MS Royal La Terrasse
A 69-cabin cruiser with private-terrace cabins
MS Royal La Terrasse gives every cabin its own private terrace — the only ship in our Standard category that does. It has 67 cabins of about 215 sq ft (20 m²) and 2 suites of about 377 sq ft (35 m²) with a jacuzzi. On board are a pool, a spa and a fitness center. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $750 per person.
Why travelers choose the MS Royal La Terrasse
The ship
La Terrasse is named after its one distinguishing feature: every cabin has a private terrace, which no other ship in our Standard category offers. All cabins sit on the main or upper deck.
Cabins
There are 67 cabins of about 215 sq ft (20 m²), each with a private terrace, plus 2 suites of about 377 sq ft (35 m²) with a jacuzzi and a separate living room. Cabins have large panoramic windows opening to French balconies, an LCD satellite TV with DVD, a minibar, air-conditioning and a bathroom with a bathtub and hair dryer.
Life on board
There is a restaurant serving continental and traditional Egyptian dishes, a lounge, a fitness center, a spa, a swimming pool and a sun deck. There is no elevator.
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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 | $750 | $900 |
| High | Sep – Apr | $925 | $1,115 |
What's included on the MS Royal La Terrasse
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 Royal La Terrasse at a glance
- Category
- Standard Cruises
- Cabins
- 69 · about 215 sq ft (20 m²) each
- Balcony
- Private outside balcony you can step out onto
- Elevator
- No — the decks are linked by stairs
- 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 Royal La Terrasse
Dining on board
Meals are served in the 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 Royal La Terrasse FAQ
Does every cabin really have a terrace?
Yes — all 67 cabins have a private terrace, which no other ship in our Standard category offers.
How many cabins does MS Royal La Terrasse have?
67 cabins of about 215 sq ft (20 m²) and 2 suites of about 377 sq ft (35 m²), all on the main or upper deck.
What do the suites add?
A jacuzzi and a separate living room, in about 377 sq ft (35 m²).
Is there an elevator on board?
No. The decks are linked by stairs only.
How much does a cruise on MS Royal La Terrasse cost?
From $750 per person sharing a double 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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