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MS Miriam
A five-deck Luxury cruiser (overhauled 2023)
MS Miriam is a Luxury Nile cruise ship of about 58 cabins, completely overhauled in 2023. Cabins are about 20 m² with large windows, and two Royal Suites of about 40 m² have a balcony. It has a sun-deck pool and bar, a fitness room and massage. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $1,051 per person.
Why travellers choose the MS Miriam
The ship
Miriam was completely overhauled in 2023, which makes it one of the most recently refreshed ships in our Luxury category. It is about 72 metres long, with a restaurant that looks out over the river.
Cabins
Around 55 cabins of about 20 m², each with a large window onto the river, air-conditioning and a private bathroom. At the top of the range are two Royal Suites of about 40 m² with a balcony and one Presidential Suite of about 31 m².
Life on board
The sun deck has the pool, sun-beds and a top-deck bar. Inside there is a fitness room with massage, souvenir and jewellery shops and a 24-hour reception. There is no lift.
Follow the MS Miriam 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 | $1,051 | $1,236 |
| High | Sep – Apr | $1,575 | $1,890 |
What's included on the MS Miriam
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 Miriam at a glance
- Category
- Luxury Cruises
- Built · renovated
- n/a · renovated 2023
- 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 Miriam
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 Miriam FAQ
How many cabins does MS Miriam have?
About 58: around 55 cabins of about 20 m², 2 Royal Suites of about 40 m² with a balcony and 1 Presidential Suite of about 31 m².
How recent is MS Miriam?
It was completely overhauled in 2023.
Do any cabins have a balcony?
The two Royal Suites do. The other cabins have large windows onto the river.
Is there a lift on board?
No. The decks are linked by stairs only.
How much does a cruise on MS Miriam cost?
From $1,051 per person sharing a double for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $1,575 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $1,236. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.
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