MS Grand Rose

All Inclusive

Elegant and sophisticated, the MS Grand Rose offers a taste of understated luxury. Whether you are setting off to explore the sights or simply wiling away the hours to the sound of water lapping gently against the bow, you will enjoy first class service from the experienced and attentive crew. All the cabins are tastefully furnished and offer a stunning Nile view. The sun deck is perfect for topping up your tan as you sail the Nile. And as the sun slips beneath the horizon, enjoy a cocktail in the Tulip bar before dining in style at the ship's excellent Jasmin restaurant. MS Grand Rose is available to book as Nile Cruise or as a Cruise & Stay package.

Swimming pool

There is a swimming pool on the sun deck. Sun loungers, parasols and towels are provided.

Sports and leisure

Live evening entertainment - includes music, shows & belly dancing
Fitness equipment
Table tennis
Billiards

Plus, at extra charge:

Massage

Additional services

At extra charge unless stated

24 hour room service
Laundry service
Hairdresser
Souvenir shop

Technical data

Registered: German Lloyd Certification GmbH
Built: 2005
Refurbished: 2010
Length: 72 m
Width: 15 m
Height: 14 m
Decks: 5
Cabins: 60 + 2 Suites

Food and drink

Jasmin restaurant: serving international buffet breakfast and lunch, plus a buffet or set menu dinner, alternating depending on ship's programme.
Tulip lounge bar: serving snacks and cocktails. It's also home to the evening disco
Sun deck bar: cooling drinks and snacks

Cabin options

All cabins are exterior cabins with Nile views. They have double or twin beds, bath with shower, WC, air conditioning, satellite TV, safe and hairdryer. There is a telephone and mini-bar, both at extra charge.

Standard Cabins have a cosy lounge area, large Nile view window, and sleep 2 adults.

Middle Deck and Upper Deck cabins feature larger, panoramic windows Sleep 2 adults.

Official Rating: 5 Star

What's included in the price

Fully-guided itinerary with 10 free excursions
Buffet breakfast and lunch
Buffet or set menu dinner
Tea, coffee, cakes and snacks
Soft and local alcoholic drinks by the glass – 10.00 to 24.00
Activities and entertainment as listed
Late checkout cabin
20kg luggage allowance
All resort transfers

Some facilities, bars and menu items not included as part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra charges locally. Please see our Holiday Information section.

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. On arrival at Luxor Airport, you will transfer by coach to your chosen cruise ship in Luxor by coach. The transfer takes around 30 minutes.

Day 2: The East Bank
After breakfast visit the East bank of Thebes and the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. At the vast open air museum of Karnak, marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 columns. In the afternoon, sail to Kom Ombo via Esna lock.

Day 3: Kom Ombo
The cruise continues via the impressive sight of Kom Ombo standing sentinel at a bend in the river. Visit this unusual double temple, built in 250BC to honour the crocodile-headed Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, before sailing on to Aswan.

Day 4: Aswan
Make the most of the onboard facilities as you sail to the Aswan area. Alternatively, take time out for one of the optional excursions, such as an early morning trip to Abu Simbel (by air or by bus)* or a day trip to an Aswan Nubian Village national park*. During the evening, there is an optional excursion to the atmospheric Sound and Light show in the Philae Temple.

Day 5: Agilika
Spending the morning visiting the island of Agilika and Philae Temple, which was moved to the island between 1972 and 1980 to save it from flooding when the Aswan High Dam was built. After lunch, enjoy a romantic felucca or motor boat ride on the Nile (subject to weather conditions).

Day 6: Cruise to Luxor
Make the most of the onboard facilities as you sail back towards Luxor.

Day 7: Western Thebes
Travel to the West Bank of Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of a succession of mighty Pharaohs. Optional visit to Tutankhamun's tomb (please note that the surviving treasures now reside in the Cairo Museum). Other highlights include the imposing Temple of Hatshepsut, the gigantic Colossi of Memnon, which have stood in the Theban necropolis for the last 3400 years, and Medinet Habu, the mortuary temple of Rameses III. Enjoy your last evening in grand style with the optional Sound & Light show at Karnak.

Day 8: Leaving Luxor
After breakfast, relax on board before being transferred to the airport for your flight home. Complimentary late check-out means you will have full use of all facilities until time for your departure.

Includes 10 Free excursions