The Oberoi Philae is the replica of an “Edwardian paddle steamer” and listed as the best liner amongst boats on the Nile, which offers luxury of very high standards by giving five star accommodations, amenities, facilities and world class services.
The fact which makes The Oberoi Philae – Nile Cruiser, a special and best in its sphere is its offering of ports of call on Nile and guests have a voyage through the landmarks of Egypt’s ancient civilization, which in itself is a remarkable feat. The voyage begins from any of these hallmark destinations of Egypt that is from Luxor or Aswan and cruises through Pharaonic dynasties spanning thousands of years.
The Cruise liner is all done in elegant interiors, having teak paneling, European antiques for décor, parquet floors, and Oriental carpets creating an ambience of opulence and luxury. Beautiful settings and impeccable services coming together for making this voyage a discovery of ancient civilization but with modern and contemporary living.
With a Philae restaurant, onboard, guests are expected to be dressed formally for dinner that serves continental and delicious delights of Egyptian menu.
The Lounge Bar serving ranges of beverages, from sundowners, wines, chilled champagne and along with cocktails and soft drinks. The Lounge Bar is place to be at any time of the day, for young and happening crowd is in here and in evenings, it is venue for the grooving and rocking discotheque.
On the deck of the luxurious Oberoi Philae, for relaxing and soaking up sun for your skin, sun loungers are there as well as teak parasols which are around swimming pool for some skin watching and if you feel like swimming. And people who like to maintain their regimen and are fitness freak they will be gaining here with taking pains in state of the art gymnasium.
RECREATION
- Out-door plunge pool
- Lounge Bar
- Library
- Sundeck
- Daily Sightseeing
- In-door fitness centre
SERVICES
- Hair Salon
- Wheel chair
- Laundry
- Gift Shop
- Medical Service (on call)
- Valet Service
- Same day ironing service
- Private docking area in Aswan and Luxor
The Oberoi Philae accommodations:
- Elegant cabins with air-conditioner: 58
- Suites: 4
Amenities Features:
- Mini bar
- Television
- Radio
- Telephone
- Personal locker Safe
- Private balcony
Mind blowing idea of itinerary of Seven Days and sic Nights Sailing from Luxor:
Day 1:
- At 12 noon, get with Embarkation
- Buffet-Lunch
- Then set Sails to Quina.
- Have Afternoon-Tea.
- Sumptuous A la Carte Dinner
- Overnight at Quina
Day 2:
- Buffet Breakfast
- Visiting Temple of Dendera by a bus
- Buffet-Lunch.
- Sail to superb destination of Luxor
- Afternoon-Tea
- Special Egyptian food Buffet-Dinner
- Overnight at Luxor
Day 3:
- Buffet-Breakfast
- Free time in Morning for Fun and Enjoyment
- Buffet-Lunch
- Visit Karnak Temple as well as many other famous Luxor Temples
- Afternoon-Tea
- Cocktail-Reception
- A la Carte Dinner
- Egyptian Music and Dance performances
- Overnight in Luxor
Day 4:
- Buffet-Breakfast
-
Visit West Bank: Sightseeing of :
- Valley of the Kings
- Deir El Madina,
- Madinet Habous
- The Colossi of Memon
- Buffet-Lunch
- Sails to Essna
- Afternoon-Tea
- Special Black and White formal dress Dinner
- Egyptian performances of Music and Dance
- Overnight at Essna.
Day 5:
- Sails to Edfu.
- Buffet-Breakfast.
- Visit Temple of Edfu
- Buffet-Lunch
- Sails to Komombo
- Afternoon-Tea.
- Visit Temple of Komombo
- Egyptian Special Buffet-Dinner.
- Fantastic Galabiya rocking Party
- Overnight at Komombo
Day 6:
- Sails to Aswan
- Buffet-Breakfast
- 10.00 am: Arriving at Aswan
- Buffet-Lunch
- Sightseeing:
- The High Dam
- Old Dam
- The Unfinished Obelisk
- Philae Temple.
- Afternoon-Tea.
- A la Carte Dinner.
- Special Evening with traditional music and dance.
- Overnight at Aswan.
Day 7:
- Buffet Breakfast
- 8.00 am: you get for Disembarkation
- Wait then
- A Visit to Botanical Garden by Felucca.
Oberoi Philae cruising of River Nile will leave you enthralled with the pleasures and lavishes of luxury of five stars and remarkably take you through voyage of ancient Egypt where you can take glimpses of the glory and grandeur of the great Pharaohs and experience one of the most ancient civilizations.