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Soleil Nile Cruise is a Luxury Nile Cruise with Ultra Luxury treatment.

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Soleil Nile Cruise – 53-Room Luxury Vessel with Floor-to-Ceiling Balconies
The Soleil is a luxury Nile cruiser with 53 rooms across four categories, distinguished by floor-to-ceiling private balconies in every Luxury Room, sailing between Luxor and Aswan.

Cabins & Suites

The Soleil offers 41 Luxury Rooms, 8 Junior Suites, 2 Royal Suites, and 2 Soleil Suites – 53 rooms in total. Luxury Rooms feature a floor-to-ceiling private balcony and a glass window in the shower overlooking the Nile, with flexible bedding for single or double occupancy.

Dining & Wellness

Guests dine at the main restaurant and can relax at the onboard spa and wellness centre, lounge bar, or gym – with a lift/elevator on board, unusual for a Nile cruiser.

Onboard Facilities & Entertainment

Swimming pool and sundeck
Spa & wellness centre
Elevator access
Bazaar / shopping area

Nile Cruise Itinerary

The Soleil sails between Luxor and Aswan, visiting:

Why Choose the Soleil?

Floor-to-ceiling private balconies
Elevator on board – unusual for the Nile
4 room categories to choose from
Dedicated spa & wellness centre

Book Your Soleil Nile Cruise

Sail aboard the Soleil for a Nile cruise with floor-to-ceiling private balconies between Luxor and Aswan.

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Soleil Nile Cruise – Frequently Asked Questions

How many rooms does the Soleil have?

The Soleil has 53 rooms across four categories: 41 Luxury Rooms, 8 Junior Suites, 2 Royal Suites, and 2 Soleil Suites.

Do the Soleil cabins have balconies?

Yes, the Luxury Rooms feature a floor-to-ceiling private balcony and a glass shower window overlooking the Nile.

Does the Soleil have an elevator?

Yes, the Soleil has elevator access on board, which is uncommon among Nile cruise vessels.

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
Ultra Luxury Nile Cruises in Egypt
Trip Type
Egypt Travel Deals

Overview

Itinerary

Cost Included & Excluded

Price Policy

Overview

Itinerary

Cost Included & Excluded

Price Policy

Soleil Nile Cruise Overview

The Soleil is a 53-room luxury Nile cruiser with floor-to-ceiling private balconies and an onboard elevator, sailing between Luxor and Aswan.

Other Nile Cruises

Soleil facilities

Floor-to-ceiling private balconies
Elevator on board
Spa & wellness centre
Swimming pool and sundeck
Bazaar / shopping area
Gym

3 Nights :

From Aswan to Luxor Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Embarkation & Philae Temple

Morning: Arrive in Aswan and transfer to the Soleil 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 & Edfu Temples

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 Soleil 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 Soleil 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 Soleil 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.