The Egyptian-themed luxury cruise vessel Nefertiti, which had won the hearts of hundreds of travellers, is all set to resume service after a hiatus induced by the second wave of COVID-19 pandemic. The sunset cruise will give you an opportunity to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Arabian Sea and relish the on-board world-class facilities.
Nefertiti marketing manager Karthik Menon has informed that the reservations had started as the first cruise of the season is on September 18. The opulent vessel of Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation (KSINC) is also running services on September 26 and October 2, and tickets for the trips should be pre-booked. The ticket rates for adults and children (between five and 10 years of age) are Rs 1,999 and Rs 499 respectively. Visit www.nefertiticruise.com or call 9744601234, 9846211144 for booking and more information. The cruise will be conducted adhering to COVID protocol and bookings for on-board conferences, wedding parties and get-togethers have also restarted. The earlier short voyages of Nefertiti were a big hit.
The vessel is named after Nefertiti, the powerful and beautiful queen of ancient Egypt. She was the wife of pharaoh Ankethan who ruled Egypt from 1370 to 1330 BC. History has it that Ankethan considered Nefertiti as his equal and named her co-regent. The royal couple was instrumental in creating the idea of ‘Athen, whereby the Sun is considered as god, and promoting Egyptian art. It is noteworthy that the fame of Nefertiti is spread across the world.
It was a great novelty for Keralites that a cruise vessel was modeled after an Egyptian theme and the passenger ship had exquisite designs and exemplary interiors that mirror the rich Egyptian heritage.
Delectable spread
The sweeping air conditioned restaurant on the ship serves mouthwatering Mediterranean dishes that can blow you away. The vessel also boasts of 3D theatre, lounge bar, open sun deck, children’s play room and banquet hall, among others.
What’s in store
The various packages offered by Nefertiti include the four-hour sunset cruise including one-hour complimentary cruise, five-hour long event cruise, three-hour short duration trip and non-cruise mode banquet booking. The packages could be tweaked according to travellers’ preferences.
Package details:
Sunset cruise
For adults: Rs 1,999
For children (5-10 years): Rs 499
Free ride for children below 5 years
Three-hour cruise with one additional hour of complimentary cruise
Can be part of entertainment programmes and entry to children’s play room, 3D theatre and open sun deck
Sumptuous buffet and access to lounge bar
Five-hour event cruise
Ideal for wedding parties, birthday parties, conferences and get-togethers
Package for 125 people
Air conditioned hall and stage oozing with Egyptian theme has disco lights and projector
Participation in entertainment programmes and access to children’s play room, 3D theatre and open sun deck
Exhaustive buffet and entry to lounge bar
(Food, time duration and entertainment events can be changed according to passengers’ interests.)
Three-hour short duration trip
Package for 125 people
Air conditioned hall and stage replete with Egyptian theme has disco lights and projector
Participation in entertainment programmes and access to children’s play room, 3D theatre and open sun deck
Exhaustive buffet and entry to lounge bar
(Food, time duration and entertainment events can be changed according to passengers’ interests.)
Banquet booking (non-cruise mode)
This package is suited for weddings, birthday parties, conferences and gatherings, among others. A hall that can accommodate 200 people and the expansive restaurant area could be booked under this package.
