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S.S. Sphinx: ship guide
An all-suite, 84-guest Super Ship on the Nile with a pool and two restaurants.
Best for: Travelers who want to see Egypt in depth with an Egyptologist, on a small all-suite ship with a pool, included drinks and gratuities, and the option of a family-friendly Generations departure in December. Sails from Cairo, Luxor in 2026 and 2027.
About S.S. Sphinx
S.S. Sphinx is Uniworld’s Nile Super Ship, launched in 2021 for the line’s Egypt program. It carries just 84 guests in 42 suites, every one with a French balcony, and has a staff of 60, which gives it one of the highest crew-to-guest ratios on the Nile. The decor was made by local artisans from regionally sourced materials, including fine Egyptian cottons, marble and hand-carved blonde wood, so the ship feels like a boutique hotel on the river rather than a floating resort.
On board you will find two gourmet dining venues, a restaurant and a bistro, a lounge and lobby bar, a swimming pool and sun deck, a gym and a massage room. Suites run from 233-square-foot French Balcony rooms through 301-square-foot Deluxe French Balcony rooms to eighteen 430-square-foot Grand Suites and four 592-square-foot Royal Suites. Uniworld notes that S.S. Sphinx is operated for the line, so some amenities differ from its company-owned ships in Europe.
The ship sails the 12-day Splendors of Egypt & the Nile program in 2026 and 2027, which opens and closes with hotel nights in Cairo and puts guests aboard in Luxor for a cruise between Luxor and Aswan with an Egyptologist, including the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Edfu and Abu Simbel. It suits travelers who want Egypt done thoroughly and comfortably, with gratuities, excursions and drinks included, and selected December departures carry the family-friendly Generations Collection program.
- All-suite ship: 42 suites for 84 guests, every one with a French balcony
- Staff of 60 for 84 guests, one of the highest ratios on the Nile
- Bespoke decor by local artisans using Egyptian cotton, marble and hand-carved blonde wood
- Swimming pool and sun deck for the hot afternoons between temple visits
- Two gourmet dining venues, a restaurant and a bistro, plus a lounge and lobby bar
- Royal Suites of 592 square feet and Grand Suites of 430 square feet
- Gym and massage room on board
- Sails the 12-day Splendors of Egypt & the Nile with an Egyptologist and included excursions
Staterooms and suites
French Balcony
Sixteen suites of 233 square feet with a French balcony, the entry category on this all-suite ship and comfortable for a couple spending days ashore at the temples.
Deluxe French Balcony
Four larger suites of 301 square feet with a French balcony and more sitting space.
Grand Suite
Eighteen Grand Suites of 430 square feet, the most common category on board, with a French balcony, a separate seating area and a large bathroom.
Royal Suite
Four Royal Suites of 592 square feet, the largest accommodations on the ship, with a French balcony and a living area; the top choice for a milestone trip to Egypt.
S.S. Sphinx deck plans
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Karnak Deck
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On board S.S. Sphinx
Dining on S.S. Sphinx
RestaurantIncluded
The main dining room, with breakfast and lunch buffets plus made-to-order dishes and a multi-course dinner that mixes Egyptian and Western cooking.
BistroIncluded
The ship’s second, more casual gourmet venue for lighter meals and an alternative dinner setting.
Lounge and lobby barIncluded
The social hub for pre-dinner talks from the Egyptologist, local entertainment and drinks with a view of the river.
All-inclusive drinksIncluded
Fine wines, local beers, spirits and soft drinks are included throughout the cruise, and gratuities for ship and shore staff are included in Egypt, including on pre- and post-cruise land stays.
Entertainment and activities
- Swimming pool and sun deck with loungers for Nile sailing days
- Lounge with nightly entertainment, including local musicians and dancers
- Gym and massage room
- Egyptologist-led excursions every day, from Karnak and the Valley of the Kings to Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae
- Flight and visit to Abu Simbel included on the Splendors of Egypt program
- Gratuities for onboard and onshore staff included
- Generations Collection family program on selected December departures
Families and who it suits
Uniworld accepts guests aged 5 and over in Egypt, with under-18s sharing a suite with an adult aged 21 or older; the ship runs Generations Collection family departures of Splendors of Egypt & the Nile in December 2026 and December 2027 with activities and amenities for children and teens, while other dates carry few kids’ activities.
Best for: Travelers who want to see Egypt in depth with an Egyptologist, on a small all-suite ship with a pool, included drinks and gratuities, and the option of a family-friendly Generations departure in December.
Sails from: Cairo, Luxor · Regions: Nile
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Facts checked against Uniworld: S.S. Sphinx, Uniworld: Generations Collection, Uniworld: FAQ on October 14, 2026. Ship details change with refurbishments; your SmartCruiser advisor confirms the current layout when you book.
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