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Abercombie & Kent has announced that a new riverboat, Nile Seray, is setting sail on the Nile in 2026. Nile Seray is the fifth luxury riverboat launched in Egypt by A&K Sanctuary.
Designed for 64 guests across 32 suites, Nile Seray offers spacious accommodations beginning with 355-square-foot entry-level suites. Each suite features a seating area beside floor-to-ceiling windows, a waterside Juliet balcony and large bathroom, while two suites feature full private balconies with outdoor spa pools overlooking the river.
The riverboat features two restaurants, a spa and gym, a top deck with canopied daybeds, a swimming pool and an outdoor bar and lounge with wraparound views of the Nile valley. The wellness space features two spa treatment rooms alongside a well-equipped gymnasium, creating a sanctuary for rejuvenation between excursions.
What distinguishes Nile Seray’s offering, in addition to its exceptional design, is the inclusion of Egypt’s most coveted archeological sites as standard. Every booking features some of the most magnificent tombs on the West Bank of the Nile that are not on the usual sightseeing route: Nefertari, Seti I, Ramses VI and King Tutankhamun.
A&K has a remarkable history on the Nile dating back to 1977, when founder Geoffrey Kent was inspired by a chance encounter with actor David Niven on the set of “Death on the Nile” to lease the old steamship SS Memnon and launch A&K’s first Nile cruise. Since those days, A&K has continued to innovate and set new standards for luxury river cruising in Egypt.
Nile Seray sails between Aswan and Luxor on four-night voyages that include visits to the temples of Luxor, Karnak and Aswan. Guests can also enjoy authentic cultural experiences such as felucca sailing around Elephantine Island, Egyptian cooking classes, traditional entertainment including costume parties and Dervish shows, as well as hot-air balloon rides.
Expert Egyptologists accompany every excursion, bringing thousands of years of history to life through expert storytelling. Each voyage includes all meals, excursions and onboard amenities, while every booking supports A&K Philanthropy’s community initiatives in the region.
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