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Alyssa

A 66-cabin, four-deck Deluxe cruiser (Pia Schmid design)

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3 nights from $750
4 nights from $900
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Cabins66
Decks4
In brief

Alyssa is a Deluxe Nile cruise ship of 66 cabins on four decks, built to Germanischer Lloyd standards with interiors by the Swiss designer Pia Schmid. Cabins average about 20 m², each with a large panoramic window, and there are two deluxe suites. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $750 per person.

Overview

Why travellers choose the Alyssa

The ship

Alyssa is the Deluxe ship to pick for its interiors. The Swiss designer Pia Schmid mixed European, Egyptian and Nubian elements, and the ship was built to Germanischer Lloyd standards — a classification society, which is a stricter build brief than most ships on the river carry.

Cabins

The 66 cabins average about 20 m²: 58 twins, 6 doubles and 2 deluxe suites, spread over the lower, main, upper-main and top decks. Every cabin has a large panoramic window onto the Nile. If you want a double bed rather than twins, say so early — there are only 6 double cabins and 2 suites.

Life on board

There is a sun deck, a restaurant and a wellness area, with entertainment in the evenings. Meals are full board; drinks other than water at meals are extra. There is no lift.

Interiors by Pia SchmidEuropean, Egyptian and Nubian touches.
Built to Germanischer Lloyd standardsA classification society's rules for the hull.
Mostly twin cabins58 twins, 6 doubles and 2 deluxe suites.
A panoramic window in every cabinAveraging about 20 m².
Itineraries · 2 programs

Follow the Alyssa 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.

Indicative rates

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 $750 $900
High Sep – Apr $925 $1,115
Infants 0–5 free · children 6–11: 50% sharing with 2 adults Groups of 10+: ask for special rates and a free tour leader place 20% deposit secures your booking · balance 30 days before arrival Free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival (60 days at Christmas & Easter)
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What's included on the Alyssa

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
Ship facts

Alyssa at a glance

Category
Deluxe Cruises
Cabins
66 · about 20 m² each
Balcony
French balcony — floor-to-ceiling glass that slides open
Lift
No — the decks are linked by stairs
Length · decks
4 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.
On board

Facilities & life on the Alyssa

Spa & Wellness Center
Restaurant
Sun Deck
In-cabin TV
Air Conditioning

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.

Full board
Questions about this ship

Alyssa FAQ

How many cabins does Alyssa have?

66: 58 twin cabins, 6 double cabins and 2 deluxe suites, averaging about 20 m², over four decks.

Who designed Alyssa?

The interiors are by the Swiss designer Pia Schmid, mixing European, Egyptian and Nubian elements. The ship was built to Germanischer Lloyd standards.

Should I book a twin or a double on Alyssa?

Most cabins are twins — 58 of 66 — so if you want a double bed, tell us early: there are only 6 double cabins and 2 suites.

Is there a lift on board?

No. The four decks are linked by stairs only.

How much does a cruise on Alyssa cost?

From $750 per person sharing a cabin for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $925 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $900. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.

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