Medea Nile Cruise
Five-star Nile cruiser with panoramic windows, Nile-view balconies, sun deck, lounge bar and full-board dining; guided shore excursions and weekly sailings between Luxor and Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Thu
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Medea Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile cruise vessel arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
02 Overview
A first look
By sunrise the Nile's surface slips past palm groves, and the vessel's gangway still feels cool underfoot as sunlight slides across the sun deck and Nile-view balconies. Afternoon light favours the lounge bar and the pool, while cabins with panoramic windows make the river a constant companion between shore visits.
We arrange this cruise as a licensed Egyptian tour operator and an English-speaking Egyptologist leads the scheduled shore excursions; the vessel sails weekly between Luxor and Aswan. We favour ships that alternate sailing days with on-shore archaeology visits rather than long coach transfers, and we handle embarkation and disembarkation formalities for you.
Background
The facts
Medea Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile river vessel that operates weekly sailings between Luxor and Aswan in both directions. Embarkation and disembarkation take place at Luxor and Aswan, with the journey structured around sailing days and scheduled shore excursions at major Upper Egypt sites. The cruise is arranged for travelers by Discovery Tours Egypt, while the vessel itself is owned and operated by its cruise line.
The excursion programme typically includes Karnak Temple in Luxor, Luxor Temple on the east bank, the Valley of the Kings on the west bank, Edfu Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple near Aswan. These sites represent major Pharaonic and Greco-Roman monuments along the Nile corridor, with transfer by road between the vessel and each monument as required. An English-speaking Egyptologist accompanies the scheduled visits.
Cabins are available in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite grades, all with en-suite facilities and either panoramic windows or Nile-view balconies depending on cabin category. Onboard facilities include a sun deck with shaded seating, a lounge bar, a main dining room, and a small pool where present. Full board meals run from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day, with drinks beyond water usually extra.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits travelers who want a structured Nile itinerary with guided archaeology visits rather than independent sightseeing. It is especially suitable for adults, couples, and older children who are comfortable with repeated transfers, stairs at temples, and walking on uneven ground.
What lingers
- 01 Five-star vessel with graded cabins: Standard, Deluxe and Suite, all en-suite
- 02 Sun deck with shaded seating, lounge bar and a small pool for cooling on sailing days
- 03 Full board dining, served in a main dining room with panoramic views
- 04 Scheduled shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings
- 05 Visits to Edfu Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo and Philae as part of the excursion programme
- 06 Weekly sailings in both directions, embarkation and disembarkation at Luxor and Aswan
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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Pricing & seasons
Prices are per person in GBP, based on 2 pax sharing. Live pricing available on request – contact our specialists for season-specific quotes, solo-traveller supplements and group rates.
| Season | Travel window | Basis | From / person |
|---|---|---|---|
| high | Oct 2025 – Apr 2026 | 2 pax sharing | From $1,260 |
| low | May 2026 – Sep 2026 | 2 pax sharing | From $1,260 |
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Full board meals, from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
- En-suite cabin accommodation, graded by class (Standard, Deluxe, Suite)
- Scheduled shore excursions with an English-speaking Egyptologist
- Use of onboard facilities, including sun deck, lounge bar and pool where present
- Port taxes and routine onboard service charges
Not included
- Drinks beyond water with meals and premium beverages
- Gratuities for crew and guides, typically paid locally
- Personal expenses such as laundry, spa treatments and phone charges
- Optional private or premium excursions (for example, hot-air balloon rides)
- Entrance tickets for premium-access sites such as pyramid interiors, where applicable
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
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
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01 How long is the Medea Nile cruise?
Four days, sailing from Luxor to Aswan. -
02 What temples are included?
Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple in the evening, Edfu Temple (with an overnight mooring for a fuller visit), and Philae Temple reached by motorboat from Aswan. -
03 What's the price?
From $1,260 per person, sharing a cabin. -
04 Is it privately guided?
Yes – an Egyptologist meets you on the gangway in Luxor and leads every shore visit. -
05 What's included on board?
Full-board meals from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day, en-suite cabin accommodation, and use of the sun deck and lounge bar.
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-520376
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