Egyptian Wonders, MS Sun Ray

I had no idea what to expect from this Nile cruise but when I was there it was absolutely brilliant. The boat was lovely, and the best thing was how friendly everyone was. It was the best service I have ever had, and that is because it was personal. You got to know everyone. I really did miss the boat a lot when I left and I will definitely go back again. There is always things to do at night as well, and I found myself loving the Arabic and Nubian music and dancing. I couldn't have wished for anything else.

Egypt is the charming destination that everybody would like to see at least once in a lifetime. Whenever you think of Egypt, you will spontaneously think of the Nile. Such magnificent and rhythmic river was the life-giving force for a very unique civilization that ranks among the world's greatest incarnation of mankind history; namely Pharaonic Civilization.

Sailing up the Nile takes you there: explore the mysteries of the Pharaohs starting with the fascinating Thebes which was the capital of Upper Egypt for centuries and now known as Luxor; the world's most renown open-air museum, passing by the sunny southern Aswan or "Low Nubia" with its African spirit and colorful markets then ending by Lake Nasser hosting the extraordinary Abu Simbel temples; the most impressive temples built for Ramses II and his beautiful beloved wife Nefertari.

The romance of the Nile Cruise can be experienced in supreme opulence and comfort on any of Happy Center Travel luxurious fleet of floating hotels. You will experience an inspiring trip into the fascinating past through a very dazzling present, and a real opportunity of a lifetime.

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The boat was lovely and the staff were wonderful. The cabin we had was on the middle deck, it was quite small but very nice. We were only bothered by engine noise one night when berthed next to a boat which had a very loud generator going all night. The food was good, plenty of choice and the sweets were wonderful. Marco, our guide was great and certainly helped to make the trips to the tombs and temples interesting. He was very well informed and certainly knew his stuff. We had a lovely first week of the holiday - unfortunately the second week was ruined by illness but that was no-one's fault.

A most enjoyable 7-night cruise on MS Sun Ray with Egyptian Wonders, visiting the many temples and sights in Aswan and on the Nile. Cruising by day was delightful. Large, well-equipped cabins, very well-organised tours, well-appointed ship.

Very loud engine noise, especially when ship is sailing overnight

During the night, noise of idling engine and docking ships.

If you book this ship you wont' be disappointed. Although you can get cheap bargains on other ships you definitely get what you pay for in Egypt. After seeing the others ships I would be extremely reluctant to cruise the Nile with anyone else. Hope to return in 2008/9 (we went in 2006).

What a fantastic trip! The staff were brilliant, the guides were great and extremely knowledgeable. Food was lovely... cabin was spacious and clean - cannot fault the entire trip.

We had a fantastic trip on the MS Sun Ray all in all. Right from the Egyptian Wonders staff who took the reservation, through to the reception at the airport and then onto the boat. The excursions were stunning and awe inspiring. Our cruise included all the excursions except Abu Simbel, which was an optional extra. We chose not to do it this time but will certainly do it again next time.