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We cruised the Nile in Egypt and it CHANGED us. What you need to know!

Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
Visit With Us (Rich and Helen)
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πŸ‘οΈ 63K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 33:49

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Editorial Summary

The creators provide a detailed review of their experience aboard the SS Sphinx, a Uniworld ship sailing the River Nile in Egypt. They describe the cruise as an intensive, expedition-style journey characterized by early morning starts and frequent excursions led by knowledgeable Egyptologists. The review covers various aspects of the trip, including the flamboyant and authentic Egyptian decor of the accommodations, which they found to be high quality despite a lack of heating in the suites. They praise the dining experience for its authentic Middle Eastern flavors and generous service, specifically highlighting the buffet and a candlelit Egyptian buffet. The creators also discuss the onboard entertainment, noting that it is primarily pre-dinner and includes lively local performances such as folklore shows. While they recommend the cruise for its cultural immersion and jaw-dropping historical sites, they advise travelers to be prepared for the intense heat, the necessity of haggling in local markets, and the stark contrasts between beautiful landscapes and areas of extreme hardship. They conclude that the experience is a once in a lifetime opportunity that offers deep cultural and historical enrichment.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Seriously Tasty
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Bacon Bliss

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

a River Nile cruise is not for the faint-hearted it will Delight you excite you enthrall you but it will also shock you move you and sadden you

this is not click bait when I say keep watching we've got a lot to talk about

the accommodation here is the best we've had

the dining is what we expected from Uniworld with lots of local Cuisine thrown in

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Be prepared for early morning starts and a busy itinerary
βœ“Bring warm clothes for cool mornings and evenings
βœ“Be vigilant and ready to haggle when shopping in Egypt
βœ“Don't make eye contact with sellers to avoid being hassled
βœ“Respect the extra security measures in Egypt

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting 'templed out' from too many temple visits β€” Each temple is different and the egyptologists bring them to life with storytelling
Extreme hardship seen in some areas of Egypt β€” Be prepared for contrasts; it's part of the visceral experience

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on a Nile River cruise with Uniworld?
QWhat are the accommodation and ship design like on S.S. Sphinx?
QWhat is the food like on board?
QWhat entertainment and excursions are offered?
QIs Egypt safe for tourists and what should you expect?

Topics Covered

Service Crew5 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconCabin Suite4Β½ Happy BaconExcursions3Β½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy BaconPool Deck2Β½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3Β½ Happy BaconPort Destination3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Aswan4 Happy Bacon
Top: Papyrus Factory
Cairo2Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Four Seasons Hotel Cairo
Luxor4 Happy Bacon
Top: Folklore Show
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