MS Miriam Nile Cruise

Cruise Overview

Embark on an extraordinary river expedition aboard the MS Miriam Nile Cruise, journeying along the legendary 340-kilometer route of the Nile between the ancient sanctuaries of Luxor and Aswan. Sailing aboard MS Miriam Nile Cruise merges the finest aspects of hospitality with the excitement of unlocking thousands of years of pharaonic wonders. Accompanied by private licensed Egyptologists, you will explore the colossal temple complexes of Karnak and Luxor, marvel at the island jewel of Philae, and descend into the vibrant subterranean chambers of the Valley of the Kings.

A charming, intimate mid-sized cruiser offering a tranquil sailing ambiance, personalized attention, and hassle-free guided excursions.

MS Miriam Specifications & Amenities

Why Choose MS Miriam Nile Cruise?

• Smaller passenger capacity (60 cabins) ensures faster embarkation, disembarkation, and attentive dining
• Quiet engine performance designed for peaceful, restful nights moored in Aswan and Luxor
• Generous sun deck with ample wooden deck chairs and panoramic views of rural Egyptian river life
• Authentic local cooking with special attention to vegetarian and dietary requests
• Excellent value for private groups, multi-generational families, and cultural enthusiasts

Life Onboard & Cabin Comfort

On MS Miriam, simplicity, comfort, and authenticity take center stage. Because the ship accommodates only 60 cabins, the atmosphere feels familial and unhurried—there are no long queues at meals or congested gangways during shore excursions. The crew takes personal pride in remembering guest preferences, from your favorite breakfast coffee to evening tea. The top deck offers an unpretentious setting with comfortable wooden deckchairs, a refreshing plunge pool, and unobstructed vistas of rural Egyptian life along the water's edge.

Each stateroom on MS Miriam Nile Cruise provides an air-conditioned private sanctuary equipped with premium bedding, private en-suite bathroom with bathtub or power shower, internal telephone, mini-fridge, electronic safe, and satellite television. Large panoramic windows ensure the ever-changing river landscape is always within view.

Guided Shore Excursions & Itinerary Plans

Choose between two classic river itineraries, both led by private Egyptologists with all temple entry tickets and private air-conditioned vehicle transfers included:

3-Night Itinerary: Aswan to Luxor

• Day 1 – Welcoming Aswan & Island of Philae: Embark MS Miriam before lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Aswan High Dam and board a wooden boat to the sacred Temple of Philae on Agilkia Island. Enjoy your first dinner onboard featuring local Egyptian specialties.
• Day 2 – River Cruising & Kom Ombo Exploration: Cruise smoothly downriver to Kom Ombo. Walk ashore to explore the unusual double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Savor a peaceful afternoon on the sundeck watching rural life glide past before crossing the lock at Esna.
• Day 3 – West Bank Tombs & Luxor Antiquities: Morning excursion to the Valley of the Kings to admire ancient tomb wall murals, followed by Hatshepsut's terraced temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Evening celebration onboard with Egyptian music.
• Day 4 – Karnak & Luxor Temples Disembarkation: Breakfast onboard, checkout, and guided tour of Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple before transfer.

4-Night Itinerary: Luxor to Aswan

• Day 1 – Luxor East Bank Embarkation: Check-in at noon. Lunch onboard followed by visit's to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Overnight in Luxor.
• Day 2 – Theban Tombs & Sail to Edfu: Explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. Return for lunch as the ship sails south toward Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.
• Day 3 – Edfu Horus Temple & Kom Ombo: Morning horse carriage ride to the Temple of Horus in Edfu. Cruise through scenic bends to Kom Ombo for sunset temple visit's. Overnight sail to Aswan.
• Day 4 – Aswan Sights & Felucca Ride: Visit the High Dam and Philae Temple. Afternoon traditional wooden felucca sail around Elephantine Island.
• Day 5 – Aswan Checkout: Breakfast, disembarkation, and optional early morning trip to Abu Simbel before departure.

Included Services & Cruise Policies