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Login AmaDahlia sails exclusively on the Nile and carries just 72 guests, creating a personal, intimate atmosphere. The ship offers 36 staterooms, including 16 spacious suites with step-out balconies. On board, you’ll find a Sun Deck pool and bar, The Chef’s Al Fresco Restaurant, a salon, and two massage rooms. Expert Egyptologists lead your excursions ashore, while regionally inspired dining, evening entertainment, and attentive service make AmaDahlia a welcoming retreat between days of discovery.
This is a 5 star itinerary with a 2 star food. If you are hoping for culinary delights, this isn’t the one for you. However, the itinerary and organization were excellent. Having the same Egyptologist with you for the entire 11 days was very special. We came to know Islam, our guy, very well and learned so much from him. There were three Egyptologists onboard and everyone was raving about theirs. We had 3 separate busses - very roomy and modern with unlimited cold bottles of water. While we may feel guilty about all the plastic consumption, given the lack of water purity, it definitely kept us all healthy. The we had a deluxe suite with a small sitting area, HUGE bathroom with 2 sinks, bathtub and separate shower. Biggest I’ve seen on a ship. Bed was comfy. Pillows were not! Found the sip and sail most disappointing. The cocktails were undrinkable. They use local Egyptian liquors to mix them. Stick to local beer and wine which was Egyptian but entirely drinkable. The itinerary is grueling. Be prepared with GOOD closed toes shoes. Lots of uneven ground and standing around on hard surfaces in the heat of the day. Cool linens work best for attire. We toured all day almost everyday so very little leisure time. But hey, you’re in Egypt and there is so much to see. Back to the food. Biggest complaint onboard was the quality of the food. There was enough choice. Everything looked fine but it was all bland. Not sure if there is a fear of using seasonings but it was really disappointing. Again, because of the itinerary, I would not let it dissuade anyone from doing this. I think AMA probably has one of the best overall products on the river. Thanks to CM Muhammad for ensuring smooth embarkation, flow of itinerary, keeping us on time and generally watching out for us. I witnessed him catch one of our passengers who misstepped and almost ended up in the river!
This was our first AMA experience after sailing several times on Viking excursions. We would give the trip a 5 star rating, based upon experiencing an outstanding staff both the cruise tour personnel and ship hotel staff. The cruise personnel provided us with well organized daily agendas, explained through knowledgeable eqyptologists tour guides. The excursions we felt were the most interesting based upon time allotted and access was given on a preferred basis to AMA guests, specifically this would include The Egyptian Museum, The Great Pyramids, Valley of the Kings, Abu Simbel and the Abdeen Palace, to name a few. We would specifically mention our Cruise Director, Waleed Hussein and Egyptologist Maha Elkadi as being two people that made our trip remarkable. Their knowledge, helpful personality and kindness insured that our cruise was a complete success. We found the ship accommodations met our expectations, however the dining was adequate but not outstanding.
his has been a dream of mine for decades to go see the pyramids, Tut, temples, Nile. This trip did not disappoint. Despite politics surrounding the Middle East, all was quiet. There are certainly enough tourist police to keep trouble at bay. Our guide, Mohammad, made the trip come alive. He is a Nubian by birth, well educated, and speaks 6 languages. He was a walking encyclopedia. I cannot give him enough compliments. He is kind, knowledgeable, well educated, and one of the nicest people I've ever met. We toured both museums in Cairo, temples, pyramids, governors mansion, spice market. The ship was immaculate. Service was excellent, stayed at a swanky hotel pre cruise, had every opportunity to ask questions and be educated. the cabins were unusually large for a small ridership. I felt very safe despite political turmoil in areas around Egypt. I would do this trip again in a heartbeat.
excellent cruise-tour with very efficient logistics for touring. Knowledgeable cruise manager and superb Egyptologist tour guides. Comfortable clean new cabins with French Balconies. New, comfortable buses for touring. Large dining room with full window views. Buffet style breakfasts and lunch were plentiful with many American & Middle Eastern choices. Sit-down served dinner were handled efficiently but in the case of both lunches & dinners the typical American/Western food choices were not too flavorful, seasoned and often overcooked.....but great hamburger options and the BEST Mango ice-cream ever! Some nightly entertainment but minimal as one was too tired after touring to stay up late. There were some local "folk" groups performing, some group participation shows, and at least one PM lecture, and a great movie night w/a vintage film about Egypt (Death on the Nile) complete with popcorn and treats. Beer, wined, soda, and cappuccino was available with all meals and cocktails during their "Sip & Sail" Happy Hour--all complimentary.
We chose this cruise because our Virtuoso Agent suggested it might be elevated from our previous river cruises on another cruise line. She was CORRECT! I want to mention two things. I am a cruise professional with 25 years onboard the top luxury ocean lines, so I have been on hundreds of cruises and tours. On our cruise,the tour/ship was less than half- full, perhaps due to the conflicts in the middle-east. At no time did we, nor any of our new friends and fellow travelers, feel unsafe. On the contrary, we are sure that making this trip at this time allowed us to enjoy the sites with fewer tourists. Don't hesitate to take the trip as you will benefit from the timing. We started with the friendly and efficient airport greeting by Omar with our visas in hand,who checked us into the elegant new Ritz Carlton on the Nile, alongside the Egyptian Museum. The trip started on the right foot. Breakfast and lunch buffets at the Ritz were topnotch,with myriad international and Middle Eastern choices and a real-deal French pastry chef for breads and sweets. Our tour manager, Walla Badour met us at his desk and gave us an orientation with staggering efficiency and professionalism. We were thrilled to find that he would also be our Egyptologist and guide throughout the trip. We have never seen a better guide, balancing his complete knowledge of Egyptian culture and history with clear easy-to -follow presentation skills. These trips involve a lot of logistics and a bit of finesse in getting your guests to the right place at the right moment to maximize their experience. Walla was a pro at this. During the land portions we ate at the most famous iconic hotels and saw so much more than we could have dreamed of. The length of the cruise portion and the careful planning by AMAWaterways allowed us to have a fuller experience beyond the competitive lines. The ship was fresh and clean, with a breezy, mid-century inspired interior and spacious cabins with marble baths with separate tubs and cleverly-designed glass showers and double vanities. Our suite (Lotus Deck) had a French balcony and also a small regular balcony. For us and our travel companions, the casual and tasteful interiors were perfect for the climate and vibe of the tour. The Chef's alfresco restaurant was not only delicious, but the design provided perfect comfort, perfect lighting, and a real "experience." Our hotel manager, Rafik, was a beacon of good-natured hospitality. His staff and crew managed to perfectly achieve the precarious balance between being both present and professional and also warm and friendly. The ship was spotless and the laundry service (there is no dry cleaning) was fast, neat and remarkably inexpensive. Entertainment was local and as expected on an itinerary such as this. Just enough to introduce us to the culture, and scheduled to accommodate for the touring schedule. Please note, on this and some other itineraries, the boats will dock side by side, which means that you will cross through the lobbies of other ships and onto your ship. AMA arranged to always be on the "outside" of the batch, so we were not wedged between other ships. After untold adventures, we flew back from Luxor to Cairo, for our final night at the Ritz. Whilst waiting for our rooms to be ready, we had an EXCLUSIVE tour of the royal/presidential palace , followed by an outstanding lunch in the ballroom catered by the Ritz Carlton. We settled into our rooms, and the cruise managers again coordinated our airport transfers, escorting us to the gates and wishing us farewell. These types of tours are, by nature, logistically challenging and fast-paced. Walla, Rafik, and AMAWaterways managed to orchestrate a near- perfect experience that far exceeded our high expectations. So...in short...GO NOW, enjoy AMADahlia, and have the memorable trip of a lifetime.
AmaDahlia has 36 staterooms and suites across several categories, accommodating about 72 guests. All include climate control, flat-screen TVs, and spacious bathrooms. Most suites feature a step-out balcony, while larger suites offer additional living space and thoughtful extras designed for comfort.
AmaDahlia has two restaurants: the Main Restaurant, which serves a mix of international and Egyptian specialties, and The Chef’s Table, offering a multi-course tasting menu in an intimate setting. Menus change throughout the cruise to reflect regional flavors, and vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free needs are happily accommodated.
Exquisite Dining On Board
Experience award-winning cuisine inspired by the regions you sail through. Every dish is crafted from the freshest local ingredients and presented with elegance, turning each meal into a celebration of flavor, artistry, and place.
The Nile has inspired travelers for centuries, its banks lined with ancient temples, timeless villages, and legendary landscapes. To journey here is to step into the story of Egypt itself.
You can always count on your floating hotel to provide you with all the amenities and conveniences you need to make your time in Egypt as comfortable as possible. Take in views of the Nile River from the Sun Deck or gather in the main lounge with fellow adventurers. With only 72 guests on board, enjoy the luxury of space to unwind, relax and connect with loved ones.
AmaDahlia offers a fitness room and two massage rooms, along with a Sun Deck pool and bar overlooking the Nile. These amenities provide a balance of activity and relaxation, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
