Salacia
An all-suite, five-deck Deluxe cruiser (31 suites)
Salacia is an all-suite Deluxe Nile cruise ship of 31 rooms on five decks, with an infinity pool, the Temple Spa and a health club. Suites run from about 226 sq ft (21 m²) up to a master suite of about 700 sq ft (65 m²). It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $850 per person.
Why travelers choose the Salacia
The ship
Salacia is an all-suite ship with only 31 rooms on five decks, so there is a lot of ship per guest. It is the most hotel-like vessel in our Deluxe category: an infinity pool, a spa, a health club, three lounges and two places to eat.
Suites
The Palatial Master Suite is about 700 sq ft (65 m²), with five panoramic windows and a separate lounge and dining area. Below it are 18 Royal Suites of about 301 sq ft (28 m²), 9 Stateroom Suites of about 226 sq ft (21 m²) and 3 single cabins. Each has a minibar, an LCD TV, air-conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi and toiletries.
Life on board
The infinity pool sits on deck, with the Temple Spa and the Lido Health Club below. There are three lounges — the Oasis, the Atrium and a chart room and library — and two places to eat: the Palm Court Restaurant and the Sahara Terrace café.
Follow the Salacia 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 | $1,205 | $1,595 |
What's included on the Salacia
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
Salacia at a glance
- Category
- Deluxe Cruises
- Cabins
- 31
- Balcony
- French balcony — floor-to-ceiling glass that slides open
- Elevator
- 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 Salacia
Dining on board
Meals are served on a full-board basis; drinks other than water at meals are charged separately — we confirm the exact board basis in your written quote.
Salacia FAQ
Is Salacia an all-suite ship?
Yes: a Palatial Master Suite of about 700 sq ft (65 m²), 18 Royal Suites of about 301 sq ft (28 m²), 9 Stateroom Suites of about 226 sq ft (21 m²) and 3 single cabins — 31 rooms in total.
Is there Wi-Fi on board?
Yes, complimentary in every suite.
What is there to do on board?
An infinity pool, the Temple Spa, the Lido Health Club, three lounges and two dining venues.
Is there an elevator on board?
No. The five decks are linked by stairs only.
How much does a cruise on Salacia cost?
From $850 per person sharing a suite for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $1,205 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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