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HS Solaris I Nile Cruise

HS Solaris I Nile Cruise gives travelers who want a newer feel at a standard price a real edge: Modern fittings paired with the classic ancient-Egypt route, on the Luxor to Aswan route through Edfu and Kom Ombo.

5 Days / 4 Nights or 4 Days / 3 NightsLuxor to AswanAswan to Luxor

HS Solaris I has a more modern interior than its price band

At $465 per person the Solaris I sits just under the standard average. What its listing claims is a newer feel than most ships at this rate, pairing modern fittings with the same classic route everyone else sails.

Interior age is one of the few things photographs actually tell you reliably, so use the gallery on this page rather than the description. Cabin sizes are not published for standard ships in our catalog, so if space matters more to you than decor, ask us for the deck plan before choosing between this and a cheaper option.

Facilities are restaurant, sun deck, lounge and reception, pool listed as available rather than confirmed. It sails Luxor to Aswan via Edfu and Kom Ombo, four or three nights.

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Best for: Travelers who want a newer feel at a standard price

Cruise Highlights

  • a more modern interior than most ships in this price band
  • Luxor to Aswan route
  • Edfu and Kom Ombo
  • Real, currently operating vessel
  • Quote-friendly package
33 Nights4 Days / 3 Nights · Aswan to Luxor
  1. 1
    Day 1Board in Aswan, visit Philae Temple and the High Dam.
  2. 2
    Day 2Sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu with guided temple visits.
  3. 3
    Day 3Continue to Luxor and visit East Bank highlights.
  4. 4
    Day 4Visit Luxor West Bank and disembark.
44 Nights5 Days / 4 Nights · Luxor to Aswan
  1. 1
    Day 1Arrive in Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
  2. 2
    Day 2Explore the West Bank, including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then sail toward Edfu.
  3. 3
    Day 3Visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, then continue sailing toward Aswan.
  4. 4
    Day 4Visit Philae Temple, the High Dam area, and optional Nubian experiences.
  5. 5
    Day 5Disembark in Aswan or add Abu Simbel as an optional extension.
77 Nights8 Days / 7 Nights · Round Trip

This 7-night option sails this ship's own 4-night and 3-night legs back to back for a full Luxor - Aswan - Luxor round trip, without repeating the same guided temple visits on the way back.

  1. 1
    Day 1Arrive in Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
  2. 2
    Day 2Explore the West Bank, including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then sail toward Edfu.
  3. 3
    Day 3Visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, then continue sailing toward Aswan.
  4. 4
    Day 4Visit Philae Temple, the High Dam area, and optional Nubian experiences.
  5. 5
    Day 5Continue in Aswan, then begin the return sailing toward Luxor. An Abu Simbel extension can still be added before departing.
  6. 6
    Day 6Sail back toward Luxor, passing Kom Ombo and Edfu along the way.
  7. 7
    Day 7Free time in Luxor to relax onboard, shop, or arrange optional extras before your final night.
  8. 8
    Day 8Disembark in Luxor.

Cabins and Facilities

Modern fittings paired with the classic ancient-Egypt route.

  • Restaurant
  • Sun deck
  • Lounge
  • Reception
  • Pool where available

What is included?

  • Full board meals
  • Guided shore excursions
  • Entrance fees to scheduled temples
  • Port taxes

Not usually included

  • Drinks beyond water
  • Personal spending
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Cairo portion of the trip
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Indicative per person rates in a double cabin. Final price depends on cabin category, exact dates, and group size, and is confirmed at quote stage.

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Cruise FAQ

What makes HS Solaris I different from other standard ships?

Its interior fittings are more modern than most vessels in this price band. The hull is not new, but the cabins and public areas feel considerably fresher than the typical 1990s standard ship.

Which direction does it sail?

Luxor to Aswan, southbound. Karnak and Luxor Temple first, the West Bank tombs on day two, then Edfu and Kom Ombo before finishing at Philae in Aswan.

What does it cost through the year?

Rates step up through the year: lowest from June to August, a little higher in the May and September shoulder months, higher again in the October to April high season, with Easter and the Christmas and New Year sailings the most expensive dates of all. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact figure.

Is 4 nights or 3 nights better on this route?

Southbound sailings are usually 4 nights, and that is the better shape: you get a full sailing day between Edfu and Kom Ombo, which is the most relaxed day of the trip.

How big are the excursion groups?

Standard ships carry more guests than luxury vessels, so groups are larger. If hearing the guide clearly matters to you, ask us about a private guide upgrade, which is usually inexpensive.

What is not covered?

Drinks beyond water, tips and gratuities, personal spending, and any Cairo portion. Meals, guided excursions, scheduled temple entrance fees and port taxes are included.

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