Kasr Ibrim
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Kasr Ibrim is an Art Deco masterpiece, recreating the indolent feel of a 1920s paddle steamer, the perfect vessel for a cruise where the journey is as important as the destination. Carved wooden furniture, cream decor and period fittings complement a large sundeck and private balconies in each cabin. These touches are important, as there is plenty of time to relax and watch the scenery go by, in contrast to the more hectic itineraries of a Nile cruise. The four-night southbound cruise is the best, as it climaxes with a wonderful waterborne approach to Abu Simbel.