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S.S. Sphinx

3 upcoming departures  ·  3 itineraries
Class Rivership
Built 2021
Guests 84
Crew 60
Length 72.0 m
Beam 14.8 m
Decks 5
Cabins 42

About S.S. Sphinx

S.S. Sphinx is an intimate Nile rivership carrying 84 guests in 42 all-French-balcony suites and staterooms. Designed with Egyptian-inspired interiors, the vessel combines locally sourced materials, marble and hand-carved wood with two dining venues, a sun-deck pool, fitness facilities and a massage room. Its compact size is well suited to Nile cruising, while the ship’s lounge and open decks provide relaxing spaces between visits to Egypt’s historic river sites. Uniworld notes that amenities may differ from those on its company-owned ships.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Purpose-built Nile Super Ship with Egyptian-inspired décor, 84-guest capacity, French balconies in every accommodation and a sun-deck swimming pool.

Dining

Two dining venues are provided, including the main restaurant and a bistro-style venue. Cuisine and décor reflect Egyptian influences alongside international dining.

Entertainment

The ship offers a lounge, panoramic outdoor areas and destination-focused programming associated with Uniworld’s Egypt cruises.

Staterooms & suites

The 42 accommodations comprise 4 Royal Suites, 18 Grand Suites, 4 Deluxe French Balcony staterooms and 16 French Balcony staterooms. All accommodations have French balconies.

Pools, spa & wellness

Facilities include a swimming pool, gym, massage room and sun deck.

Environmental features

Uniworld describes the ship as using regionally sourced materials and working to minimize its carbon footprint. The interiors incorporate Egyptian cotton, marble and hand-carved wood.

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Itineraries & Sailings

11 Nights

11 Nights Middle East Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Sep 26, 2026
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Middle East Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Oct 24, 2026
1 upcoming departure
11 Nights

11 Nights Middle East Cruise

Ports of Call
Next: Oct 17, 2026
1 upcoming departure

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Sep 26, 2026 Oct 7, 2026 11 Nights Middle East Cruise 11 Africa & Middle East Book →
Oct 17, 2026 Oct 28, 2026 11 Nights Middle East Cruise 11 Africa & Middle East Book →
Oct 24, 2026 Nov 4, 2026 11 Nights Middle East Cruise 11 Africa & Middle East Book →