Signature highlights
The sun deck combines a swimming pool, pool bar, barbecue area, and telescope. Other public spaces include a lounge bar, library, bazaar, and three-deck atrium.
MS Farah
About MS Farah
MS Farah is a five-deck Nile river vessel built in 2011 and operated by Avalon Waterways. It is a comparatively intimate ship with an 85-person crew, a sun-deck swimming pool and bar, lounge bar, restaurant, library, and a small gym, steam room, sauna, and massage room. Accommodation is in river-view Deluxe Staterooms and Royal Suites with large panoramic windows or French balconies, depending on the current cabin configuration. The vessel is designed for a relaxed, hotel-style base while exploring Egypt’s Nile landmarks.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Avalon Waterways
Onboard Experience
Dining
A full restaurant and lounge/pool bars are listed in Avalon’s ship materials. The onboard program includes an Egyptian-cuisine cooking class.
Entertainment
Avalon lists an Egyptian cooking class; the ship also has a library and telescope for use on the sun deck.
Staterooms & suites
Avalon’s current ship page lists 51 Deluxe Staterooms and 4 Royal Suites. Its 2026 planning brochure instead lists 56 Deluxe Staterooms and 2 Royal Suites, so a single cabin-total value is not reported.
Pools, spa & wellness
The Wheelhouse Deck has a gymnasium, steam room, sauna, and massage room; the sun deck has a swimming pool.
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Itineraries & Sailings
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