Embark on an extraordinary journey along the timeless Nile River with our 5 Star Nile Cruises. These elegant floating sanctuaries combine world-class luxury with immersive cultural exploration, allowing you to witness Egyptian mythology monuments from the comfort of a sophisticated river vessel. From the magnificent temples of Luxor to the tranquil beauty of Aswan, our premium cruises offer the perfect balance of relaxation and discovery as you glide along the same waters that nurtured one of humanity’s greatest civilizations.
Our carefully selected 5 Star Nile Cruise vessels represent the finest options for discerning travelers. Each ship in our premium fleet combines elegant design, superior amenities, and attentive service to create a floating sanctuary from which to explore Egypt’s treasures. With typically 40-60 cabins per vessel, these ships offer an intimate atmosphere while providing generous public spaces for relaxation and socializing. Each has its own distinctive character and special features, allowing us to match you with your ideal floating home.
Experience the magic of the Nile on A Sara Nile Cruise to create an unforgettable journey.
3 Nights Every Monday from Aswan
4 Nights Every Thursday from Luxor
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Experience elegance on the Princess Sarah I Nile Cruise, where luxury meets ancient wonders.
3 Nights Every Wednesday from Aswan
4 Nights Every Saturday from Luxor
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Indulge in luxury aboard the Royal Esadora Nile Cruise, offering a regal voyage along Egypt’s iconic Nile River.
3 Nights Every Friday from Aswan
4 Nights Every Monday from Luxor
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Discover opulence aboard the LA Sara Nile Cruise, blending luxury with breathtaking views of Egypt’s landmarks.
3 Nights Every Wednesday from Aswan
4 Nights Every Saturday from Luxor
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Enjoy the elegance of the Princess Sarah II Cruise, offering a luxurious journey through Egypt’s historic Nile River.
3 Nights Every Friday from Aswan
4 Nights Every Monday from Luxor
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Experience the grandeur of the Radamis II Nile Cruise, where luxury meets the timeless beauty of Egypt’s Nile River.
3 Nights Every Friday from Aswan
4 Nights Every Monday from Luxor
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Our 5 Star Nile Cruises represent the gold standard in Egyptian river travel. These meticulously designed vessels combine the intimacy of boutique hotels with the excitement of ever-changing vistas. With typically 40-80 guests attended by professional staff trained in international hospitality standards, these cruises offer an ideal setting for experiencing Egypt’s treasures. Every aspect of your journey is thoughtfully orchestrated, from elegant accommodations to expertly guided excursions, creating a seamless blend of comfort and cultural immersion.
Our 5 Star Nile Cruises feature beautifully appointed cabins and suites designed for both comfort and style. Ranging from 19 to 40 square meters, these refined retreats offer panoramic windows or private balconies that frame the ever-changing Nile scenery. Each room features premium bedding, tasteful décor that blends contemporary luxury with subtle Egyptian motifs, and marble-accented bathrooms with premium amenities. Daily housekeeping ensures immaculate conditions, while thoughtful touches like evening turndown service with local sweets enhance your experience.
Culinary excellence is a hallmark of our 5 Star Nile Cruises, where talented chefs create memorable dining experiences throughout your journey. Breakfast and lunch feature lavish buffets with international favorites alongside Egyptian specialties, while dinners present sophisticated à la carte menus highlighting the finest local ingredients. Special dietary requirements are accommodated with creativity and care. Beyond the main restaurant, enjoy afternoon tea on the sun deck as the Nile’s panorama unfolds before you, or savor a cocktail at the stylish lounge bar as the sun sets over ancient temples.
What makes a 5 Star Nile Cruise truly exceptional is the access it provides to Egypt’s most spectacular monuments. Our carefully planned excursions ensure you experience these ancient wonders in comfort and with expert guidance. Each site visit is led by professional Egyptologists who bring scholarly insight and engaging narratives to these remarkable places, transforming stone monuments into vivid chapters of human history. Our premium coaches feature comfortable seating and air conditioning, making even summer visits pleasant.
Experience the awe-inspiring scale of Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever constructed. Your expert guide will navigate you through this 247-acre sacred city, explaining how it grew over 2,000 years as successive pharaohs added their own monuments. Marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns, many still retaining their original vibrant colors. Your 5 Star Nile Cruise excursion includes visits to less-frequented areas like the Sacred Lake and the impressive statues of Ramses II, with perfectly timed visits to avoid the largest crowds and harshest midday sun.
Delve into the Valley of the Kings, where for nearly 500 years, Egypt’s pharaohs constructed elaborate underground tombs filled with treasures and decorated with intricate scenes to guide them to the afterlife. Your 5 Star Nile Cruise package includes entry to three tombs (rotating according to conservation schedules), with your Egyptologist helping you select the most impressive examples based on your interests. Marvel at the remarkably preserved colors in tombs like Seti I and Ramses VI, where scenes of the pharaoh’s journey through the underworld remain vibrant after three millennia.
Enhance your 5 Star Nile Cruise with an optional hot air balloon experience over Luxor’s West Bank. Rising before dawn, you’ll witness the sunrise illuminating the monuments and landscape from a breathtaking perspective. As you float silently above the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon, your pilot provides geographical context while allowing the majesty of the scene to speak for itself. This peaceful one-hour journey offers unparalleled photographic opportunities and a profound appreciation for how the ancient Egyptians integrated their monuments with the natural landscape.
While not included in standard itineraries due to its remote location, our 5 Star Nile Cruises offer well-organized optional excursions to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel. Travel in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned coach or opt for a convenient flight from Aswan. Upon arrival, marvel at the four colossal statues of Ramses II guarding his temple, carved directly into the mountainside as a display of pharaonic power. Your guide will explain both the original construction and the remarkable 1960s UNESCO project that saved these temples from Lake Nasser’s rising waters by relocating them piece by piece.
Life aboard our 5 Star Nile Cruises balances enriching cultural activities with ample opportunities for relaxation and indulgence. Between fascinating shore excursions, you’ll enjoy thoughtfully curated experiences designed to enhance your connection to Egypt while providing the comfort and service expected of premium river cruising. From educational presentations to wellness offerings, each aspect of onboard life contributes to a journey that satisfies both mind and body.
Our 5 Star Nile Cruises feature engaging educational programs that deepen your appreciation of Egypt’s extraordinary heritage. Professional Egyptologists offer fascinating presentations on topics ranging from hieroglyphics and mythology to daily life in ancient Egypt, using visual aids and replica artifacts to bring history vividly to life. Interactive workshops might include basic hieroglyphic writing or traditional Egyptian cooking demonstrations. Evening entertainment often features authentic performances of Nubian music, graceful tanoura whirling dances, or elegant classical music, creating memorable cultural experiences in comfortable surroundings.
Dining aboard our 5 Star Nile Cruises is a delightful exploration of both international excellence and authentic Egyptian flavors. Breakfast and lunch typically feature lavish buffets with live cooking stations, while dinners alternate between sophisticated buffets and elegant à la carte service. Special themed evenings might include a traditional Egyptian feast with local specialties like aromatic koshari, flavorful molokhia, and delicate konafa desserts. Professional chefs use fresh, high-quality ingredients, accommodating dietary requirements with creative alternatives. Complimentary beverages typically include mineral water, tea, and coffee, with premium wine and spirit packages available.
The sun deck of our 5 Star Nile Cruises serves as an open-air living room where you can relax while watching the timeless Nile landscape unfold. Comfortable loungers with fresh towels invite leisurely afternoons, while swimming pools offer refreshing relief from the Egyptian sun. Attentive staff circulate with cool beverages and light refreshments throughout the day. For indoor relaxation, find a quiet corner in the elegantly appointed lounge with a book from the ship’s library, or enjoy a massage treatment using aromatic oils inspired by ancient Egyptian wellness traditions. These peaceful moments between excursions create a perfect balance to the active exploration of monuments.
As the sun sets over the Nile, our 5 Star Cruise vessels transform into elegant evening retreats. Begin with pre-dinner cocktails in the panoramic lounge, perhaps enjoying a signature Egyptian hibiscus karkadeh or classic international options prepared by skilled bartenders. After dinner, entertainment varies nightly and might include mesmerizing tanoura performances where dancers spin in colorful illuminated costumes, talented musicians playing both traditional and contemporary pieces, or perhaps a Galabiya party where guests enjoy wearing traditional Egyptian attire. For those preferring quieter evenings, the starlit sun deck offers a peaceful setting for contemplating the Nile’s timeless beauty.
While our standard 5 Star Nile Cruises offer exceptional experiences, we also provide opportunities to further elevate your journey with carefully curated optional enhancements. These premium additions allow you to personalize your Egyptian adventure according to your specific interests and preferences. From private excursions to special celebrations, these thoughtfully designed experiences add extra dimensions of discovery, comfort, and memorability to your Nile voyage.
Enhance your 5 Star Nile Cruise with private guided excursions offering greater flexibility and personal attention. Instead of joining group tours, explore with your own Egyptologist who tailors each visit to your interests—photography, architecture, mythology, or ancient daily life. Private tours also include access to lesser-known sites not in standard programs, such as the tombs of nobles in Luxor or the colorful Nubian village near Aswan, creating exceptional experiences beyond the usual tourist route.
Discover Egypt’s ancient wonders from a thrilling new perspective with our optional aerial experiences. A sunrise hot air balloon flight over Luxor reveals the precision of ancient city planning, with temples along the Nile and tombs set in the western hills. For an exclusive experience, helicopter flights from Luxor or Aswan offer spectacular views of monuments like Hatshepsut’s Temple, the massive High Dam, and Lake Nasser, enhanced by informative headset commentary throughout the journey.
Celebrate special occasions in unforgettable style aboard our 5 Star Nile Cruises. Anniversary couples can enjoy a private candlelit dinner under the stars, with custom menus and premium wines. Birthday guests may receive personalized cakes, cabin décor, and recognition during evening shows. For milestone events, private cocktail receptions or exclusive lounge use can be arranged with Egyptian-inspired canapés. Our attentive crew handles every detail, ensuring lasting memories of your celebration.
Complement your 5 Star Nile Cruise with a traditional felucca sailing adventure. These graceful wooden boats with triangular sails have glided along the Nile for centuries. Guests enjoy comfortable seating, quality refreshments, and attentive service while sailing around Aswan’s islands with views of the botanical gardens, Old Cataract Hotel, and Elephantine Island. In Luxor, a trip to Banana Island reveals rural life along the river. Peaceful and silent, these wind-powered journeys connect you to Egypt’s timeless rhythm.
Enrich your cruise through authentic culinary encounters aboard our 5 Star Nile Cruises. Join interactive cooking sessions as the chef demonstrates beloved Egyptian recipes such as koshari or stuffed vine leaves. Curated tasting menus showcase regional dishes—from Alexandria’s seafood to Aswan’s Nubian cuisine—each course introduced with cultural insight. Wine tastings featuring emerging Egyptian vineyards offer delightful surprises for guests eager to explore the country’s growing wine scene.
Elevate your 5 Star Nile Cruise with wellness options designed for relaxation and renewal. Indulge in soothing spa treatments using aromatic oils like jasmine, lotus, and frankincense, prized since ancient times. Private yoga or meditation sessions can be arranged on the sun deck at sunrise or sunset, with the tranquil Nile as your backdrop. Active travelers can enjoy personal fitness sessions in the gym. These wellness additions ensure you return home refreshed in both body and spirit.
Best Time Cruise The prime season for 5 Star Nile Cruises runs from October through April, when the weather is most pleasant for exploring ancient sites. December to February offers ideal temperatures (21–27°C / 70–80°F) but is also peak season, so booking 6–9 months in advance is recommended. October–November and March–April provide great conditions with fewer visitors. Summer cruises (May–September) offer excellent value, with full air conditioning and excursions scheduled for early morning and late afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
Most visitors to Egypt require a tourist visa, which can be obtained upon arrival at Egyptian airports for many nationalities (currently $25 USD) or in advance through Egyptian consulates. Our 5 Star Nile Cruise packages include meet-and-assist service at airports to facilitate the visa process and expedite immigration procedures. For the smoothest arrival experience, we recommend having passport-sized photos available and paying for visas in USD. Passports must be valid for at least six months beyond your entry date.
For your comfort and to respect local customs, we suggest:
While gratuities for the cruise staff are at your discretion, we provide the following guidelines to assist you:
Many guests choose to give gratuities at the end of the cruise. Envelopes are available at reception, and some packages include pre-paid tips.
The best month for a Nile cruise is generally between October and April when the weather is pleasantly mild, making it perfect for sightseeing. During these months, you can comfortably explore the treasures of Egypt without the scorching summer heat. This period offers ideal conditions for River Nile Cruises all inclusive, allowing you to enjoy both the onboard amenities and the breathtaking historical sites with Egypt Cruise Planners.
A Nile River cruise can cost anywhere from $500 to $3,000 per person, depending on the duration, type of cruise, and level of luxury you choose. For a premium experience, such as a River Nile Cruises all inclusive package, expect to pay more for added perks like gourmet meals, guided excursions, and luxury accommodations. Egypt Cruise Planners offers a range of packages that cater to different budgets and preferences.
To truly immerse yourself in the wonders of the Nile, a 4 to 7-day cruise is ideal. This duration allows enough time to visit key sites in Luxor, Aswan, and everything in between, including the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Philae Temple. Opting for a River Nile Cruises all inclusive package ensures that you make the most of your journey, with everything from guided tours to exquisite dining covered by Egypt Cruise Planners.
A Nile cruise in Egypt is a must for anyone interested in history, culture, and unique travel experiences. It combines the adventure of exploring ancient ruins with the luxury of cruising down one of the world’s most iconic rivers. With River Nile Cruises all inclusive packages, you get the best of both worlds—seamless travel, expert-guided tours, and exceptional amenities.
5 Star Nile Cruises set the premium standard for Nile travel, offering clear advantages over 4-star vessels. Cabins are more spacious and elegantly furnished, dining is superior with diverse menus, and public areas like sun decks and pools are larger. Service is attentive, with excellent staff-to-guest ratios and expert Egyptologists guiding excursions. These cruises strike the perfect balance between comfort, service, and value.
All 5 Star Nile Cruises provide WiFi, though signal strength may vary along the river. Connections are reliable near Luxor and Aswan but weaker in remote areas. Basic WiFi for browsing and email is usually free, with paid upgrades for streaming or calls. Mobile coverage is strong throughout. For steady access, consider buying an Egyptian SIM card or arranging an international data plan before traveling.
