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Nile Serenity Nile Cruise

At a glance

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

The short answer

Nile Serenity Nile Cruise is a 5-star Nile cruise vessel arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.

02 Overview

A first look

This four-day itinerary on MS Nile Serenity runs between Luxor and Aswan with on-board accommodation and scheduled shore visits. We arrange transfers, guided visits and local support throughout the cruise.

Background

The facts

Nile Serenity is a 5-star Nile cruise vessel used for sailings between Luxor and Aswan on the Nile River. Embarkation and disembarkation take place in Luxor and Aswan, and the vessel’s shore-excursion programme commonly includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu (Temple of Horus), Kom Ombo, and Philae Temple. These sites are among the best-known monuments of Upper Egypt and are typically visited with local Egyptologists.

Karnak Temple is located in modern-day Luxor, on the east bank of the Nile, while Luxor Temple lies about 2 km to the south along the riverfront. The Valley of the Kings is on the west bank of Luxor, where royal tombs were cut into the limestone cliffs during the New Kingdom period, mainly from the 18th to 20th Dynasties. Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, and Kom Ombo is a double temple associated with Sobek and Horus the Elder.

On board, Nile Serenity offers cabins in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite categories, with some cabins featuring panoramic windows or Nile-view balconies. The vessel includes a sun deck, a lounge bar, and a main dining room with full board meals served from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day. The cruise typically sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, with time on the river alternating with guided shore excursions.

For travellers, this type of vessel combines hotel-style accommodation with sightseeing access to major ancient Egyptian monuments. The cruise arrangement is suitable for visitors who want structured transport, meals on board, and guided visits without changing hotels between cities.

Suited to

Is this for you?

Yes, if

  • This cruise suits adults and older children who want a comfortable, hotel-standard way to visit Upper Egypt’s major temples and tomb sites. It is especially relevant for first-time visitors, history-focused travellers, and couples or small groups who prefer a guided, low-hassle river journey.

What lingers

  • 01 Four-day cruise between Luxor and Aswan, includes guided visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
  • 02 Two-hour guided West Bank excursion: Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut's Mortuary Temple with our Egyptologist.
  • 03 We schedule Edfu visit after morning tourist boats depart, reducing crowds compared with standard cruise timetables.
  • 04 Sail Kom Ombo; onshore visit examines crocodile-cult archaeology and Greco-Roman reliefs with our Egyptologist.
  • 05 All meals on board and daily guided excursions included; premium pyramid interiors and gratuities excluded by default.

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

  • Full board meals: lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
  • Accommodation in the chosen cabin class on board the vessel
  • Shore excursions as per the vessel's programme: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae
  • Services of local Egyptologists for guided visits

Not included

  • Drinks beyond water with meals
  • International flights to Egypt and domestic flights
  • Gratuities for crew, cruise staff and guides unless otherwise stated
  • Visas and personal travel insurance
  • Optional extras such as hot-air balloon flights, premium tomb entries or private transfers

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 4-day MS Nile Serenity cruise?
    The cruise price covers your cabin, meals on board, scheduled shore excursions, daily housekeeping and port handling. Standard archaeological site entrance fees are included unless we state otherwise; pyramid interiors, premium tombs (Tutankhamun, Seti I) and personal gratuities are excluded. We are a licensed Egyptian tour operator and arrange transfers to and from the cruise berth in port cities as part of your booking.
  2. 02 Do I need a visa for Egypt?
    Most visitors need an Egyptian entry visa; requirements vary by nationality. Many nationalities can obtain an e‑Visa before travel or a visa on arrival; your passport should be valid for at least six months. We can assist with visa letters and guidance when you book with us.
  3. 03 Are shore excursions led by Egyptologists?
    Yes – excursions are led by our Egyptologists or experienced local guides, depending on site schedules. Our Egyptologists provide archaeological briefings and accompany key visits where available; at busier ports a qualified local guide may lead the group. Compared with mass coach tours, we prioritise guided time on sites rather than a single rushed stop.
  4. 04 Is Wi‑Fi available onboard MS Nile Serenity?
    Wi‑Fi is available in public areas on MS Nile Serenity, but signal strength varies along the river. Expect reliable email and messaging for planning; streaming and video calls are often unreliable. We recommend buying an Egyptian SIM for better data coverage on shore.
  5. 05 How much walking and physical exertion should I expect?
    Expect moderate walking, uneven ancient stone at temples, multiple steps in tombs and gangway transfers from ship to shore. Excursions often start early to avoid midday heat and shade is limited at many sites. If you have reduced mobility, tell us in advance – some sites require steep stairs and long uneven paths.
  6. 06 What about tipping and gratuities?
    Gratuities for the crew, Egyptologist and local guides are normally not included in the cruise fare. We will advise customary tipping ranges at booking; small cash tips are commonly accepted and card facilities for gratuities may be limited on smaller boats. If you prefer, we can arrange a pooled gratuity to distribute on your behalf.

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-973497

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