Zeina Nile Cruise
A 5-star Nile cruiser with panoramic windows, sun deck, pool, lounge bar, full-board dining and guided shore excursions between Luxor and Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 8 days · 7 nights
- Embarks
- Wed, Sat
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
- New
Snapshot
Good to know
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
02 Overview
A first look
By dawn, the Nile's surface is a ribbon of glinting copper as the Zeina slips past reed beds and village feluccas, the sun deck warming underfoot and the lounge bar filling with the smell of fresh coffee. Onboard, cabins range from Standard with panoramic windows to Suites with Nile-view balconies, the dining room serving full board meals, a small pool on deck, and a relaxed programme of talks and informal evenings suited to slow travel on the river.
The vessel sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, and the shore-excursion programme alternates temple visits with sailing days. We arrange embarkation and disembarkation in Luxor or Aswan, our Egyptologists guide the excursions, and Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator handling all bookings and practicalities.
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
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Luxor and disembarkation in Aswan.
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Bundled in
- Pool
- Wi-Fi
- Sun Deck
- Restaurant
- Spa
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Accommodation aboard the Zeina Nile Cruise in the cabin category booked
- Full board on board, from lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day
- Use of on-board facilities where provided, for example the sun deck, lounge bar, dining room and pool (if present)
- Scheduled shore-excursion programme while sailing between Luxor and Aswan, as described in the vessel information
- Port and harbour taxes
- Local English-speaking cruise staff and crew services
Not included
- International flights to and from Egypt
- Visas for entry into Egypt
- Drinks beyond bottled water with meals, unless stated otherwise
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and spa treatments
- Optional extras and optional excursions not listed in the vessel information
- Entrance to pyramid interiors (Khufu/Khafre) and premium tombs (Tutankhamun/Seti I) unless explicitly requested and paid for
- Gratuities for cruise staff and Egyptologists unless you choose to add them
- Travel insurance
- Single supplement (where applicable)
Before you go
What to pack & wear
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.
Location
On the map
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
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01 What is the typical duration of the Zeina Nile Cruise?
The Zeina Nile Cruise typically offers sailings of 3, 4, or 7 nights, travelling weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan. This allows guests to choose a duration that best suits their travel plans. -
02 What is included with the full board on the Zeina Nile Cruise?
Full board on the Zeina Nile Cruise includes lunch on your embarkation day through breakfast on your disembarkation day. This covers all main meals served in the main dining room. Drinks beyond water with meals are typically extra. -
03 What shore excursions are part of the Zeina Nile Cruise programme?
The Zeina Nile Cruise programme includes guided shore excursions to major sites such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. These are arranged by the vessel's operator. -
04 What is the cabin policy for children on the Zeina Nile Cruise?
Children aged 0–5.99 years travel free, while those 6–11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price. Children aged 12 and above pay the full adult price. A maximum of one child can share a cabin with parents; two or more children require their own cabin. -
05 What should I wear on board and during shore excursions?
On board, casual comfortable clothing is suitable. For shore excursions, light, breathable fabrics are recommended, along with comfortable walking shoes. When visiting religious sites, modest dress is advised, covering shoulders and knees. -
06 What are the embarkation and disembarkation points for the Zeina Nile Cruise?
The main embarkation and disembarkation points for the Zeina Nile Cruise are Luxor and Aswan. The direction of travel, either Luxor to Aswan or Aswan to Luxor, depends on your specific sailing date and chosen itinerary. -
07 Is the Zeina Nile Cruise accessible for guests with mobility concerns?
While the Zeina Nile Cruise vessel has lifts between decks, shore excursions often involve walking on uneven ancient stone, sand, and climbing steps at archaeological sites. Guests with significant mobility concerns should discuss their needs with us prior to booking. -
08 What is the best time of year to take a Zeina Nile Cruise?
The best time to take a Zeina Nile Cruise is generally from October to April, when the weather is cooler and more pleasant for sightseeing. Summer months, May to September, can be very hot, particularly in Upper Egypt. -
09 Are drinks included on the Zeina Nile Cruise?
The Zeina Nile Cruise includes full board, which covers all meals. However, drinks, including soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and bottled water outside of meals, are typically not included and are available for purchase on board. -
10 What is the atmosphere like on the Zeina Nile Cruise?
The Zeina Nile Cruise offers a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, combining leisure time on the sun deck with guided cultural excursions. Evenings often feature entertainment in the lounge bar, providing a pleasant balance of activity and relaxation.
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
Last updated 1 July 2026 Product ID: CRU-NIL-803164
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