Grand Rose Nile Cruise
Five-star Nile cruiser with full-board dining, sun deck, lounge bar and cabins from Standard to Suite; sails weekly between Luxor and Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Fri
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Grand Rose Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile cruise vessel arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Snapshot
Good to know
- Guide languages
- English · Italian · French · German · Others
- Licensed by ETAA (Egyptian tourism authority)
- Based in Cairo with five regional offices across Egypt
- 5-star classified cruise with full-board service
02 Overview
A first look
By late afternoon the Nile's light turns copper on the sun deck, and the lintel-shaped silhouettes of temple pylons cut the horizon; conversations slow, cameras are put away, and the boat moves quietly between riverbanks. You will spend mornings ashore at monuments and afternoons on board, standing at a railing with a cooling breeze and a view that changes kilometre by kilometre.
We hand-pick this cruiser when clients prefer a classic, relaxed onboard atmosphere rather than a large, bar-focused boat. The vessel sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, and we arrange your embarkation, disembarkation and shore excursions; one of our Egyptologists accompanies the programme to explain the sites.
Background
The facts
Grand Rose Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile river vessel used for scheduled sailing between Luxor and Aswan. It carries passengers in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite cabins, with some accommodation offering Nile-view windows or balconies. Onboard facilities include a sun deck, lounge bar, and dining room, and the voyage is sold on a full board basis from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day.
The vessel’s shore-excursion programme typically includes Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the Luxor side, then Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae during the river journey, with the Valley of the Kings included in the Luxor sightseeing program depending on the sailing direction. Luxor’s principal temple sites date mainly to the New Kingdom and later periods, while Edfu’s Temple of Horus is a Ptolemaic temple and Kom Ombo is a rare double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
Weekly sailings operate in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, with embarkation and disembarkation in those two cities. The river distance between Luxor and Aswan is roughly 230 km by road and about 200 km by river route, with sailing time divided between cruising and guided shore visits. The ship is suited to travelers who want a classic Nile-cruise atmosphere rather than a larger, bar-focused vessel.
Named in this entry
Luxor · Aswan · Nile · Grand Rose · Karnak · Valley of the Kings · Philae · Luxor Temple · Nile cruise · Discovery Tours Egypt · sun deck · Nile River
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise is a good fit for adults and older children who want a structured Nile itinerary with guided temple visits and comfortable onboard accommodation. It also suits first-time visitors who prefer a classic river-cruise format with full board and a relaxed evening setting.
Maybe not, if
- Not suitable for people needing full wheelchair access
- Those who prefer fast-paced, activity-heavy itineraries
- Guests with severe mobility restrictions due to temple steps
What lingers
- 01 Sun deck with shaded seating and panoramic Nile views
- 02 Lounge bar and indoor seating for evening briefings and relaxation
- 03 Dining room serving full board meals from embarkation lunch to disembarkation breakfast
- 04 Cabin grades: Standard, Deluxe and Suite, several with Nile-view windows or balconies
- 05 Shore-excursion programme visiting Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu (Temple of Horus), Kom Ombo, Philae and Valley of the Kings
- 06 Weekly sailings in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, embarkation and disembarkation at Luxor and Aswan
Worth knowing
How this compares
Versus weeklong Nile sailings, the 4-day cruise concentrates on the Luxor–Aswan temple cluster, delivering core highlights with fewer transit days.
The route
Luxor and Aswan
- EdfuThe Temple of Horus
- Kom OmboThe Temple of Sobek
Choose your direction
- Luxor → Aswan4 nightsupstream, against the current
- Aswan → Luxor3 nightsdownstream, with the current
- Round-trip7 nightsreturn to Luxor or Aswan
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Aswan and disembarkation in Luxor.
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Cabin pricing
Pricing & seasonal rates
Per person in USD, based on cabin sharing. Single supplements apply. Holiday surcharges apply at Christmas, New Year & Easter.
4 Days / 3 Nights · Aswan to Luxor
| Cabin | May to August | Jan to April |
|---|---|---|
| Triple Cabin | $730 | on request |
| Double Cabin | $740 | $800 |
| Single Cabin | $920 | $1,025 |
5 Days / 4 Nights · Luxor to Aswan
| Cabin | May to August | Jan to April |
|---|---|---|
| Triple Cabin | $820 | on request |
| Double Cabin | $830 | $900 |
| Single Cabin | $1,070 | $1,200 |
Children 0–5.99 years free · 6–11.99 years pay 50% · 12+ pay full adult price. Children must share a cabin with parents (max 2 per cabin).
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
On property
What's here
- restaurant
- bar
- concierge
- rooftop-terrace
- pool
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Full board meals: lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
- Accommodation in the booked cabin grade on board
- Use of onboard facilities such as sun deck, lounge bar and dining room
- Scheduled shore excursions as per the vessel's programme
Not included
- Drinks beyond water with meals, unless stated at booking
- Gratuities and personal expenses
- International or domestic flights and airport taxes
- Egypt entry visa and travel insurance
- Site-specific premium entrance tickets not included (for example pyramid interiors or premium tombs) unless explicitly stated
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Request an upper-deck cabin for broader Nile views during sailing and sunrise
- 02
Plan temple visits early in the morning to avoid heat and crowds
- 03
Carry small Egyptian pounds for market purchases, tips, and snack stalls onshore
- 04
Bring a lightweight scarf for sun protection and to cover shoulders at temples
Accessibility
Who can join this
Gangways and narrow staircases may limit wheelchair access on some vessels. Many temple sites have uneven stone and high steps; ramps are limited. Inform Discovery Tours Egypt before booking to discuss cabin placement and any special assistance requirements.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Passport and travel documents
- Small Egyptian pounds and a credit card
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a wide-brimmed hat
- Comfortable walking shoes for uneven temple paths
- Reusable water bottle and basic medications
What to wear
- Light, breathable, and modest clothing for temple visits
- Comfortable closed walking shoes for archaeological sites
- Layers for cooler evenings on deck
- Sunhat and UV-protective sunglasses
Children & families
Children are welcome; vessel policies and minimum ages vary by cruise. Contact Discovery Tours Egypt for details on child fares, age restrictions, and cabin-sharing rules.
Location
On the map
While you're here
Worth pairing
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
Discovery Tours Egypt work with local suppliers and employ locally trained crews to support communities. The operator follows cultural-respect guidelines and seeks to reduce single-use plastics where feasible.
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Licensed local Egyptologists
ETAA-credentialed, on payroll
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Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
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Site preservation
We follow MoTA visitor caps and no-touch protocols
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Carbon-aware itineraries
Domestic flights only when train/road is impractical
· In summary
The Grand Rose is a 4-day, 3-night deluxe Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan. Arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt (based in Cairo with five regional offices; licensed by ETAA), it includes full-board meals and guided shore excursions to key monuments such as Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- Full refund less a £50 admin fee
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund
- Within 14 days
- No refund – date changes considered case by case
Last updated 17 May 2026 Product ID: CRU-LUX-766321
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