Semiramis II is one of three sister ships — alongside Semiramis I and III — all built by SUNRISE Resorts & Cruises to an identical high specification, refurbished as recently as April 2024 to meet current safety and comfort standards.
Across five decks, the ship carries 66 standard cabins at 22 square meters, 2 junior suites at 33 square meters, and 2 royal suites at 38 square meters with a balcony — every cabin holds panoramic Nile views as standard. A crew of around 55 serves up to 144 passengers, and the ship includes an elevator between decks, a genuine practical advantage since many Nile ships of this size lack one entirely.
Beyond the restaurant’s daily-changing buffets, the ship keeps a billiard room and library alongside the standard pool, Jacuzzi, gym, and massage facilities — the ship’s own bakers are specifically noted for fine cakes and fruit tarts, a small but genuinely well-regarded detail among past guests.
An elevator connects the decks — a genuine practical advantage most Nile ships this size simply don’t offer.
Sails 4, 5, or 8-night itineraries between Luxor and Aswan, with the standard sightseeing program covering the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Philae. Abu Simbel is typically offered as an optional add-on rather than included by default. Bookable directly through Sunrise Resorts & Cruises or standard cruise platforms.
Semiramis II is a straightforward recommendation for travellers who want recent refurbishment without a luxury premium. The April 2024 refit is the headline, and on this river a ship’s last refurbishment date tells you more about the experience than its build year does.
Having two identical sister ships also means availability is better than on one-off vessels in peak weeks.
For a similar level with more design character, MS Mayfair or Historia. For fleet-scale reliability, Jaz Regent and the Mövenpick ships. If you want smaller, Farah trades amenities for atmosphere.
Eight nights is unusually long for this route and worth understanding before booking: it does not add major temples so much as add time. For travellers who find the standard four-night run relentless, that is exactly the point. For anyone on a tight Egypt schedule, four nights covers the sites.
