MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam
Former names: MS Omar El Khayam, JAZ Omar El Khayam
Current itinerary of MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam
MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam current cruise is а 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor. Prices start from USD 3310 (double occupancy rates). The itinerary begins on January 27, 2026 and ends on February 5, 2026.
| Date / Time | Port |
|---|---|
| 27 Jan - 29 Jan | hotel overnight |
| 30 Jan | flight |
| 30 Jan | Departing from Abu Simbel, Egypt hotels |
| 31 Jan | Qasr Ibrim Island Egypt, Lower Nubia |
| 31 Jan | Abu Simbel, Egypt |
| 31 Jan | Amada Temple, Egypt |
| 31 Jan - 01 Feb | Valley of the Lions, Wadi es-Sebua, Egypt |
| 01 Feb - 03 Feb | Aswan, Egypt |
| 03 Feb | Kom Ombo, Egypt |
| 03 Feb | Edfu, Egypt |
| 03 Feb - 05 Feb | Arriving in Luxor, Egypt hotels |
Specifications of MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam
| Year of build | 2008 / Age: 17 |
| Builder | Maasara Shipyard (Cairo, Egypt) |
| Class | Nile River hotel ship |
| Length (LOA) | 113 m / 371 ft |
| Beam (width) | 17 m / 56 ft |
| Gross Tonnage | 4000 gt |
| Passengers | 88 - 160 |
| Crew | 88 |
| Decks | 6 |
| Cabins | 88 |
| Decks with cabins | 4 |
| Last Refurbishment | 2011 |
| Former names | MS Omar El Khayam, JAZ Omar El Khayam |
| Owner | Travco Group |
| Operator | Nicko Cruises (via Travco-Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts) |
MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Itineraries
| Date | Itinerary | Departure Port | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Jan 27 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3310 |
| 2026 Feb 10 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3542 |
| 2026 Mar 03 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3542 |
| 2026 Mar 17 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3542 |
| 2026 Mar 24 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3542 |
| 2026 Apr 07 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3542 |
| 2026 Apr 21 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3194 |
| 2026 Oct 06 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3368 |
| 2026 Oct 20 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3368 |
| 2026 Nov 03 | 9 days, one-way from Abu Simbel to Luxor | Abu Simbel | $3368 |
MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam Review
Review of MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam
MS Steigenberger Omar El Khayam is a Nile River cruise ship owned and operated by Steigenberger Hotels and Resorts (a Travco subsidiary company).
The luxurious Nile cruiser is currently chartered to Nicko Cruises, a subsidiary and travel brand of Mystic Cruises.
Before 2018, when the new Viking Ra was launched, MS Omar El Khayam was also operated under charter by Viking Cruises, together with the Nile cruiser MS Mayfair.
Shipboard facilities
The ship offers exceptional staterooms and interiors with meticulous attention to detail. Featuring a stunning design and large panoramic windows, Steigenberger Omar El Khayam provides modern, spacious accommodations that blend laid-back luxury with contemporary comfort.
The riverboat has 6 passenger decks, a spacious Sun Deck, 3 lounges with bars, 1 restaurant, modern wellness facilities (gym, spa, sauna room), and a glass elevator connecting the cabin decks.
There are a total of 80 cabins, including 16 suites and 68 balcony cabins, across 4 categories.
MS Omar El Khayam is a top-luxury riverboat and one of the newest and largest Egypt-based Nile cruise ships. She was designed and built to exceed guest expectations for a river travel vacation in Egypt—a land full of ancient wonders and mystical heritage.
Signature amenities on Omar El Khayam include spacious decks, elegant furnishings, beautifully decorated public venues and accommodations, modern facilities (including a Cleopatra Spa, swimming pool, and 2 Jacuzzis), gourmet cuisine (contemporary Western and authentic Eastern dishes prepared by local chefs in Abu Nawas Restaurant), à-la-carte dining, drinks and cocktails at Bashawat or Mamlouk Lounge, onboard formal receptions, superb friendly service, 24-hour room service, bottled water, English-speaking staff, and headsets for shore excursions guided by an Egyptologist.
Omar El Khayam’s “Pathways of the Pharaohs” itinerary lasts 12 days and includes 2 flight transfers from Cairo and 12 guided Egypt tours. The cruise-only itinerary between Aswan and Abu Simbel is available as 3-, 4-, or 7-day voyages.
Nile River cruise prices aboard Omar El Khayam are based on double occupancy. Rates may vary depending on booking period, travel agency promotions, special offers, discounts, group bookings, or last-minute deals. For their Nile River ship charters, European cruise lines often offer USA flights-inclusive packages with discounted airfare and complimentary airport transfers.
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