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Nile Story Nile Cruise 2026
Sail the legendary Nile between Luxor and Aswan with hand-picked ships, expert Egyptologist guides, and transparent pricing. Tell us your dates and we will tailor the perfect Nile Story Nile Cruise package for you.
Customize Your Trip to EgyptOverview
Embark on an unforgettable adventure aboard the Nile Story Nile Cruise, where comfort seamlessly meets discovery along the timeless Nile River. Sail between Luxor and Aswan to witness ancient wonders, relax in well-appointed spaces, and enjoy private guided tours alongside fine onboard dining and exceptional hospitality.
Why Choose This Cruise
- Choose between flexible 3-night and 4-night sailing itineraries.
- Enjoy private tours led by expert English-speaking Egyptologists.
- Stay in comfortable cabins featuring panoramic windows and climate control.
- Relish full-board dining with international and traditional Egyptian dishes.
- Relax on a spacious sun deck with a swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
- Benefits include entrance fees, daily bottled water, and taxes.
- Access onboard wellness facilities like a spa, library, and games.
- Experience Egyptian culture with historical lectures and Galabiya parties.
Nile Story Nile Cruise Facilities
Nile Story Nile Cruise blends contemporary comforts with authentic Egyptian hospitality, featuring well-appointed cabins with panoramic windows and modern amenities, diverse dining options, a sun deck with pool and Jacuzzi, spa and wellness services, leisure facilities, and onboard Egyptologist-led lectures for a complete and enriching Nile experience.
Nile Story Nile Cruise Itinerary
4 Days Nile Story Cruise Itinerary (From Aswan)
- Arrive at Aswan Airport or train station with greeting and assistance from our representative.
- Transfer to the Nile Story Nile Cruise to begin your journey.
- Discover the iconic Temple of Philae dedicated to the goddess Isis.
- Explore the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut.
- Return onboard the cruise to enjoy a delicious lunch.
- Enjoy dinner onboard followed by an overnight stay in Aswan.
- Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy breakfast onboard before setting sail toward Kom Ombo.
- Explore the unique Temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris.
- Continue sailing toward Edfu while enjoying lunch onboard.
Visit the Temple of Edfu, one of Egypt's best-preserved temples dedicated to Horus. - Sail toward Luxor in the evening.
- Experience a traditional Egyptian Galabiya party along with dinner onboard.
- Spend a comfortable overnight stay onboard the cruise in Luxor.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy an early breakfast onboard before starting your Luxor exploration.
- Visit Luxor’s West Bank including the famous Valley of the Kings.
- Discover the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari.
- Stop to view the impressive Colossi of Memnon statues.
- Return onboard the cruise for lunch before heading to the East Bank.
- Explore Karnak Temple, the grand complex dedicated primarily to Amun.
- Enjoy dinner onboard accompanied by live music and a disco night.
- Spend an overnight stay onboard the cruise in Luxor.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy breakfast onboard before disembarking from the cruise at 08:00 AM.
- Meet our representative for assistance with your departure procedures.
- Transfer privately to Luxor Airport or the train station.
- Meals Included: Breakfast
5 Days Nile Story Cruise Itinerary (From Luxor)
- Transfer privately to the Nile Story Nile Cruise to begin your journey.
- Check in onboard around noon and enjoy a fresh lunch.
- Visit Luxor’s East Bank to explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
- Discover the grand Karnak complex dedicated primarily to the god Amun.
- Walk along the famous Avenue of Sphinxes connecting Karnak and Luxor temples.
- Admire architectural achievements initiated by Amenhotep III.
- Return onboard the cruise for dinner.
- Spend an overnight stay onboard the cruise in Luxor.
- Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy an early breakfast onboard before exploring Luxor’s West Bank.
- Visit the famous Valley of the Kings, the burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs.
- Return onboard the cruise to enjoy lunch as you begin sailing toward Esna.
- Sail through the historic Esna Lock while continuing your journey toward Edfu.
- Enjoy dinner onboard the cruise in the evening.
- Spend an overnight stay onboard the cruise in Edfu.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy breakfast onboard before visiting the remarkably preserved Temple of Edfu.
- Explore the ancient architectural details dedicated to Horus the Falcon god.
- Return onboard the cruise for lunch while sailing toward Kom Ombo.
- Discover the unique dual Temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris.
- Continue sailing along the Nile toward Aswan in the evening.
- Enjoy dinner onboard followed by a traditional Egyptian Galabiya party.
- Spend an overnight stay onboard the cruise in Aswan.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy breakfast onboard before starting your tour of Aswan’s top attractions.
- Visit the Unfinished Obelisk located in the ancient granite quarries.
- Discover the High Dam built to control Nile flooding.
- Return onboard the cruise to enjoy lunch.
- Spend the afternoon enjoying free time to relax onboard or explore Aswan independently.
- Enjoy your final dinner onboard the cruise.
- Spend an overnight stay onboard the cruise in Aswan.
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Enjoy breakfast onboard before disembarking from the cruise at 08:00 AM.
- Meet our representative for assistance with your departure procedures.
- Transfer privately to Aswan Airport or the train station for your onward journey.
- Meals Included: Breakfast
Nile Story Nile Cruise Prices
3 nights Nile Story Nile Cruise Prices
| Room Type | Price |
|---|---|
| 👥 Double Room | $590 Per Person |
| 👤 Single Room | $960 |
| Room Type | Price |
|---|---|
| 👥 Double Room | $675 Per Person |
| 👤 Single Room | $1,150 |
4 nights Nile Story Nile Cruise Prices
| Room Type | Price |
|---|---|
| 👥 Double Room | $635 Per Person |
| 👤 Single Room | $1,100 |
| Room Type | Price |
|---|---|
| 👥 Double Room | $800 Per Person |
| 👤 Single Room | $1,350 |
Included
- Full meet-and-assist service upon your arrival and departure.
- Accommodation for 3 or 4 nights on board the Nile Cruise with a full-board meal plan.
- All private Nile Cruise sightseeing excursions listed in the itinerary.
- Continuous support from our dedicated team throughout your stay and tours.
- Entrance fees for all mentioned archaeological sites between Luxor and Aswan.
- Expert English-speaking tour guide for all cruise excursions with small group sizes.
- Private transfers in a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- One complimentary bottle of water per person daily.
- All applicable service charges and local taxes.
Excluded
- Gratuities and tips for the tour guide, driver, and cruise crew.
- Personal expenses, including laundry and phone calls.
- Additional meals and beverages not specified in the plan.
- Optional tours or extra sightseeing excursions not included in the itinerary
Travel Policy Guide
- All prices are quoted in US Dollars, with Euros and British Pounds accepted based on official daily rates.
- Prices reflect seasonal demand and availability and may adjust without prior notice.
- Once a deposit or full payment is received, your booking price is fully secured and guaranteed.
- A 25% surcharge applies to all bookings during Christmas, New Year, and Easter peak seasons.
- Standard bookings require a 30% advance deposit to confirm your cabin reservation.
- The remaining 70% balance for standard bookings is due 15 days before arrival in Egypt.
- Peak season bookings require a 50% advance deposit to secure your reservation.
- The final 50% balance for peak season bookings is due 15 days before arrival.
- You will receive a formal confirmation email, detailed itinerary, travel documents, and payment receipt upon payment.
- Cancellations made 30 days or more before arrival receive a full refund minus bank fees.
- Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before arrival incur a 25% charge of the total tour cost.
- Cancellations made 7 to 14 days before arrival incur a 50% charge of the total tour cost.
- Cancellations made less than 7 days before arrival or no-shows forfeit 100% of the total cost.
- Approved refunds are processed within 14 business days of receiving a written request.
- Infants under 2 years of age travel free of charge.
- Children aged 2 to 5 years pay 25% of the adult price.
- Children aged 6 to 11 years pay 50% of the adult price.
- Children aged 12 years and above pay full adult rates.
- All child discounts apply only when sharing accommodation with two full-paying adults.
- Recommended tour guide tipping is 15 to 20 USD per day per group.
- Recommended driver tipping is 5 to 10 USD per day per group.
- Recommended Nile Cruise crew tipping is 10 USD per person per night for all onboard staff.
- Carrying small USD or Egyptian Pound bills is recommended for daily tipping convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
The cruise offers 3-night or 4-night itineraries, departing on Mondays from Luxor and Fridays from Aswan.
The package includes a full-board basis with main restaurant dining, optional poolside meals, and one complimentary bottled water daily per person.
Yes, entrance fees to all mentioned sites between Luxor and Aswan and a private English-speaking tour guide are included.
Cabins feature climate control, panoramic windows, private baths, hair dryers, safes, and tea/coffee makers, while the ship offers a sun deck pool, Jacuzzi, spa, library, and lounges.
Tipping for the guide, driver, and crew, personal expenses like laundry, extra drinks or meals, and optional extra tours are excluded.
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