Steigenberger Omar El Khayam – Cabins & Onboard Facilities
Cabins & Suites
The Steigenberger Omar El Khayam, operated by Nicko Cruises, sails on Lake Nasser rather than the Nile. It carries 76 outside staterooms, every one with a private balcony and floor-to-ceiling sliding windows: 4 Royal Suites and 4 Grand Suites up to 70 square metres, plus 24 Category A and 44 Category B balcony cabins from about 24 square metres, spread across decks 2 through 5. Each cabin has bedding, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar and WiFi.
Onboard Facilities
- 76 outside staterooms, all with private balconies
- Royal and Grand Suites up to 70m²
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding windows in every cabin
- Accommodations across decks 2 through 5
Lake Nasser Itinerary
The Steigenberger Omar El Khayam sails a 7-night or 4-night cruise from Aswan every Monday, and a 3-night cruise from Abu Simbel every Friday, reaching the Abu Simbel temples and other archaeological sites accessible only from Lake Nasser.
Why Choose the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam
Travellers who want a private balcony in every cabin, including suites up to 70 square metres, and direct access to Abu Simbel find the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam a spacious way to explore Lake Nasser.
Book Your Lake Nasser Cruise
Contact Egypt Nile Cruise Hub to check availability for the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam and to plan your Abu Simbel and Lake Nasser sightseeing.
Steigenberger Omar El Khayam – Frequently Asked Questions
The Steigenberger Omar El Khayam, operated by Nicko Cruises, sails on Lake Nasser between Abu Simbel and Aswan, distinct from the classic Luxor–Aswan Nile route.
The ship has 76 outside staterooms, all with private balconies: 4 Royal Suites and 4 Grand Suites up to 70 square metres, plus 24 Category A and 44 Category B balcony cabins from about 24 square metres, spread across decks 2 through 5.
The ship sails a 7-night or 4-night cruise from Aswan every Monday, and a 3-night cruise from Abu Simbel every Friday, giving access to the Abu Simbel temples and other Lake Nasser archaeological sites.
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Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Overview
The Steigenberger Omar El Khayam is a Nicko Cruises Lake Nasser ship with 76 balconied staterooms including suites up to 70m², sailing between Aswan and Abu Simbel.
Steigenberger Omar El Khayam facilities
- 76 outside staterooms, every one with a private balcony
- Royal and Grand Suites up to 70m²
- Lake Nasser cruise reaching Abu Simbel
- 7-night, 4-night or 3-night itinerary options
