Oberoi Philae
Oberoi Philae: Explore ancient Egypt in comfort
Snapshot
Oberoi Philae, chartered by Lindblad Expeditions, is a newly refurbished contemporary luxury river ship for travelers to enjoy the Nile River. The ship uses a steamwheeler river boat model and carries a maximum of 44 passengers. The vessel features umodern public spaces and large, elegantly appointed cabins and suites, gourmet dining, a well-rounded enrichment program and an international crew and staff.
Where Oberoi Philae sails
The ship features four- and six-night journeys between Luxor and Aswan, Egypt. Both journeys cover highlights such as Luxor, Karnak and the Valley of the Kings. The six-night voyages provide more in-depth explorations and visit other areas of interest and historic significance.
Dining on board
Dining on Oberoi Philae is an elegant affair where passengers are served Western, Indian, Asia and Middle Eastern cuisine, prepared on board and served in the indoor restaurant, lounge or in the poolside dining area. While lightwear touring clothes are required during the daytime tours, resort-elegant attire is recommended for dinner. You'll also find a daily afternoon tea. No alcoholic beverages are included in the fare, but wine, beer and spirits are available for purchase.
Around the ship
The ship features several contemporary lounge spaces and a bar that serves a variety of cocktails, single malts and fine wines. It also features a fully equipped movie theater, a dance floor and a cigar lounge. You'll also find a sun deck with a temperature-controlled swimming pool, a full service spa, a library, indoor fitness center, hair salon and gift shop.
Staterooms
Oberoi Philae features 22 Luxury Cabins and Luxury Suites. The Luxury Cabins span 385 square feet (36 square meters) and are furnished with a king or twin-size beds. The Luxury Suites span 590 square feet (55 square meters) and feature a spacious master bedroom, living room, private terrace and an eye-popping marble bathroom. Two of the suites feature a Jacuzzi whirlpool on a 323 square-foot private deck.
All of the rooms include conditioning, bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer, daily fresh fruit, flowers, satellite television, 40-inch LCD television with high-speed WiFi access, a DVD player, an electronic safe and a personal bar. In-room services include an express laundry.
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