculosis, best known for her book Letters from Egypt – I feel a blog post about her coming on – and obviously, the Agatha Christie – obviously – prow cabin on the upper deck.

You can book your Nile cruise on the SS Sudan with various travel companies including Original Travel , the only UK tour operator to offer cruises on her (I’ve bookmarked it for when I win the Lottery), or you can book direct, here .

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Cruise the ancient Nile River with Karma Karnak

The International Karma Group has made its first Egyptian acquisition with Karma Karnak, a cruise ship set to the ancient Nile River. The elegantly styled 55-cabin boat offers guests the chance to immerse themselves at the historic heart of the African nation and its gathering of world-famous landmarks from The Valley of the Kings, to the Temples of Karnak and Luxor, and the tomb of Tutankhamun among many more.

“I believe that for many people a trip to Egypt sits high on their holiday bucket list and it certainly has always been so for me,” says Karma Group Owner and Founder John Spence. “Therefore, I am extremely excited to say that we have acquired a 55 cabin Nile cruise ship that will operate between Luxor and Aswan! The Nile itself is a simply magnificent river – the cruises will be curated and include excursions, fascinating talks on Egyptology and a unique chance to experience the timeless beauty of the local culture.  ”

Karma Karnak will make its debut after the heat of summer, in October. If the ancient adventures promised aren’t tempting enough, the boat’s ample amenities will be. Cabins are spacious, decorated in traditional wood and furnished with twin beds, air-conditioning, and en-suite facilities. Then there’s the cruise ship’s collection of bars, restaurants, a swimming pool, and rooftop deck.

The purchase of the cruise ship coincides with the news of the group’s other recent purchase of Karma Munnar in India. “I am delighted to announce that Karma Group has acquired two extremely exciting new destinations,” says John Spence. “As you may know we always believe that we are responsible for providing great experiences and I hope you will agree that these certainly tick those boxes.”

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Embark on a remarkable vacation experience aboard the Lazuli Karnak Dahabiya . Cruise along the Nile aboard the Lazuli Karnak Dahabiya , ranked among the top Dahabiya Nile Cruises, and immerse yourself in the genuine essence of Egypt in a unique manner. This graceful sailboat is a contemporary reproduction of the revered bark of the Pharaohs. The Lazuli fleet is meticulously crafted to mirror its ancient predecessors, featuring twin-masted vessels that leisurely navigate the Nile to uphold Lazuli’s hallmark traits: Simplicity, Luxury, and Comfort.

The Lazuli Dahabiya offers passengers the chance to explore the forgotten archaeological treasures lining the Nile’s banks and engage with local communities in their villages, participating in their daily activities. Onboard, the cabins are elegantly simple yet stylish, equipped with private bathrooms.

Much of the leisure time between excursions is spent on the upper deck, where guests can admire the timeless landscapes conducive to contemplation and relaxation. Here, they can indulge in dishes prepared with care by the chef, accompanied by music and the soothing sounds of the riverbank, or simply revel in the joy of leisure.

As night falls, the Lazuli Dahabiya creates a unique ambiance, offering dinner served on deck by candlelight under the stars or on an island surrounded by palm trees.

Lazuli, with its attentive yet unobtrusive staff and Egypt specialists as guides, invites passengers to embark on a journey of new emotions aboard its vessels, aptly named “Golden” (in Arabic, Dahabiya means ‘Golden’). Lazuli cruises are fully privatized for couples, families, or groups of friends, offering a luxury experience that unveils the genuine essence of Egypt.

All Dahabiyas are equipped with solar energy for onboard water and electricity, Wi-Fi internet access, DVD players, and video projectors, air conditioning, and have softened water available at any time.

• 2 Suites with panoramic view • 4 Standard Twin Cabins • 4 Standard Double Cabins • All cabins feature private bathrooms with showers and hair dryers • Upper Deck: Jacuzzi – a table and chairs for lunch, chaises longues • Lounge – Low tables and booths, library, internet access • Laundry services • Private Guide • Motor boat assistance in case of low wind • Egyptian traditional cuisine • Mineral Water, tea, coffee, soft drinks and hibiscus inclusive • Alcoholic drinks, Nespresso coffee, Espresso Coffee (out of breakfast) and Fresh juices excluded

• Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure • Assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions • All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle • Accommodation on board 5-star cruise on full board basis • All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary sharing • Nile cruise group • Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan • English-speaking tour guide during your excursions • All service charges and taxes

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The High Dam – Temple of Philae – The Unfinished Obelisk – Temple of Kom Ombo – Temple of Horus in Edfu – Valley of the Kings – Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari – Colossi of Memnon – The Karnak Temples Complex – Temple of Luxor

Day (1): ASWAN / HERDIAB

Pick up from a hotel or airport in Aswan, visit of Philae temple, center for the cult of the goddess Isis. This temple was moved by the UNESCO between 1972 & 1980 to save it from the Nile water. The romantic and majestic aura surrounding the Isis temple complex on the island of Philae has been luring pilgrims for thousands of years. The ruins were one of Egypt’s legendary tourist attractions.
Transfer to the Dahabieh.
First lunch on board while cruising to Herdiab.
Dinner & overnight on board.

Day (2): HERDIAB / KOM OMBO / DJEBEL SILSILAH

Breakfast on board while cruising to Kom Ombo to visit the Temple dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the hawk. Kom Ombo temple, is standing on a promontory at a bend in the Nile, where in ancient times sacred crocodiles basked in the sun on the river bank, the temple of Kom Ombo is more precisely the dual temple of Sobek (local crocodile god) and Haroeris. The sandstone temple dates from Ptolemaic times.
Lunch while cruising to Djebel Silsila on the west bank of the river is the Speos of Horemheb, a rock-hen chapel dedicated to pharaoh Horemheb (1323-1295BC) and seven deities, including the local god Sobek.
Visit the temple of the Horemheb era and the ancient quarry where the temple stones were extracted.

Day (3): BASSAW / EDFU / EL HEGZ

Breakfast while cruising to Bassaw, the old village of fishers on the Nile.
Stop in the small village of Bassaw, deserted by tourism. These places allow a direct contact devoid of all mercantile considerations. (Possibility to try the authentic way, that the ancient Egyptians used for fishing).
After lunch, visit Edfu temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. The temple of Horus at Edfu’s the most completely preserved Egyptian temple. One of the last great Egyptian attempts at monument building on a grand scale, the temple dominates the west-bank town, although Edfu’s more modest structures crowd in on its enclosure wall. Modern Edfu, a center for sugar and pottery is a very friendly place.

Day (4): EL HEGZ / ESNA

Breakfast while cruising to Esna.
Departure by car to Luxor.

Day (1): LUXOR / ESNA / EL HEGZ

Morning visit at 07:30am to Karnak Temple, built over more than a thousand years by generations of Pharaohs. The great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars, covering an area larger than the whole of Notre Dame Cathedral. It is more than a temple; Karnak is a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons and obelisks dedicated to the Theban gods and the greater glory of the pharaohs. Everything here is on a gigantic scale.
Transfer to the west bank, to visit the Valley of the Kings, once called the great place of Truth, the canyon now known as the Valley of the Kings is a place of death, where nothing grows on its scorching cliffs. It is a majestic domain of the Pharaohs who once lay there in great sarcophagi, awaiting immortality.
Transfer to Esna, embarkation on board of LAZULI Dahabiehs, elegant Authentic boats with two Latin sails.
Our first lunch on board, while cruising to El-Hegz.
Dinner and overnight on board.

Day (2): EL KAAB / EDFU / FAWAZA

After Breakfast, sailing to El-Kaab to visit the tombs of the governors of the ancient city, the ruins of the temple where Hathor and Horus used to meet.
Lunch on board during the cruise to Edfu.
Visit of Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. The temple of Horus at Edfu’s the most completely preserved Egyptian temple. One of the last great Egyptian attempts at monument building on a grand scale, the temple dominates the west-bank town, although Edfu’s more modest structures crowd in on its enclosure wall. Modern Edfu, a centre for sugar and pottery is a very friendly place.
Barbecue on Fawaza Island and overnight on board.

Day (3): BASSAW / DJEBEL SILSILA / BESHIR

Lunch while sailing to Djebel Silsila on the west bank of the river is the Speos of Horemheb, a rock-hen chapel dedicated to pharaoh Horemheb (1323-1295BC) and seven deities, including the local god Sobek.

Day (4): KOM OMBO / HERDIAB

Breakfast while sailing to Kom Ombo.
Departure to visit Kom Ombo Temple dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the hawk. The temple is standing on a promontory at a bend in the Nile, where in ancient times sacred crocodiles basked in the sun on the river bank, the temple of Kom Ombo is more precisely the dual temple of Sobek (local crocodile god) and Haroeris. The sandstone temple dates from Ptolemaic times.
Lunch while sailing to Herdiab Village, visit Herdiab village, one of the oldest villages on the Nile, maintaining the authentic ways of farming.
Last Dinner on Herdiab Island and overnight on board.

Day (5): HERDIAB / ASWAN

Breakfast on Herdiab beach, where you can swim if you like.
Lunch while sailing to Aswan.
Visit of Philae temple, Centre for the cult of the goddess Isis. This temple was moved by the UNESCO between 1972 & 1980 to save it from the Nile water. The romantic and majestic aura surrounding the Isis temple complex on the island of Philae has been luring pilgrims for thousands of years. The ruins were one of Egypt’s legendary tourist attractions.
After the visit, transfer to airport or hotel in Aswan.
Morning visit at 07:30am to the Karnak Temple, built over more than a thousand years by generations of Pharaohs. The great “Hypostyle Hall” is an incredible forest of giant pillars, covering an area larger than the whole of Notre Dame Cathedral. It is more than a temple; Karnak is a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, kiosks, pylons and obelisks dedicated to the Theban gods and the greater glory of the pharaohs. Everything here is on a gigantic scale.
Transfer to the west bank, to visit the Valley of the Kings (Main entry only), once called the great place of Truth, the canyon now known as the Valley of the Kings is a place of death, where nothing grows on its scorching cliffs. It is a majestic domain of the Pharaohs who once lay there in great sarcophagi, awaiting immortality.

Day (2): EL HEGZ / EL KAAB / EDFU / FAWAZA

Day (3): FAWAZA / BASSAW / DJEBEL SILSILA / BESHIR

Stop in the small village of Bassaw, deserted by tourism. These places allow a direct contact devoid of all mercantile considerations. (Possibility to try the authentic way, that the ancient Egyptians used for fishing)
Lunch while sailing to Herdiab Village, visit Herdiab village, one of the oldest village on the Nile, maintaining the authentic ways of farming.
Dinner on Herdiab Island and overnight on board.
Enjoy your tea time.
Sound and light show of Philae temple.
Back to the Dahabieh, for the last dinner and overnight on board.

Day (6): ASWAN

Disembarkation at 09:00am, after breakfast.

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The Steam Ship Sudan consists of 18 cabins and 6 suites spread across three levels. Each is customised and named after people related to the history of Egypt or the ship. Interior decorating has been carefully curated in order to reproduce Belle Epoque style.

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On the River Nile: Luxury Hotels & a Cruise on the Steam Ship Sudan

Combine two historic hotels in Luxor and Aswan and sail aboard the Steam Ship Sudan , following in the footsteps of Agatha Christie
Contemplate everyday life along the Nile and explore magnificent sites and unknown temples
Relax on the banks of the Nile in your final destination, the beautiful city of Aswan

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Arrive in Cairo

Your Egyptian adventure begins with a five-hour international flight from London to Cairo. Upon arrival this evening, you’ll be whisked through customs and privately transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.

From Cairo to Luxor

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast in your hotel this morning, before stepping out to discover the city. You’ll have time to wander the historic sites of Cairo or delve into the ancient world at the impressive Egyptian Museum of Cairo. To get a taste of the city’s vibrant atmosphere, the Khan Al-Khalili Bazaar is the place to go. However you choose to spend your morning, after lunch, head back to the hotel before hopping in a private transfer back to Cairo airport for an hour-long domestic flight to Luxor. You’ll receive a warm welcome on arrival from our Concierge and be privately transferred to your hotel, where you'll be able to freshen up and enjoy dinner before hitting the hay.

ALL ABOARD THE STEAM SHIP SUDAN

After waking up in the ancient city of Luxor, you'll head to the Steam Ship Sudan (which incidentally is owned by our parent company, Voyageurs du Monde), where your idyllic adventure on the Nile begins. Get settled in your cabin before enjoying a delicious lunch on board, followed by an afternoon spent discovering the East Bank of Luxor. Visit the Karnak Complex, one of the world's largest sacred monuments, including the temple of the sovereign god of Karnak - Amun - which was built nearly two thousand years ago between the Middle Kingdom and the later Ptolemaic era. Then visit the Temple of Luxor, the most elegant of the Ancient Egyptian buildings built under Amenhotep III. Return to the boat and set sail towards Qena, north of Luxor. This part of the Nile, where few cruise ships go, is lush and picturesque and offers stunning coastal views over which you can enjoy your first Egyptian sunset along the Nile. Tuck into your first dinner aboard the steamship before spending your first night sleeping in true Egyptian luxury.

SAIL PAST ANCIENT CITIES

It’s an early start this morning as you disembark the boat and make the two-hour drive to Abydos. The holy city of Abydos is a city of Osiris, king of the underworld and God of the afterlife and has been drawing visitors since the Ancient Egyptian era. The temple, which dates back to the time of Seti I, is a wonder to admire, with large colourful engravings whose exquisite execution marks the birth of Ramesside art. On the way back to the steamship, stop off at the Dendera Temple and the spectacular Temple of Hathor, goddess of joy and love, protector of women and also nurse to the pharaohs. The remains of the ancient city of Dendera are particularly well preserved and you’ll be able to see intricately decorated chapels, columns topped with cow heads, and terraces and roofs boasting splendid views of the Upper Egypt countryside. Head back to the boat for lunch, before spending a beautiful afternoon sailing back towards Luxor.

VALLEY OF THE KINGS

Another early start this morning, but a truly worthwhile one as you head to the Theban Necropolis – a land of mysteries believed to be the domain of the god Osiris. You’ll be able to visit the Valley of the Kings, where you'll find hypogea (underground tombs) belonging to many pharaohs of the New Empire, as well as the Valley of the Queens where the royal wives are buried, and the Valley of the Nobles. You can also visit the Temple of Ramses III in Medinet-Habu, which is almost entirely preserved and is a perfect example of funeral temples from the Ramesside dynasty. Head back to the steamship for a languid lunch before setting sail for Esna Lock, before continuing onto Edfu under the star-filled sky. Enjoy another delicious dinner on board before heading to bed.

TEMPLES GALORE

This morning you’ll explore the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, his wife Hathor and son Harsomtous and one of the best preserved temples in Egypt. Return to the steamship for lunch on board and sail to Kom Ombo just in time for sunset. In the evening, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, a very special place within Egypt thanks to its dedication to two deities: the god Horus, with the head of a falcon and the god Sobek, with the head of a crocodile. Enjoy dinner on board and an overnight at the quay in Kom Ombo.

GATEWAY TO NUBIA

Today is the day you will set sail for Aswan, the gateway to Nubia. Large sandy banks slowly replace the cultivated lands along the Nile as you enter the area where civilisation once ended. Since the third century, Elephantine Island has been a major trading centre as Nubia (meaning gold in Nubian) boasts rich land, providing Egypt not only with gold but also with soldiers, sought-after timber and precious ivory. In Aswan, you’ll be able to visit the Philae Temple complex, which is a sanctuary to Isis, the goddess of marriage, fertility and medicine who ruled over life, death and the underworld, and one of the most important places in Egypt and Nubia until 550 AD. Enjoy some time exploring Aswan before dinner and the optional ‘Light and Sound’ show in Philae.

Discover Kitchener's Island

Leave the beautiful Steam Ship Sudan behind after breakfast and transfer to your hotel in style on a traditional felucca with a stop at Kitchener’s Island. Named after the former British consul in Egypt, who transformed this desert islet into a lush botanical haven, the island offers stunning views over the western bank of the Nile and the desert beyond. This island and felucca excursion will last around two hours, so you’ll arrive at your hotel for the next couple of nights this afternoon. Located on the banks of the Nile, overlooking Elephantine Island, your historic hotel exudes style and luxury. Relax in the outdoor pool or indulge in afternoon tea, followed by dinner and maybe a cocktail or two.

Explore Aswan

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel while admiring views over the Nile. It’s the final full day of your holiday, so take the reins and explore the historical delights that Aswan has to offer. From sublime amphitheatres and bustling souqs to the Unfinished Obelisk and the Great Mosque, Aswan is brimming with history just waiting to be discovered. After a day soaking in the ancient world, return to your hotel to wine and dine in one of the restaurants. Enjoy the balmy evening as you watch the final Egyptian sunset of your trip and sip a drink on the terrace.

Sadly, your Egyptian adventure comes to an end today. Make sure your bags are packed as it’s time for a private transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Cairo before hopping aboard your international flight back to the UK.

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Salima Nile Cruise

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MS Salima Nile Cruise gives you the opportunity to view the ancient monuments and temples of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Karnak temple and discover a civilization thats over 5,000 years old. Grasp the view of the eternal Nile while enjoying your cruising. The most relaxing panorama on a luxurious ride would account for a vacation you will never forget. Salima luxury cruise leaves you with nothing to worry about. With high class extended facilities and luxurious atmosphere, we promise an unforgetable and remarkable cruise you will be coming back again.

Tour Details

Salima nile cruise facilities, accommodation.

Reception area
Lounge bar & Library located in the main lounge
Restaurant located on the lower deck
Swimming pool, bar on the Sun deck
Boutique and Jeweler shop
Spa center and Massage room
Internet corner located in the Mezzanine deck
Laundry and dry cleaning facilities
Sound proof on all decks
Ultra violet water treatment
Meeting space can be arranged if boat is chartered
Major credit cards are accepted on board

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Air condition, private bath with shower, doctor available 24 hours, salima nile cruise itinerary, 04 days / 03 nights program (every friday), day 01: aswan city tour - aswan on.

Upon arrival to Aswan , you will be met and greet by our English-speaking representative who will transfer you by private A-C van to your fabulous Nile cruise ship. Check in before 12:00 PM. At the beginning you will have your Lunch meal on board. After Lunch, you will be transferred to visit The High Dam , which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile by a motor boat to reach Temple of Philae , which was erected during the Graeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis. At last you will be escorted to visit The Unfinished Obelisk , which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra. After finishing your tour, you will return to your ship. At night, free at leisure on your own in Aswan. [L-D]

Meals Included:

N.B : If your arrival time to Aswan is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as the cruise check in time at 12:00 and we don't want our guest waste their time waiting at the lobby for check in.

Day 02: Kom Ombo - Edfu & ON

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. After that you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to visit one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Kom Ombo , where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch on the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. Afternoon, enjoy chariot riding to Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After finishing your tour, you will be transferred back to your ship. Afternoon, you willmenjoy relaxing on board your ship. Dinner will be served on board. At night Egyptian Folkloric Show party will be operated by staff on board.

Day 03: Luxor West Bank - Luxor ON

Breakfast on the Nile cruise. After that you will start your magical tour in Thebes, the sacred land by exploring the west bank of Luxor including Valley of the Kings , which considers as the royal cemetery of the Theban kings and rulers of ancient Egypt, and the place where our Pharaohs were buried. After that, you will proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari. This temple is considered as one of the most wonderful examples of the Architecture in ancient Egypt, because it was totally carved inside the mountain. At the end of the tour you will visit Colossi of Memnon , which is belonging to king Amenhotep III. After that you will return to your ship to have your lunch. Afternoon, free at leisure. Dinner and overnight on the cruise.

Day 04: Check Out - Luxor East Bank

Check out after breakfast (at 08:00 AM). After that you will enjoy your tour discovering the East Bank of Luxor, including the most wonderful Karnak Temples Complex , which is considered to be the biggest complex construction in the world covering an area of a hundred. Finish your lovely tour in Temple of Luxor , built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty & completed by the well know king Ramses II. After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred by private A-C van to your location in Luxor (where our services will be ended).

05 Days / 04 Nights Program (Every Monday)

Day 01: luxor east bank - luxor on.

Upon arrival at Luxor airport or station, our representative will transfer you to your Nile Cruise by a private A/C van. Embarkation before 12:00 PM. Afternoon, you will discover the East bank of Luxor including Karnak Temples Complex , which are the largest structures ever build in the history of the mankind. The principal building is that of god Amun Ra, since it was considered the house of god on the earth, the earlier structure date back to the middle kingdom, but there are some references which refer to the earlier buildings as old as the 3rd dynasty. Later on, you will proceed to visit Temple of Luxor , which was built by one of the kings of the 12th dynasty and completed by the well know king Ramses II. This temple was located in the heart of ancient Thebes and, like Karnak, was dedicated to the main/chief god Amun Re. After finishing your day tour, you will be transferred back to your ship for rest and refresh. At night, Egyptian folkloric show will be operated by the staff. Dinner will be served and overnight in Luxor. (L-D) N.B: If your arrival time to Luxor is so early, so we will start the tour direct upon arrival as the cruise check in time at 12:00 and we don't want our guest waste their time waiting at the lobby for check in.

Day 02: Luxor West Bank - Sail to Edfu & ON

Day 03: edfu - kom ombo - sail to aswan & on.

Breakfast on board your Nile cruise. Then your tour guide will take you in a mysterious journey to land of secrets. This guided tour of today begins by visiting one of the most wonderful temples in Egypt, Temple of Horus in Edfu, which is considered to be one of the most well preserved temples in Egypt. After that, you will revert back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board during sailing to the city of Kom Ombo.

Afternoon, you will proceed to explore Temple of Kom Ombo, where the two gods Sobek & Haroeris were worshipped for a while. Get back to your ship and enjoy your lunch.

Enjoy the sun deck, watching the unique landscape of the great river Nile. On its banks the ancient Egyptian civilization has been created and flourished.

Dinner meal will be served on board during sailing to the city of Aswan. Late evening arrive to Aswan and overnight.

Day 04: Aswan City Tour - Aswan ON

Breakfast will be served on board your ship. Later on, you will join your Egyptologist tour guide to discover the great city of Aswan, including The High Dam , which has been erected by the Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser in 1960 AD to protect Egypt from the Nile flood. After that you will enjoy sailing on the Nile River by a motor boat till reach Agilika Island, where you will visit Temple of Philae , which was erected during the Gaeco-Roman period and was dedicated to goddess Isis (mother of god Horus). Finally you will be escorted to visit one of the marvelous sightseeing in Aswan, The Unfinished Obelisk , which was made out of red granite and was dedicated to god Amun Ra. After finishing your day tour, you will get back to your ship. Lunch will be served on board. Afternoon tea will be served on board. At night free at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Day 05: Disembarkation from cruise - Departure to Cairo

Check out after breakfast. Then our representative will accompany you to Aswan airport - station to take your flight to Cairo (Breakfast) **

Optional Tour: Excursion to Abu Simble temples either by private coach or by domestic flight: you will be met with our English-speaking tour guide in Aswan who will transfer you by private A-C van to Abu Simbel, lies south of Aswan on the western bank of the Nile, 180 miles south of the First Cataract in what was Nubia. The site was known as Meha in ancient times and was first documented in the 18th Dynasty, when Ay and Horemheb had rock-cut chapels hewn in the hills to the south. Upon arrival, you will proceed to visit Abu Simbel Temples, which were built by the well-known king Ramses II. The biggest temple was called as the Great temple. It was built by Ramesses II and being dedicated to the famous god Rahorakhty. While the smaller temple and it was dedicated to king Ramesses II himself and his beautiful wife queen Nefertari. After finishing your day tour, you will drive back toward Aswan. Arrive Aswan and be transferred by private A-C van to your chosen hotel there for check in, rest and refresh or transfer to Aswan airport to catch your domestic flight to Cairo.

What's Included

04 or 03 nights’ accommodation on board the Nile cruises based on FB basis.
Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
Assistance of our personnel during your stay and excursions
All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle private
All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary private
Entrance fees to all sights in and between Luxor and Aswan
English-speaking tour guide during your excursions on the Cruise (group size is 1 - 8 maximum)
Complementary 01 bottle of water per day per person
All transfers by A-C vehicles with qualified driver (s).
All service charges and taxes

Not Included

Any Extra meals and beverages.
All personal expenses like laundry etc.
Tipping to Guide, Driver, etc.
Any Optional tours may require.

Salima Nile Cruise Prices:

3 nights 4 days may to august from : $ 540, triple cabin.

per adult in a triple share cabin

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per adult in a double share cabin

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per adult in a single share cabin

3 Nights 4 Days September to April From : $ 690

4 nights 5 days may to august from : $ 634, 4 nights 5 days september to april from : $ 834.

Prices Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Children Policy 0 - 05.99 Free of Charge 6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

Notes : Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)

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Karma Karnak Bookings Are Now Open!

Our exciting new acquisition Karma Karnak – a River Nile cruise vessel sailing between Luxor and Aswan – is now ready to take bookings and will set sail on September 29th 2022.

The escapade has been specially curated to include extra-ordinary excursions, including Valley of the Kings, Temple of Komombo and much more! Not to mention the onboard itinerary of discos, themed dinners, galas & shows – to name a few.

Our four-night itinerary begins in Luxor and sails up the Nile to Aswan; then back down the river for three nights to Luxor. Or, if you want to journey for seven nights, you can pick either return route!

The interest in Karma Karnak has been tremendous and we thank our Members for their excitement – due to the very high demand, we strongly recommend that you reserve your spot as soon as possible to avoid any disappointments with your preferred dates and cabin type.

Once your booking is confirmed, we can then assist with flight recommendations and the additions of tour/activity packages and accommodations in Cairo, Aswan and Luxor – Which we are eagerly planning behind the scenes.

Kindly complete the Booking Form below and one of our Karma Club Concierges will contact you shortly to finalise the booking.

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This package can be booked as a whole for US$220 for adults, for children under 11 years old the price is discounted to US$110.

The Points plus Pay offer includes all onboard food & water during meals.

Cabin – 26 points per night / 132 points per week + US$15 per day per adult / US$7.50 per day per child (5 -12yrs).

Suite – 29 points per night / 147 points per week + US$15 per day per adult / US$7.50 per day per child (5 – 12yrs).

Occupancy & booking options are based on age categories: Please note children under 5 are free of charge, and anyone over the age of 12 is considered an adult.

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Enjoy your cruise down the Nile with the MS Premium. The ship offers stylish and comfortable suites, an elegant dining room, a spacious sundeck and swimming pool and other amenities. Live the magic of the past and explore the wonders of the Nile by visiting Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the High Dam, Philae Temple and Unfinished Obelisk, Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples.

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Length: 72M - Width: 14.2M Height: 11.5M - Draft: 1.5M Number of Decks : 05 Decks 56 Luxury Cabins, fully furnished (21.5 square meters) 2 Ambassador Suites With Private Balcony in 3rd deck (30 square meters) 2 Presidential Suites in 4th deck (34 square meters) Restaurant, Cocktail lounge and bars

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Title : Active carbons as nanoporous materials for solving of environmental problems

However, up to now, the main carriers of catalytic additives have been mineral sorbents: silica gels, alumogels. This is obviously due to the fact that they consist of pure homogeneous components SiO2 and Al2O3, respectively. It is generally known that impurities, especially the ash elements, are catalytic poisons that reduce the effectiveness of the catalyst. Therefore, carbon sorbents with 5-15% by weight of ash elements in their composition are not used in the above mentioned technologies. However, in such an important field as a gas-mask technique, carbon sorbents (active carbons) are carriers of catalytic additives, providing effective protection of a person against any types of potent poisonous substances (PPS). In ESPE “JSC "Neorganika" there has been developed the technology of unique ashless spherical carbon carrier-catalysts by the method of liquid forming of furfural copolymers with subsequent gas-vapor activation, brand PAC. Active carbons PAC have 100% qualitative characteristics of the three main properties of carbon sorbents: strength - 100%, the proportion of sorbing pores in the pore space – 100%, purity - 100% (ash content is close to zero). A particularly outstanding feature of active PAC carbons is their uniquely high mechanical compressive strength of 740 ± 40 MPa, which is 3-7 times larger than that of such materials as granite, quartzite, electric coal, and is comparable to the value for cast iron - 400-1000 MPa. This allows the PAC to operate under severe conditions in moving and fluidized beds. Obviously, it is time to actively develop catalysts based on PAC sorbents for oil refining, petrochemicals, gas processing and various technologies of organic synthesis.

Victor M. Mukhin was born in 1946 in the town of Orsk, Russia. In 1970 he graduated the Technological Institute in Leningrad. Victor M. Mukhin was directed to work to the scientific-industrial organization "Neorganika" (Elektrostal, Moscow region) where he is working during 47 years, at present as the head of the laboratory of carbon sorbents. Victor M. Mukhin defended a Ph. D. thesis and a doctoral thesis at the Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia (in 1979 and 1997 accordingly). Professor of Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology of Russia. Scientific interests: production, investigation and application of active carbons, technological and ecological carbon-adsorptive processes, environmental protection, production of ecologically clean food.

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On Location: How 'Death on the Nile' Built a To-Scale River Cruise Ship
February 11, 2022. 20th Century Studios. Back when it was first published in 1937, Agatha Christie's Death on the Nile, which follows mustachioed detective Hercule Poirot on a mystery-filled ...
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Steam Ship Sudan Nile River Cruise Itinerary. Most Nile River cruises start in Luxor and cruise to Aswan or vice versa. We had no preference, but due to the ship's scheduling, we boarded in Luxor and cruised for six nights/five days to Aswan. ... Karnak Temple. Passengers begin to board the Steam Ship Sudan from 10 am onward. Lunch is served ...
Agatha Christie Nile Cruise Tour
The Steam Ship Sudan, or SS Sudan, is an old steamer Nile cruise ship that was built for King Fouad in 1885. A few years before this, the legendary entrepreneur Thomas Cook acquires a permit for tourist Nile sailing. He then accepts eager tourists aboard his first Nile Cruise for Egyptian tourism in 1876.
Karma Karnak
An enchanting Nile adventure awaits you, with Karma Group's first river cruise experience - Karma Karnak. Your Egyptian encounter begins in Luxor, sailing up the Nile for four nights to Aswan, then back down the river for three nights to Luxor. The specially-curated itinerary, onboard Karma Karnak and on dry land along the Nile's banks ...
S. S. Karnak
The Karnak as seen in the 1978 Ustinov adaptation. The actual boat was the Memnon but a view from the stern quarter such as this is likely to have been that of the replica built on the sound stage at Pinewood Studios. Anything with the bow section would have to be on location with the actual boat. In the novel Death on the Nile, S. S. Karnak is a steamer travelling on the river Nile in Egypt.
Karma Karnak, Luxor, Egypt
An enchanting Nile adventure awaits you, with Karma Group's first river cruise experience - Karma Karnak. Your Egyptian encounter begins in Luxor, sailing up the Nile for four nights to Aswan, then back down the river for three nights to Luxor. The specially-curated itinerary, onboard Karma Karnak and on dry land along the Nile's banks ...
A Cruise With Agatha Christie on Her Steamship in Death on the Nile
However, it was the journey she made in 1931 onboard the SS Sudan with Max to an archaeological mission in Aswan that would be the most poignant, as the inspiration for her 1937 novel, Death on the Nile. Guests onboard the SS Sudan. The 236-feet-long SS Sudan launched in 1915. She was designed to carry 80 passengers in 40 luxury cabins and ...
Cruising the Nile aboard Agatha Christie's original steamer
The SS Sudan has 24 guest cabins; Original Travel also offer Nile cruises aboard the seven-cabin La Flaneuse du Nil, from £4,800 per person Find out about our latest stories first — follow ...
Cruise the ancient Nile River with Karma Karnak
The International Karma Group has made its first Egyptian acquisition with Karma Karnak, a cruise ship set to the ancient Nile River. The elegantly styled 55-cabin boat offers guests the chance to immerse themselves at the historic heart of the African nation and its gathering of world-famous landmarks from The Valley of the Kings, to the Temples of Karnak and Luxor, and the tomb of ...
Amadahlia
On a Nile River cruise in Africa with AmaWaterways, you'll explore the tombs of kings in the pyramids and live like a king onboard a luxurious river vessel. Luxor, on the Eastern bank of the Nile River, is renowned for ancient Egyptian sites, namely the Valley of the Kings, Luxor & Karnak Temples. Amadahlia - Passenger Capacity: 72 (double ...
Cruise the Ancient Nile River with Karma Karnak
The luxury 55-cabin cruise ship is the acclaimed Karma Group's first Egyptian offering. The International Karma Group has made its first Egyptian acquisition with Karma Karnak, a cruise ship set to the ancient Nile River. The elegantly styled 55-cabin boat offers guests the chance to immerse themselves at the historic heart of the African ...
MS Nile Style
Enjoy your cruise down the Nile with the MS Style. The ship offers stylish and comfortable suites, an elegant dining room, a spacious sundeck and swimming pool and other amenities. Live the magic of the past and explore the wonders of the Nile by visiting Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the High Dam ...
Lazuli Karnak Dahabiya
Day (6): ASWAN. Disembarkation at 09:00am, after breakfast. Embark on a remarkable vacation experience aboard the Lazuli Karnak Dahabiya. Cruise along the Nile aboard the Lazuli Karnak Dahabiya, ranked among the top Dahabiya Nile Cruises, and immerse yourself in the genuine essence of Egypt in a unique manner.
Luxury Nile Cruise aboard the Steam Ship Sudan
Cabins & suites. The Steam Ship Sudan consists of 18 cabins and 6 suites spread across three levels. Each is customised and named after people related to the history of Egypt or the ship. Interior decorating has been carefully curated in order to reproduce Belle Epoque style. Read more.
Luxury Cruise on the Nile
Travelling along the Nile is, in our opinion, a rite of passage. This ten-day Egypt adventure begins in Cairo, before heading to Luxor for a day spent exploring the ancient Temple of Luxor and Karnak Complex. You'll then hop aboard the stunning Steam Ship Sudan, just as Agatha Christie once did. Here is where your true Egyptian experience begins.
Salima Nile Cruise
Description. MS Salima Nile Cruise gives you the opportunity to view the ancient monuments and temples of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Karnak temple and discover a civilization thats over 5,000 years old. Grasp the view of the eternal Nile while enjoying your cruising. The most relaxing panorama on a luxurious ride would account for a ...
Karma Karnak Bookings Are Now Open!
Karma Karnak Bookings Are Now Open! Our exciting new acquisition Karma Karnak - a River Nile cruise vessel sailing between Luxor and Aswan - is now ready to take bookings and will set sail on September 29th 2022. The escapade has been specially curated to include extra-ordinary excursions, including Valley of the Kings, Temple of Komombo ...
Egypt Treasures & 5-Star Nile Cruise
About the tour. Discover the secrets of the great Pharaohs, exploring the ancient cities of Cairo, Alexandria and Luxor, then enjoy a cruise along the Nile to experience Egypt's great temples, sacred monuments and archaeological treasures. View Dates & Pricing. Call to book 01904 521 936. Enquire about this tour.
MS Nile Premium
Enjoy your cruise down the Nile with the MS Premium. The ship offers stylish and comfortable suites, an elegant dining room, a spacious sundeck and swimming pool and other amenities. Live the magic of the past and explore the wonders of the Nile by visiting Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the High ...
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