The luxury river cruise line welcomes its first guests aboard its stunning new ship for a voyage filled with Egyptian culture, regional cuisine, and exclusive experiences.
Award-winning luxury river cruise line AmaWaterways celebrated the launch of its newest ship, the AmaDahlia, on the Nile River, sailing the Secrets of Egypt & The Nile itinerary. During the festivities, co-founders Rudi Schreiner and Kristin Karst surprised the ship's first guests by joining them for a cocktail reception at the five-star Four Seasons Hotel Cairo At The First Residence, where all guests enjoyed their four-day land packages before embarking on their cruise. Guests then boarded the ship in Luxor, where they were greeted by local musicians and an Egyptian whirling dervish performance, before exploring the stunning AmaDahlia and embarking on an unforgettable seven-night river cruise experience.
“I am absolutely thrilled that our beautiful new AmaDahlia is sailing the Nile River,” said Kristin Karst, Executive Vice President and Co-founder of AmaWaterways. “It was a true pleasure to be with our guests as we explored together the stunning scenery on board, which reflects the local culture and distinctive art of the region. Egypt holds a very special place in my heart, and I am so excited for many more guests to experience the beauty of AmaDahlia and the unparalleled experiences this itinerary offers.”
In addition to the presence of the co-founders of the river cruise line during the ship's inaugural voyage, guests also had the opportunity to interact with AmaWaterways' Egyptian partner, Ahmed Atef El Wassief, president of Wings for Tourism Investment, an integrated tourism services company known for its dedication to hospitality and professionalism and for its close collaboration with international partners.
“We are very grateful to our Egyptian partners, who have helped us launch the AmaDahlia on time to begin its inaugural season as planned this September,” said Rudi Schreiner, president and co-founder of AmaWaterways. “Their local expertise has been instrumental throughout the design and construction period, and we look forward to continuing to work together to share the iconic wonders of Egypt with our guests.”.
With 36 cabins, including 16 magnificent suites, the luxurious AmaDahlia, accommodating up to 72 passengers, offers an intimate atmosphere with ample space for guests to relax and unwind after a day of amazing discoveries. Designed to reflect the region's culture, AmaDahlia welcomes guests aboard with vibrant colors and designs, along with inviting public spaces that showcase breathtaking views of the Nile River. The ship boasts a wealth of amenities, including a pool and bar on the sun deck, as well as delicious locally sourced cuisine in the main restaurant and the Chef's Al Fresco restaurant, located on an open deck offering spectacular views. Throughout their cruise, guests are pampered by the friendly Egyptian crew as they discover the wonders of ancient Egyptian history and the stunning landscapes along the Nile River.
The 11-night AmaDahlia Secrets of Egypt & The Nile itinerary invites guests to explore the ancient civilization with authentic shore excursions led by Egyptologists in small groups. It includes three nights in Cairo before the cruise and one night in Cairo after the cruise, where guests stay at the Four Seasons Hotel and enjoy an exclusive private tour and special farewell lunch at the Abdeen Presidential Palace. To complement this immersive cruise and land adventure, Secrets of Egypt & The Nile is offered with optional extensions, including three nights in Dubai or four nights in Jordan (Amman and Petra) before the cruise, and four nights in Israel (Jerusalem) after the cruise.
