A Sara
A 68-cabin, five-deck Nile cruiser
A Sara is a Standard Nile cruise ship of 68 cabins on five decks, with cabins of about 22 m² — large for the price. It has a sun-deck pool, a gym, massage, a shop and laundry. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan, from $650 per person, one of the lowest prices we sell.
Why travellers choose the A Sara
The ship
A Sara sits at the bottom of our price range and gives more than the price suggests: cabins of about 22 m², which is larger than most Standard ships, and a gym, massage room and laundry on board.
Cabins
There are 66 deluxe cabins and 2 junior suites across three guest decks. Every cabin has natural light from an external window or balcony, individual air-conditioning, international TV channels, a minibar, a safe, a telephone and a private bathroom with a shower or bathtub and hairdryer.
Life on board
The sun deck has the pool. Inside are a spacious restaurant, a lounge bar, a gym, massage services, a gift shop, laundry and a 24-hour reception. There is no lift.
Follow the A Sara on the map
Two programs, same ship. Pick one, then scroll the days or press play — the boat sails to each stop as you go.
Rates by season · per person, standard cabin
Guide prices only — the exact rate depends on your date, cabin and how full the ship is. Your written quote always confirms the final figure before anything is held.
| Season | Dates | 3 nights | 4 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | May – Aug | $650 | $790 |
| High | Sep – Apr | $785 | $895 |
What's included on the A Sara
Included 8 items
- Accommodation in an outside cabin with private bathroom, air-conditioning and Nile view
- Full-board meals — daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet or set menu depending on ship)
- Guided sightseeing at every temple stop with a licensed Egyptologist
- All entrance fees for the standard itinerary (Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings)
- Transfers between the cruise ship and the sightseeing sites
- Welcome drink on arrival, afternoon tea daily, and bottled water on excursions
- Onboard evening entertainment — galabeya party, folkloric shows, live music
- All service charges and Egyptian VAT
Not included 6 items
- International flights to Egypt and Egypt visa$30 USD on arrival for most nationalities
- Domestic flights to Aswan or from Luxor (available as a paid add-on)
- Optional excursions — Abu Simbel, hot-air balloon over the West Bank, Nubian village visit
- Personal expenses (drinks other than tea/water, laundry, spa services, souvenirs)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended — most operators require it)
- Gratuities for the cruise crew, guide and driver~$8-12 USD per day combined
A Sara at a glance
- Category
- Standard Cruises
- Cabins
- 68 · about 22 m² each
- Balcony
- French balcony — floor-to-ceiling glass that slides open
- Lift
- No — the decks are linked by stairs
- Length · decks
- 5 decks
- Routes
- 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor · 4 Nights from Luxor to Aswan
- Payment
- No online payment — a written quote first, then a deposit by bank transfer or a secure card link.
Facilities & life on the A Sara
Dining on board
Meals are served in the main restaurant on a full-board basis; drinks other than water at meals are charged separately — we confirm the exact board basis in your written quote.
A Sara FAQ
How many cabins does A Sara have?
68: 66 deluxe cabins and 2 junior suites, on three guest decks of a five-deck ship.
How big are the cabins?
About 22 m², which is larger than most Standard ships we sell.
What is on board?
A pool on the sun deck, a restaurant, a lounge bar, a gym, massage services, a gift shop, laundry and a 24-hour reception.
Is there a lift on board?
No. The decks are linked by stairs only.
How much does a cruise on A Sara cost?
From $650 per person sharing a double for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $785 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $790. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.
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