egypt cruise tui Review

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Here is a detailed review of TUI’s Egypt Nile River Cruises (esp. their newer ships like Al Horeya and Bahareya), based on recent sources. I’ve organized the pros, cons, what to expect, and some tips. Happy to compare with other operators too if you like.

Overview of TUI’s Egypt Nile Cruises

TUI has recently launched / refurbished ships on the Nile, including TUI Al Horeya, and is adding TUI Bahareya. World of Cruising+4CruiseMapper+4Late Cruise News+4

Key features:

Pricing starts from ~£1,300+ per person (all-inclusive) depending on dates. Sailawaze+1

What Guests Like / Strengths

Here are the strong points based on recent reviews:

  1. Comfort & Modern Ships
    Al Horeya is described by reviewers as “roomy, modern, bright”, with good views, nice cabins, French balconies. Sailawaze+1

  2. Onboard Amenities
    Top deck pool, hot tubs, and good outdoor lounging areas. Helps balance active temple-visiting with relaxation. Sailawaze+2World of Cruising+2

  3. Itinerary / Excursions
    The must-see sites are included: Valley of the Kings, the temples at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan. Egyptologists on board are praised. World of Cruising+2Sailawaze+2

  4. Value
    Many feel the cruise offers good value for what is included, especially for those who want a balance of history, comfort, and ease (i.e. much handled for you). Egypt Escapes+1

  5. Service & Dining
    Generally positive comments about staff friendliness and helpfulness. Dining options are said to be good, though with some caveats (see below). Tripadvisor+2Sailawaze+2

What Guests are Less Happy With / Weaknesses

These are recurring complaints or the “fine print” issues to consider:

  1. Food and Drinks
    Some guests expected higher quality or more variety, or felt alcohol/wine selection was limited or not of the highest standard. Cocktails sometimes “disappointing” in reviews. Tripadvisor+1

  2. Cabin / Ship Issues

    • Smaller ensuite bathrooms; space can be tight. Tripadvisor

    • Some cabins/facilities may not yet feel fully refurbished or have minor defects (e.g. leaks, things not working as expected). Tripadvisor+1

  3. Noise / Location

    • Ships often dock quite close to each other on the Nile; noise from quayside bars, neighbouring ships. The Times+2Tripadvisor+2

    • Evening entertainment areas can be just overhead of certain cabins, which may disturb light sleepers. The Times+1

  4. Pressure to Buy / Shopping During Excursions
    Several reviews mention being taken to local artisan shops / bazaars where strong expectations to purchase goods exist. Some guests felt this was “underhand” or too aggressive. Tripadvisor

  5. Accessibility
    The ships are not wheelchair friendly; there are multiple staircases; tours and sites often have uneven ground, steps, etc. Not ideal for those with reduced mobility. TUI.co.uk

  6. Illness / Hygiene
    A few people report guests falling ill during the cruise. Some attributed it to food, others to general surroundings. Tripadvisor

Overall Rating / Summary

Putting together strengths and weaknesses:

  • If you want an immersive cultural experience, visiting the temples and sites, with good comfort and relatively fewer hassles, TUI’s Nile River Cruises are among the better options.

  • If luxury is your top priority (e.g. very high-end finish, ultra-premium alcohol, super large cabins, bespoke service), there are other operators that might exceed TUI.

  • For many travellers, the price vs experience is favourable.

I’d rate it around 4 out of 5 for someone who values history, culture, good food, and manageable-luxury rather than ultra-premium indulgence.

Important Tips / What to Expect

If you decide to go, here are things to watch out for / do beforehand:

  • Book early, especially for peak season, since demand is high. Cruise Trade News+1

  • Bring earplugs if you’re sensitive to noise. Cabins near decks with entertainment or near the quays might be noisy.

  • Read carefully about what is included: some drinks / excursions might be optional / extra.

  • Be aware of tipping (‘baksheesh’) culture; having small local currency ready helps.

  • Ensure your health / mobility needs are arranged (e.g. if stairs, or uneven ground at temples).

  • Confirm pick-ups / transfers (airport to ship, etc.), since sometimes luggage delays or miscommunication have been reported. Tripadvisor

Comparison vs Other Operators (Brief)

  • Some luxury Nile cruise ships are more expensive but offer more spacious cabins, more premium food and drink, fewer guests, more personalised service.

  • TUI is stronger on cost-value trade-off: good quality, well-organised itineraries, newer ships (in this case), with wide appeal.

If you like, I can write a direct comparison of TUI vs 2 or 3 other Nile cruise companies (pros, cons, best for different traveller types) to help you choose. Would that be useful?

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