Generally we found that shop keepers annoyed us no end. We would spend more money if we were allowed to choose or even have a look. With a little Arabic I managed to fenced them off and say no etc. At the end it was okay and we will go back to see more of the sites we didn't have time to see this time.

Overall the cruise has been an amazing experience. I definitely recommend same to anyone considering this adventure...it is truly an amazing experience.
To the entire crew of the Ms Nile Odyssey, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks for your warmth and hospitality and making me feel as if i were at home. You guys are all amazing and keep up the great work. Hope to see you all again one day.

Overall experience we enjoyed very much, we did feel pressured at the meal times to purchase drinks but I suppose if like us you mainly drank water the bill at the end of the week was not to bad. We met some lovely people from Wales whom were about our age range and they had been before so that was handy, we learnt a lot of tips. The heat was a bit oppresive at first but take a good sun hat and in some instances an umbrella I believe it shelters you very well and plenty of water and we are sure you will enjoy it.

All of the crew was simply fantastic! From the persons at the reception desk to the staff in the restaurant, everybody was so kind and polite. Really, it's a great ship. I recommend anyone who plans on going on a Nile cruise to consider the MS Nile Odyssey as an option. You couldn't possibly be disappointed! All of the visits to the temples and other sites are very interesting, and the schedule is well balanced, too.

Our first visit to Egypt saw us on the MS Nile Odyssey at the start of the holiday in Luxor. Our first impression on board was favourable. It was clean and tidy. The staff were friendly and polite, and not pushy. There were no 'baksheesh' requests at anytime from anyone on board. The shop had fixed prices on everything and they were fair prices too. Everything was cool, calm and efficient. If only we had appreciated this at the time!
Our time on the Nile Odyssey was easily the best part of the holiday. It's a pity that the rest of Egypt doesn't follow suit.
If you visit Egypt for the first time and stay on the Nile Odyssey, use the shop on board to get your gifts at a good price; they probably wont be beaten elsewhere, no matter how hard you try.
Summary 10/10 - Well Done - Hilton Group take note!

Excellent food on the Presidential MS Nile Odyssey, great staff very friendly and polite. Our guide was excellent and made everything so interesting. We will be back hopefully next year. No bad points

Accessing the boat at Luxor was not very appealing - 16 unlit steps down to pokey little quayside - somewhat off putting. Could do better - first impressions count! On board ship made a fortune from the dressing up nights!!! Postcards haven't arrrived 4 weeks after posting on board ship as recommended!
Aswan was the best place to visit. Shop-keepers and kids touting goods made the holiday a complete nightmare!!
However, went to see the tombs and temples and all I can say is WOW they were amazing. Go to Abu Simbel by coach you see more. The balloon trip is superb. Do the afternoon boat trip at Aswan rather than the city tour - so relaxing on the river!

I enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere and the friendliness and helpfulness of the crew. I did not like the single sittings for lunch and dinner I was not impressed by the entertainment provided on some evenings. A most relaxed and pleasant 3 nights of an 11 day holiday.

We had an excellent holiday, our Egyptologist was great explaining everything, always there for help, advice or just a chat.
It was the same with the staff, they work such long hours away from there families but are always cheerful, which is great to see.
Loved it so much already planning for the next holiday to Luxor and the Nile.
DEFINITELY WOULD RECOMMEND IT'S A DREAM COME TRUE, WOW!!!

This has to have been one of our best holidays ever and our thanks to Longwood, Presidential Nile Cruises, all the staff on the MS Odyssey and particularly to the excellent guide Hossan.

We stayed four days on M/S Nile Odyssey and we had a great time. I really loved it. The food was great. Also, our English speaking guide was the best. I would really like to do this again.

We had 4 nights from Luxor to Aswan booked through Longwoods. The excursions included all the major sights along the route, plus they offered us extra excursions (like a Balloon flight over the Valley of the Kings). Everything was organised like clockwork, and our guide was excellent. He made the ancient history come to life. He had a great sense of humour and a lovely giggle.

I highly recommend the Presidential MS Nile Odyssey cruise!