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 20 m² and 2 suites of about 35 m² with a jacuzzi. On board are a pool, a spa and a fitness centre. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $750 per person.
Why travellers 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 20 m², each with a private terrace, plus 2 suites of about 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 hairdryer.
Life on board
There is a restaurant serving continental and traditional Egyptian dishes, a lounge, a fitness centre, a spa, a swimming pool and a sun deck. There is no lift.
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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 20 m² each
- Balcony
- Private outside balcony you can step out onto
- Lift
- 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 20 m² and 2 suites of about 35 m², all on the main or upper deck.
What do the suites add?
A jacuzzi and a separate living room, in about 35 m².
Is there a lift 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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