MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise

5.0 star property
Luxury cruise ship with free breakfast and a nightclub
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Room options

Suite ~ 7 Nights / Luxor ~ Luxor / Monday ~ Monday (Without Sightseeing)

  • 344 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Suite ~ 4 Nights / Luxor ~ Aswan / Monday ~ Friday (Without Sightseeing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 430 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite ~ 3 Nights / Aswan ~ Luxor / Friday ~ Monday (Without Sightseeing)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 430 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Luxor

This vessel pulls anchor and sets sail from Luxor for at least part of your stay – see Special Check-in Instructions for more details. This 28-room, 5-star cruise ship has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Luxor Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mummification Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Luxor Temple - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Karnak - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Valley of the Kings - 18 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

  • Luxor Station - 5 min drive
  • Luxor (LXR-Luxor Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Nile Terrace - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Elkababgy Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Al-Sahaby Lane Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Crocodile Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

About this property

MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise

Luxury cruise ship with free breakfast and a nightclub
MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise features a nightclub, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EGP 1000 per person one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this luxury cruise ship include a 24-hour gym, a sauna, and a rooftop terrace.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with wired internet. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include minibars, safes, and phones.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour health club and a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 9 AM
Minimum check-in age: 12

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Please be advised that this property is a cruise ship and not a standard hotel. Check-in takes place Aswan or Luxor. Guests must contact this cruise ship 72 hours in advance to arrange check-in, as locations and times are subject to change.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Please note: Cruise ship itineraries require a USD 200 supplement for adults and USD 100 for children ages 4-11 for sightseeing (including transportation, guide, and entrance fees). Destinations include Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Hatshepsut, and Kom Ombo temples, King’s Valley, and the High Dam. Alternately, guests may choose to sight see independently.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EGP 1000 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EGP 500 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 9 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 12
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

This cruise ship is situated in East Bank within a 10-minute walk of Luxor Temple and Mummification Museum. You'll also find Luxor Museum and Karnak Sound & Light Show less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cruise ship.

Is there a spa at MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

Spa services at the cruise ship include massages and mani/pedis.

Does MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise feature a casino on the premises?

No, MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

No, this cruise ship doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

There are many amenities for couples at this cruise ship, including Champagne service as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Does MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise have a hot tub?

No, but this cruise ship does have a steam room.

Does MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise.

Does MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise have connecting rooms?

No, this cruise ship doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

The closest major airport to MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise is Luxor (LXR-Luxor Intl.), which is 5.2 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise?

No, at MS Alexander The Great Nile Cruise, there aren't any cabins that list a balcony.