Century Cruises will expand its offering to Egypt with the launch of its first Nile River cruise itineraries for the 2027 season.
This announcement marks a new milestone for the company, which has over 30 years of experience operating luxury river cruises on the Yangtze River in China and has recently expanded its presence to Europe. The entry into the Egyptian market comes after years of planning and in response to growing demand from regular customers interested in discovering another of the world's great rivers.
“Our guests have asked us for years if we would ever bring the Century experience to the Nile,” said David Fredericks, president and CEO of Century Cruises Inc. “We took those comments very seriously. Egypt is one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations, and we wanted to create an experience that reflects everything Century Cruises stands for: elegant ships, exceptional service, authentic cultural experiences, and excellent value. This is just the beginning, and we look forward to expanding our presence on the Nile with new sailings and new ships in the years to come.”
Century Cruises will launch two new itineraries in 2027:
- Treasures of the Niletour explores some of Egypt's most iconic sites, traveling from Cairo to Luxor with a focus on the country's ancient history and cultural heritage. It's an ideal itinerary for first-time visitors to Egypt.
- Legends of Egypt tourincludes the same Nile cruise experience and adds a four-day extension in the Red Sea resort destination of Hurghada, where travelers can relax or enjoy included activities such as scuba diving, camel riding, and desert adventures.
The cruise packages include round-trip flights from the United States, private transfers, three nights' accommodation in Cairo, seven nights aboard the intimate MS Terramar, guided tours, gourmet dining, complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner, and a selection of shore excursions included in their Signature program. The extended 15-day itinerary also includes transfers to Hurghada, three nights' resort stay, daily excursions, meals, and return transportation to Cairo.
Century Cruises will enhance both itineraries with carefully selected excursions from its exclusive Heritage Collection. Designed to offer an authentic cultural immersion, these experiences provide privileged access and unforgettable moments available exclusively to the company's guests.
Built specifically to offer an intimate cruise experience, the MS Terramar features 20 cabins, all with private balconies and views of the Nile. Cabin sizes range from 30 square meters for the Junior Suite to 43 square meters for the Royal Panoramic Suite.
On board, guests will enjoy spacious accommodations, international cuisine, a swimming pool, spa, gym, and evening entertainment, as well as lectures dedicated to Egypt's rich history and the importance of the Nile River throughout the centuries.
The expansion into Egypt reflects Century Cruises' commitment to offering thoughtfully designed river cruises that combine immersive cultural experiences with the company's signature service. Given the growing demand, Century Cruises plans to continue expanding its Nile cruise program with new sailings and new ships in the coming years.
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