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S.S. Sphinx

4.3

6 Reviews

Uniworld's S.S. Sphnix sailing the Nile River.
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Overview

If you want to explore Egypt in luxury, the best way is on the S.S. Sphinx, a ship so luxurious it would be fit for Cleopatra herself.

A gorgeously appointed ship, she features three dining venues that will take you on a culinary journey along the river banks of the Nile, where many have not experienced the unique flavors of the region.

A swimming pool will cool you off from the heat of the African desert, while your eyes are delighted and your mind expanded by the local artwork, carvings, and wares that line the corridors of the luxurious S.S. Sphinx.

Each stateroom on S.S. Sphinx has a French Balcony, ideal for viewing the wonders of ancient Egypt from the comfort of your private oasis.

Quick Facts

Year Built

2021

Refurbished

-

Wheelchair Accessible

No

Godmother

-

Passenger Capacity

84

Crew

60

Passenger to Crew Ratio

1.40

The Reviews Are In

Uniworld's S.S. Sphnix sailing the Nile River.

4.3

Based on 6 reviews

6 Reviews

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Dec 3, 2022

5 out of 5 stars

Overall, it was a wonderful experience. We loved Hazem as our guide; what a brilliant, fun spokesperson for Egypt, its culture and incredible history.

Pros: Staff, service, cleanliness, suite size and comfort, special events and lectures, breakfast and lunch buffets

Cons: Dinner was just not as flavorful as breakfast and lunch

Accommodations

5

Activities

4

Entertainment

4

Food

4

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Nov 10, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

The Sphinx ship was not in service- we were on the Tosca. It is an older ship but has large rooms/ very large bathrooms. An absolutely FABULOUS experience. Would highly recommend this to anyone physically capable. Ancient Egypt is amazing. Cairo leaves much to be desired. But overall this trip was one of the highlights of my life! I did not partake in the entertainment

Pros: AMAZING trip/ staff/ guides/ organization/ food/ sights/ overall experience

Cons: Several sights had uneven footing / stairs so not easily managed by some people.

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Mar 12, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

The Sphinx ship was not in service- we were on the Tosca. It is an older ship but has large rooms/ very large bathrooms. An absolutely FABULOUS experience. Would highly recommend this to anyone physically capable. Ancient Egypt is amazing. Cairo leaves much to be desired. But overall this trip was one of the highlights of my life! I did not partake in the entertainment

Pros: AMAZING trip/ staff/ guides/ organization/ food/ sights/ overall experience

Cons: Several sights had uneven footing / stairs so not easily managed by some people.

Accommodations

5

Activities

5

Entertainment

5

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

5

Recommend

Yes

Dec 1, 2023

4 out of 5 stars

Great cruise and staff

Pros: Small intimate ship with personalized care; excellent food

Cons: None

Accommodations

5

Activities

3

Entertainment

3

Food

5

Staff

5

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

4

Recommend

Yes

Dec 5, 2022

4 out of 5 stars

See Pros and Cons above. I'm curious why the Sun Deck seemed underused, often for hours in the afternoon. Perhaps it was nap time To the staff's credit, I was always able to get answers to my questions concerning life observed along the Nile, often enthusiastically and in great detail. Very much appreciated the fun exercise sessions offered (pilates, yoga and zumba)

Pros: Thoughtful ports/destinations chosen; great staff; skillful boatmanship; wonderful food and food service

Cons: Would have appreciated more explanation of life as observed along the Nile; hours and miles slipped by with no explanation of what was being observed.

Accommodations

4

Activities

3

Entertainment

3

Food

5

Staff

4

Itinerary

5

Value

0

Overall

4

Recommend

Yes

Dec 1, 2022

3 out of 5 stars

Uniworld made travel so easy for me, a single woman. I was greeted at 2 airports by one of their representatives and driven to my first rate lodgings over 3 weeks. We had a special guide with us the whole time of sightseeing in Jordan and Egypt. I feel like we covered every possible place of interest. We were able to become travelers rather than tourists as our Jordanian guide referred to us.

Pros: Unpack once and settle in for 7 days

Cons: Did not care for the interior design of the ship but it was almost new and clean

Accommodations

3

Activities

3

Entertainment

1

Food

4

Staff

5

Itinerary

4

Value

0

Overall

3

Recommend

Yes

Activities & Amenities

Coffee Station
Coffee Station
Lounge
Lounge
Gym
Gym

Deck Plans

Karnak Deck

Abu Simbel Deck

Dendera Deck

Luxor Deck

Karnak Deck

Abu Simbel Deck

Dendera Deck

Luxor Deck

Staterooms

Grand Suite A
Grand Suite A

on

Karnak Deck

Size: 430 sq. ft. / 40 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

Grand Suite B
Grand Suite B

on

Abu Simbel

Size: 430 sq. ft. / 40 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

Royal Suite
Royal Suite

on

Karnak DeckAbu Simbel

Size: 592 sq. ft. / 54.9 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

Royal Suite
Royal Suite

on

Karnak DeckAbu Simbel

Size: 592 sq. ft. / 54.9 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

Grand Suite
Grand Suite

on

Karnak DeckAbu Simbel

Size: 430 sq. ft. / 40 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

French Balcony A
French Balcony A

on

Karnak Deck

Size: 233 sq. ft. / 21.6 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

French Balcony B
French Balcony B

on

Dendera Deck

Size: 233 sq. ft. / 21.6 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

Deluxe French Balcony
Deluxe French Balcony

on

Karnak DeckAbu Simbel

Size: 301 sq. ft. / 27. 9 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

Deluxe French Balcony
Deluxe French Balcony

on

Karnak DeckAbu Simbel

Size: 301 sq. ft. / 27. 9 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

French Balcony
French Balcony

on

Karnak DeckDendera Deck

Size: 233 sq. ft. / 21.6 sq. m.All staterooms and suites onboard have French balconies.

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Aboard

S.S. Sphinx

From

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29 Sailings

Feb 14 - Dec 26, 2026

Published prices from

$5,949

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details
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Nile River Cruising
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+18 more

Aboard

S.S. Sphinx

From

Cairo, Egypt

37 Sailings

May 9, 2026 - Dec 25, 2027

Published prices from

$6,299

per person*

taxes & fees included

Cruise Details
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