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AmaDahlia embarks on inaugural Nile river voyage

Cruise
Will Payne
10 September 2021

AmaWaterways celebrated the launch of its new ship, AmaDahlia, on the Nile river on 6 September.

The vessel's 11-night "Secrets of Egypt & The Nile" itinerary operates from September through June each year, sailing round trip from Luxor to Aswan

Guests embarked on a seven-night "Secrets of Egypt and The Nile" itinerary from Luxor after a celebratory cocktail hour at the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo. 

Featuring 36 staterooms and 16 suites between 370 and 430 square foot, the 72-passenger vessel has a range of amenities including a swimming pool, bar and two restaurants. 

The "Secrets of Egypt and The Nile" itinerary operates from September through June each year, sailing round trip from Luxor to Aswan with intra-Egypt flights between Cairo and Luxor.

Kristin Karst, executive vice president and co-founder of AmaWaterways, said she was "delighted" to see AmaDahlia sailing the Nile.