Overview Hotel Cruise

Nile Cruise & The Makadi Palace 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

Part of a large holiday village, the hotel offers an excellent balance of relaxation and activity, with private beach access, multiple swimming pools, diverse dining including à la carte and buffet options, plus sports facilities via the nearby Makadi Sports Centre.

  • Great for couples
  • Sports centre nearby
  • Choice of restaurants
  • Extensive gardens
  • Restaurants & Bars

    • À la carte dining
    • Buffet restaurant
    • Christmas & New Year gala meals*
    • Ice cream corner
    • Snack bar
    • Choice of bars
    • Beach bar
    • Lobby bar
    • Additional à la carte dining at the Makadi Mall: French, Indian, Italian, Lebanese, Seafood (drinks at extra charge)
    • Dine Around Upgrade*: add restaurants, bars and facilities at the Grand Makadi Hotel
  • Swimming Pools

    • Several swimming pools
    • Children's swimming pool
    • Sun loungers, parasols & towels
  • Beach

    • Beachfront location
    • Private beach
    • House reef – perfect for snorkelling
    • Sun loungers, parasols & towels
  • Watersports

    • Dive centre* (nearby)
    • Water polo
    • Watersports centre* (nearby)
  • Sports & Leisure

    • Beach volleyball
    • Tennis*
    • Aqua aerobics / aqua gym
  • Activities & Entertainment

    • Evening entertainment
    • Billiards*
    • Tour desk
  • Health & Beauty

    • Fitness centre / gym*
  • For the Family

    • High chairs
    • Cots
    • Children's activities
    • Playground
    • Mini disco
    • Children's menus
  • Other Facilities

    • 24 hour reception
    • Room service*
    • Daily maid service
    • Safety deposit boxes
    • Laundry service*
    • Shuttle bus*
    • Free WiFi in selected areas
    • Currency exchange
    • ATM (nearby)
    • Shops (nearby)
    • Adapted rooms (on request)
    • Accessibility friendly

Rooms

Food & Drink

Lobby Bar Terrace

Bar serving all inclusive local drinks. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice* • Speciality Tea/Coffee*

Joker Bar

Bar serving all inclusive local drinks. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice* • Speciality Tea/Coffee* • Shishah*

Rendezvous Bar

Bar serving all inclusive local drinks & snacks. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice* • Speciality Tea/ Coffee*

Piano Bar

Bar serving all inclusive local drinks. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice* • Speciality Tea/Coffee*

Sunset Bar

Bar serving all inclusive local drinks & snacks. Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice* • Speciality Tea/Coffee*

Dome

Buffet restaurant serving all inclusive food & drinks at breakfast & dinner. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice*

Melange

Buffet restaurant serving all inclusive food & drinks at breakfast & dinner. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice*

Discovery

Show buffet restaurant serving all inclusive food & drinks at dinner. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice*

Thai Garden

À la carte Thai restaurant serving all inclusive food & drinks at dinner. • Waiter Service • Alcoholic Drinks • Soft Drinks • Fresh Fruit Juice* • Speciality Tea/Coffee*

Botanical Garden

À la carte Mediterranean restaurant serving all inclusive food & drinks at dinner. • 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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