Nile Dolphin
A 65-cabin cruiser with French-balcony cabins
Nile Dolphin is a Standard Nile cruise ship of 65 cabins, each with a French balcony, styled on a French-Renaissance theme. It has a sun-deck pool with a jacuzzi, a spa, a gym, a beauty salon and a business centre. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan, from $650 per person — one of the lowest prices we sell.
Why travellers choose the Nile Dolphin
The ship
Nile Dolphin is one of the least expensive ships we sell, yet every cabin has a French balcony and the sun deck has a jacuzzi beside the pool. The interiors follow a French-Renaissance theme.
Cabins
The 65 cabins and suites average about 20 m², all on the main or upper deck. Each has a French balcony, individual climate control, a flat TV, a mini-fridge, a telephone, a safe, a hairdryer and an en-suite bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower.
Life on board
The sun deck has the pool, a jacuzzi and a bar. Inside are an air-conditioned spa and gym, a beauty salon, the restaurant, a panorama lounge with a quiet terrace beside it, a business centre with internet, a boutique and a gift shop. There is no lift.
Follow the Nile Dolphin on the map
Two programs, same ship. Pick one, then scroll the days or press play — the boat sails to each stop as you go.
Rates by season · per person, standard cabin
Guide prices only — the exact rate depends on your date, cabin and how full the ship is. Your written quote always confirms the final figure before anything is held.
| Season | Dates | 3 nights | 4 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | May – Aug | $650 | $790 |
| High | Sep – Apr | $785 | $895 |
What's included on the Nile Dolphin
Included 8 items
- Accommodation in an outside cabin with private bathroom, air-conditioning and Nile view
- Full-board meals — daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet or set menu depending on ship)
- Guided sightseeing at every temple stop with a licensed Egyptologist
- All entrance fees for the standard itinerary (Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings)
- Transfers between the cruise ship and the sightseeing sites
- Welcome drink on arrival, afternoon tea daily, and bottled water on excursions
- Onboard evening entertainment — galabeya party, folkloric shows, live music
- All service charges and Egyptian VAT
Not included 6 items
- International flights to Egypt and Egypt visa$30 USD on arrival for most nationalities
- Domestic flights to Aswan or from Luxor (available as a paid add-on)
- Optional excursions — Abu Simbel, hot-air balloon over the West Bank, Nubian village visit
- Personal expenses (drinks other than tea/water, laundry, spa services, souvenirs)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended — most operators require it)
- Gratuities for the cruise crew, guide and driver~$8-12 USD per day combined
Nile Dolphin at a glance
- Category
- Standard Cruises
- Cabins
- 65 · about 20 m² each
- Balcony
- French balcony — floor-to-ceiling glass that slides open
- Lift
- No — the decks are linked by stairs
- Routes
- 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor · 4 Nights from Luxor to Aswan
- Payment
- No online payment — a written quote first, then a deposit by bank transfer or a secure card link.
Facilities & life on the Nile Dolphin
Dining on board
Meals are served in the restaurant on a full-board basis; drinks other than water at meals are charged separately — we confirm the exact board basis in your written quote.
Nile Dolphin FAQ
How many cabins does Nile Dolphin have?
65 cabins and suites, averaging about 20 m², all on the main or upper deck, each with a French balcony.
Is there a jacuzzi?
Yes, on the sun deck beside the pool, along with a bar.
Is there internet on board?
Yes — a business centre with internet access.
Is there a lift on board?
No. The decks are linked by stairs only.
How much does a cruise on Nile Dolphin cost?
From $650 per person sharing a double for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $785 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $790. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.
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