Nile cruises Luxor and Aswan sail the 200km stretch of river linking Egypt's two greatest temple cities. Sailings run four, five or eight days and include your cabin, all meals, guided sightseeing and entrance fees, so the ship becomes your hotel, restaurant and transport in one.
Explore Egypt in style with our top-rated Nile cruises Luxor and Aswan, the ultimate way to experience the wonders of ancient Egypt. Sail along the legendary Nile River and uncover the timeless treasures between these two historic cities.
Luxor: The World's Greatest Open-Air Museum
Experience the grandeur of Luxor, often called the world's greatest open-air museum. Visit breathtaking sites like the Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, and the Colossi of Memnon. Sightseeing runs in the cool early morning, leaving your afternoons free on the sun deck as the ship sails south.
Aswan: Islands, Temples and the High Dam
As your cruise continues to Aswan, enjoy tranquil views and discover the High Dam, Philae Temple, and the dual deities of Kom Ombo Temple. Enhance your journey with an optional trip to the awe-inspiring temples of Abu Simbel, easiest to arrange when your cruise begins or ends in Aswan.
Temples and Tombs on the Route
One of the best ways to see Egypt and the relics of its ancient past is by taking a Nile cruise. Cruising between Aswan and Luxor gives you time to relax and take in the scenery of the Nile Valley while enjoying daily tours to some of the most impressive ancient Egyptian temples and tombs, such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Philae Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Abu Simbel Temple and many more.
Life on Board
Onboard your cruise, enjoy elegant accommodations, top-tier service, and delicious cuisine while sailing past timeless landscapes. Our Egyptologist guides accompany you every step of the way, offering expert insights that bring each monument to life. Every sailing is full board, and entrance fees to the sites in your itinerary are included in the price you see.
Why Book Direct with Memphis Tours
Memphis Tours has operated in Egypt since 1955 under Egyptian Ministry of Tourism Licence No. 30, Category A. Booking direct with a Cairo-based operator means one team handles your transfers, guiding and embarkation rather than three separate suppliers, with 24/7 support in your own time zone.
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Enjoy your cruise down the Nile with the MS Movenpick Royal Lily Nile River cruise. This Nile cruise offers stylish and comfortable suites, an elegant dinning room,a spacious sundeck, swimming pool and other amenities.
Sail the DWA Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor or Luxor to Aswan. Temples, spa and sun-deck pool included. Check dates and book your cabin today.
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Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise is a 5 star modern deluxe Nile River cruise sailing between Luxor and Aswan. The cruise offers classic and comfortable suites, an elegant dinning resturants, sundeck, swimming pool & other amenities.
Wake to the Nile, explore the Valley of the Kings, end with a sauna and sunset. The MS Salacia Nile Cruise awaits. Pick your 4 or 5-day sailing now.
Looking for a 5-star Nile cruise? The Jaz Jubilee Nile Cruise offers panoramic-window cabins, a pool and guided tours. See prices and book your trip.
Intimate luxury aboard Oberoi Philae Nile cruise. 5-star amenities, spa treatments, fine dining & expert-guided excursions.
Sail the Historia Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan. 5-star suites, spa, gym and library on board. Check dates and book your cabin today.
Sail the Nile in unparalleled luxury. Intimate 5-star cruise with panoramic views, world-class amenities & expert guides with Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise.
Sail the Sonesta St George Nile Cruise from Luxor every Monday or Aswan every Friday. Karnak, Edfu and Philae with a guide. Check dates and book now.
Temples by day, a spa and sun deck by night. The Sonesta Moon Goddess Nile Cruise covers Egypt's greatest sites with full board. Secure your cabin.
Wake to the Nile, explore Karnak, swim at sunset. The Sonesta Nile Goddess Nile Cruise makes it easy. Pick your 4 or 5-day sailing and book today.
Travel with Memphis Tours, trusted since 1955, on the Iberotel Crown Empress Nile Cruise. Full board and guided sightseeing included. Secure your cabin.
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A Nile River cruise is a journey along Egypt's iconic river where your ship serves as both hotel and transport. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, the cruise stops at ancient temples including Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae, offering a seamless cultural and historical experience.
The classic Nile River cruise route connects Luxor and Aswan, two of Egypt's most historically rich cities. Sailing this 200 km stretch, ships stop at the Temple of Horus at Edfu and Kom Ombo Temple, with guided shore excursions at each destination along the Nile.
A standard Nile River cruise lasts 3 to 4 nights. However, 7-night itineraries are increasingly popular for travelers who prefer a slower, more immersive pace with additional stops at riverside villages, lesser-known temples, and more time to explore the Valley of the Kings and Aswan.
A Nile River cruise visits the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple. Many itineraries also include a day-trip excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples near Egypt's southern border with Sudan.
The Nile River cruise eliminates the need for daily packing and long bus transfers between cities. Your cabin serves as a permanent base, and the ship moves overnight or between excursions. This makes it the most convenient and comfortable way to explore Upper Egypt's ancient temples.
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