MS Farah, MS Farah River Cruises, MS Farah Ship

Q: When was MS Farah built?

MS Farah entered service in 2011.

Q: How many passengers does MS Farah carry?

MS Farah carries 120 guests at double occupancy. A crew of 85 looks after them, about one crew member for every 1.4 guests.

Q: How big is MS Farah?

MS Farah measures 185 feet long. Its deck plans show 3 passenger decks.

Q: What class of ship is MS Farah, and what are its sister ships?

MS Farah is a Suite Ship class ship. Its sister ships in the Avalon Waterways fleet are Avalon Panorama, Avalon Visionary, Avalon Vista, Avalon Artistry II, Avalon Expression, Avalon Illumination, Avalon Impression, Avalon Poetry II, Avalon Siem Reap, Avalon Tapestry II, Avalon Tranquility II, Ganges Voyager , Avalon Imagery II, Avalon Passion, Avalon Saigon, Avalon Envision, Avalon View and Avalon Alegria.

Q: What kinds of staterooms are on MS Farah?

MS Farah has 51 staterooms in 3 booking categories, all of the Suite type. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.

Q: Which staterooms on MS Farah have a balcony?

4 staterooms on MS Farah have a private balcony. Every stateroom in the Suite type has one.

Q: How many decks does MS Farah have?

MS Farah has 3 passenger decks, numbered 1 to 3. Staterooms are on deck 2.

Q: What dining times does MS Farah offer?

MS Farah offers Open dining in its main dining room.

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MS Farah

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MS Farah Facts: General | Staterooms | Activities

Ship Class: Suite Ship

Inaugural Year: 2011

Passenger Capacity (double): 120

Passenger Capacity (all): 120

Crew: 85

Length: 185 feet

Passenger Decks: 3

All Staterooms: 51

Suites w/ Balcony: 4

Oceanview w/ French Balcony: 47

Casino: No

Spa Accommodations: No

Water Slide: No

Rock Climbing Wall: No

Outdoor Movie Screen: No

Water Sports Platform: No

Ice Skating Rink: No

Dining: Open

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Overview

MS Farah

Embrace the spirit of happiness and joy, which is what Farah means in Arabic. On an MS Farah cruise you can explore the Nile River on one of the most elite ships. With 52 deluxe cabins and 4 beautiful Royal Suites, experience style and luxury as you explore the old-world charm of the Nile River with modern-day luxuries. Aboard MS Farah you can relax with spa services, Wi-Fi, a dedicated crew, and delicious gourmet dining!

Dining Options

MS Farah offers complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner, including vegetarian options for lunch and dinner. Tea and coffee is served during lunch and dinner. Weather permitting, there is the option to enjoy barbecue lunches and dinners on the sun deck. Guests can enjoy a complimentary glass of wine or one beer at dinner.

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Ship Highlights

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Think you’ll have to go off the radar when you cruise onboard MS Farah? Think again! Thanks to complimentary Wi-Fi in the ship’s lounges, you can stay connected at all times! This makes it easier than ever to share moments with your friends and family back home, or even be available for business demands if needed. Traveling to India has never been more convenient!

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MS Farah Staterooms

Stateroom Guide at a Glance

Every type of stateroom on MS Farah, with its booking categories, size and where it is on the ship. Select a deck number to open that deck plan.

Stateroom types on MS Farah
Stateroom type	Categories	Approx. size	Where on the ship
Royal Suite	S	430 sq. ft. including balcony	Forward, deck 2
Deluxe Stateroom	A P	239 sq. ft. including balcony	See the deck plans

Sizes are approximate, and some staterooms in a category differ in size or layout.

All accommodations include the following:

Premium mattresses.
Choice of bed configuration (two twins or one king).
Soft & Firm Pillows.
Fine linens & duvets.
Nightly Turn-Down Service.
Bedside Tables with Reading Lamps.
Large French balcony with floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Large private bathroom featuring full shower with rain shower head & glass door, hairdryer & premium bath amenities.
Luggage rack.
Writing desk/vanity with mirror & comfortable chair.
Safe.
Telephone.
Comfortable sitting area with two chairs.
Spacious closets with shelves for ample storage.
Individual Climate Control.
Flatscreen television with selection of on-demand movies.
Mini-bar with complimentary local beer, soft drinks & bottled water.

Suite

FT. Features: LCD TV, Private safe box, Private bathroom, Individually controlled air-conditioned system Large panoramic window, Minibar, Internet connection, Hairdryer, Pillow menu included: you will be able to choose from a range of soft, water pillow, orthopedic, spongy pillows, Bathtub.

Royal Suite

Category	Approx. size	Location
S	430 sq. ft.	Upper (Deck 2) (forward)

Sizes include the balcony.

Royal Suites are the most luxurious accommodations with 430 square feet of comfort. Amenities include everything listed above.

Deluxe Stateroom

Category	Approx. size
A	239 sq. ft.
P	239 sq. ft.

Sizes include the balcony.

Deluxe Staterooms feature 239 square feet of comfort. Amenities include: LCD TV, Private safe box, Private bathroom, Individually controlled air-conditioned system, Large panoramic window, Minibar, Internet connection, Hairdryer.

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Deck Plans

MS Farah Deck Plans

Deck:

Main (Deck 1)

Public Areas

Restaurant

Main (Deck 1) deck plan for MS Farah — Main (Deck 1), MS Farah

FAQs

MS Farah FAQs

Quick answers about MS Farah, from the details on this page.

When was MS Farah built?

MS Farah entered service in 2011.

How many passengers does MS Farah carry?

MS Farah carries 120 guests at double occupancy. A crew of 85 looks after them, about one crew member for every 1.4 guests.

How big is MS Farah?

MS Farah measures 185 feet long. Its deck plans show 3 passenger decks.

What class of ship is MS Farah, and what are its sister ships?

MS Farah is a Suite Ship class ship. Its sister ships in the Avalon Waterways fleet are Avalon Panorama, Avalon Visionary, Avalon Vista, Avalon Artistry II, Avalon Expression, Avalon Illumination, Avalon Impression, Avalon Poetry II, Avalon Siem Reap, Avalon Tapestry II, Avalon Tranquility II, Ganges Voyager , Avalon Imagery II, Avalon Passion, Avalon Saigon, Avalon Envision, Avalon View and Avalon Alegria.

What kinds of staterooms are on MS Farah?

MS Farah has 51 staterooms in 3 booking categories, all of the Suite type. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.

Which staterooms on MS Farah have a balcony?

4 staterooms on MS Farah have a private balcony. Every stateroom in the Suite type has one.

How many decks does MS Farah have?

MS Farah has 3 passenger decks, numbered 1 to 3. Staterooms are on deck 2.

What dining times does MS Farah offer?

MS Farah offers Open dining in its main dining room.

Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room or space listed, and may be of a similar ship. All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. Deck plans are subject to change. Please verify all information directly with the cruise line. We reserve the right to correct errors.