AmaLilia

AmaLilia at a glance

AmaLilia is AmaWaterways' dedicated Nile river ship, launched in 2024 and purpose-built for Egypt's iconic waterway. A few things that define her at a glance:

• 82 guests and 65 crew — a crew-to-guest ratio that keeps service attentive
• 41 cabins across the ship's 71.9-metre length
• Built in 2024, making her one of the newest ships on the Nile
• All current sailings depart from Luxor, Egypt on the Nile River

Her compact size means she accesses stretches of the river that larger vessels cannot, and her high crew count relative to guests translates into the kind of unhurried, personal service that suits a destination as rich in history as Egypt.

Dining on AmaLilia

AmaLilia offers two distinct dining venues, both included in your cruise fare and open to all guests.

The Main Restaurant is the culinary heart of the ship — an elegant, open-seating space where regional cuisine is served with river views framing every meal. Open seating means you dine when it suits you and with whomever you choose, keeping the atmosphere relaxed and sociable.

For something more theatrical, The Chef's Table offers a multi-course tasting menu prepared in front of you by a dedicated chef. It is an intimate, personalised experience — and like the main restaurant, it carries no extra charge. Both venues are included in your fare, so you can move between them across the voyage.

Bars, lounges and on-board life

The Main Lounge is where AmaLilia's social life happens — cocktails at the bar, informative talks about the ports ahead, and live entertainment in the evenings. Drinks and food carry a separate charge here unless covered by a beverage package, but entry itself is included. For your morning coffee or afternoon tea, the Specialty Coffee & Tea Station is complimentary and self-service throughout the day.

Up on the Sun Deck, unobstructed open-air views of the Nile unfold at every turn. The deck is also home to the Heated Sun-Deck Pool — a full swimming pool with an integrated swim-up bar — and a walking track for anyone wanting to keep active in the fresh air. Both are included in your fare.

The Fitness Centre carries modern cardio and strength equipment at no charge, though specialist fitness classes are priced separately. When you want to unwind rather than work out, the Massage & Hair Salon is available for treatments at an additional cost. The ship's Library offers a quiet corner with books and games, and the Gift Shop stocks souvenirs and essentials for browsing at your leisure.

One feature worth highlighting for port days: AmaLilia carries a complimentary bicycle fleet for all guests. That means you can set off independently into the towns and landscapes along the Nile at no extra cost, without needing to join a guided tour.

Cabins on AmaLilia

AmaLilia carries 41 cabins in three main grades. Full layouts and deck-by-deck plans are on the AmaLilia cabins and deck plans page.

The Owner's Suite is the most spacious accommodation on board at approximately 48.5 m², sleeping two, with a private balcony. It is the only suite at this size on the ship.

The Balcony Cabin CA offers a clever alternative for guests who want an outdoor connection without a full suite price: a drop-down window-wall opens the cabin directly to the river air and views, giving a private feel at 20 m².

The Outside Cabin E is also 20 m² and sleeps two, with an outside-view window that brings in natural daylight and river scenery — a meaningful step up from a fully interior cabin for guests focused on value.

Where AmaLilia sails

All current sailings on AmaLilia operate on the Nile River, departing from Luxor, Egypt. Current itineraries run to up to seven nights. To see every available departure with dates and fares, browse AmaWaterways cruise deals — the line operating all AmaLilia sailings — or go straight to the Nile River sailings below.

Why book AmaLilia with CruiseAway

Every AmaLilia sailing departs from Egypt, which means the cruise is the centrepiece of a longer trip from Australia. CruiseAway's DreamAway Packages pull the flights, hotel nights either side of the cruise and all transfers into a single booking — one point of contact, one itinerary, no loose ends. Our cruise experts know these Nile itineraries and can help you match the right cabin grade and fare inclusions to your travel style. And every booking is backed by our Best Price Guarantee, the brand's own named promise.

Current AmaLilia sailings start from A$8,846pp* — use the search results to filter by date, cabin grade and duration.

Other AmaWaterways ships to consider

If you are weighing up different ships within the AmaWaterways fleet, CruiseAway also has pages for AmaBella, AmaCello, AmaVida, AmaReina and AmaVerde — each is another ship in the same fleet and may be sailing routes or dates that suit you better.

Common questions about AmaLilia

Do I need to arrange flights separately?

No — CruiseAway's DreamAway Packages cover the flights from Australia to Egypt, hotel nights before and after the cruise, and all transfers, packaged together with the sailing into one booking. You do not need to piece together the trip yourself.

Are meals included in the cruise fare?

Yes. Both dining venues — the Main Restaurant and The Chef's Table — are included in your cruise fare at no extra charge. The Specialty Coffee & Tea Station is also complimentary. Drinks in the Main Lounge may carry a charge unless you hold a beverage package, and spa treatments are priced separately.

Which cabin grade should I book?

That depends on how much space and outdoor access matter to you. The Owner's Suite at approximately 48.5 m² is the most spacious option on the ship and includes a private balcony. The Balcony Cabin CA offers a drop-down window-wall — an open-air connection to the river without the full suite footprint. The Outside Cabin E is a practical choice if you want natural light and river views at a more accessible price point. Our cruise experts can help you compare what is currently available — see the AmaLilia cabins and deck plans page for layouts.

How many guests sail on AmaLilia?

AmaLilia carries 82 guests and 65 crew members. That ratio means the on-board experience is notably personal — there is roughly one crew member for every 1.3 guests — which shows in the attentiveness of service throughout the ship.

When do AmaLilia sailings depart?

Current sailings depart from Luxor, Egypt, with the available window beginning from late September 2026. All itineraries operate on the Nile River. Use the cruise search to filter by date and see live availability and pricing.