Movenpick SS Misr

General Info

Explore the treasures of ancient Egypt in luxury and historic beauty aboard the SS Misr by Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts. The SS Misr, originally built by the British Royal Navy in 1918 and then converted into a luxury Nile steamer for King Farouk, is a true time capsule that rekindles nostalgia for a bygone era, complete with true luxury accommodation, cuisine, and service.

 

Features

SS Misr Movenpick Cruise features 16 cabins and eight suites, complemented by an elegant bar and lounge, dining options, and an expansive sun deck with a swimming pool.

Technical Specifications

• Length 63 m - Width 13.8 m - Height 11.75.
• Water Purification Comprehensive System.
• Electric Current: 220 volts.
• Fire Alarm, Sprinkler System.
• 03 Generators.
• Sailing Camera.
• Marine Satellite.
• Speed With the current: 15 m/h; speed against the current: 14 m/h.

 

 

Accommodations

Rooms & Amenities
With 16 cabins and 8 suites, the SS Misr by Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts evokes the eras of Louis XV and XVI, the British and Ottoman Empires, and the incredibly stylish Art Deco style. With a private balcony overlooking the stunning Nile, every cabin and suite has a private bathroom complete with a bathtub, air conditioning, a hair dryer, a coffee tray, tea facilities, espresso machines, a minibar, satellite marine, an LED TV, an internal phone, a safe deposit box, two life jackets, and free wifi. Customized fragrance for the vessel.

-14 outside cabins (21 sqm)
-2 single cabins (14.50 sqm)
-6 suites (30 sqm)
-2 panorama suites (35 sqm)

 

Itinerary Details

Day 1 : WELCOME TO LUXOR AND EAST BANK VISIT.

• Upon arrival at the Luxor airport or your stay, guests will be greeted by our professional Nile Cruisers team and escorted by a licensed tour guide to begin sightseeing Luxor.
• During the first portion of a guided tour, guests will experience the East Bank of Luxor, including the complex of Karnak temples, the Hypostyle Hall, and Hatshepsut obelisk.
• Afterwards, guests will transfer for embarkation to the Nile Cruise vessel.
• Lunch will then be served on board with a delicious selection of vegetarian and international cuisine.
• Later, guests will have the afternoon to explore the city of Luxor at their leisure.
• In the evening, guests will embark on the second portion of their guided tour through the magnificent temple of Luxor during sunset.
• After sunset, guests will then return to the Nile Cruise.
• Dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Luxor.

Day 2 : LUXOR WEST BANK, TOMB OF TUTANKHAMUN, AND SAILING TO ASWAN.

• We start Day 2 with a delicious breakfast on the Nile Cruise ship. (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional Hot Air Balloon ride. Note, this optional activity is an additional cost.)
• The tour will then continue to the West Bank of Luxor and include visits to the majestic Valley of Kings and three royal tombs.
• During this once in a lifetime experience, guests will enter the tomb of King TUTANKHAMUN himself, seeing the mummy, the coffin, and his sarcophagus.
• Following that, we will visit the Hatshepsut Temple at Deir el-Bahari and the two grand colossi of Memnon.
• Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for a delicious lunch.
• After lunch we set sail towards Aswan as guests enjoy afternoon tea and beautiful views along the Nile Valley.
• Upon arrival in Esna along our journey, guests will experience our vessel crossing the lock to a higher level of water—providing the most stunning views of the Nile during your trip.
• As the day comes to a close, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Edfu.

Day 3 : OM OMBO TEMPLE VISIT AND SAILING THE NILE TO ASWAN.

• Day 3 begins with a delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel.
• Guests will then enjoy sailing towards Kom Ombo, taking in the beautiful views of the Nile Valley.
• Lunch will be served on board while sailing towards the day’s first stop, Kom Ombo.
• Upon arrival in Kom Ombo, guests will embark on a 10-minute walk to visit the ancient Kom Ombo temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris, an extraordinary historical site that gives you a glimpse into the rich culture of ancient Egypt.
• Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel and continue sailing towards Aswan, enjoying afternoon tea on the sun deck.
• Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.

Day 4 : ASWAN HIGHLIGHTS AND FELUCCA SAILING.

• Day 4 begins with another delicious breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.  (For the early birds, there is an opportunity for an optional tour of the Abu Simbel temple during this time. Note, this optional tour is an additional cost and comes with a breakfast box. The temple may also be visited on Day 5).
• Guests will then embark on a tour of Aswan, including visits to the temple of Philae, Isis Island, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the quarry of granite.
• Guests will then return to the Nile Cruise vessel for lunch.
• In the afternoon, guests will sail on a traditional Felucca boat around the Nile Valley, a transportation first used in the 16th century. (Sailing will be subject to weather conditions).
• Finally, dinner and overnight stay will be on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.

Day 5 : DEPARTURE FROM ASWAN.

• Guests will begin their final day with breakfast on board the Nile Cruise vessel in Aswan.
• They will then be assisted with disembarkation from the cruise.
• At the appropriate time, guests will be transferred to either their airport or hotel in Aswan, leaving with fond memories of their Nile Cruise experience.

*Please note that slight changes to the itinerary may occur due to circumstances beyond our control, particularly related to navigation and sailing on the Nile.*