Lake Nasser or the High Dam Lake is the largest artificial lake in the world, and more than two-thirds of its area is located in southern Egypt where the city of Aswan is. As for the rest of the lake area, it is located in northern Sudan for 550 KM.
And it was named Lake Nasser after the late President Gamal Abdel Nasser, after the lake was formed as a result of the water blockage behind the High Dam, which continued to be built from 1965 to 1970, and other names such as: "Lake of the High Dam" and "Lake Nubia" are called.
The Lake cruise journeys started after survive the archaeological temples and pharaonic cemeteries between Aswan and Abu Ismael from drowning in Lake Nasser.
In the beginning of 1980, the first Lake Nasser Cruise between Aswan and Abu Simbel began to discover the treasures and monuments of Nubia in Lake Nasser.
Lake Nasser cruises now are cruises of the highest level of comfort and luxury, so expect a completely different atmosphere from those you have experienced on regular Nile cruises. Only a few Cuises are permitted to sail in the lake, and the boats are stunningly designed with touches of modernity or the elegance of Art Deco. Boats usually include a swimming pool, gym, hammam, jacuzzi, gourmet bar and restaurant, while guests enjoy full entertainment like classic music in front of Abu Simbel temples.
You can explore the Kalabsha Temple, an ancient Egyptian temple dedicated to the god Manudlis, which was rebuilt in the Greco-Roman era, the Temple of the Viceroy House and the Kirtassi Kiosk.
On the second and third day, you can sail to Wadi Sebu and visit Wadi Sebu Temple, Al-Dur Temple and the Tomb of Peanut.
On the fourth day, you will sail to Abu Simbel to enjoy a show of sound and light, followed by a candlelight dinner.
The tour will continue with the majestic sunrise scene at Abu Simbel Temple. Don't forget to book your cruise in advance with aton tours