This route is sailed by both the AmaDahlia and the AmaLilia. For more information on either ship or any other questions you have about river cruising, get in touch with our experts. Fill in the enquiry form below or email cruise@shandontravel.ie.

AmaDahlia

When it’s time to embark for your Nile River cruise, you’ll be warmly welcomed aboard a beautiful river cruise ship where luxury always means love with AmaWaterways. The stunning AmaDahlia is an inviting 72-passenger ship offering 36 staterooms, including 16 magnificent suites with a wealth of amenities that will surprise and delight you, including a heated sun-deck swimming pool and bar, The Chef’s Al Fresco Restaurant, hair and nail salon and two massage rooms. Marvel at scenic Nile River views in luxury, enjoy regionally inspired entertainment and savor the flavors of both local and Western cuisine on board.

AmaLilia

Debuting in 2024, our stunning AmaLilia isa true treasure of the Nile. Specially curated with upscale regionally inspired décor and 41 staterooms, including 13 marvelous suites, AmaLilia will carry you through Egypt in style with the luxurious amenities and exclusive experiences only AmaWaterways provides. Savor both exquisite Western and local fare infused with Middle Eastern spices at the Main Restaurant and enjoy one special evening sampling your way through the multi-course tasting menu at The Chef's Table. Treat yourself to a massage, manicure or pedicure on board and emerge anew. Plus, expand your mind by listening to the commentary of our expert Egyptologist, who will be joining you throughout your journey on board this lovely river cruise ship.

Cairo (Pre-Cruise)

• Arrival airport transfer
• 3 nights at The Nile Ritz-Carlton (AmaDahlia) / The St Regis Cairo (AmaLilia), including daily breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi
• Welcome Reception and Dinner
• Full-day Cairo tour with visits to Egyptian Museum: Home to King Tut’s treasures and a walking tour in Old Cairo
• Visit the ancient sites of Memphis, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx and Saqqara Museum and lunch at the historic Mena House Hotel

AmaDahlia Nile River Cruise

• 7-night river cruise in elegantly appointed accommodations
• Fine dining with a variety of choices, including The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
• Wine, beer and soft drinks included during lunch and dinner
• Sip & Sail cocktail hour
• Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, Captain’s Cocktail and Gala Dinner
• A dedicated English-speaking Egyptologist accompanying you on your river cruise journey
• Sip & Sail cocktail hour
• Nightly entertainment including a belly dance show, Galabeya Party and Darawish Show
• Visit to the outdoor Luxor Market and visit a Paprus shop and learn the history of this art from
• A variety of small group guided shore excursions
• Exclusive visits to the Tomb of Queen Nefertari and Nubian Village
• Complementary Wi-Fi

Cairo (Post-Cruise)

• One night at The Nile Ritz-Carlton (AmaDahlia) / The St Regis Cairo (AmaLilia) with breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi
• Visits to the Hanging Church and Ben Ezra Synagogue
• Exclusive private tour of the Abdeen Presidential Palace with special farewell lunch at the palace
• Departure airport transfer

Special offer: book by June 11th to save up to €1700 per couple on this incredible river cruise.

Price per person is based on 2 adults sharing and includes:

• 11 night luxury Secrets of Egypt & the Nile river cruise
• Lots of inclusions, including staying at the Nile Ritz-Carlton or St Regis in Cairo, transfers, meals, beverages, excursions and more

Please ask us about:

• Flights from Ireland to Cairo
• Travel Insurance

Subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply. Includes discount. Cruise + Land price shown is based on sailing onboard the AmaDahlia on June 11th 2025. Prices are live and not guaranteed until time of booking.

For more information please call us on 021 493 5806 or 0818 300 205, email cruise@shandontravel.ie, request a call back using the red button, or submit an enquiry through the form below.