Overview Hotel Cruise

Nile Cruise & Grand Waterworld Makadi Hotel

Embark on a journey through 5,000 years of history aboard 5 star Nile cruise ship.

This 5-star fleet of custom-designed Nile Cruise ships offers every convenience and comfort for the perfect Nile cruising experience. Enjoy a fusion of oriental and modern cuisine in the buffet restaurant, relax on the Sun Deck as the sun sets, and experience exciting evening entertainment in the Lounge Bar. Or simply put your feet up in your cabin and enjoy the breathtaking views from your panoramic cabin window as you sail along the Nile.

Guests enjoy a full board basis on board and can upgrade to all-inclusive upon request.

PLUS all Cruise & Stay holidays enjoy 10 FREE excursions along the Nile including:

Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple Complex
The Colossi of Memnon
The Valley of the Kings
Queen Hatshepsut's Temple
Medinet Habu
Temple of Sobek at Kom Ombo
The Temples of Philae
Aswan High Dam
The Unfinished Obelisk of Aswan

Features & Facilities

Centred around a vast waterpark with slides, a wave pool, a lazy river and a FlowRider, the hotel also features numerous restaurants and bars, multiple pools, and its own gently sloping private beach. It’s ideal for families seeking fun as well as guests who want comfort, variety, and plenty of activities.

  • A family favourite
  • Very own waterpark with several slides and splash park
  • 16 bars and restaurants
  • Beach front location
  • Restaurants & Bars

    • À la carte dining
    • Buffet restaurant
    • Choice of bars
    • Beach bar
    • Lobby bar
    • Piano bar
    • Sports bar
  • Swimming Pools

    • Several swimming pools
    • Wave pool
    • Heated outdoor pool (seasonal)
    • Children's swimming pool
    • Sun loungers, parasols & towels
  • Waterparks & Water slides

    • Waterpark
    • Water slides
    • Giant flumes
    • Splash pool
    • Rain Fortress – slides, waterfalls & water cannon
  • Beach

    • Beachfront location
    • Gently sloping beach
    • Sun loungers, parasols & towels
  • Activities & Entertainment

    • Activity programme
    • Animation team
    • Evening entertainment
    • Games room
  • Health & Beauty

    • Fitness centre / gym
  • For the Family

    • Kids club (ages 4-12)
    • Children's menus
  • Other Facilities

    • Free WiFi in selected areas
    • ATM

Rooms

Food & Drink

Sun, Sea & Sand Buffet Restaurants

3 All Inclusive Buffet restaurants. Buffet open according to season. Serving food & drinks at breakfast, lunch & dinner. Buffet • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Fino

Fine dining all inclusive restaurant. Serving food & drinks at breakfast & dinner. À La Carte • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Mexican Restaurant

Mexican all inclusive beachfront restaurant. Serving food & drinks at lunch & dinner. À La Carte • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Swiss-German

German all inclusive restaurant. Serving food & drinks at lunch & dinner. À La Carte • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Tropical

All inclusive restaurant. Serving food & drinks at lunch & snacks. À La Carte • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

African Bar

Chill-out African style all inclusive bar at the beach promenade. Serving food & drinks at lunch & snacks. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee • Shishah

Crepes & Sweets

All inclusive bar. Serving food & drinks. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Lobby Bar

24 hour bar (extra charge) • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/Coffee

Biergarten Bar

All inclusive bar. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Beach Bar

All inclusive bar. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

La Pergola Café

All inclusive bar. Serving Afternoon coffee, tea, cookies and cake. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Sports Bar

All inclusive bar. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Lime Bar

All inclusive bar. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Relax Pool Bar

All inclusive swim up bar. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

Show Bar

All inclusive show bar. Serving food & drink. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice • Speciality Tea/ Coffee

This 5-star fleet of custom-designed Nile Cruise ships offers every convenience and comfort for the perfect Nile cruising experience. Enjoy a fusion of oriental and modern cuisine in the buffet restaurant, relax on the Sun Deck as the sun sets, and experience exciting evening entertainment in the Lounge Bar. Or simply put your feet up in your cabin and enjoy the breathtaking views from your panoramic cabin window as you sail along the Nile.

Guests enjoy a full board basis on board and can upgrade to all-inclusive upon request.

PLUS all Cruise & Stay holidays enjoy 10 FREE excursions along the Nile including:

Luxor Temple
Karnak Temple Complex
The Colossi of Memnon
The Valley of the Kings
Queen Hatshepsut's Temple
Medinet Habu
Temple of Sobek at Kom Ombo
The Temples of Philae
Aswan High Dam
The Unfinished Obelisk of Aswan

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arriving in Luxor

Luxor is the site of the ancient Egyptian capital, Thebes, and home to many of the most renowned monuments, tombs and temples. It is the starting point for your Nile cruise. You will board the MS Dolphin/Queen and transfer by coach from Luxor Airport or your Red Sea resort. After lunch on board, visit the East Bank, including Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.

Thebes

Day 2: Luxor and the West Bank

Travel to the West Bank, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of the Pharaohs. There is an optional visit to Tutankhamun's tomb*. Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut, the gigantic Colossi of Memnon and Medinet Habu Temple. In the afternoon, sail to Edfu through Esna Lock. Dinner is served on board and you will overnight in Edfu.

Kom Ombo

Day 3: Kom Ombo

Travel to the West Bank, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of the Pharaohs; there is an optional visit to Tutankhamun’s tomb*. Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut, the gigantic Colossi of Memnon, and Medinet Habu temple. In the afternoon, sail to Esna. Dinner is on board and you overnight at Esna. FREE Excursions: The Colossi of Memnon, The Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple and Medinet Habu

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Day 4: Kom Ombo to Aswan

Visit the Unfinished Obelisk first thing, then take a motor boat from Aswan to the island of Agilkia to explore the Temples of Philae, devoted to Isis. Continue to the famous Aswan High Dam before enjoying an optional excursion to the Aswan Nubian Village National Park*.

Aswan

Day 5: Aswan

A free day to explore Aswan and its lively souk, enjoy the optional early morning excursion to Abu Simbel*, or simply relax on board. Overnight in Aswan.

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Day 6: Aswan to Kom Ombo

Enjoy a relaxing morning or use some free time to soak up more of Aswan. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride along the Nile before embarking and sailing to Kom Ombo. Overnight at Kom Ombo.

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Day 7: Sail to Luxor

Enjoy a day soaking up the scenery as you sail downstream, crossing Esna Lock and arriving in Luxor in the evening. Enjoy your final evening with the optional Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple*.

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Day 8: Leaving Luxor

After breakfast, relax on board before transferring to the airport for your flight home or to your hotel if you are continuing with a Cruise & Stay holiday.

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