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Nile Cruise 5-Star Deluxe Aswan → Luxor

Magic II Nile Cruise

At a glance

Length
4 days · 3 nights
Embarks
Mon, Fri
Board
Full Board
Class
5-star

The short answer

Magic II Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile cruise vessel arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.

02 Overview

A first look

Four days aboard MS Magic II on the Nile, with daily shore visits and evenings on board. Standard site entrance fees are included unless stated otherwise.

Background

The facts

Magic II is a five-star Nile cruise vessel that sails weekly between Luxor and Aswan in both directions. Embarkation and disembarkation take place at the Luxor and Aswan ports, with the cruise line arranging scheduled shore excursions during the sailing programme.

The onboard layout includes a sun deck, lounge bar, and dining room. Cabins are offered in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite categories, with a mix of panoramic windows and Nile-view balconies depending on cabin type. Full board is provided from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day.

The excursion programme commonly covers Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the Luxor side, then Edfu Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple near Aswan, with the Valley of the Kings included in the Luxor sightseeing programme. These are among the best-known Upper Egypt monuments, linked to the New Kingdom period, Ptolemaic temple building, and ancient Theban burial archaeology.

Because the vessel sails the Nile rather than operating as a land tour, the experience combines hotel-style accommodation with river travel between sites. Standard onboard facilities and port-related charges are included where charged by the cruise line, while drinks beyond water with meals are typically extra.

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • This cruise is suited to travellers who want a comfortable Nile itinerary with hotel-style cabins and guided sightseeing, especially couples, friends, and first-time visitors in the 30-70 age range. It also suits travellers who prefer a ship-based pace over moving between cities by coach.

What lingers

  • 01 Four-day voyage aboard MS Magic II between Luxor and Aswan, stopping at Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Esna.
  • 02 Two guided temple visits: Edfu Temple (two hours), Kom Ombo Temple (90 minutes); our Egyptologist leads both.
  • 03 Morning in Luxor: Karnak Temple visit and Luxor West Bank tombs including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut.
  • 04 Sail through Esna lock en route; overnight cruising between archaeological sites reduces daytime transit.
  • 05 Unlike packaged 4-night cruises, we schedule full visits to Edfu and Kom Ombo rather than rushed stopovers.

The route

Luxor and Aswan

  1. LuxorKarnak & the Valley of the KingsEmbark
  2. EdfuThe Temple of Horus
  3. Kom OmboThe Temple of Sobek
  4. AswanPhilae Temple & the High DamDisembark

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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The fine print

What's included – and what isn't

Included

  • Accommodation on board in the chosen cabin
  • Full board, from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
  • Shore excursions as scheduled by the cruise line to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings
  • Use of public facilities: sun deck, lounge bar and dining room
  • Port taxes and standard onboard service charges where charged by the cruise line

Not included

  • Drinks beyond water with meals
  • Gratuities for crew and guides unless otherwise stated
  • Egypt entry visa and international flights
  • Entrance fees for optional premium sites such as the Khufu or Khafre pyramid interiors and premium tombs unless explicitly listed
  • Personal expenses and optional activities not listed in the cruise line programme

Before you go

What to pack & wear

Children & families

Children 0–5.99 years travel free; 6–11.99 years pay 50%; 12+ pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents (maximum one child per cabin). Two or more children require their own cabin.

Location

On the map

Luxor and Aswan — where it sails in EgyptMediterranean SeaRed SeaWestern DesertEastern DesertLake NasserLuxorEdfuKom OmboAswanCairoAbu SimbelN
Cairo lies north; your cruise is the gold stretch in the south. The Nile flows north, so sailing upstream means heading south.

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

  1. 01 What is included in the MS Magic II 4-day cruise?
    Price typically includes full-board meals, shared transfers, and standard site entrance fees listed in the sailing itinerary. Pyramid interiors, premium tombs (for example Tutankhamun or Seti I) and crew gratuities are normally charged separately. We are the operator on the ground, a licensed Egyptian tour operator, and we confirm exact inclusions on your booking voucher.
  2. 02 What is the typical itinerary for a four-day Nile cruise?
    A typical four-day Nile cruise sails between Aswan and Luxor, calling at Kom Ombo and Edfu with guided temple visits. Some boats run Aswan→Luxor; others do the reverse – the exact order depends on embarkation port and schedule. Unlike a single-day transfer, the four-day format includes overnight sailing and more time on the Luxor West Bank and at Karnak; we send the confirmed itinerary with your booking documents.
  3. 03 Do I need to pay extra for temple entrances and private guides?
    Standard site entrance fees are usually included; premium tombs and pyramid interiors are charged extra. Private Egyptologists, bespoke shore excursions and personal guides are available at an additional cost and can be booked through us. Crew gratuities are customarily not included; we recommend carrying small notes in local currency for crew and local guides.
  4. 04 How do I get to and from the ship at start/end of the cruise?
    We arrange shared harbour or hotel transfers at embarkation and disembarkation as part of the cruise transfer service. Exact meeting points depend on whether you arrive by flight, sleeper train or road; we confirm pick-up time on your booking voucher. If you prefer a private transfer or meet-and-greet at the airport, we can provide a separate quote.
  5. 05 Are cabins air-conditioned and do they have ensuite bathrooms?
    Cabins on Nile cruise vessels such as MS Magic II are air-conditioned and fitted with an ensuite bathroom. Cabin size and deck position affect window type, storage and walk-around space; we will confirm your cabin category at booking. Electricity on most boats is 220V – bring a universal adapter if you need one.
  6. 06 Is the 4-day MS Magic II cruise suitable for children or older travellers?
    A four-day Nile cruise suits children and older travellers who manage moderate walking and stairs. Shore landings often require steps, small boats and walking on uneven ancient stone; there is limited shade at midday and occasional early starts. If mobility is reduced, tell us before booking so we can advise on feasibility, suggest gentler pacing or arrange private transfers and assistance.

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 18 May 2026 Product ID: CRU-NIL-800567

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