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MS Amwaj Living Stone
A 62-cabin, five-deck Luxury cruiser (launched 2014)
MS Amwaj Living Stone is a Luxury Nile cruise ship of 62 cabins, launched in December 2014 and managed by Amwaj International. Sixteen of them are suites of 30 to 50 m², and every cabin has full-length panoramic windows. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $850 per person.
Why travellers choose the MS Amwaj Living Stone
The ship
Amwaj Living Stone went into service in December 2014 and is managed by Amwaj International. What sets it apart is the choice of cabin: 16 of its 62 cabins are suites — about a quarter of the ship — so there is room to trade up without changing ship.
Cabins
Standard cabins are about 20 m². Twelve junior suites add space at about 30 m², and the third deck holds 2 presidential suites of about 40 m² and 2 royal suites of about 50 m². Every cabin has full-length panoramic windows, individually controlled air-conditioning, a shower, a living area, satellite TV, a safe and a mini-fridge.
Life on board
The sun deck has the pool; inside are the restaurant, a lounge bar and a shop. There is no lift between the decks.
Follow the MS Amwaj Living Stone 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 | $850 | $1,050 |
| High | Sep – Apr | $1,200 | $1,475 |
What's included on the MS Amwaj Living Stone
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
MS Amwaj Living Stone at a glance
- Category
- Luxury Cruises
- Cabins
- 62 · about 20 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 MS Amwaj Living Stone
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.
MS Amwaj Living Stone FAQ
How many cabins does MS Amwaj Living Stone have?
62: 46 standard cabins of about 20 m², 12 junior suites of about 30 m², 2 presidential suites of about 40 m² and 2 royal suites of about 50 m².
How new is MS Amwaj Living Stone?
It went into service in December 2014, managed by Amwaj International.
Is there a lift on board?
No. The decks are linked by stairs only.
Which itineraries does it sail?
3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. We confirm the departure day for your dates on the written quote.
How much does a cruise on MS Amwaj Living Stone cost?
From $850 per person sharing a double for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $1,200 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $1,050. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.
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