The Ciela is a five-star ship and one of the larger ones on the river, carrying up to 199 guests, and the inside has been redone. There is a glass lift running between the decks, a sky sundeck with a pool, a pool bar and a jacuzzi, and a spa with a sauna and a steam room. It sails the classic route between Luxor and Aswan, three nights, four nights, or the full week without changing ship.
Twin and double cabins, each with a window the width of the room, a sitting corner and an en-suite bathroom with a bathtub.
There is a shop and a bazaar on board, a laundry service, and a doctor on call. Evenings usually include a cocktail reception, an Egyptian show and a galabeya party.
Booked and paid for on board, or arranged with us before you travel.
Prices are quoted in US dollars, per person, for the whole cruise, not per night. A cabin sleeps two. Taxes are included in the figure shown.
A quarter of the total confirms the cabin in your name. The balance is due on your first day in Egypt, in cash or by card. Card payments carry a 3% surcharge.
A child travelling free shares the parents’ cabin and does not get a separate bed. Tell us the ages when you enquire and we will price it exactly.
| Cancelled | Charge |
|---|---|
| 60 days or more before sailing | No charge |
| 59 to 30 days before | 25% of the total |
| 29 to 15 days before | 50% of the total |
| 14 to 7 days before | 75% of the total |
| Less than 7 days, or no show | 100% of the total |
If your plans change you can move your dates instead, free of charge more than 30 days before sailing and subject to availability. Peak periods and some departures carry different terms; your booking confirmation is what applies. No cancellation fee is charged for events outside anyone’s control, such as war, strike, epidemic or a sudden change in the law.
Yes, the Nile Cruise offers many recreational activities on board such as musical shows and dances, in addition to a swimming pool and fitness facilities.
You can find a rooftop pool, fitness center, spa, lounge bar, sundeck, restaurant, and gift shop
The Nile Cruise offers several types of rooms, such as standard rooms, deluxe cabins, luxury cabins, suites, and deluxe suites, to meet the needs of different guests.
While casual wear is generally acceptable during the day, evenings may call for more elegant attire, especially in the restaurant.
Yes, the Nile cruise price usually includes meals throughout the day (breakfast, lunch, dinner) with a variety of local and international foods.

