Iberotel Crown Empress Nile Cruise
The short answer
Iberotel Crown Empress is a 5-Star Deluxe Nile cruise ship. Embark in Aswan on a Monday for 3 nights to Luxor or a 7-night round trip, or in Luxor on a Thursday for 4 nights to Aswan or a 7-night round trip. Rates are on request: send us your dates for a live price.
02Overview
A first look
Morning light moves across the Nile-view balconies as the Iberotel Crown Empress Nile Cruise leaves the bank, with the river narrowing to palms, fields, and village life beyond the panoramic windows. Between shore excursions, settle into the lounge bar, dine in the onboard restaurant, or take in the changing landscape from the sun deck while the vessel sails between Luxor and Aswan.
Unlike a land-only Luxor and Aswan tour, this format lets the river connect each archaeological visit at a measured pace. Our Egyptologists provide context at the temples and tombs, while our Cairo-based coordinators remain available throughout.
Routes
Where this ship sails
Each route this ship sails. The direction changes the order of the temples, the number of nights and which city you fly out of.
Cabin pricing
Rates on request
We don't have current published rates for this ship. Send us your dates and we'll come back with a live price for the cabin you want.
On board
Detailed itinerary
- 1
Board at Luxor and enjoy lunch on board before visiting Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon, then begin sailing south towards Edfu.
- 3
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and the double temple at Kom Ombo, then sail on to Aswan.
- 4
Visit the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. An optional flight or drive to Abu Simbel can be arranged.
- 5
A relaxed day at Aswan: sail by felucca around Elephantine Island and Kitchener’s Island, or visit a Nubian village, before the vessel turns north.
- 6
- 7
Arrive back at Luxor with time for any West Bank sites not yet seen, or relax on the sun deck as you moor for the final night.
- 8
After breakfast, disembark at Luxor for your onward transfer.
- 1
Board your Nile cruiser at Luxor and settle into your cabin over lunch. In the afternoon visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex of ancient Egypt, and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. The vessel then begins sailing south towards Edfu.
- 3
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the best-preserved temple in Egypt, then sail on to Kom Ombo and its double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Continue sailing to Aswan, where the ship moors for the night.
- 4
The ship lies moored at Aswan. Guests visiting Abu Simbel leave before dawn, by road or by air, for the two rock temples Ramesses II cut into the cliff, returning aboard around midday. The afternoon is at leisure on board.
- 5
After breakfast, disembark at Aswan. The morning then covers Aswan itself: the High Dam, the Temple of Isis at Philae reached by motor launch, and the granite Unfinished Obelisk, before your onward transfer.
- 1
Board your Nile cruiser at Aswan and enjoy lunch on board. Visit the High Dam, the Temple of Isis at Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
Sail north to Kom Ombo for its double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then continue to Edfu to visit the Temple of Horus. Sail on towards Luxor.
- 3
Reach Luxor and cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 4
After breakfast visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then disembark for your onward transfer.
- 1
Board at Aswan and enjoy lunch on board, then visit the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
A relaxed day at Aswan by felucca around Elephantine and Kitchener’s Islands, or a Nubian village visit. An optional Abu Simbel excursion can be arranged.
- 3
Sail north to Kom Ombo for the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then Edfu for the Temple of Horus.
- 4
At Luxor, cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 5
Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank, then the vessel begins its return sailing south.
- 6
- 7
Arrive back at Aswan with time to relax on board or take an optional excursion before your final night.
- 8
After breakfast, disembark at Aswan for your onward transfer.
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.
After you dock
Aswan to Cairo flight and one hotel night
Two nights in Cairo with a day in Alexandria
3-Day Egypt Short Break: Cairo & Luxor
3-Day Cairo & Alexandria Tour
3-Day Luxor Tour from Marsa Alam
3-Day Cairo Tour from Sharm El Sheikh- 3-Day Luxor & Cairo Tour from Hurghada
2-Day Luxor to Cairo Post-Cruise Stay
3-Day Luxor to Cairo Post-Cruise Tour with Alexandria
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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
Snapshot
Good to know
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport and visa documents
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Sunscreen SPF30 or higher and a wide-brim hat
- Reusable water bottle for refills on board
- Lightweight daypack for shore excursions
- Small amount of Egyptian pounds for local purchases and tips
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing for daytime
- Covered shoulders and knees for temples and mosques
- A light sweater or jacket for cooler evenings on deck
- Sturdy closed shoes for archaeological sites
Children & families
Children 0 to 5.99 years travel free. Children 6 to 11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price. Anyone 12 years and older pays the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, maximum one child per cabin; two or more children require their own cabin. Strollers are practical on the pier and at larger sites but are not convenient on narrow gangways or inside many ancient tombs. High chairs are sometimes available on board subject to the assigned vessel's facilities; tell us at booking and we will request one for you.
Accessibility
Who can join this
This Nile cruise involves boarding via a gangway at the embarkation pier, moving around cabins and public areas on narrow corridors and staircases, and walking on uneven temple stone during shore excursions. The vessel and public rooms have steps between decks; there is no lift between all deck levels on many Nile cruisers. Wheelchair users should note that standard gangways and pier surfaces can be steep and that transferring from a wheelchair to a ship or shore transport will normally be required. If you use a mobility aid, please tell us before booking so we can confirm accessibility at the specific vessel assigned, arrange lower-deck cabins where available, and coordinate assistance at Luxor or Aswan piers. Most temple sites have cobbles, steps and uneven terrain; visiting the Valley of the Kings requires walking on packed earth and climbing short stone steps. If you have limited mobility, we can recommend which shore excursions are more practical and request a ramp or porter assistance where the ship and local supplier permit.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The cruise uses diesel-powered river cruisers typical for Nile sailing, and we arrange vessels selected for regular maintenance and compliance with Egyptian maritime regulations. Transfers between airport and pier are usually with modern air-conditioned coach or private car, many provided by local companies we have worked with for years. We prioritize partners who employ Egyptian crew and local guides, and shore excursions are booked with licensed Egyptologists who live in Luxor and Aswan, providing direct local income. Fresh produce and supplies for the vessel are sourced from regional markets in Upper Egypt whenever possible, supporting small farmers and vendors. On board, crews follow local waste separation routines where allowed, and we encourage guests to limit single-use plastics by offering refillable water bottles and filtered water stations when available. If you have a specific sustainability preference, tell us at booking and we will note it with the vessel supplier.
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
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
If you cancel, your refund depends on how early you tell us and on the type of trip. Read our current cancellation and refund policy
Last updated Product ID: CRU-NIL-619082
At a glance
- Length
- 3, 4 or 7 nights
- Embarks
- Thu in Luxor · Mon in Aswan
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-Star Deluxe
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