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Movenpick MS Hamees Nile Cruise – 5-Star, 72-Metre Vessel
The Movenpick MS Hamees is a 5-star Nile cruiser launched in 2001 and refurbished in 2008, with up to 72 cabins and suites across four passenger decks, sailing between Luxor and Aswan.

Cabins & Suites

The Hamees offers 54 standard outside cabins (21 m² with French windows) plus Junior, Superior, Deluxe, and Executive suite categories. The 72-metre-long vessel carries:

French windows in every cabin
Individual air-conditioning
Private bathroom

Dining & Wellness

The 145-seat main restaurant serves full-board buffet meals, and guests can visit the on-call clinic, gift shop, or the dedicated reading and play room – an unusual family-friendly touch for a Nile cruiser.

Onboard Facilities & Entertainment

Sun deck swimming pool
Lounge bar with evening entertainment
Reading and play room
On-call clinic

Nile Cruise Itinerary

The Hamees sails a 3-night route from Aswan (Friday departures, arriving Luxor Mondays) and a 4-night route from Luxor (Monday departures, arriving Aswan Fridays), visiting:

Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple
Valley of the Kings & Hatshepsut Temple
Kom Ombo Temple & Edfu Temple
Philae Temple & the Unfinished Obelisk

Why Choose the Hamees?

Reading and play room – family-friendly touch
On-call clinic for peace of mind
145-seat restaurant
Multiple suite categories

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Movenpick MS Hamees – Frequently Asked Questions

When was the Movenpick MS Hamees built?

The Hamees was launched in 2001 and refurbished in 2008, measuring 72 metres long with cabins and suites across four passenger decks.

Is the Movenpick MS Hamees family-friendly?

Yes, the Hamees has a dedicated reading and play room and an on-call clinic, uncommon extras among Nile cruisers.

What itinerary does the Movenpick MS Hamees follow?

The Hamees offers a 3-night route from Aswan (Friday departures) and a 4-night route from Luxor (Monday departures), visiting Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Philae Temple.

Transportation
Bus, Car & Cruise
Meals
Full Board
Accommodation
3, 4 or 7 Nights
Arrival on
Luxor or Aswan
Departure from
Aswan or Luxor
Language
English, Spanish, French, German
3 Nights Schedule
Friday from Aswan
4 & 7 Nights Schedule
Monday from Luxor
Destinations
Aswan, Luxor, Luxor and Aswan
Nile Cruise Category
Deluxe 5 stars Nile Cruise

Overview

Itinerary

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Overview

Itinerary

Cost Included & Excluded

Price Policy

FAQs

Movenpick MS Hamees Overview

The Movenpick MS Hamees is a 5-star, 72-metre Nile cruiser launched in 2001 and refurbished in 2008, with a family-friendly reading and play room, sailing between Luxor and Aswan.

Other Nile Cruises

Hamees facilities

Reading and play room
On-call clinic
145-seat main restaurant
Sun deck swimming pool
Multiple suite categories
French windows in every cabin

3 Nights :

From Aswan to Luxor Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Embarkation & Philae Temple

Morning: Arrive in Aswan and transfer to the Movenpick Hamees Nile Cruise. Check-in and embark on your luxury cruise.
Afternoon: Enjoy a delicious lunch on board. In the afternoon, take a guided tour to the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering.
Evening: Return to the cruise for a gourmet dinner and spend the night docked in Aswan.

Day 2: Kom Ombo

Morning: Sail to Kom Ombo. After breakfast, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Learn about the temple’s fascinating dual design and explore its well-preserved reliefs.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch as you continue sailing towards Edfu. Upon arrival, visit the Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
Evening: Return to the ship for dinner and sail towards Luxor. Spend the night on board.

Day 3: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

Morning: After breakfast, explore the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s great pharaohs are located. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning mortuary temple built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Afternoon: Visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once guarded the entrance to the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III. Return to the cruise for lunch.
Evening: Enjoy your final dinner on board, followed by a cultural performance. Spend the night docked in Luxor.

Day 4: Disembarkation – Luxor East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples)

Morning: After breakfast, check out from the Movenpick Hamees Nile Cruise. Visit the East Bank of Luxor, including the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt, and the Luxor Temple, known for its grandeur and beauty.
Afternoon: After the tour, transfer to Luxor Airport or your next destination.

4 Nights :

From Luxor to Aswan Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – Embarkation & Karnak Temple

Morning: Arrive in Luxor and transfer to the Movenpick Hamees Nile Cruise. Check-in and embark on your luxurious journey.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon, explore the East Bank of Luxor, starting with the Karnak Temple, a vast open-air museum and the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt.
Evening: Visit the Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night. Return to the cruise for dinner and spend the night docked in Luxor.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

Morning: After breakfast, visit the West Bank of Luxor. Discover the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of many pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh.
Afternoon: Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise for lunch. Sail towards Edfu in the afternoon.
Evening: Enjoy dinner on board and spend the night docked near Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Morning: After breakfast, visit the Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. This well-preserved temple is one of Egypt’s most impressive sites.
Afternoon: Return to the ship and sail to Kom Ombo. After lunch, explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, unique in its dedication to two gods: Sobek and Horus.
Evening: Continue sailing to Aswan while enjoying dinner on board. Spend the night on the Nile.

Day 4: Aswan – Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, and Aswan High Dam

Morning: After breakfast, visit the iconic Philae Temple, known for its beautiful location on an island in the Nile. Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive granite obelisk that was abandoned in ancient times.
Afternoon: Visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s economy. Return to the cruise for lunch.
Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner on board with entertainment. Spend your last night docked in Aswan.

Day 5: Disembarkation – Optional Abu Simbel Tour

Morning: After breakfast, check out from the Movenpick Hamees Nile Cruise. For those who wish, an optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples can be arranged. These impressive temples, carved out of the mountainside, are among Egypt’s most famous landmarks.
Afternoon: Transfer to Aswan Airport or your next destination.