Discovery Tours Egypt

Nile Cruises.

As a specialized Egypt DMC for Nile cruise programs, we handle cruise coordination, embarkation logistics, and shore excursion management for Luxor-Aswan routes with 3-7 night programs. Full board accommodations with included shore excursions to temples and monuments along the Nile Valley.

Nile cruise ship sailing past Luxor temple ruins at sunset

Luxury River Cruises

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  • Nile river cruiser with a felucca and flowering bushes on the bankThe Nile
  • Boat deck railing looking across the Nile to reeds and palm-lined banksThe Nile

Cruise Options.

Two classic routes — both include full board and guided shore excursions to the Nile Valley's great temples.

Aswan to Luxor

4 Days / 3 Nights

Aswan → Luxor · Full Board · Excursions Included

Day 1
Aswan: Embarkation, High Dam, Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk
Day 2
Kom Ombo & Edfu: Kom Ombo Temple (Sobek & Horus), Edfu Temple of Horus
Day 3
Luxor West Bank: Valley of Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon
Day 4
Luxor East Bank: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, disembarkation

Luxor to Aswan

5 Days / 4 Nights

Luxor → Aswan · Full Board · Abu Simbel Optional

Day 1
Luxor: Embarkation, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple
Day 2
Luxor West Bank: Valley of Kings, Queens, Hatshepsut, Nobles' Tombs
Day 3
Edfu & Kom Ombo: Edfu Temple, sail to Kom Ombo, temple visit
Day 4
Aswan: High Dam, Philae Temple, felucca ride around Elephantine Island
Day 5
Aswan: Optional Abu Simbel excursion, disembarkation

Partner Benefits.

  1. Cruise Coordination

    Embarkation logistics, shore-excursion management, and direct coordination with cruise operations teams.

  2. Guaranteed Cabins

    Confirmed availability across cabin categories. Early booking advantages for peak season programs.

  3. Seamless Transfers

    Airport-port coordination, luggage handling, and timing management for smooth embarkation and disembarkation.

Related reading from our operations desk.

All 73 briefings →
  1. Nile River Cruises: Operational Briefing for Trade

  2. Nile Cruise Timings and Transfers: Trade Briefing

  3. Nile Cruise Options for Tour Operators

Questions buyers ask.

How do I book Nile cruises through an Egypt DMC?

Discovery Tours Egypt partners with 15+ Nile cruise operators covering 5-star deluxe ships, boutique dahabiyas, and premium vessels. Provide your dates and group size, and we'll present options with net rates, cabin categories, and itinerary details.

What types of Nile cruise vessels are available?

Options include large 5-star cruise ships (70-150 cabins), intimate dahabiyas (6-12 cabins), and premium boutique vessels. All partner vessels are inspected annually for safety, cabin quality, and dining standards.

What is the typical Nile cruise itinerary?

Standard cruises operate Luxor-Aswan or Aswan-Luxor over 3-4 nights, visiting Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae temples. Extended 7-night options include additional stops. All shore excursions are guided by licensed Egyptologists.

Plan your Nile cruise program.

Contact us for cruise options, cabin availability, and detailed itineraries along the Nile Valley.