Royal Amira Nile Cruise
The short answer
Royal Amira is a 5-Star Standard Nile cruise ship. Embark in Aswan on a Friday for 3 nights to Luxor or a 7-night round trip, or in Luxor on a Monday for 4 nights to Aswan or a 7-night round trip. Prices start at $1,088 per person sharing a double cabin, including full board, guided sightseeing and transfers.
02Overview
A first look
Before the sun reaches the upper deck, the Nile moves quietly past the railings, with Luxor’s riverbank giving way to fields, villages, and desert edges. Royal Princess Amira gives you a calm base for watching that landscape change between shore excursions, from the columns of Karnak Temple to the carved sanctuaries of Edfu Temple of Horus and Philae.
Choose a Standard, Deluxe, or Suite cabin, then spend sailing hours between the sun deck, pool, lounge bar, and dining room. We arrange your cabin and shore-excursion schedule, while our Egyptologists provide context at the ancient sites and our Cairo-based team remains available throughout your trip.
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. Embarkation days and prices are in the table below.
Cruise lengths, embarkation days and prices
Prices are per person in USD, from 2 people sharing a double cabin. Each price covers the whole cruise, the guided sightseeing program along the route, and your arrival and departure transfers between the ship and the local airport or train station.
| Cruise | October – Aprilcurrent season | May – September |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights · Aswan → Luxorembarks Fridays | October – April: from $1,088double cabinsingle cabin $1,429 | May – September: from $873double cabinsingle cabin $1,068 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Mondays | October – April: from $1,353double cabinsingle cabin $1,808 | May – September: from $1,067double cabinsingle cabin $1,327 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Mondays | October – April: from $2,095double cabinsingle cabin $2,891 | May – September: from $1,595double cabinsingle cabin $2,050 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Fridays | October – April: from $2,115double cabinsingle cabin $2,911 | May – September: from $1,614double cabinsingle cabin $2,069 |
Choose your cruise 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.
On board
Detailed itinerary
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
The ship
- Class
- 5-Star Standard Nile cruise ship
- Year built
- 2001
- Cabins
- 70
- Decks
- 5
What lingers
- 01Daily Egyptologist-led excursions include Karnak Temple, Luxor East Bank, and Valley of the Kings visits.
- 02We include onboard full-board dining; lunches on excursion days are served ashore in Luxor or Aswan restaurants.
- 03Evening sailing on the Nile between sites gives quieter transit time and better sunset light from the deck.
On property
What's here
- Pool
- Sun Deck
- Gym
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Lounge
- Boutique
- Wi-Fi
Bundled in
- Full board
- Group Egyptologist
- All entry tickets
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Accommodation in the selected cabin class
- Full-board meals from lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day
- Use of the sun deck, lounge bar, and dining room
- Scheduled shore excursions organized by the vessel to the named archaeological sites
- English-speaking cruise manager and onboard crew service
Not included
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Drinks, including water, are not included, even with meals
- Gratuities for crew, guides, and drivers
- Personal expenses and optional extras, including spa treatments and boutique purchases
- Travel insurance and visa fees
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
Tailor it
Make it yours
Discovery Tours Egypt can arrange the cruise in either sailing direction, subject to availability, and can help match travelers to Standard, Deluxe or Suite cabins. Private pre- or post-cruise tours, additional nights in Luxor or Aswan, airport transfers and upgraded land arrangements may also be requested. Pricing is per person sharing, and a single supplement typically applies.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits first-time visitors to Egypt, couples, families and history-focused travelers who want to combine accommodation, river transport and scheduled sightseeing. It is appropriate for travelers comfortable with regular shore excursions, uneven archaeological surfaces and boarding or leaving a river vessel.
Worth knowing
How this compares
Unlike a land-only Egypt itinerary, this cruise combines river-based accommodation with scheduled visits to Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan. Unlike a private custom sailing, shore excursions follow the vessel’s scheduled program, while cabin choice, sailing direction and land arrangements can be selected through the booking process.
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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
- Accommodation
- 5-Star Nile Cruiser
- Destinations
- Luxor · Aswan · The Nile · Karnak Temple · Luxor Temple · Valley of the Kings · Edfu Temple of Horus · Kom Ombo Temple · Philae
- Includes
- Selected Standard, Deluxe or Suite cabin · Full-board meals from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation · Scheduled shore excursions to named archaeological sites · Sun deck, pool, lounge bar and dining room access · English-speaking cruise manager and onboard crew service
- Best for
- First-time Egypt visitors · History enthusiasts · Couples · Families with children · Travelers seeking a structured Nile sailing experience
- Guide languages
- English
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport
- Comfortable walking shoes with firm soles
- Sunscreen SPF50+ and lip balm
- Reusable 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
- Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes
- Hat and sunglasses for strong sun
- Covered shoulders and knees at temples
- Modest clothing for mosque visits
Children & families
Children 0 to 5.99 years travel free, children 6 to 11.99 years pay 50%, and children aged 12 or older 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 not practical on gangways or uneven archaeological sites, and onboard high-chair availability should be confirmed before booking.
Accessibility
Who can join this
Accessibility varies by the assigned Nile cruiser and should be discussed before booking. Boarding may involve a gangway with a slope that changes with the river level, and cabins, dining areas, and the sun deck may be reached by stairs or narrow corridors. Shore excursions include uneven ancient stone, sand, steps, kerbs, and limited shade at Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings. Wheelchair users may need assistance and a collapsible chair. Please provide mobility details before confirmation so a licensed Egyptian tour operator can check the assigned vessel and excursion arrangements.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
River travel groups accommodation, meals, and sightseeing on one sailing route, reducing the need for separate daily road transfers between Luxor and Aswan. The cruise line supplies the vessel, crew, dining service, and shore-excursion program; Discovery Tours Egypt selects and arranges the sailing with local partners. Waste, water, fuel, and energy practices vary by assigned cruiser, so we do not claim a specific environmental certification or onboard system. Guests can support local communities by using licensed Egyptologists, buying directly from authorized artisans, and avoiding single-use plastic where practical. Our team can explain the available arrangements 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
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
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What is the typical duration of a Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruise?
These durations allow for comprehensive visits to the included archaeological sites along the Nile.02What is included in the full-board meal plan on the Royal Princess Amira?
The full-board plan on the Royal Princess Amira includes all meals, starting with lunch on your embarkation day and concluding with breakfast on your disembarkation day. Drinks (including water) are typically an additional charge.03What shore excursions are included with the Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruise?
The Royal Princess Amira's scheduled shore excursion program includes visits to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae. These excursions are arranged by the vessel.04What cabin types are available on the Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruise?
The Royal Princess Amira offers Standard, Deluxe, and Suite cabin classes. Many cabins feature panoramic windows or private balconies, providing views of the Nile as you sail.05Is the Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruise suitable for children and families?
Yes, children are welcome. 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.06What amenities are available on board the Royal Princess Amira?
The Royal Princess Amira features a sun deck, a swimming pool, a gym, a lounge bar, a main dining room, and a boutique. Wi-Fi access is also available on board for guests.07What should I wear for shore excursions during the cruise?
For shore excursions, we recommend comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and light clothing suitable for warm weather. When visiting temples and religious sites, modest dress covering shoulders and knees is advisable.08Are gratuities included in the Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruise price?
No, gratuities for the crew, guides, and drivers are not included in the cruise price. It is customary to tip for good service, and your cruise manager can provide guidance on appropriate amounts.09What is the best time of year to take a Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruise?
The best time to take a Nile cruise is typically from October to April, when the weather is cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing. Summer months, from May to September, can be very hot.10Where do Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruises embark and disembark?
Royal Princess Amira Nile Cruises embark and disembark in either Luxor or Aswan.
Last updated Product ID: CRU-NIL-520219
At a glance
- Length
- 3, 4 or 7 nights
- Embarks
- Mon in Luxor · Fri in Aswan
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-Star Standard
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