The announcement marks the company's latest milestone following more than 30 years of operating luxury river cruises on China's Yangtze River and its recent expansion into Europe. The move into Egypt follows years of planning and growing demand from returning guests looking to experience another of the world's great rivers. "Our guests have been asking us for years if we'd ever bring the Century experience to the Nile," said David Fredericks, President and General Manager of Century Cruises Inc. "We took that feedback seriously. Egypt is one of the world's most extraordinary destinations, and we wanted to create an experience that reflects everything Century Cruises stands for - beautiful ships, exceptional service, authentic cultural experiences, and outstanding value. This is just the beginning, and we look forward to growing our presence on the Nile with additional departures and new vessels in the years ahead."

Century Cruises will debut two itineraries in 2027. The 11-day Treasures of the Nile explores Egypt's most iconic landmarks, travelling from Cairo to Luxor with a focus on the country's ancient history and cultural heritage. This itinerary is perfect for the first time visitors. The 15-day Legends of Egypt includes the same Nile cruise experience, along with a four-day extension in the Red Sea resort of Hurghada, where guests can relax or enjoy included activities such as diving, camel riding, and desert adventures.

Cruise packages include round-trip airfare from the United States, private transfers, three nights in Cairo, seven nights aboard the intimate MS Terramar, guided sightseeing, gourmet dining, complimentary beer and wine during lunch and dinner, and a selection of included Signature shore excursions. The extended 15-day itinerary also includes transfers to Hurghada, a three-night resort stay, daily excursions, meals, and transportation back to Cairo.

Century Cruises enhances both itineraries with carefully curated shore excursions from its exclusive nbv  Heritage Collection. Designed to offer authentic cultural immersion, these unique experiences provide privileged access and unforgettable moments available exclusively to Century Cruises guests.

Purpose-built for an intimate cruising experience, MS Terramar accommodates 20 cabins, each with a private balcony overlooking the Nile. The cabins' size ranges from 323 sq/f for the Junior Suite to 463 sq/f for the Royal Panoramic Suite. On board, guests can enjoy spacious accommodations, international dining, a swimming pool, a spa, a fitness centre, and evening entertainment, complemented by lectures exploring Egypt's rich history and the enduring significance of the Nile.

The expansion into Egypt reflects Century Cruises' continued commitment to thoughtfully curated river journeys that combine immersive cultural experiences with the company's signature style of service. As demand grows, Century Cruises plans to further expand its Nile River program with additional departures and new vessels in the coming years.