Deluxe Cruises 3 · 4 nights

Solaris I

A 66-cabin, five-deck Deluxe cruiser (about 72 m)

Cruise only · per person

3 nights from $700

4 nights from $935

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Cabins66

Decks5

In brief

Solaris I is a Deluxe Nile cruise ship of 66 cabins, about 72 metres long and built to Germanischer Lloyd standards. Cabins are about 20 m² with a panoramic window, and there are 5 suites. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $700 per person, the same rate all year.

Overview

Why travellers choose the Solaris I

The ship

Solaris I is the cheaper of the two Solaris ships and the smaller one, at 66 cabins. It is about 72 metres long and was built to Germanischer Lloyd standards. Its rate does not change with the season.

Cabins

The 66 cabins average about 20 m²: 43 twins, 18 doubles and 5 suites, over four guest decks. Each is air-conditioned, with a panoramic window and a private bathroom.

Life on board

Four decks plus a sun deck carry the pool, the restaurant and a lounge bar, with entertainment in the evenings. There is no lift.

						
						One rate all yearNo high-season surcharge from October to September.
					
						Cabins of about 20 m²43 twins, 18 doubles and 5 suites.
					
						Built to Germanischer Lloyd standardsAbout 72 metres long.
					
						Pool on the sun deckWith a lounge bar below.

Itineraries · 2 programs

Follow the Solaris I 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.

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Indicative rates

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
All year	Oct – Sep	$700	$935

Infants 0–5 free · children 6–11: 50% sharing with 2 adults Groups of 10+: ask for special rates and a free tour leader place 20% deposit secures your booking · balance 30 days before arrival Free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival (60 days at Christmas & Easter)

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What's included on the Solaris I

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

Ship facts

Solaris I at a glance

Category: Deluxe Cruises
Cabins: 66 · about 20 m² each
Balcony: Private outside balcony you can step out onto
Lift: No — the decks are linked by stairs
Length · decks: 5 decks
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.

On board

Facilities & life on the Solaris I

Swimming Pool

Restaurant

Bar / Lounge

Sun Deck

In-cabin TV

Air Conditioning

Dining on board

Meals are served in the main 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.

Full board Bar on board

Questions about this ship

Solaris I FAQ

How many cabins does Solaris I have?

66: 43 twin cabins, 18 doubles and 5 suites, averaging about 20 m², over four guest decks.

Does the price change with the season?

No. Solaris I is quoted at one rate for the whole year, from October to September.

How is Solaris I different from Solaris II?

They are sister ships at the same rate. Solaris I has 66 cabins; Solaris II has 74, with larger doubles and four suites including a royal suite of about 90 m².

Is there a lift on board?

No. The decks are linked by stairs only.

How much does a cruise on Solaris I cost?

From $700 per person sharing a double for 3 nights, and from $935 for 4 nights — the same rate all year. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.