Oberoi Philae Cruise

The Oberoi Philae is pure floating luxury. The level of opulence on this Nile Cruise ship is unlike anything you have experienced before, taking cruising the River Nile to another level. On board, guests can enjoy a large outdoor pool and sundeck, a 24 hour fitness centre and a spa offering exclusive Oberoi treatments. The elegant main restaurant serves exquisite cuisine from around the world, a poolside restaurant offers panoramic views and serves barbeque and light meals for lunch and the sophisticated bar and cigar lounge. With just 24 luxurious cabins that are more akin to boutique hotel rooms, this graceful ship provides an ideal and romantic opportunity to experience Egypt’s glorious River Nile in ultimate style.

Cruise Highlights:

  • Gourmet à la carte dining service
  • Spa centre
  • Cigar Lounge
  • 18 Luxurious Cabins & 4 Suites
  • Super Plush Interiors

  • Guide Price:

  • £2,099 Per Person
  • Price Based On: 2 adults sharing a Luxury Cabin on Full Board, with return flights from London Heathrow, return private taxi transfers, 20kg baggage. See More

  • Duration:

  • 7 Days, 6 Nights
    Other duration's are also available. Please call for further information.

  • Board Basis:

  • Full Board

  • Star Rating:

  • 5 star

  • Cruise Type:

  • River Cruise

  • # of Cabins:

  • 18 Superior Cabins, 4 Luxury Suites

  • Start / Finish:

  • Luxor to Aswan

  • Departures:

  • This cruise departs on set dates depending on the route.
    (Subject to availability)

  • Optional Extras:

  • - Hot Air Balloon Ride (approx £120pp)
    - Abu Simbel by Road (approx £165pp)
    - Abu Simbel by Air (approx £349pp)

What's Included:

  • Itinerary:
  • Sample 6 Night Nile Cruise ItineraryView Full Itinerary

  • Meals Included:
  • 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches and 6 Dinners starting with dinner on check in day and ends breakfast check out day

  • Guide:
  • English speaking Egyptologist included

  • Excursions:
  • All excursions are included as per cruise itinerary below. (Except optional extras).

  • Entrance Fees:
  • Enrance Fees included as per cruise itinerary below

  • Assistance:
  • On-board 24 hour assistance available

  • Vehicles:
  • Minivan or coach depending on group size

  • Flights:
  • Return flights from your chosen UK airport with 20kg baggage allowance

  • Transfers:
  • Private transfer to/from airport on arrival and departure

  • ATOL:
  • ATOL Protection


What's Not Included:

  • Tips:
  • Tips for guides and crew

  • VISA Fees:
  • VISA Fees - $25pp

Note: * It may be necessary to amend the itinerary due to prevailing local circumstances. We will endeavour to provide you with as much notice as possible. As so many sites are visited, a Nile Cruise may not be suitable for the very elderly, people with walking difficulties or children. Please note that some excursions may take place very early in the morning. Optional excursions shown may be available to pre-book, and where a tour is capacity controlled and participants are limited it may be advisable to do so. All tours/activities/excursions are operated by local, independent suppliers and your contract will not be with us, but with them, subject to their terms and conditions. When booked locally we are not responsible for the availability, operation, or any risks that may be involved with these tours/activities/excursions.

Full Itinerary

Embarkation in Luxor - Quina

Day 1 | Wednesday

Morning embarkation in Luxor. Enjoy lunch on-board with free time and then sail to Quina to visit the temple of Dendera. In the afternoon there is tea at the club lounge. Have dinner on-board in the evening. Overnight in Quina.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Quina - Luxor Museum - Luxor

Day 2 | Thursday

After breakfast visit the Temple of Abydos. Sail to Luxor and enjoy tea at the club lounge in the afternoon before visiting the Luxor Museum. Dinner in the evening. Overnight in Luxor.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Luxor & Karnak Temple

Day 3 | Friday

Enjoy the morning at leisure taking breakfast and lunch on-board. In the afternoon visit the Luxor and Karnak Temples. Following this, enjoy an afternoon tea and early evening cocktail reception before dinner. Dinner served on-board. Overnight in Luxor.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

West Bank - Esna

Day 4 | Saturday

After an early breakfast visit the West Bank’s Valley of the Kings and the colossus of Memnon. Continue on to Esna whilst taking lunch and afternoon tea on-board. Dinner is served in the evening. Overnight in Esna.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Edfu - Kom Ombo - Aswan

Day 5 | Sunday

Set sail for Edfu. After breakfast visit the Temple of Edfu and then continue sailing to Kom Ombo. Take lunch and afternoon tea on-board with spa time. Early evening visit to the Temple of Kom Ombo followed by dinner on-board. Overnight in Kom Ombo.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Philae Temple - Aswan

Day 6 | Monday

Early sail to Aswan. After breakfast visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. Take lunch on-board with spa time and then visit the Nubian museum. Afternoon tea followed by evening dinner. Overnight in Aswan.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Aswan (Disembark)

Day 7 | Tuesday

Enjoy your final breakfast on-board before disembarkation. You will then be transferred to the airport or to a hotel if you have booked an extended stay.


  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
Note: * It may be necessary to amend the itinerary due to prevailing local circumstances. We will endeavour to provide you with as much notice as possible. As so many sites are visited, a Nile Cruise may not be suitable for the very elderly, people with walking difficulties or children. Please note that some excursions may take place very early in the morning. Optional excursions shown may be available to pre-book, and where a tour is capacity controlled and participants are limited it may be advisable to do so. All tours/activities/excursions are operated by local, independent suppliers and your contract will not be with us, but with them, subject to their terms and conditions. When booked locally we are not responsible for the availability, operation, or any risks that may be involved with these tours/activities/excursions.

Cabins:

18 Luxury air-conditioned cabins with en- suite bathroom and 4 Luxury Suites, offering a large panoramic window, LCD Satelite TV, DVD player, Mini bar, Wireless Internet access, Coffee machine and Safe. The 4 Luxury Suites additionally feature a separate living room; two of the suites feature an outdoor jacuzzi and private terrace.


Cuisine:

On-board international gourmet dining with daily menus & à la carte service.

Cigar lounge


Entertainment:

Swimming Pool

Gym

Library


Leisure Facilities:

Sun Deck

A swimming pool and sun deck with loungers allow for relaxation

Massage (pay locally)


Special Facilities:

Spa with 4 massage suites, each featuring a private shower and steam room and offering rejuvenating treatments complemented by the finest natural products (pay locally)


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