Jaz Elite Senator Nile Cruise
A 5-star Nile cruiser with a sun deck, pool, lounge bar, full-board dining, air-conditioned cabins, and weekly sailings between Luxor and Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 8 days · 7 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Thu
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
- New
02Overview
A first look
Morning light moves across the Nile-view balconies as the vessel leaves Luxor, with the riverbank slipping past beyond the panoramic windows. Between sailing days, you can step ashore for Karnak Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings, then return to the sun deck or lounge bar as the river quiets.
Jaz Elite Senator Nile Cruise sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan. Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator, selects and arranges the cruise, shore excursions, and local support. Our Egyptologists explain the sites in context, while the cabin, dining room, pool, and air-conditioned public areas give you an easy place to reset between visits.
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
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Luxor and disembarkation in LUXOR.
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Cabin pricing
Pricing & seasonal rates
Per person in USD, based on cabin sharing. Single supplements apply. Holiday surcharges apply at Christmas, New Year & Easter.
4 Days / 3 Nights
| Cabin | May–August | Sept–April |
|---|---|---|
| Triple | $949 | $1,186 |
| Double | $1,002 | $1,242 |
| Single | $1,484 | $1,880 |
5 Days / 4 Nights
| Cabin | May–August | Sept–April |
|---|---|---|
| Triple | $1,131 | $1,451 |
| Double | $1,197 | $1,517 |
| Single | $1,814 | $2,342 |
Children 0–5.99 years free · 6–11.99 years pay 50% · 12+ pay full adult price. Children must share a cabin with parents (max 2 per cabin).
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
On property
What's here
- gym
- wifi
- non-smoking
- air-conditioning
- pool
- restaurant
- room-service
- laundry
- airport-shuttle
- bar
- business-center
- spa
- rooftop-terrace
Bundled in
- Pool
- Sun Deck
- Restaurant
- Spa
- Wi-Fi
- Library
- Lounge Bar
- Reception
- Boutique & jewelry shop
- Doctor (24-hour)
- Laundry & dry cleaning
- Internet corner
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- 04 or 03 nights’ accommodation onboard (full board)
- Meet and assist upon arrival & departure
- Assistance during stay and excursions
- All transfers by private deluxe A/C vehicle
- All Nile Cruise excursions as per itinerary (private)
- Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide (max 8 guests)
- 01 bottle of water per person per day
- All service charges and taxes
Not included
- Extra meals and beverages
- Personal expenses (laundry, etc.)
- Tipping for guide, driver, etc.
- Optional tours (e.g., Abu Simbel)
Accessibility
Who can join this
This Nile cruise requires moderate mobility. Guests should expect boarding via a gangway with steps at embarkation and disembarkation, narrow corridors on some cabin decks, and stairs between decks; elevators are not guaranteed. Shore excursions include walking on uneven ancient stone, stepped temple entrances, sandy riverbanks, and limited shade at outdoor sites, so comfortable, steady footing is necessary. Wheelchair users can travel with advance notice, but full independent wheelchair access is not available at many temples and tombs; some sites require transfers from the dock by tender boat. Please tell us about mobility needs before booking so we can advise which shore excursions are feasible and arrange assistance where possible. Crew and our ground team will help with embarkation and luggage handling, but expect some physical demands during excursions.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport and printed booking voucher
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, SPF30+ sunscreen
- Lightweight daypack for excursions
- Reusable water bottle (refillable on board)
- Small personal first-aid items and any prescription medicines
- Plug adapter for Egyptian sockets (Type C and F)
What to wear
- Lightweight, breathable clothing for daytime
- Covered shoulders and knees for temples and mosques
- A light fleece or jacket for cooler mornings and evenings on deck
- Non-slip closed shoes for temple steps and tombs
- Smart-casual outfit for evening dining
Children & families
Children 0 to 5.99 years travel free when sharing a cabin with parents. Children 6 to 11.99 years pay 50% of the adult fare, and children 12 years and older pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, maximum one child per cabin; two or more children require a separate cabin. Strollers are usable on board but may be awkward on docks and at some temple entrances because of steps; high chairs are not guaranteed on every vessel, so request one when booking.
Location
On the map
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The cruise typically uses diesel-engine river vessels and small tender boats for shore access; on-land transfers are by air-conditioned coaches arranged for embarkation and disembarkation. We contract locally based Egyptologists and crew, which supports the Luxor and Aswan economies through wages and seasonal employment. Where possible we source fresh fruit, vegetables, and bakery items from local markets rather than importing supplies. On board and in partner hotels we encourage linen reuse, single-use plastic reduction by offering refillable water stations, and sorting of recyclable waste; passengers are asked to minimise single-use plastics. Shore excursions include visits to small businesses and registered craft cooperatives when available, so tourism revenue reaches local suppliers directly. If you have specific sustainability priorities, tell us before booking and we will note them for our ground team.
Licensed local Egyptologists
ETAA-credentialed, on payroll
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow MoTA visitor caps and no-touch protocols
Carbon-aware itineraries
Domestic flights only when train/road is impractical
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- Full refund less a £50 admin fee
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund
- Within 14 days
- No refund – date changes considered case by case
Last updated 1 July 2026Product ID: CRU-NIL-977801
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