Alyssa Nile Cruise
A 5-star Nile cruiser with a sun deck, swimming pool, full-board dining, lounge bar, and Standard, Deluxe, and Suite cabins.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Fri
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise sails between Luxor and Aswan with full board and scheduled shore excursions, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
·In summary
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise includes air-conditioned cabin accommodation, full board from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation, and shore excursions to Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings. Facilities include a restaurant, lounge bar, swimming pool, sun deck, gym, spa and Wi-Fi, with the cruise arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt and operated by a third-party cruise line.
- Cultural
- Archaeology & history
- Couples
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- Deluxe 5-star Nile cruiser
- Destinations
- Luxor · Karnak Temple · Luxor Temple · Edfu · Temple of Horus · Kom Ombo · Philae Temple · Aswan · Valley of the Kings · The Nile
- Includes
- Air-conditioned cabin in the selected category · Full board from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation · Shore excursions to Karnak and Luxor Temple · Shore excursions to Edfu and Kom Ombo · Shore excursions to Philae and the Valley of the Kings · Use of the swimming pool and sun deck
- Best for
- History enthusiasts · First-time Egypt visitors · Couples · Families with children · Travelers seeking organized river travel
- Guide languages
- English
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- Discovery Tours Egypt is Class-A licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a member of the Egyptian Travel Agents Association, ETAA #718.
- Discovery Tours Egypt arranges and books the third-party-operated Nile cruise rather than owning or operating the vessel.
- Egyptologist-guided sightseeing and on-the-ground travel support can be arranged through the operator.
- Standard site entrance fees are included unless the booking states otherwise; premium tombs, pyramid interiors and gratuities are excluded unless requested.
What lingers
- 01Shore excursions to Karnak and Luxor Temple
- 02Visits to the Temple of Horus at Edfu and Kom Ombo Temple
- 03Excursions to Philae Temple and the Valley of the Kings
- 04Swimming pool and sun deck for views along the Nile
- 05Restaurant and lounge bar on board
- 06Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabin categories
02Overview
A first look
By late afternoon, the Nile turns copper beside the sun deck, with feluccas crossing the river and the engine’s steady rhythm carrying you beyond Luxor. From the lounge bar or your cabin, you can watch farmland, villages, and desert banks change as the vessel sails toward Aswan.
Our Egyptologists bring the shore-excursion program to life at Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings, while the vessel provides a pool, restaurant, and air-conditioned cabin between visits. Unlike a single-day Nile outing, this cruise lets the river itself shape the pace. It sails weekly in both directions, and we arrange your cabin, embarkation details, and shore visits through our licensed Egyptian tour operator team.
Background
The facts
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise connects the embarkation and disembarkation ports of Luxor and Aswan, with a shore-excursion program covering major ancient sites along the river. Excursions include Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple in Luxor, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple near Aswan, and the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s west bank. The vessel sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan.
Cabins are offered in Standard, Deluxe and Suite categories. Air conditioning is included, while Nile views or other outlooks depend on the cabin selected. On-board facilities include a restaurant, lounge bar, swimming pool, sun deck, gym, spa and Wi-Fi. The cruise atmosphere combines scheduled archaeological visits with time on the river and access to panoramic outdoor areas.
Full board runs from lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day. Drinks (including water) are generally extra. The cruise is arranged and booked by Discovery Tours Egypt, while the vessel is owned and operated by a third-party cruise line.
Named in this entry
The Nile·Luxor·Aswan·Karnak Temple·Luxor Temple·Temple of Horus at Edfu·Kom Ombo Temple·Philae Temple·Valley of the Kings·Ancient Egypt·Ptolemaic Egypt
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits first-time Egypt visitors, history enthusiasts and travelers who want to combine overnight river accommodation with guided visits to major Pharaonic and Ptolemaic sites. It is appropriate for adults, older travelers and families who can manage stairs, uneven temple surfaces and moderate walking during shore excursions.
Worth knowing
How this compares
Unlike a single-day Nile outing, this cruise provides overnight cabin accommodation, meals and a planned program of archaeological shore excursions. Unlike an independent Nile itinerary, it combines river sailing with organized visits to Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings. The vessel is selected and booked by Discovery Tours Egypt but operated by a third-party cruise line.
The route
Luxor and Aswan
- EdfuThe Temple of Horus
- Kom OmboThe Temple of Sobek
Choose your direction
- Luxor → Aswan4 nightsupstream, against the current
- Aswan → Luxor3 nightsdownstream, with the current
- Round-trip7 nightsreturn to Luxor or Aswan
Both directions
Where this ship sails
This vessel works more than one stretch of the river. The direction changes the order of the temples, the number of nights and which city you fly out of.
On board
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Luxor and disembarkation in Aswan.
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On property
What's here
- Gym
- Wi-Fi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Laundry
- Bar
- Spa
- Rooftop terrace
- Airport shuttle
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Nile cruise accommodation in the selected cabin category
- Full board from lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day
- Shore-excursion program covering Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings
- Use of the swimming pool and sun deck
- Air-conditioned cabin accommodation
Not included
- Drinks, including water, are not included, even with meals
- Single supplement for travelers occupying a cabin alone
- Optional pyramid interiors, premium tombs, and other separately priced visits
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
Tailor it
Make it yours
Travelers can request Standard, Deluxe or Suite cabin categories, subject to availability, with cabin views determined by the selected category. Private arrangements, optional premium tombs, pyramid interiors and separately priced visits may be added where available; gratuities, drinks (including water), insurance and personal expenses remain separate unless specifically included.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Accessibility
Who can join this
This Nile cruise includes uneven access conditions that guests with limited mobility should consider. Shore excursions involve walking across uneven ancient stone, sand, cobblestones, steps, and occasionally steep ramps at Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings. Boarding the vessel may require crossing a gangway, which can be steep when the river level changes. Cabins, dining areas, and sun decks are connected by stairs, and lift availability can vary by assigned vessel. Wheelchair users should contact us before booking so we can confirm the assigned vessel, cabin access, and excursion arrangements.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The cruise uses a river vessel selected and booked through local Egyptian cruise-line partners. Shore transfers are arranged with locally licensed vehicles and drivers, generally air-conditioned coaches or cars matched to the group size. Excursions support local Egyptologists, drivers, site staff, restaurants, and port services in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. Vessel practices such as water use, laundry schedules, and waste handling vary by the assigned cruise line, so we do not make unverified environmental claims. Guests can reduce waste by carrying a refillable bottle and following the vessel’s recycling and water guidance.
Licensed Egyptologist guides
State-licensed, and people we have worked with for years
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' site rules: marked paths, no touching reliefs
Local teams, real help
Our own offices in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm El Sheikh
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport
- Printed or digital booking confirmation
- Comfortable walking shoes with secure soles
- Sunscreen SPF50+
- Refillable water bottle
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Small day bag for shore excursions
- Any required medication
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing
- Breathable layers for changing temperatures
- Comfortable shoes for uneven ancient surfaces
- Covered shoulders and knees for temples and religious sites
- Swimwear with a cover-up for the pool and sun deck
- A light sweater for air-conditioned interiors
Children & families
Children 0–5.99 years travel free; 6–11.99 years pay 50%; 12+ pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, with a maximum of one child per cabin. Two or more children require their own cabin. Strollers are difficult on gangways, stairs, and uneven temple surfaces. High chairs are subject to the assigned vessel’s availability, so please request one before departure.
Prices by sailing
Prices are per person in USD, from 2 people sharing a double cabin. Each price covers the full sailing, the guided sightseeing programme along the route, and your arrival and departure transfers between the vessel and the local airport or railway station.
| Sailing | October – Aprilcurrent season | May – September | Peak dates18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 nights · Aswan → Luxorembarks Fridays | October – April: from $1,077single cabin $1,514triple cabin $1,077 | May – September: from $707single cabin $863triple cabin $707 | Peak dates: from $1,428single cabin $2,013triple cabin $1,428 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Mondays | October – April: from $1,308single cabin $1,890triple cabin $1,308 | May – September: from $814single cabin $1,022triple cabin $814 | Peak dates: from $1,776single cabin $2,556triple cabin $1,776 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Mondays | October – April: from $1,997single cabin $3,016triple cabin $1,997 | May – September: from $1,133single cabin $1,497triple cabin $1,133 | Peak dates: from $2,816single cabin $4,181triple cabin $2,816 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Fridays | October – April: from $2,018single cabin $3,037triple cabin $2,018 | May – September: from $1,154single cabin $1,518triple cabin $1,154 | Peak dates: from $2,837single cabin $4,202triple cabin $2,837 |
Peak dates: 18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr. Choose your sailing and date in the booking panel for the exact price.
Cabin allocation
- Nile vessels do not have interconnecting cabins.
- Book early and we will ask the vessel to place your party together — usually adjacent, or directly opposite.
- Cabin numbers are confirmed by the vessel at check-in.
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Add before or after your cruise
The ship sails between Luxor and Aswan. The Pyramids, and most flights home, are in Cairo. These short add-ons join the two.
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
What you get back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your trip you tell us and the type of trip you book. Read our current cancellation and refund policy
Location
On the map
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What is the typical duration of an Alyssa Nile Cruise?
The Alyssa Nile Cruise typically sails for 3 or 4 nights, offering itineraries between Luxor and Aswan. These sailings provide ample time to experience the Nile River and visit key ancient sites along the route.02What is included in the full board on the Alyssa Nile Cruise?
Full board on the Alyssa Nile Cruise covers all meals, from lunch on your embarkation day through breakfast on your disembarkation day. Drinks (including water) are generally an additional cost.03What shore excursions are part of the Alyssa Nile Cruise program?
The Alyssa Nile Cruise includes a comprehensive shore excursion program to major sites. These visits typically include Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings.04Are there options for children on the Alyssa Nile Cruise?
Children aged 0-5.99 years travel free, while those 6-11.99 years pay 50% of the adult fare. Children must share a cabin with their parents, with a maximum of one child per cabin. Two or more children require their own cabin.05What amenities are available on the Alyssa Nile Cruise vessel?
The Alyssa Nile Cruise vessel features a restaurant, lounge bar, swimming pool, sun deck, gym, and spa. Cabins are air-conditioned and offer Nile views, with Wi-Fi available throughout the vessel.06What is the cabin accommodation like on the Alyssa Nile Cruise?
The Alyssa Nile Cruise offers air-conditioned cabins in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite categories, each providing a Nile view. Cabins are designed for comfort during your journey, with varying sizes and amenities based on the selected grade.07What should I wear for shore excursions during the cruise?
For shore excursions, we recommend comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Modest clothing is advisable, especially when visiting religious sites, to show respect for local customs.08Is Wi-Fi available on the Alyssa Nile Cruise?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available on the Alyssa Nile Cruise. Please note that connection speeds can vary while sailing on the Nile, and it may not be as consistent as land-based internet services.09What is the best time of year to take an Alyssa Nile Cruise?
The best time to take an Alyssa Nile Cruise is typically from October to April, when the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing. Summers, from May to September, can be very hot.10Are gratuities included in the Alyssa Nile Cruise price?
No, gratuities for the cruise staff and Egyptologists are not included in the standard Alyssa Nile Cruise price. We recommend budgeting for these separately, as they are customary in Egypt's tourism industry.
Product ID: CRU-NIL-605260
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