Lady Carol Nile Cruise
A 5-star Nile cruiser with Nile-view cabins, a sun deck, lounge bar, dining room, and full-board dining.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Thu
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise sails between Luxor and Aswan with full-board accommodation and scheduled shore excursions, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
·In summary
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise includes cabin accommodation, full-board meals from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation, and scheduled shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae. The vessel also provides access to a sun deck, lounge bar and dining room, while embarkation and disembarkation assistance is arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
- Couples·
- Seniors
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- Deluxe 5-Star Nile Cruiser; Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins
- Destinations
- Luxor · Aswan · Karnak Temple · Luxor Temple · Valley of the Kings · Edfu Temple · Kom Ombo · Philae
- Includes
- Cabin accommodation in the booked class · Full-board meals from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation · Scheduled shore excursions · Sun deck, lounge bar and dining room access · Embarkation and disembarkation assistance arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt
- Best for
- First-time Egypt visitors · History enthusiasts · Couples · Families with children · Travelers seeking a guided Luxor–Aswan sailing
- Guide languages
- English
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- The company is Class-A licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism.
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a member of the Egyptian Travel Agents Association, ETAA #718.
- Egyptologist-led shore excursions and on-the-ground travel support can be arranged through the tour operator.
What lingers
- 01MS Lady Carol: 4-day Nile cruise between Aswan and Luxor, full-board meals and daily cabin service included.
- 02We include Egyptologist-guided shore visits to Kom Ombo and Edfu; we schedule timings to avoid peak cruise-boat crowds.
- 03Operated by a licensed Egyptian tour operator; our Cairo office provides 24/7 on-the-ground support and logistics.
- 04Private airport transfers in air-conditioned vehicles between Aswan airport and the MS Lady Carol included on arrival and departure.
- 05Onboard amenities: Nile-facing cabins with en suite bathrooms, sun deck, lounge and daily housekeeping service.
- 06Standard archaeological site entrance fees are included; pyramid interiors and premium tombs excluded unless requested.
02Overview
A first look
By late afternoon, the Nile turns copper beside the sun deck, while the riverbank slips past in silence and the lounge bar fills with the sound of conversation. Your cabin gives you a private base between shore excursions, with Standard, Deluxe, and Suite classes, plus a panoramic window or Nile-view balcony where available.
We arrange the sailing and shore-excursion program so the rhythm feels unhurried: temples and tombs ashore, open river views while underway, and full-board meals from embarkation lunch through disembarkation breakfast. Weekly sailings operate in both directions between Luxor and Aswan. A licensed Egyptian tour operator coordinates your booking, port assistance, and Egyptologist-led visits.
Background
The facts
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise is a river sailing between Luxor and Aswan, with embarkation and disembarkation available at either port according to the scheduled sailing. The excursion program includes Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on Luxor’s east bank, the Valley of the Kings on the west bank, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo and Philae near Aswan. The vessel sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, subject to the assigned vessel’s operating schedule.
Karnak Temple is approximately 3 km from Luxor Temple and represents a major religious complex developed over many centuries, particularly during the New Kingdom. The Valley of the Kings lies on Luxor’s west bank, roughly 7 km from central Luxor, and contains royal tombs dating mainly from Egypt’s New Kingdom, including the tomb of Tutankhamun, for which a premium entrance ticket may apply.
Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, is located about 100 km north of Aswan and is one of Egypt’s best-preserved Ptolemaic temples. Kom Ombo is approximately 45 km north of Aswan and contains a distinctive double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder. Philae Temple stands on Agilkia Island near Aswan and is reached by boat from the mainland; its monuments were relocated during the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
Named in this entry
Nile River·Luxor·Aswan·Karnak Temple·Luxor Temple·Valley of the Kings·Edfu Temple·Temple of Horus·Kom Ombo·Philae Temple·Agilkia Island·Aswan High Dam·Sobek·Horus the Elder·Tutankhamun
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits first-time Egypt visitors, couples, families and history-focused travelers who want guided access to major Upper Egypt monuments while traveling between destinations on the Nile. It is appropriate for travelers with moderate mobility who can manage uneven temple surfaces, steps and boat transfers during shore excursions.
Worth knowing
How this compares
Unlike a land-only Upper Egypt itinerary, this cruise combines transport between Luxor and Aswan with cabin accommodation, dining and a scheduled monument program. Unlike a fixed single-vessel product, the assigned cruise ship may vary at booking; Discovery Tours Egypt selects and arranges the third-party vessel, while premium tickets, drinks (including water) and gratuities remain excluded unless stated otherwise.
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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Bundled in
- Full board
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Accommodation in the cabin class booked
- Full-board meals from lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day
- Scheduled shore-excursion program to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae
- Use of the sun deck, lounge bar, and dining room
- Port embarkation and disembarkation assistance arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt
Not included
- Drinks, including water, are not included, even with meals
- Gratuities for the crew and Egyptologists
- Premium site entrance tickets and optional private excursions
- International or domestic flights to or from the embarkation ports
- Single supplement for sole occupancy of a cabin
Tailor it
Make it yours
Travelers may request private excursions, premium site tickets or additional transfers, subject to availability and extra cost; cabin pricing is per person sharing and a single supplement typically applies.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Accessibility
Who can join this
Accessibility varies by the assigned Nile cruiser and the embarkation port. Guests should expect gangways, thresholds, narrow corridors, cabin steps in some layouts, and stairs between decks because lifts may not serve every level. Shore excursions involve uneven ancient paving, sand, steps and limited shade at Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae. Wheelchair users or guests with reduced mobility should contact us before booking so we can confirm cabin access, gangway conditions and whether suitable assistance is available. Wheelchairs may not be practical on every excursion.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
This sailing uses a river cruiser and locally arranged shore transport between the vessel and Egypt’s archaeological sites. Discovery Tours Egypt works with Egyptian cruise and transport suppliers for the services included in the booking, although the vessel and its fuel, waste and energy systems are controlled by the cruise line. Guests can reduce waste by reusing water bottles where permitted, avoiding disposable plastics and following the crew’s waste instructions. Shore visits support local licensed Egyptologists, drivers and site communities. Specific environmental facilities vary by the assigned vessel and should be confirmed before booking.
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
- Booking confirmation and travel documents
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Sunscreen, SPF 50 or higher
- Reusable water bottle
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Prescription medicines and a small personal first-aid kit
- Cash for drinks, gratuities and optional extras
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing
- Breathable layers for cooler mornings and evenings
- Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Covered shoulders and knees for temples and religious sites
- Swimwear with a cover-up for the sun deck
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 (maximum one child per cabin); two or more children require their own cabin. Strollers can be difficult to use on gangways, narrow decks and uneven archaeological sites. High-chair availability should be requested in advance and depends on the assigned vessel.
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 Mondays | October – April: from $882single cabin $1,183triple cabin $882 | May – September: from $824single cabin $1,097triple cabin $824 | Peak dates: from $1,233single cabin $1,779triple cabin $1,233 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Thursdays | October – April: from $1,048single cabin $1,448triple cabin $1,048 | May – September: from $970single cabin $1,334triple cabin $970 | Peak dates: from $1,516single cabin $2,244triple cabin $1,516 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Thursdays | October – April: from $1,542single cabin $2,243triple cabin $1,542 | May – September: from $1,406single cabin $2,043triple cabin $1,406 | Peak dates: from $2,361single cabin $3,635triple cabin $2,361 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Mondays | October – April: from $1,563single cabin $2,264triple cabin $1,563 | May – September: from $1,427single cabin $2,064triple cabin $1,427 | Peak dates: from $2,382single cabin $3,656triple cabin $2,382 |
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 a Lady Carol Nile Cruise?
The Lady Carol Nile Cruise typically operates as a 4-day sailing, offering a comprehensive journey between Luxor and Aswan. These cruises sail weekly in both directions, allowing you to choose your preferred embarkation port.02What meals are included during the Lady Carol Nile Cruise?
Your Lady Carol Nile Cruise includes full-board dining, starting with lunch on the embarkation day and concluding with breakfast on the disembarkation day. Drinks (including water) are generally extra, unless specified otherwise.03What shore excursions are part of the Lady Carol Nile Cruise program?
The scheduled shore-excursion program on the Lady Carol Nile Cruise includes visits to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, and Philae. These visits are coordinated with the vessel's sailing schedule.04What types of cabins are available on the Lady Carol Nile Cruise?
The Lady Carol Nile Cruise offers accommodation in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite classes. Cabins feature either a panoramic Nile view or a balcony, depending on the class booked and availability, providing comfortable spaces for your journey.05What amenities are available on board the Lady Carol Nile Cruise?
On board the Lady Carol Nile Cruise, guests can enjoy public areas including a spacious sun deck, a comfortable lounge bar, and a dedicated dining room. These spaces are designed for relaxation and enjoyment while sailing on the Nile.06Is the Lady Carol Nile Cruise suitable for children?
Yes, the Lady Carol Nile Cruise welcomes families. Children aged 0–5.99 years travel free, while those 6–11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, with a maximum of one child per cabin.07What should I wear for shore excursions during the cruise?
For shore excursions, we recommend comfortable walking shoes and lightweight clothing. When visiting temples and religious sites, modest dress is advised, meaning shoulders and knees should be covered as a sign of respect.08Are gratuities included in the Lady Carol Nile Cruise price?
Gratuities for the crew and Egyptologists are not included in the base price of the Lady Carol Nile Cruise. It is customary to tip for good service, and guidelines for recommended amounts will be provided by your Discovery Tours Egypt representative.09What is the best time of year to take a Lady Carol Nile Cruise?
The best time to experience a Lady Carol Nile Cruise is typically from October to April, when the weather is cooler and more pleasant for sightseeing. Summer months, from May to September, can be very hot, especially during shore excursions.10How do I get to the embarkation port for the Lady Carol Nile Cruise?
International or domestic flights to or from the embarkation ports of Luxor or Aswan are not included. Discovery Tours Egypt can arrange your port embarkation and disembarkation assistance once you arrive at the designated port.
Product ID: CRU-NIL-731126
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