Deluxe Nile Cruise: Deluxe Ships and Sailing Programs Luxor and Aswan

Deluxe Nile Cruise: Ships and Sailing Programs from Aswan to Luxor and Luxor to Aswan. Every Deluxe Nile cruise is ready - book via WhatsApp!

Few ways to see Upper Egypt match the comfort of a deluxe Nile cruise, and this page brings together the full deluxe Nile cruise lineup offered by Bastet Travel. From a handpicked fleet of 5 star deluxe Nile cruise ships to complete sailing programs running both directions between Luxor and Aswan, every option here blends elegant cabins with guided sightseeing at Egypt's most iconic temples. Below, explore the fleet, the day-by-day itineraries, and everything included in every sailing on this page.

Every sailing on this page uses a 5 star deluxe Nile cruise ship, each fitted with a sun deck, swimming pool, and a spacious dining room serving international and Egyptian cuisine.

Every ship featured in this fleet is inspected for cleanliness, safety, and consistent service standards before joining the lineup. Cabin sizes and deck layouts vary slightly between vessels, but the core sailing experience and included excursions remain the same across the entire deluxe Nile cruise collection.

Most deluxe Nile cruise itineraries departing from Luxor run five days and four nights, sailing south toward Aswan. Embarkation begins in Luxor, where guests settle into their cabins before the first excursion begins the same afternoon.

The program opens with Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, then crosses to the West Bank for the Valley of The Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. As the ship sails south, this deluxe Nile cruise itinerary typically stops at Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple before reaching Aswan.

The final days in Aswan bring visits to the High Dam and a motorboat crossing to Philae Temple, rounding out one of the most complete 5-star deluxe Nile sailings available before checkout at the Aswan pier.

Sailing the opposite direction, a deluxe Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor typically runs four days and three nights, following the river's natural current north. Guests embark in Aswan and begin sightseeing the same afternoon with a visit to the High Dam.

Day two of this Nile cruise 5 star deluxe itinerary usually covers Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk, followed by a morning stop at Kom Ombo Temple and an afternoon visit to Edfu Temple as the ship continues sailing toward Luxor.

On arrival in Luxor, the program crosses to the West Bank for the Valley of The Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then closes with the East Bank's Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, completing one of the most popular deluxe Nile cruise routes on the river.

A deluxe Nile cruise sits comfortably above standard sailings, offering larger cabins, panoramic windows, and a more polished level of onboard service. Every detail, from the dining room to the sun deck, is designed to feel like a floating boutique hotel rather than a basic riverboat.

Choosing a deluxe Nile cruise also means access to a wider range of amenities, including a swimming pool, lounge bar, and nightly entertainment, without paying for the highest luxury tier. This makes it the preferred choice for travelers who want comfort without a premium price tag.

Every deluxe Nile cruise on this page runs full-board, covering breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, along with private air-conditioned transfers between the airport, hotel, and the ship. This keeps the overall trip cost predictable and easy to plan for in advance.

An English-speaking Egyptologist guide accompanies every excursion listed in this itinerary, and entrance fees to all mentioned temples are already included in the quoted price. Nightly onboard entertainment, including folkloric shows, is a standard part of every deluxe Nile cruise package.

Life between excursions on this sailing centers on the sun deck, where the riverbanks of Upper Egypt drift slowly by. Cabins include private bathrooms and air conditioning, and most 5 star deluxe Nile cruise ships also offer a small pool, lounge bar, and gym.

Bastet Travel curates every deluxe Nile cruise on this list from vetted ships and licensed Egyptologist guides, so a mid-tier price never means a lower standard of service. Beyond Nile sailings, the same team also arranges Luxor Tours and Excursions, Aswan Tours, and wider Egypt Tour Packages for a longer Egypt trip.

For other categories on the same routes, browse the Standard Nile Cruises from Aswan, Ultra Deluxe Nile Cruises from Luxor, or the full Nile River Cruises collection. Every deluxe Nile cruise listed above can also be paired with Cairo Tours and Excursions for a longer holiday.

Ready to book? Message the Bastet Travel team directly on WhatsApp to confirm ship availability, dates, and the current price for any deluxe Nile cruise on this page.

It includes full-board meals, private transfers, an English-speaking guide, and entrance fees to all listed temples, with only drinks and personal extras paid separately.

Most itineraries in this category run four days from Aswan to Luxor or five days from Luxor to Aswan, giving travelers a complete introduction to Upper Egypt.

It offers panoramic cabins, full-board dining, a pool, and professional service, placing it a tier above standard riverboats.

Both routes visit the same temples, so the choice usually comes down to flight timing and where the trip begins.

Simply message the Bastet Travel team on WhatsApp with preferred dates and direction, and they will confirm ship availability and pricing for any sailing listed here.