Hilton launches the Nile River cruise

Hilton has recently announced it extends its global trail -but may not be what you expect. Hotel luxury brand Waldorf Astoria, entering a sailing game with the Nile’s travel schedule that will take place in 2026.

In April, the hotel brand, along with the Middle East for Nile Cruisers, announced Waldorf Astoria River Experience, a cruise designed to “bring Waldorf Astoria’s elegant service to Africa’s longest and most famous river,” According to a press release.

As Hilton explained in the statement, it would offer a four or six -night travel travel, whether down from the Nile from the Nile from Luxor Egypt, to Aswan Egypt, or over the river in the opposite direction, departs from its private dock at both points.

“Waldorf Astoria is in an incredible new era, creating an unforgettable and deep experience at the most sought after destination,” said Dino Michael, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Hilton Luxury Brands, said in a statement obtained by Travel + free time. “… This new destination experience offers guests of amazing Egyptian scenery, and we look forward to welcoming guests on this experience as it launches next year.”

During the voyage, guests will have the opportunity to explore the temples in Luxor and the King Valley, as well as go to a guided tour of cultural attractions at Egypt, including Esna, Kom Ombo, and Edfu.

Although there is certainly a lot to do from the ship, the show stars here may be the ship itself.

According to Hilton, the ship that Waldorf Astoria Nile River’s experience has five decks and only 29 suites, ensuring personal service from the moment you step in. Although there is only the appearance of the room (for now), the vision includes lightweight wooden floors, bright white linens, separate bedding and living rooms, and large windows and doors open to the balcony, allowing the Egyptian sun to illuminate every inch of the vessel.

There are also all the Luxe facilities that can be expected, including “sophisticated fitness centers and spa,” along with “its own food and beverage experience, such as Waldorf Astoria’s Signature Peacock Alley, Brasserie who will serve Egyptian talks, Mediterranean, Mediterranean, and international Waldoruf Astoria. Enjoy the view of the second nil -both day and night.

However, this is not Hilton’s first fight to Egypt. The company said in a statement that it currently has 14 hotels sprinkled nationwide and “set to double its presence” there through its lifestyle brand. And, as Michael added, the new cruise was just the beginning of the adventure coming from the brand, with the “opening of Waldorf Astoria New York expected, and started destinations including the latest openings in Osaka and Costa Rica, and in the future with Sydney, London, Jaipur and more.”

The voyage will start at the end of 2026, so wait Hilton’s website For booking details.