Nephtis Nile Cruise
A superior five-star Nile cruiser with Standard, Deluxe, and Suite cabins, full-board dining, and guided shore excursions.
At a glance
- Length
- 8 days · 7 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Fri
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
This superior five-star Nile cruise sails between Luxor and Aswan with full board and scheduled shore excursions, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt and operated by a third-party cruise line.
- New
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- Superior Five-Star Nile Cruiser
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan · Karnak Temple · Luxor Temple · Temple of Horus at Edfu · Philae Temple · Valley of the Kings
- Includes
- Full board from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation · Scheduled shore excursions · Standard entrance fees for included sightseeing · Standard, Deluxe, or Suite cabin options subject to availability
- Best for
- First-time Egypt visitors · History enthusiasts · Couples · Families with older children · Travellers seeking a structured Luxor-to-Aswan experience
- 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-guided sightseeing and on-the-ground travel support can be arranged through the tour operator.
- Standard entrance fees for the included sightseeing programme are stated in the inclusions.
02Overview
A first look
By late afternoon, the Nile turns copper beside Nephtis as the riverbank slips past your cabin and the sun deck settles into a quieter rhythm. Between sailing stretches, you step ashore with our Egyptologists to read temple reliefs at Edfu, follow the colonnades of Karnak, and look across Luxor's West Bank from the Valley of the Kings.
Back aboard, the dining room and lounge bar give the day an easy structure, while full board covers meals from embarkation lunch through disembarkation breakfast. Nephtis sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, with embarkation available at either port. We arrange the cruise, shore excursions, and local support, so our Egyptologists can focus on the details that make each site legible.
Background
The facts
This superior five-star Nile cruise is arranged between Luxor and Aswan, with embarkation and disembarkation available at either city. The sailing programme combines time on the river with shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the temples at Kom Ombo, 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; the supplied programme shows Monday departures from Luxor and Friday departures from Aswan.
Karnak Temple lies on Luxor’s east bank and includes the Great Hypostyle Hall, while Luxor Temple is located about 3 kilometres south along the Nile. The Valley of the Kings is on the west bank, approximately 7 kilometres from central Luxor by road. Edfu is positioned between Luxor and Aswan, and its Temple of Horus is one of Egypt’s best-preserved Ptolemaic temples. Kom Ombo is known for its unusual 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.
Cabins are offered in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite categories, subject to availability. Cabin pricing is normally calculated per person sharing, with a single supplement generally applying. Full board covers lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day; drinks other than water with meals are typically charged separately. Standard entrance fees for the included shore-excursion programme are included, while gratuities, personal expenses, and optional premium entries are excluded.
Named in this entry
Nile River·Luxor·Aswan·Karnak Temple·Luxor Temple·Temple of Horus at Edfu·Kom Ombo Temple·Philae Temple·Valley of the Kings·Luxor West Bank·Agilkia Island·Ptolemaic Kingdom·Sobek·Horus the Elder
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits first-time Egypt visitors, history enthusiasts, couples, and families seeking a structured way to connect Luxor’s ancient monuments with Aswan’s island temples. Travellers should be comfortable with cabin access, sun-deck steps, early shore excursions, and walking on uneven stone surfaces.
What lingers
- 01Shore excursions include Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
- 02Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and the temples at Kom Ombo
- 03Explore Philae Temple near Aswan
- 04See the Valley of the Kings on Luxor's West Bank
- 05Sail between Luxor and Aswan on a superior five-star Nile cruiser
- 06Choose from Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabin categories, subject to availability
Worth knowing
How this compares
Unlike a land-only Egypt itinerary, this cruise links Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan while travellers remain accommodated aboard a Nile cruiser between excursions. Unlike a fixed named-ship booking, the cruise ship is assigned at booking and cabin availability is offered across Standard, Deluxe, and Suite categories. Embarkation and disembarkation can be arranged in either Luxor or Aswan, subject to the sailing schedule.
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.
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on round-trip embarkation from LUXOR. On 7-night round-trips each site is visited once.
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Cabin pricing
Pricing & seasonal rates
Per person, per cabin, in USD. Each rate below 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.
7 nights / 8 days · Luxor to Luxor
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | $1,690 | $1,963 | $2,418 |
| Double cabin | $1,189 | $1,371 | $1,644 |
| Triple cabin | $1,189 | $1,371 | $1,644 |
4 nights / 5 days · Luxor to Aswan
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | $1,128 | $1,284 | $1,544 |
| Double cabin | $842 | $946 | $1,102 |
| Triple cabin | $842 | $946 | $1,102 |
3 nights / 4 days · Aswan to Luxor
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | $943 | $1,060 | $1,255 |
| Double cabin | $728 | $806 | $923 |
| Triple cabin | $728 | $806 | $923 |
7 nights / 8 days · Aswan to Aswan
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | $1,699 | $1,972 | $2,427 |
| Double cabin | $1,198 | $1,380 | $1,653 |
| Triple cabin | $1,198 | $1,380 | $1,653 |
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.
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Accommodation aboard a superior five-star Nile cruiser
- Full board from lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day
- Scheduled shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings
- Standard entrance fees for the included sightseeing program
Not included
- Drinks other than water with meals
- Single supplement
- Gratuities
- Optional premium entries, including pyramid interiors and selected premium tombs
- Personal expenses and services not specified in the booking
Tailor it
Make it yours
Travellers can request private or shared shore excursions, different cabin categories, and embarkation or disembarkation in Luxor or Aswan, subject to availability. The programme may also be combined with additional hotel nights, airport transfers, or privately guided sightseeing before or after sailing. Premium tomb entries and other optional experiences should be requested in advance.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Accessibility
Who can join this
A Nile cruise combines vessel access with shore excursions on uneven historic ground. Boarding may involve a gangway with a slope that changes according to the river level, and cabins, dining areas, and sun decks may be reached by stairs or narrow corridors. Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings include uneven paving, steps, sand, and limited shade. Wheelchair users and guests with reduced mobility should contact us before booking so we can confirm the assigned vessel's facilities and arrange realistic assistance. Wheelchair-accessible cabins cannot be guaranteed.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Sunscreen SPF50+
- Refillable water bottle
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Personal medication
- Small bag for shore excursions
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing
- Breathable layers for changing temperatures
- Covered shoulders and knees at temples and religious sites
- Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes
- Swimwear with a cover-up for the pool or sun deck
- Light jacket for evenings and air-conditioned interiors
Children & families
Children 0 to 5.99 years travel free; children 6 to 11.99 years pay 50%; children aged 12 and over 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 may be difficult to use on gangways, narrow corridors, stairs, and uneven temple surfaces. High chairs depend on the assigned vessel and should be requested in advance.
Location
On the map
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
This cruise uses a third-party Nile cruiser and local transport for the scheduled shore excursions. Discovery Tours Egypt selects and books the vessel, Egyptologists, drivers, and local service providers, helping keep spending with Egyptian tourism businesses in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. Fuel use and emissions are inherent to river sailing and road transfers, so we do not describe the trip as environmentally neutral. Guests can reduce waste by carrying a refillable water bottle where practical, declining unnecessary single-use items, and following site rules that protect ancient stonework and local communities.
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
·In summary
This superior five-star Nile cruise includes full-board accommodation from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation, with standard entrance fees for scheduled shore excursions. The programme visits Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings, with embarkation and disembarkation available in Luxor or Aswan.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What is the typical duration of the Nephtis Nile Cruise?
The Nephtis Nile Cruise typically sails for 8 days, combining time on the Nile with shore excursions. This duration allows for comprehensive visits to key sites between Luxor and Aswan.02What is included in the Nephtis Nile Cruise fare?
The cruise fare includes accommodation aboard the superior five-star Nephtis, full board from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day, and scheduled shore excursions with standard entrance fees for sites like Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings.03What is not included in the Nephtis Nile Cruise price?
The cruise price excludes drinks beyond water with meals, gratuities, a single supplement for solo travelers, optional premium entries to sites like pyramid interiors or specific tombs, and personal expenses not specified in your booking.04What is the embarkation and disembarkation process for the Nephtis Nile Cruise?
Embarkation and disembarkation for the Nephtis Nile Cruise are available in both Luxor and Aswan. Departures are scheduled weekly, with Monday departures from Luxor and Friday departures from Aswan. Specific timings will be provided in your final itinerary.05What shore excursions are part of the Nephtis Nile Cruise program?
The Nephtis Nile Cruise includes shore excursions to major sites such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings on the Luxor West Bank. These are led by our Egyptologists.06Is the Nephtis Nile Cruise suitable for travelers with mobility concerns?
Nile cruises involve some walking on uneven ancient stone at archaeological sites and navigating gangways to board the vessel. While the vessel itself has elevators, shore excursions may present challenges for those with significant mobility concerns. Please contact us to discuss specific needs.07What is the policy for children on the Nephtis Nile Cruise?
Children aged 0–5.99 years travel free, while those 6–11.99 years pay 50% of the adult fare. Children 12 years and older pay the full adult price. A maximum of one child can share a cabin with parents; two or more children require their own cabin.08What should I wear and bring for the Nephtis Nile Cruise and excursions?
We recommend light, comfortable clothing for daytime excursions, modest attire for religious sites, and a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Evenings on board can be casual. Bring comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing.09What is the best time of year to take the Nephtis Nile Cruise?
The best time to take a Nile cruise is generally from October to April, when temperatures are milder and more comfortable for sightseeing. The summer months, May to September, are hotter but offer fewer crowds.10Are alcoholic beverages included with the full board on the Nephtis Nile Cruise?
No, alcoholic beverages are not included with the full board on the Nephtis Nile Cruise. Your full board includes water with meals, but other drinks, including alcoholic beverages, are typically charged separately to your cabin bill.
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
Product ID: CRU-NIL-166125
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