Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise
A five-star Nile vessel with panoramic cabins, Nile-view balconies, rooftop terrace, pool, lounge bar, and full-board dining.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Wed, Sat
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile cruise vessel arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
·In summary
The Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise is a four-day, three-night luxury cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt (Cairo + five regional offices since 1988; licensed by ETAA), it offers full-board dining and guided shore excursions to Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae.
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- Five-star Nile cruise cabins with en-suite bathrooms and classic Nile décor
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
- Guide languages
- English · French · German · Italian · Others
- Discovery Tours Egypt: Cairo + five regional offices since 1988
- Licensed by the Egyptian Tourism Authority (ETAA)
- Operated aboard a Steigenberger-brand, five-star Nile vessel
- Experienced local guides lead key shore excursions
What lingers
- 01Five-star vessel with pool, lounge bar, restaurant and rooftop terrace
- 02Cabin classes from Standard to Suite, many with panoramic windows or Nile-view balconies
- 03Excursion program that visits Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings
- 04Sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan
- 05Full board dining, with lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
- 06Embarkation point at Travco Dock, Cornish El Nile, opposite the Winter Palace Hotel in Luxor
02Overview
A first look
At the Travco Dock opposite Luxor’s Winter Palace Hotel, the Nile moves quietly past the embarkation point as the city’s morning traffic begins. From a panoramic window or Nile-view balcony, the river becomes the setting for sailing days, shaded deck time, and meals served in the dining room.
Our Egyptologists connect the vessel’s shore excursions with the places along the route, from Karnak and Luxor Temple to Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings. The Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan. Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator, arranges your cabin, embarkation formalities, and disembarkation support.
Background
The facts
Steigenberger Regency is a five-star Nile cruise vessel that sails on the Luxor–Aswan river route and is arranged for travelers by Discovery Tours Egypt. The cruise program typically links Upper Egypt’s main temple and tomb sites, with shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the West Bank monuments near the Valley of the Kings.
Embarkation in Luxor is at Travco Dock, Cornish El Nile, opposite the Winter Palace Hotel. Cabins are offered in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite categories, and many have panoramic windows or Nile-view balconies. On board, the vessel includes a restaurant, lounge bar, pool, and rooftop terrace, which are used during the sailing days between sightseeing stops.
The route follows the traditional cruise corridor between Luxor and Aswan on the Nile River. Standard sightseeing on these cruises commonly includes the Karnak Temple Complex, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the Ptolemaic temple at Kom Ombo, and the Temple of Isis at Philae, with the Valley of the Kings included on Luxor-side programs when the sailing direction and schedule allow.
Named in this entry
Steigenberger Regency·Luxor·Aswan·Karnak Temple·Valley of the Kings·Edfu Temple·Kom Ombo·Philae Temple·Nile·Discovery Tours Egypt·ETAA·Luxor–Aswan
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits travelers who want a guided Upper Egypt experience with comfortable accommodation rather than a fast day-trip format. It is a good fit for couples, solo travelers, and families with older children who enjoy archaeology, river scenery, and hotel-style service on board.
Maybe not, if
- Travelers requiring full wheelchair accessibility throughout the vessel
- Guests who prefer slow-paced, extended sea days without shore stops
Worth knowing
How this compares
Versus seven-night Nile cruises, this four-day itinerary concentrates on the key Luxor–Aswan temple cluster with fewer sailing days. It suits travelers short on time who still want comfortable onboard service and guided archaeology 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
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 Aswan and disembarkation in Luxor.
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On property
What's here
- Restaurant
- Swimming pool
- Bar
- Rooftop terrace
- Business center
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- ✓ 3/4/ or 7 nights’ Ultra Deluxe accommodation on full board basis
- ✓ All sightseeing tours with an English-speaking Egyptologist guide
- ✓ Meet & assist service upon arrival & departure
- ✓ All airport and port transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- ✓ Entrance fees to all listed attractions
- ✓ Complimentary bottle of water per person per day
- ✓ All service charges & taxes
- ✓ Small group tours (maximum 8 participants)
Not included
- ✘ Any additional meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary.
- ✘ Personal expenses, including laundry, minibar, and spa treatments.
- ✘ Tipping for guides, drivers, and cruise staff (optional but recommended).
- ✘ Travel insurance (strongly recommended).
- ✘ Visa fees and international airfare.
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
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Choose an early-morning Valley of the Kings slot to avoid crowds and afternoon heat.
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Bring spare cash for tomb photography permits and local craft purchases at sites.
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Sit on the starboard side at sunset for the best Nile bank views.
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Reserve a front-deck seat during sailings to watch river life and villages pass.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The vessel has cabins on multiple decks and some areas require climbing stairs. Gangways can be steep and many shore sites have uneven stone and steps. Please contact us to discuss specific accessibility needs and possible assistance.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The operator sources local produce where possible and employs local guides and crew. Staff receive cultural-sensitivity guidance and the cruise follows respectful visiting practices at archaeological sites.
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
- Sunhat and high-SPF sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes for ruins and uneven surfaces
- Reusable water bottle and personal medication
- Small daypack for excursions and purchases
- Spare cash for permits, tips and market purchases
What to wear
- Lightweight, modest clothing for temple visits
- Layered outfits for cool mornings and warm afternoons
- Sturdy closed shoes for archaeological sites
- Smart-casual attire for evenings onboard
Children & families
Children are welcome; they must usually share a cabin with adults and rates vary by age. Some shore excursions may be unsuitable for very young children–please contact us for age-specific advice and options.
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 Wednesdays | October – April: from $1,506single cabin $2,243 | May – September: from $960single cabin $1,331triple cabin $941 | Peak dates: from $1,740single cabin $2,657 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Saturdays | October – April: from $1,880single cabin $2,862 | May – September: from $1,152single cabin $1,646triple cabin $1,126 | Peak dates: from $2,192single cabin $3,414 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Saturdays | October – April: from $2,998single cabin $4,718 | May – September: from $1,724single cabin $2,589triple cabin $1,679 | Peak dates: from $3,544single cabin $5,683 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Wednesdays | October – April: from $3,019single cabin $4,739 | May – September: from $1,745single cabin $2,610triple cabin $1,700 | Peak dates: from $3,565single cabin $5,704 |
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
- More than 30 days
- 75% refund, or 100% as credit for future travel
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund, or 75% as credit
- 7–14 days
- 25% refund, or 50% as credit
- 2–6 days
- No refund; 25% as credit
- Under 48 hours or no-show
- No refund or credit
Notice is counted from your arrival in Egypt. Some vessels have their own terms; if yours does, we tell you before any payment is made.Read our full cancellation and refund policy
Location
On the map
While you're here
Worth pairing
- Karnak Temple complex (short drive from Luxor embarkation)
- Luxor Temple and the Corniche near the embarkation point
- Valley of the Kings and West Bank necropolises
- Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum in the city centre
- Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam near the disembarkation port
Product ID: CRU-LUX-415279
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