The first ship to sail Lake Nasser, the Eugenie launched a new era of tourism, offering travellers fresh vistas of Egypt’s natural beauty and archaeological treasures. Lake Nasser extended the boundaries of Egypt’s tourist possibilities, while the Eugenie reminds us of this ancient country’s endless capacity for renewal. The Eugenie was proudly named to evoke an historic event in Egypt’s recent past: the grand opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, attended by the crown heads of Europe including the Empress Eugenie of France. The completion of the Suez Canal marked Egypt’s passage into modernity, and a new era of international trade and interaction. The Eugenie was constructed in the style of a turn-of-the-century Nile steamship. Each of the 52 fully air-conditioned cabins are tastefully furnished with en suite facilities. Amenities include a lounge and bar area, small swimming pool, Jacuzzi and health club facility for sauna, restaurant and sundeck.