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Solaris II

A 74-cabin, five-deck Deluxe cruiser (about 72 m)

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3 nights from $700
4 nights from $935
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Cabins74
Decks5
In brief

Solaris II is a Deluxe Nile cruise ship of 74 cabins, sister to the Solaris I, about 72 metres long and built to Germanischer Lloyd standards. Its doubles are about 30 m² and its Royal Suite about 90 m² — the largest suite in our records. 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 II

The ship

Solaris II is the larger of the two Solaris ships and the one to pick for space: its double cabins are about 30 m², well above the 20 to 22 m² most ships we sell offer, and its Royal Suite of about 90 m² is the largest suite in our records. The rate is the same all year.

Cabins

There are 50 twin cabins, 17 doubles of about 30 m², 3 single cabins of about 18 m² and 4 suites: a Royal Suite of about 90 m², a Queen Suite of about 60 m² and standard suites of about 40 m². 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.

A Royal Suite of about 90 m²The largest suite in our records.
Doubles of about 30 m²Well above the fleet's usual 20 to 22 m².
One rate all yearNo high-season surcharge from October to September.
Sister of the Solaris IBuilt to Germanischer Lloyd standards.
Itineraries · 2 programs

Follow the Solaris II 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.

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 II

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 II at a glance

Category
Deluxe Cruises
Cabins
74 · 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 II

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 II FAQ

How many cabins does Solaris II have?

74: 50 twin cabins, 17 doubles of about 30 m², 3 single cabins of about 18 m² and 4 suites.

What are the suites like?

A Royal Suite of about 90 m², a Queen Suite of about 60 m² and standard suites of about 40 m². The Royal Suite is the largest in our records.

Does the price change with the season?

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

Is there a lift on board?

No. The decks are linked by stairs only.

How much does a cruise on Solaris II 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.

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