Location/Site
Operating 7 nights Nile cruises
out of Aswan.
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Boat offers
This historic vessel was
originally used by King Fouad I of Egypt and later on by his son King Farouk.
Later on S/S Karim hosted late Presidents Gamal Abd El Nasser and Anwar El
Sadat with wife Gehan. Still powered today by its original 1917 steam engine
and stern quarter wheel paddles the S/S Karim today combines the comfort of the
modern era with the grandeur of the bygone past. 12 double/twin and 3
"royal'" cabins sized between 15 and 20 sqm, all over-viewing the
Nile, individually adjustable air conditioning, mini-bar, Sat-TV (when boat is
docked), internal telephone, prefab. bathroom unit with shower/WC.
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Facilities
The boat is decorated in a period
style with many subtle reminders of the distinguished past. 24-hour reception
desk with safe box and Forex service. Cozy lounge bar and library. Lounge.
Lower sun terrace provides a shaded area and the upper deck has sun loungers, a
Jacuzzi pool and is home for the ship's steam funnel with original working
ship's steam whistle.
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Outlets
With 32 covers the elegant dining
room allows for dining in one sitting and provides an intimate setting
(international as well as national and‘ local dishes). Lounge and sun deck
bar.
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Technical
Data
Length: 48 m; width 15 m; draught
1.4 m.
(Waste) water purification system,
fire-proof and sound proof walls and ceilings.
Approved by the American Bureau of
Shipping.
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