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Mövenpick MS Darakum

An unforgettable Cruise on the Nile

Experience an unforgettable luxury Nile cruise aboard the Mövenpick MS Darakum, one of the largest and most distinctive vessels navigating the majestic river between Luxor and Aswan , offering a short cruise from Luxor to Aswan and a long cruise from Aswan to Cairo.. Designed with Moroccan-inspired elegance, this Nile cruise offers an exceptional journey through 7,000 years of Egypt's rich history. Departing from a private dock in Luxor, only 15 km south of Luxor Airport. This Nile cruise enjoys beautiful scenery while enjoying the wonders of the ancient world.  

The Mövenpick MS Darakum features a variety of cabins and suites, each thoughtfully designed to provide panoramic views of the Nile. All rooms and suites are fully air-conditioned and equipped with luxury amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. 

Indulge in a variety of dining options onboard the 5-star Mövenpick MS Darakum, which blends traditional Egyptian flavours with international cuisine. The Main Restaurant provides creatively themed buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner, whilst the uniquely designed Lounge Bar is the perfect venue to relax and unwind for afternoon tea or cocktails, as well as dancing and entertainment in the evening.  

This luxury cruise in Egypt offers various recreational activities including a gym, swimming pool and Sun Deck, which offers a variety of beverages and snacks to enjoy with stunning views of the river Nile. Themed parties, DJs and entertainment are also available on the Sundeck. 

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Rooms

Rooms to relish

Classic cabin

All Classic Cabins located on the first floor (water level) aboard Mövenpick MS Darakum face the Nile and feature two closed porthole windows offering beautiful river views. Designed with elegant Moroccan-inspired décor, these fully air-conditioned cabins provide a comfortable and stylish stay. Each cabin includes a private bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer, espresso machine with complimentary capsules upon arrival, as well as tea and coffee making facilities, LED TV with marine satellite channels, internal phone, minibar, safety deposit box, and life jackets for added comfort and safety.

Superior Cabin

All Superior Cabins located on the second floor aboard Mövenpick MS Darakum face the Nile and feature large panoramic windows offering stunning river views. Designed with elegant Moroccan-inspired décor, these fully air-conditioned cabins provide a comfortable and stylish stay. Each cabin includes a private bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer, espresso machine with complimentary capsules upon arrival, as well as tea and coffee making facilities, LED TV with marine satellite channels, internal phone, minibar, safety deposit box, and life jackets for added comfort and safety.

Deluxe Cabin

All Superior Cabins located on the third floor aboard Mövenpick MS Darakum face the Nile and feature large panoramic windows offering stunning river views. Designed with elegant Moroccan-inspired décor, these fully air-conditioned cabins provide a comfortable and stylish stay. Each cabin includes a private bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer, espresso machine with complimentary capsules upon arrival, as well as tea and coffee making facilities, LED TV with marine satellite channels, internal phone, minibar, safety deposit box, and life jackets for added comfort and safety.

Junior Suite

The Junior Suite located on the second floor aboard Mövenpick MS Darakum face the Nile and feature large panoramic windows offering stunning river views. Designed with elegant Moroccan-inspired décor, these fully air-conditioned cabins provide a comfortable and stylish stay. Each cabin includes a private bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer, espresso machine with complimentary capsules upon arrival, as well as tea and coffee making facilities, LED TV with marine satellite channels, internal phone, minibar, safety deposit box, and life jackets for added comfort and safety.
Guests also enjoy complimentary airport transfers and 10% savings on sightseeing excursions.

Panorama Suite

The Panorama Suite aboard our Nile cruise is the perfect space to experience the river Nile whilst staying in luxury. Enjoy unforgettable views of the Nile from the moment you wake up with the panoramic windows. Make a coffee at any time of the day from the in-room Espresso machine and experience views getting ready in the ensuite bathroom, LED TV with marine satellite, internal phone, minibar, safety deposit box and two life jackets.
The air conditioning can be controlled from the room to ensure the temperature is just right throughout your stay.  Further amenities include an exclusive MiFi for private high-speed internet, a fine local wine on arrival, daily delights of fresh fruit, gourmet cookies or pastries, and a complimentary soft minibar.
Guests also enjoy complimentary airport transfers and 10% savings on sightseeing excursions.

Senior Suite

The four luxury Senior Suites face the Nile and provide stunning views of the River Nile through their panoramic windows. The suites aboard this 5-star Nile cruise are fully air-conditioned and have a spacious private bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer, LED TV with marine satellite, internal phone, music channel, minibar, Espresso machine, safety deposit box and two life jackets. Two of the Senior Suites are 34 sqm and two 40 sqm. The larger suites feature two bathrooms for your comfort 

Relax and unwind after a day of exploring and enjoy a coffee from the in-room espresso machine whilst taking in the views. Alternatively, watch a film on the LED TV with marine satellite from the comfort of the king-size bed.
Two of the suites are 34 sqm and two 40 sqm. The larger suites feature two bathrooms.
Further amenities include an exclusive MiFi for private high-speed internet, a fine local wine on arrival, daily delights of fresh fruit, gourmet cookies or pastries, and a complimentary soft minibar.
Guests also enjoy complimentary airport transfers and 10% savings on sightseeing excursions.

Restaurants & Bars

The Place to Savour Life

At Mövenpick MS Darakum, we believe in indulgence done right, treating our guests to deliciously fresh cuisine, abundant treats and flavours that are unmistakably Mövenpick, all served with a generous portion of heartfelt care. We offer a variety of dining options from the Main Restaurant, with buffet-style dining, to the Lounge Bar for Afternoon Tea or cocktails. Guests aboard Mövenpick MS Darakum can also enjoy light snacks and refreshments on the Sun Deck which also offers a range of entertainment options. 

Main Restaurant

This restaurant serves international and local buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Lounge Bar

The Lounge Bar is the ideal venue for afternoon tea, cocktails and evening entertainment. It is designed to render a unique Arabian flair while enjoying cocktail receptions and Galabeya parties.

Sun Deck

The elegantly appointed Sun Deck offers a variety of beverages and snacks while relaxing and enjoying the stunning views of the river Nile.

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