London - 19 January 2016

The Oberoi Group has announced the new Oberoi Philae, an ultra-luxurious Nile cruiser and the latest to be launched in Egypt. The Oberoi Group's newest addition to its portfolio features 22 spacious cabins and suites, some of the largest on the Nile today. Each room has large French doors that offer picturesque views of the Nile and its changing landscapes. The cruiser also incorporates the latest technology including high-speed Wi-Fi.

The Oberoi Philae will cruise between Aswan and Luxor in Egypt (and vice versa) as part of a 4-night or 6-night itinerary. The Group, which already operates another luxury cruiser, the Oberoi Zahra, is increasing its presence on the Nile with the Oberoi Philae. Adding to the luxury provided by the Oberoi Zahra, the Oberoi Philae offers unrivalled views of the River Nile, as guests experience the legendary Oberoi service and explore 5,000 years of Egyptian culture, with English-speaking Egyptologists on board.

Cox & Kings (020 3642 0861; coxandkings.co.uk) is offering a discount of £905 per person sharing on the 10 day / 9 night Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise tour, including a 6-night sailing on the Oberoi Philae, 5-star accommodation in Cairo, and international flights from London when booked by 29 February 2016. The price has dropped from £3,595 to £2,690 per person, valid on departures up until 6 March 2016.

Mr. Mahmoud Nourelden, manager of the the Oberoi Philae said, “The luxury Nile cruiser offers the discerning traveller an oasis of tranquillity with service that is warm, intuitive and personalised. We are confident that the cruiser will add tangible value to the hospitality sector in Egypt.”

The restaurant offers extraordinary culinary options of Western, Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine with uninterrupted views of the Nile. On the Upper Deck, home to a temperature-controlled swimming pool, guests can enjoy lunch, light meals and snacks at the poolside restaurant. The cruiser also features a chic bar and cigar lounge which is furnished with intimate tables, a dance floor and a state-of-the-art movie theatre. The 24-hour gymnasium offers stunning views to accompany a workout, as does The Oberoi Spa.

The Oberoi Philae gives travellers the added opportunity to experience the group's award-winning hospitality making it the preferred choice for discerning leisure travellers.

For further information or images of the Oberoi Philae, please contact Silki Sehgal, Director of Corporate Communiations at the Oberoi Group on +91 11 2389 0505 or email silki.sehgal@oberoigroup.com

For more information from Cox & Kings UK, please contact Kimberley Hay on +44 (0)20 7808 5694 or email Kimberley.hay@coxandkings.co.uk

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About The Oberoi Group
The Oberoi Group, which was founded in 1934, operates 30 luxury hotels in several countries, two luxury Nile Cruisers, and a Motor Vessel in the backwaters of Kerala under the luxury 'Oberoi' brand. The Group is also engaged in flight catering, airport restaurants, travel and tour services, car rentals, project management and corporate air charters. www.oberoihotels.com | www.tridenthotels.com

About Oberoi Hotels & Resorts 
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts are synonymous the world over for providing the right blend of service, luxury and quiet efficiency. Internationally acclaimed for all-round excellence and unparalleled levels of service, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts have received innumerable awards and accolades.

A distinctive feature of the Group's hotels is their highly motivated and well trained staff who provides exceptionally attentive, personalised and warm service. The Group's luxury hotels have established a reputation for redefining the paradigm of luxury and excellence in service amongst hotels around the world.

About Cox & Kings

Cox & Kings is the world's longest established travel company. Its history stretches back more than 250 years to 1758 when Richard Cox was appointed regimental agent to the Footguards (later the Grenadier Guards). The company's fortunes grew hand in hand with the British empire and by the early 20th century the company was acting as agent and banker throughout the armed forces and as a shipping agent. In 1922 Cox & Co merged with the Henry S King bank, which had strong connections with India. The bank became part of Lloyds and the shipping agency grew separately, evolving into the modern travel company.

Today, built on the high quality service and attention to detail established by Richard Cox in the 18th century, the company continues to flourish as an independent tour operator, with operations in London, the US, Japan, Australia and throughout India. Cox & Kings organises escorted small-group tours and private tailor-made travel in the Indian Subcontinent, Latin America, the Middle East, the Far East, Africa, Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific, and the Caribbean. www.coxandkings.co.uk