Standard · Nile cruise
Iberotel Amara Nile Cruise
The Iberotel Amara offers a deluxe Nile cruise experience, blending modern elegance with premium hospitality for travelers exploring the historic waterways between Luxor and Aswan.
Photo: David Berkowitz from New York, NY, USA / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0) — representative Nile photo, not this vessel
About the ship
Iberotel Amara Nile Cruise
The Iberotel Amara offers a deluxe Nile cruise experience, blending modern elegance with premium hospitality for travelers exploring the historic waterways between Luxor and Aswan.
Embark on a sophisticated journey through the heart of Egypt aboard the Iberotel Amara, a vessel in our deluxe category. This ship is designed for travelers who seek a refined atmosphere while navigating the legendary Nile River. The interior aesthetic focuses on contemporary comfort, ensuring that every moment spent between excursions is as relaxing as it is luxurious.
Following the classic route between Luxor and Aswan, the Iberotel Amara provides a stable and scenic platform to view the changing landscapes of Upper Egypt. The vessel typically features expansive public spaces, including a sun deck designed for panoramic viewing, allowing guests to witness the timeless agricultural scenes and ancient monuments that line the riverbanks.
- Duration options
- 3 nights · 4 nights · 7 nights
- Route
- Aswan ⇄ Luxor
- Type
- Standard · Cruise ship
- Capacity
- 100 cabins · up to 200 guests
- Starting from
- $545 per person
Sailing schedule
Fixed programs, weekly departures
3 Nights from Aswan
- Departs
- Monday · Wednesday · Friday
- Route
- Aswan → Luxor
- Duration
- 4 days / 3 nights
4 Nights from Luxor
- Departs
- Monday · Tuesday · Saturday
- Route
- Luxor → Aswan
- Duration
- 5 days / 4 nights
On board
Facilities & amenities
Ship facilities
Swimming pool on the sun deck
Elegant main dining room
Lounge bar and evening entertainment
Fitness equipment and gym area
Gift shop and boutique
Laundry service
Sun loungers and shaded areas
Cabins & suites
Deluxe CabinsWell-appointed staterooms featuring modern amenities, private bathrooms, and large windows for river views.
Junior SuitesEnhanced living space with premium furnishings and elevated views of the Nile landscape.
Presidential SuitesThe vessel's most spacious accommodations, offering separate sitting areas and high-end finishes.
The main restaurant serves a variety of international and Egyptian cuisines, typically presented as lavish buffets for breakfast and lunch. Evenings often feature themed dinners or plated service, focusing on fresh local ingredients and refined presentation.
Facilities as listed by the operator; confirmed with your booking.
Why this cruise
What makes it different
Spacious sun deck with lounging areas
Contemporary deluxe interior design
Professional onboard hospitality team
Strategic docking for key archaeological sites
Itineraries
Day by day, every program
Your routeAswan → Luxor
4days3nights
4 days / 3 nights
Aswan → Luxor
Day01Embark in Aswan
12:00 PM Board the ship in Aswan, receive your cabin keys and a welcome drink.
12:30 PM Lunch on board.
2:30 PM Visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, reached by motor boat, and the Aswan High Dam.
Evening Optional felucca sail around the Nile islands.
7:30 PM Dinner on board; overnight in Aswan.
Day02Kom Ombo and Edfu
7:00 AM Breakfast on board.
9:00 AM Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris.
12:30 PM Lunch on board while sailing to Edfu.
3:00 PM Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
7:30 PM Dinner on board; overnight sailing to Luxor through the Esna lock.
Day03Luxor East and West Banks
6:30 AM Breakfast on board.
7:30 AM West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
12:30 PM Lunch on board.
3:00 PM East Bank: Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
7:30 PM Dinner on board; overnight in Luxor.
Day04Disembark in Luxor
7:00 AM Breakfast on board.
8:30 AM Check out and transfer to your hotel, the airport, or your next tour.
Times are a typical schedule and can change with river traffic and lock timings.
Standard voyages include 3-night, 4-night, and 7-night itineraries covering essential landmarks such as the Karnak Temple Complex, the Temple of Edfu, and Kom Ombo. Guests will experience the full majesty of the Nile, concluding or beginning their journey in the historic cities of Luxor or Aswan.
Rates & pricing
Prices on request
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Ask for a quoteFAQs
Questions people actually ask
What is the typical route for the Iberotel Amara?
The ship typically sails between Luxor and Aswan, offering journeys that range from 3 to 7 nights depending on the season.
Is Wi-Fi available on the Iberotel Amara?
Yes, internet access is generally available in public areas, though signal strength may vary as the vessel moves through rural river sections.
What is the dress code for dinner?
The evening dress code is usually smart casual, while daytime attire is relaxed and focused on comfort for sightseeing.
Are shore excursions included?
Nourbelle Tours packages typically include guided shore excursions with Egyptologists, covering major sites like the Valley of the Kings.
Does the ship accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, the culinary team can accommodate most dietary needs, such as vegetarian or gluten-free diets, if notified in advance of the sailing.