Travelmarvel returns to the Nile with new ship TM Sirius as Egypt sales boom
Egypt is firmly back on the travel map for holidaymakers with growing interest in Nile cruising coinciding with Travelmarvel’s return to Egypt and the maiden voyage of its newest river ship, Travelmarvel Sirius.
Egypt is making a major comeback with holidaymakers, as surging demand for the destination coincides with Travelmarvel’s return to the Nile.
Visitor numbers to Egypt are expected to surpass 20 million in 2026¹, while Travelmarvel’s UK and Ireland sales for Egypt have doubled year on year², with September sales up threefold³. The launch of Travelmarvel Sirius, the brand’s newest river ship, marks an exciting new chapter for Nile cruising.
11-day Treasures of Egypt & The Nile aboard Travelmarvel Sirius starts from £3,295pp including return flights from the UK, seven-nights Nile cruise, three-nights premium accommodation, and services of a Travelmarvel director. Departures available October 2026, and January 2027 onward.
Paul Melinis, Managing Director UK and Europe, APT Travel Group, says: “The Nile is booming again because Egypt offers travellers something few destinations can match with warm winter sunshine, a genuine sense of adventure and some of the most extraordinary history in the world.”
Carrying just 124 guests across 62 cabins, Sirius offers an intimate and relaxed Nile cruise for those looking to combine the ease of an escorted journey with a deeper cultural experience. The ship has been purpose-built for the Nile and designed exclusively for Travelmarvel guests, with contemporary interiors influenced by Egypt’s history and culture.
Shore excursions are led by expert Travelmarvel Tour Directors who are fully qualified Egyptologists and the itinerary brings together Egypt’s best known ancient sites, including Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Queens, Abu Simbel and Philae Temple, alongside a visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum.
On board, guests can enjoy multiple dining venues, local entertainment celebrating Egyptian culture and a spacious sun deck with a swimming pool overlooking the Nile. The smaller scale ship and inclusive touring make Sirius particularly suited to existing river cruise customers, escorted touring customers and those looking to make their first visit to Egypt.
Melinis continues “Our new ship allows guests to experience it aboard what we believe is the newest and best premium ship currently sailing the Nile. At £3,295pp, with Abu Simbel included rather than sold as an optional extra, we also believe this is the very best value Nile cruise programme in the market.”
[1] Data source: Egypt Today.
2 Travelmarvel booking data comparing Jan-Sep 2025 vs Jan-Sep 2026.
3 Travelmarvel booking data comparing Sep 2025 and Sep 2026.
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