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Amwaj Nile Cruise — Rates, Facts, Photos & Booking Help
Book Amwaj Nile Cruise. Ultra Luxury vessel sailing Aswan ↔ Luxor over 3 or 4 nights. Departs Monday/Thursday. $570 - $930 according to seasonality.
Amwaj Nile Cruise Description
Amwaj Nile Cruise carries an official 5 Stars rating from the Egyptian Tourism Authority, is rated as a Ultra Luxury cruise in our editorial standards, has 62 cabins, with a size of 24 m². Each cabin features a large panoramic window facing the Nile. At that scale, the boat sits in the larger category by Nile-cruise standards — large enough to feel sociable, but not so big that meals require staggered seatings or temple disembarkations turn into queues.
Launched in late 2014, the MS Amwaj Living Stone injects a wave of contemporary, ultra-deluxe hospitality into the classic Luxor-to-Aswan route. Bypassing the dated aesthetics common to older riverboats, this vessel features sleek, modern design across its four passenger decks. Accommodating guests in sixty-two thoughtfully appointed quarters, it operates as a floating luxury hotel rather than a standard transit ferry. The ship appeals to a diverse demographic—from honeymooners seeking sophisticated tranquility to families requiring expansive, functional living space. By focusing on highly personalized service, advanced safety infrastructure, and an unhurried onboard atmosphere, the operator provides a reliable, deeply comfortable basecamp. It is designed specifically for culturally curious travelers who want to explore Upper Egypt's heavy history without sacrificing the polished amenities and hygienic assurances of a premium international resort.
Imagine waking to soft light over the water, the only sound the gentle wash of the Nile against the hull. On Amwaj, days unfold at the pace of the river: unhurried breakfasts on a sunlit deck, the cool hush of your suite in the afternoon, and evenings spent watching five-thousand-year-old temples glide past as the sky turns amber. This is Egypt at its most serene and most refined — every detail considered, nothing left to chance.
🛏️ Accommodation
Expansive layouts and modern aesthetics define the accommodation experience onboard. The vessel eschews cramped nautical quarters in favor of sixty-two spacious rooms, ranging from twenty-square-meter Deluxe Cabins to sprawling fifty-square-meter Royal Suites located on the third deck. While the ship does not feature step-out balconies, every room is equipped with massive, wall-to-wall panoramic windows that keep the shifting agrarian riverbanks constantly in view. The climate-controlled interiors prioritize deep comfort, outfitted with smart contemporary furnishings, LCD televisions, and personal minibars. Crucially, the vessel features comprehensive soundproofing to ensure uninterrupted rest after exhausting desert excursions. The en-suite bathrooms are modern and functional, frequently out-fitted with full-size bathtubs rather than simple standing showers, providing a highly appreciated space to wash away the dust of morning temple explorations in complete privacy.
- Private en-suite bathroom with shower, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Satellite TV, in-house video channels, mini-bar
- In-cabin electronic safety deposit box
🍽️ Dining & Cuisine
Culinary execution during the voyage centers around a spacious, lower-deck main dining room framed by large windows, ensuring scenic views accompany every meal. Operating on a dependable full-board schedule, the kitchen presents elaborate, diverse buffets for breakfast and lunch, thoughtfully mixing international staples with authentic regional Egyptian flavors like freshly prepared koshary. As evening approaches, the culinary tone shifts, with dinners frequently transitioning to a more sophisticated à la carte service, moving away from repetitive evening buffets. For daytime refreshment, the upper sun deck bar provides chilled beverages and afternoon tea against a backdrop of panoramic river views. Once the sun sets, the classy Tanya Lounge on the main deck becomes the ship's social anchor, serving expertly mixed cocktails near a dedicated dance floor to keep the atmosphere vibrant.
🌊 Leisure & Entertainment
Downtime between onshore temple visits is easily absorbed by the vessel’s surprisingly robust recreational spaces. The topmost deck is dominated by a sprawling, two-hundred-and-fifty-square-meter shaded sunbathing area equipped with comfortable loungers, a refreshing swimming pool, and an adjacent open-air Jacuzzi—highly popular during the fierce midday heat. Down below, wellness enthusiasts will discover a comprehensive spa center offering professional massage treatments, a traditional sauna, and a steam room to soothe tired muscles. Active passengers can utilize the onboard gymnasium to maintain their fitness routines while watching the ancient shoreline roll by. The interior public areas prioritize quiet luxury, offering internet access and a boutique gift shop. Evening activities strike an engaging cultural note, featuring nightly entertainment programs, music, and local performances within the stylish lounge spaces.
✨ What Makes It Unique
What fundamentally distinguishes this cruiser from the saturated five-star market is its unwavering commitment to modern hygiene and structural tranquility. The implementation of an advanced ultraviolet water purification system provides immense peace of mind for international travelers concerned about local tap water. Furthermore, comprehensive soundproofing across the cabin decks successfully eliminates the disruptive engine hum that plagues many older riverboats. The shift to à la carte evening dinners adds a level of culinary sophistication rarely seen on similarly priced vessels. Reviewers consistently praise the ship's ability to cater seamlessly to varied demographics. The remarkably large standard cabin size of twenty square meters makes it uniquely comfortable for families traveling with children, all without compromising the upscale, deeply relaxing atmosphere expected by couples and solo adventurers.
🛎️ Onboard Facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Laundry service
- Onboard gift shop
- Internet access in designated areas
- Major credit cards accepted (VISA, Mastercard)
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Amwaj Nile Cruise Rates in USD
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- All rates are per person in USD, full-board with all sightseeing included.
- Holiday seasons (Christmas, Easter, New Year) carry a supplement reflecting peak demand.
- Single supplement 50% of Adult in Double cabin rate.
- Triple reduction 3% of Adult in Double rate.
- Junior Suite Rate is equal to two Single Cabins.
- Royal & Presidential Suites Rate is equal to two Double Cabins.
- For cruise-only without sightseeing, deduct $120 from the 3-night price and $160 from the 4-night price.
Amwaj Nile Cruise Children Policy
| Age category / arrangement | Rate |
|---|---|
| Infant (under 3 years) | Free of charge — Maximum 1 free Infant per Cabin; second Infant in cabin will be charged Child Rate |
| Child (3 – 12 years) | 50% of the adult rate |
| Child (12 years or older) | Full adult rate |
| Maximum children per cabin | 1 child sharing 2 adults, or 2 children sharing 1 adult |
| 1 child + 1 adult sharing one cabin | No discount — same rate as 2 adults in double cabin |
| 2 children in a separate cabin | Same rate as 1 adult in single cabin |
What's Included & What's Not
✅ The Rate Includes
- Accommodation for 3 or 4 nights in your chosen cabin category
- Transfer from airport, train station or hotel on arrival
- Full-board dining: breakfast, lunch and dinner
- All guided sightseeing tours per the standard 3 / 4-night itinerary
- Services of a licensed, professional Egyptologist guide
- All entrance fees to historical sites named in the itinerary (Except Optional Tours)
- Departure transfer to airport / train station
❌ The Rate Excludes
- Tours not mentioned in the itinerary
- Optional excursions (e.g. Abu Simbel, hot-air balloon)
- Beverages: water, soft drinks, alcohol
- Tipping for cruise crew and guide (gratuities)
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, etc.)
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees
Before you book: Review the full payment, amendment, and refund terms in our Cancellation Policy.
Amwaj is your best fit if
- You prefer a traditional window cabin over a balcony — Amwaj's cabins have river-facing windows.
- You want the amenity range of a larger Nile vessel — Amwaj has 62 cabins, among the larger ships sailing the Aswan–Luxor route.
- You want the highest tier of Nile cruise experience — Amwaj sits in the ultra-luxury class with the segment's most refined service and accommodation.
Amwaj isn't your best fit if
- If you need an elevator between decks, consider Soleil, Antares, and Al Hambra.
- If you specifically want suite-only accommodation, try to use our search bar and find an All-Suites cruise.
- If you want a restored heritage vessel, consider Karim, Sudan, and Memnon.
- If you want a walk-out balcony instead of a French balcony, try to use our search bar and find an Outside Balcony cruise.
Itineraries
Amwaj sails the classic Aswan↔Luxor route. Choose between a 3-night cruise (Aswan → Luxor) or a 4-night cruise (Luxor → Aswan). 3-night departures from Aswan are typically on Monday. 4-night departures from Luxor are typically on Thursday.
3-Night Itinerary: Aswan → Luxor
Full detailed 3-Night Aswan → Luxor itinerary →
4-Night Itinerary: Luxor → Aswan
Frequently Asked Questions
Specifics about Amwaj — class and rating, cabin layout, itineraries, departure days, and the practicalities of sailing on this particular vessel.
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Looking for general Nile-cruise information? For visa requirements, packing checklists, tipping etiquette, dress codes, optional excursions, and the daily rhythm of cruise life, see our Comprehensive Nile Cruise Guide for First-Timers — the answers in that guide apply to every Nile cruise on the route, including Amwaj.
Why Book With Nile-Cruise-Egypt.com?
We’ve spent 25+ years booking Nile cruises and treat every reservation as the start of a long-term relationship, not a one-off transaction. Here’s what that means in practice:
- Honest cruise matching, not the highest commission — we recommend the boat that fits your budget, dates, and travel style, even when it isn’t the one paying us the most.
- One named consultant from enquiry to disembarkation — you won’t be passed between agents or talk to a different person each time you email.
- No bait pricing — the rate you see is the rate you pay; cabin upgrades, optional excursions, and seasonal supplements are quoted up-front, never sprung at checkout.
- Operator-direct rates — we work directly with Nile cruise operators, so what you pay is comparable to booking the boat yourself, with the added safety net of our support throughout.
- Egypt-based, on-the-ground support — our office is in Cairo, not a call centre in another country; if something needs fixing during your trip, we can act on it locally and immediately.
- Most travellers return or refer us — repeat bookings and word-of-mouth referrals make up the majority of our work, which is the only customer-satisfaction metric we trust.
From your first enquiry through to disembarkation, our priority is honest guidance, peace of mind, and a Nile cruise you’ll remember as a personal experience — not just a trip.
Family Travel, Made Effortless
A Nile cruise is one of the easiest ways to travel Egypt with family. Unpack once — your floating hotel moves with you, so there are no early-morning hotel checkouts, no repacking, and no long road transfers between cities. You wake up already at the next temple.
We take the logistics off your plate so you can focus on the experience:
- Transfers handled — airport pickups and all moves between the boat and the sites are arranged for you.
- Meals included — full-board dining on board, so there’s no hunting for restaurants with tired, hungry children.
- Expert Egyptologist guides — licensed guides bring the temples to life at a pace that keeps all ages engaged.
- Everything in one place — pool, dining, sun deck and cabins together, so families stay close and relaxed between excursions.
The result: less stress, fewer logistics, and more time making memories together.
A Shared Ship, Your Own Experience
You travel alongside other guests, but your experience stays very much your own. The ship is the setting — how you enjoy it is up to you.
- Your private cabin — every cabin has its own en-suite bathroom and individual climate control, so your space is entirely yours, set to your comfort.
- Dine your way — share a table and meet fellow travellers, or keep to yourselves; the choice is yours at every meal.
- Private excursions on request — prefer to explore the temples with your own guide and vehicle rather than the group? We can arrange private touring for you.
- Your own pace — join every activity or simply relax on the sun deck and watch the Nile drift by. Nothing is compulsory.
It’s the ease of a guided cruise with the privacy and flexibility of independent travel.
Why Book Now Rather Than Later
There’s no pressure here — but there are real, practical reasons not to leave Amwaj sitting in a browser tab. Booking now removes risk rather than adding it:
- Cabins and dates are limited — each boat sails on a fixed schedule with a fixed number of cabins. Popular dates and the best cabin categories sell first; once a departure fills, no amount of budget brings it back.
- Today’s price can rise — Nile cruise rates move with fuel costs, temple entrance fees, and government taxes. When those go up, published prices follow. The figure you see today is not guaranteed to be there next month.
- Your deposit locks today’s price — place your 20% deposit and the rate you were quoted is held for your booking, even if prices rise afterwards. You are protected from increases the moment you confirm.
- There’s no downside to securing it — with a low 20% deposit, 0% interest instalments on the balance, and free date, cruise, and name changes, booking early costs you nothing in flexibility. You simply lock the cabin and the price, and keep your options open.
In short: waiting risks losing your cabin or paying more, while booking now secures both — with every guarantee below standing behind your reservation.
Booking Guarantees & Flexibility
Every Amwaj booking with Nile-Cruise-Egypt.com comes with the guarantees below. These are the same terms set out in our booking contract and cancellation policy — summarised here so you know exactly where you stand before you pay.
Flexible, transparent payment
- 20% deposit to book. You secure your cabin with a 20% deposit at the time of booking — not the full amount up front.
- 0% interest instalments. Pay the balance in equal monthly instalments at no added cost. The final instalment is due 30 days before your travel date.
Cabin guarantees
- No lower-deck cabins, guaranteed. You will never be placed in a lower-deck cabin.
- Top-deck assurance. A guaranteed top-deck cabin is available for a 10% supplement — or free of charge as top check-in priority, subject to availability on the day.
Change & cancellation flexibility
- Free date change up to 30 days before your travel date (subject to any seasonal price difference).
- Free cruise swap up to 30 days before travel (subject to any price difference between the two cruises).
- Free name change up to 7 days before travel.
Price protection
- Locked-in price. Your price is protected against any future increase in cruise rates, fuel prices, government taxes, or entrance fees.
- Price-drop refund. If the price drops after you book, you receive the difference back (same booking conditions apply).
If an operational issue affects your cruise
Examples: urgent maintenance, administrative issues, or a cruise-specific force-majeure event.
- Reassignment to a similar or higher-category cruise.
- Conditions guaranteed — your original plan’s terms stay exactly as booked.
- No downgrade — you keep all rights, privileges, and cabin guarantees.
If there is a national or global shutdown
Examples: pandemic, airspace closure, navigation suspension, or any force-majeure event affecting all cruises.
- Postpone free of charge — move to a later date keeping the exact same booked plan, benefits, and conditions; or
- Full refund — receive a 100% refund.
Full terms, definitions, and any conditions are set out in our booking contract. If anything here is unclear, your dedicated consultant will walk you through it before you commit.
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Ready to Sail on Amwaj?
Ultimately, securing a reservation on this sleek vessel guarantees a highly contemporary, deeply comfortable method for exploring the ancient trade routes of the Nile. By combining expansive personal quarters with vital modern architectural upgrades like soundproofing and advanced water filtration, the operator effectively removes the logistical friction typically associated with traversing rural Egypt. Passengers depart with vivid memories of watching the sandstone cliffs drift past their massive panoramic windows, supported by a professional crew that intuitively anticipates daily needs. The careful balance of authentic cultural engagement and polished, high-end amenities makes this voyage consistently restorative. It stands as a premier choice for travelers who demand modern comforts, pristine hygiene, and generous personal space while diving headfirst into the profound history of the surrounding landscape.


