AmaLilia

AmaLilia at a glance

AmaLilia launched in 2024, making her one of the newest vessels in the AmaWaterways fleet. Built specifically for the Nile, she carries just 82 guests attended by 65 crew — a ratio that puts attentive, personalised service at the heart of every voyage. Her 41 cabins are spread across a ship 71.9 metres long, compact enough to dock close to the ancient sites that line the river's banks. Sailings currently on sale depart from Luxor, Egypt, and run on the Nile River.

Dining on AmaLilia

AmaLilia offers two distinct included dining experiences, both open to all guests at no extra charge.

The Main Restaurant is the culinary heart of the ship, serving regional cuisine with open seating times and river views framing every meal. It is an informal, sociable space where you eat when it suits you and strike up conversation naturally.

For something more intimate, The Chef's Table seats a small number of guests while a dedicated chef crafts a multi-course tasting menu in front of them. It is culinary theatre in an unhurried setting — and it is included in your fare, with no surcharge.

Complimentary speciality coffees and teas are available throughout the day from the Specialty Coffee & Tea Station, a self-service station ideal for a quiet morning or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Bars, lounges and on-deck spaces

The Main Lounge is where guests gather for cocktails, port-of-call talks and evening entertainment. The bar is fully stocked; drinks are charged separately unless you are travelling on a beverage package, but entry and the programme of talks are part of your cruise fare.

On the upper deck, the open-air Sun Deck offers unobstructed views of the Nile — the right place to watch the riverbank scroll past, dine in the open air on occasion, or simply sit. The Heated Sun-Deck Pool sits alongside it, with an integrated swim-up bar so you can enjoy a drink without climbing out of the water.

Staying active and well on board

AmaLilia punches well above her size when it comes to keeping guests moving. The Walking Track on the Sun Deck gives you a dedicated circuit for jogging or walking while the Nile passes by. The Fitness Center is equipped with modern cardio and strength-training machines and is complimentary to use — specialist classes carry a separate charge.

For those who want to explore ashore under their own steam, the ship's Complimentary Bicycle Fleet lets you pedal into the ports at your own pace, no guided tour required.

The Massage & Hair Salon is available for relaxation treatments and hairdressing; the space itself is free to enter, while individual treatments are charged separately. When you need quiet, the Library provides books and games in a calm retreat away from the deck.

Cabins on AmaLilia

With 41 cabins sleeping two, AmaLilia's accommodation spans three grades. Full deck plans and cabin photography are on the AmaLilia cabins and deck plans page.

• Outside Cabin E (20 m²) — A fixed outside-view window brings natural daylight and river scenery into the cabin, a meaningful step up from a windowless interior without the cost of a balcony.
• Balcony Cabin CA (20 m²) — The same footprint as the Outside Cabin, but with a drop-down window-wall that opens the room directly to the river air and views, giving you a private outdoor connection from inside your cabin.
• Owner's Suite (48.5 m²) — The most spacious accommodation on board. At roughly 48.5 m², the Owner's Suite is the largest single cabin AmaLilia offers, with a full balcony and the premium finishes you would expect at this grade.

Why book AmaLilia with Cruise1st

Every AmaLilia sailing departs from Egypt, so the cruise is the middle of a longer trip — and that is exactly where Cruise1st earns its place. Rather than piecing together flights, a pre- or post-cruise hotel in Luxor and airport transfers separately, our Cruise1st Packages wrap everything into one holiday on one booking. Our Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week to help you match the right cabin grade, fare inclusions and travel dates to your circumstances — and our Best Price Guarantee backs every booking.

AmaLilia sails under the AmaWaterways flag, a specialist river cruise operator with a reputation built around small-ship intimacy and high crew-to-guest ratios — both of which AmaLilia delivers.

Common questions about AmaLilia

What is included in an AmaLilia cruise fare?

Your AmaLilia fare covers all meals in the Main Restaurant and The Chef's Table, complimentary specialty coffees and teas, use of the Sun Deck, heated pool, fitness centre, walking track and library, and the ship's complimentary bicycle fleet for independent exploration ashore. The Main Lounge is free to enter; drinks are charged separately unless you are on a beverage package, and spa treatments carry their own fee.

Do I need to fly to join AmaLilia?

Yes — all current AmaLilia sailings depart from Luxor, Egypt, so an international flight is required. Cruise1st can book your flights, hotel nights either side of the cruise and your transfers as a single package, so you are not left coordinating multiple bookings yourself.

Which cabin grade should I choose on AmaLilia?

If river views matter to you but you want to keep costs measured, the Outside Cabin E gives you a window and natural daylight at the entry price. The Balcony Cabin CA adds a drop-down window-wall for a private connection to the open air without changing the footprint. The Owner's Suite at 48.5 m² is the choice if space and a full balcony are your priority. Our cruise experts can walk you through the differences before you commit.

Are there other AmaWaterways ships I can compare?

Yes. AmaCello, AmaReina and AmaVerde are all ships in the AmaWaterways fleet that we sell on Cruise1st. If you are weighing your options across the fleet, each ship page sets out its own venues, cabins and itineraries.

How far in advance should I book an AmaLilia Nile cruise?

There are currently only two sailings on sale, both departing after September 2026, and AmaLilia carries just 82 guests — space is limited by design. If a particular departure date or cabin grade matters to you, booking early is the straightforward way to secure it. Call our team seven days a week or browse the available sailings online.