The Movenpick MS Hamees Nile Cruise is a luxury way to see Luxor and Aswan in three or four nights, with every visit made privately with your own Egyptologist guide. You choose the direction: four nights from Luxor to Aswan, starting every Monday, or three nights from Aswan to Luxor, starting every Friday. In Luxor the ship uses its own private dock in the Al Bughdadi area, about 15 km south of Luxor airport.
The four night cruise begins in Luxor with Karnak and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon on the West Bank before the ship sails south. Edfu and Kom Ombo follow, and the last full day is spent in Aswan at the High Dam and Philae Temple. With a free afternoon of sailing built in, it suits travellers who want time to relax between visits.
The three night cruise is the shorter option. You embark in Aswan and see the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk on the first day. The ship sails early the next morning for Kom Ombo and Edfu, then continues via Esna to Luxor, and your third day covers both banks: the Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then Karnak and Luxor Temple. It suits travellers with less time who still want the main sights of both cities.
On both trips, your private Egyptologist guide accompanies your group on every visit and answers your questions. That is the reason to choose the Hamees: private guiding ashore, and a Movenpick ship with suites, a sundeck pool and a full board restaurant to return to between visits.
The standard rooms are the Superior Cabins on the main deck. Each has air conditioning, twin beds or a king bed, a private bathroom with a bathtub, bathrobe and slippers, a hair dryer, a minibar, a safe, a 43 inch smart TV and free WiFi, plus an espresso machine and a tea and coffee tray refilled every day. Tell us when you book which bed arrangement you prefer.
The six suites are the step up. The Junior Suite on the main deck has 36.7 sqm, the Deluxe Suite on the upper deck 37.7 sqm and the Executive Suite on the top deck 43.4 sqm, the largest on board. Every suite adds a separate seating area, a second TV, two bathrooms, smart controls for the lights, air conditioning and curtains, a private MiFi device and a soft minibar. With only six on the ship, ask for a suite when you first enquire.
Meals are full board in the restaurant as an open buffet, with one set menu dinner and one barbecue on the sundeck during each cruise. Drinks are extra, at meals and at the bars. The sundeck has a swimming pool and its own bar, and inside there is a lounge bar, a mini gym, a reading and play room and a meeting room. The entertainment includes a welcome cocktail, an oriental show, a galabeya party and a daily DJ, so pack or buy a galabeya if you would like to join in.
Seasonal Nile Cruise rates with private guided tours included.
Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip, except during Christmas, New Year, and Easter holiday periods.
Note: Child rates apply to children sharing a room with their parents. Maximum one child per room.
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We had a fully organized two-week Egypt itinerary with Nile Empire, and the experience was completely faultless from start to finish. Every part of the journey was carefully arranged, and we were guided and assisted throughout the entire trip. The Egyptologist guides were excellent, informative, and professional, and everything throughout the itinerary ran smoothly and on time. Highly recommended for anyone planning a trip to Egypt.
We recently completed an unforgettable Egypt trip organized by Nile Empire, and the entire experience was handled with professionalism and excellent attention to detail from start to finish. The itinerary between Cairo, Abu Simbel, Luxor, and the Nile cruise was perfectly coordinated, with quality hotels, punctual transfers, and continuous support throughout the journey. We especially appreciated how responsive and attentive the team remained during the entire stay. Our guides in Cairo and Upper Egypt were both knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about Egyptian history, making every visit more enjoyable and meaningful. We highly recommend Nile Empire for travelers looking for a well-organized and professionally managed Egypt experience.
From the moment we arrived in Egypt until the day we left, Nile Empire made every part of our journey feel special and unforgettable. The team went above and beyond to ensure we felt comfortable, safe, and genuinely cared for throughout the trip. During our 7-day Egypt tour, everything was smoothly organized between Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, and the Nile cruise. A special thank you to Soliman and Rami for their exceptional attention to detail and for making my birthday celebration truly memorable throughout the journey. The experience felt personal, warm, and professionally managed from start to finish. We would absolutely recommend Nile Empire to anyone planning a trip to Egypt.
We booked our Egypt trip with Nile Empire based on a recommendation, and now we are happy to recommend them ourselves. From the initial planning stage until our final day in Egypt, everything was handled with professionalism, flexibility, and genuine care. The itinerary was carefully customized around our requests, including experiences like a hot air balloon ride in Luxor and scuba diving in Hurghada. Our guides and drivers were knowledgeable, friendly, and always supportive throughout the trip. Every part of the journey felt smooth, organized, and memorable thanks to Soliman and the Nile Empire team. A fantastic choice for travelers looking for a personalized Egypt experience.
Our Egypt trip with Nile Empire felt like much more than just a holiday — it was a fully personalized experience from start to finish. Everything was thoughtfully customized around our preferences, making the journey feel smooth, comfortable, and genuinely special. The accommodations, transportation, and daily planning were all very well organized, and it was clear that a lot of attention went into every detail. We especially appreciated the support throughout the trip and the flexibility of the private tours. A special thank you to our Cairo driver, our wonderful guide Mariam, and to Soliman and Rami for organizing such a memorable Egypt experience.
Our experience with Nile Empire was excellent from start to finish. Soliman helped us redesign our Egypt trip on very short notice and customized everything around our schedule, including internal flights, hotels, and a Nile cruise. We loved that all sightseeing tours were private, giving us flexibility throughout the trip. The guides, drivers, and overall organization were outstanding, and we never had to worry about anything during our stay in Egypt. The Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor was one of the highlights of our trip, and the additional tours to Abu Simbel, Dendera, and the Nubian Village made the experience even more special. We highly recommend Nile Empire for anyone looking for a reliable and professionally organized Egypt tour.
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