Star of Luxor Nile Cruise
A 5-star Nile cruiser with a sun deck, pool, lounge bar, full-board dining, and panoramic views while sailing between Luxor and Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Fri
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
Snapshot
Good to know
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
02Overview
A first look
At dawn, the Nile is quiet beside the embarkation deck, with sunlight moving across the water and the riverbank still cool. Aboard Star of Luxor Nile Cruise, time settles into the rhythm of sailing, meals in the dining room, and unhurried views from your cabin or the sun deck. The lounge bar and pool give you space between shore excursions, while the vessel’s program brings you to Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings.
The vessel sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, so we can arrange the sailing that fits your Egypt plans. Our Egyptologists handle the shore visits, and we coordinate embarkation, disembarkation, and cabin arrangements with the cruise line before you travel.
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
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On property
What's here
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Laundry
- Spa
- Airport shuttle
- Concierge
- Wi-Fi
- Bar
- Beach access
- Garden
- Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
Who can join this
The vessel and shore excursions involve uneven historic stone, steps, and short boarding ramps; these features create moderate physical demand. Embarkation typically uses a gangway with 6 to 10 steps and handrails; some vessels provide a ramp on request but availability varies. Temple sites such as Karnak, Luxor Temple, Kom Ombo and the Valley of the Kings include steps and narrow passages, and many tombs require stooping and descending steep stairs. Wheelchair users should note that wheelchair access at archaeological sites is limited, and transfer assistance from the quay to the vessel may require a portable ramp and staff help. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and can arrange additional assistance, but complete step-free access cannot be guaranteed. Please contact us before booking so we can assess needs and advise suitable cabin classes and excursion options.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The Nile cruisers we arrange are typically modern diesel motor cruisers with fuel-efficient engines and on-board wastewater and solid-waste management systems where the cruise line provides them. Shore excursions use air-conditioned coaches that meet local emissions standards; when possible we recommend smaller, local-run boats for short transfers and village visits to reduce large-coach mileage. We work with Egyptologists, local guides and suppliers who live in Luxor and Aswan, which channels passenger spending into those communities. Where available, crew and catering teams source produce from local markets and Nile-side farms. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we ask guests to follow local guidance on interacting with communities, and we share behaviour notes that protect archaeological sites and cultural traditions.
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 and any required visas
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Sunglasses and a wide-brim hat
- Sunscreen SPF30 or higher and lip balm
- Reusable water bottle
- Small daypack for shore excursions
- Any regular prescription medication
What to wear
- Lightweight, breathable clothing for hot afternoons
- Long sleeves and trousers for sun and modesty at temples
- A light sweater or jacket for mornings and evenings on deck
- Comfortable closed-toe shoes for temple sites and tombs
- Modest dress covering shoulders required for mosque visits
Children & families
Children 0 to 5.99 years travel free when sharing a cabin with two paying adults. Children 6 to 11.99 years pay 50% of the adult fare, while those 12 years and older pay the full adult price. One child may share a cabin with parents; two or more children require a separate cabin. Strollers are practical on-board but not recommended for archaeological sites with steps and uneven surfaces. Please contact us to confirm bedding configurations and any child-specific equipment you require.
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.
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
Product ID: CRU-NIL-603137
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