Tiyi Nile Cruise
Luxor to Aswan, temples and Nile sailing
At a glance
- Length
- 3, 4 or 7 nights
- Embarks
- Mon in Luxor · Fri in Aswan
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-Star Deluxe
The short answer
Tiyi is a 5-Star Deluxe Nile cruise ship. Board in Aswan on a Friday for 3 nights to Luxor or a 7-night round trip, or in Luxor on a Monday for 4 nights to Aswan or a 7-night round trip. Fares start from £777 per person, two sharing a double cabin, with full board, guided sightseeing and transfers included.
Routes
Where this ship sails
Each route this ship sails. The direction changes the order of the temples, the number of nights and which city you fly out of. Embarkation days and prices are in the table below.
Cruise lengths, embarkation days and fares
Fares are per person in GBP, based on two sharing a double cabin. Each fare includes the full cruise, the guided sightseeing programme on the way, and transfers between the boat and the local airport or railway station at both ends.
| Cruise | October – Aprilcurrent season | Peak dates18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights · Aswan → Luxorembarks Fridays | October – April: from £777single cabin £1,060triple cabin £777 | Peak dates: from £835single cabin £1,181triple cabin £835 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Mondays | October – April: from £962single cabin £1,339triple cabin £962 | Peak dates: from £1,039single cabin £1,500triple cabin £1,039 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Mondays | October – April: from £1,512single cabin £2,171triple cabin £1,512 | Peak dates: from £1,646single cabin £2,453triple cabin £1,646 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Fridays | October – April: from £1,527single cabin £2,186triple cabin £1,527 | Peak dates: from £1,661single cabin £2,469triple cabin £1,661 |
Peak dates: 18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr. Pick your cruise and date in the booking panel to see the exact fare.
Cabin allocation
- Nile vessels do not have interconnecting cabins.
- Book early and we will ask the vessel to place your party together — usually adjacent, or directly opposite.
- Cabin numbers are confirmed by the vessel at check-in.
These fares are a guide, as prices and cabins move through the year. Do ask us and we will confirm the fare for the days you have in mind.
On board
Detailed itinerary
- 1
Come aboard your Nile cruiser in Luxor and settle into your cabin over lunch. In the afternoon, explore Karnak Temple, ancient Egypt’s largest religious complex, followed by Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Head across to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari and the Colossi of Memnon. The vessel then sets sail south towards Edfu.
- 3
Explore the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt’s best-preserved temple, before sailing onwards to Kom Ombo to see its double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Sail on to Aswan, where the vessel is moored overnight.
- 4
The vessel remains moored in Aswan. Those heading to Abu Simbel set off before dawn, travelling by road or air to the pair of rock-cut temples that Ramesses II had carved into the cliff, and return on board at around midday. Spend the afternoon at leisure on board.
- 5
Following breakfast, leave the ship in Aswan. Spend the morning exploring the city: see the High Dam, reach the Temple of Isis at Philae by motor launch, and visit the granite Unfinished Obelisk, before continuing with your onward transfer.
- 1
Come aboard your Nile cruiser in Aswan and have lunch on board. Explore the High Dam, the Temple of Isis at Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
Head north by boat to Kom Ombo to see its double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, then carry on to Edfu and visit the Temple of Horus. Continue sailing towards Luxor.
- 3
Arrive in Luxor and travel across to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 4
After breakfast, explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank before disembarking for your onward transfer.
- 1
Join the vessel in Luxor and have lunch on board, then explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank.
- 2
Discover the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple and the Colossi of Memnon, then set sail south in the direction of Edfu.
- 3
See the Temple of Horus in Edfu and Kom Ombo’s double temple before continuing by boat to Aswan.
- 4
Explore the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk. An optional trip to Abu Simbel by air or road can be organised.
- 5
Enjoy a restful day in Aswan: take a felucca around Elephantine Island and Kitchener’s Island, or visit a Nubian village, before the vessel heads north.
- 6
- 7
Return to Luxor with time to see any West Bank sites still on your list, or unwind on the sun deck while the vessel moors for its last night.
- 8
Disembark in Luxor after breakfast and continue with your onward transfer.
- 1
Come aboard in Aswan and have lunch on board before visiting the High Dam, Philae Temple and the Unfinished Obelisk.
- 2
Spend a leisurely day in Aswan, sailing by felucca around Elephantine and Kitchener’s Islands, or visiting a Nubian village. An optional trip to Abu Simbel can be arranged.
- 3
Sail north to Kom Ombo to see the twin temple of Sobek and Haroeris, then continue to Edfu and the Temple of Horus.
- 4
In Luxor, cross to the West Bank to visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon.
- 5
Explore Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple on the East Bank before the vessel turns south on its return voyage.
- 6
- 7
Return to Aswan, where you can unwind on board or join an optional excursion before your last night.
- 8
Disembark in Aswan after breakfast for your onward transfer.
02Overview
A first look
What lingers
- 01Shore excursions can include Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple in Luxor.
- 02Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and the riverside temples at Kom Ombo.
- 03The excursion programme can include Philae and the Valley of the Kings.
- 04Five-star cruise package with the vessel assigned at booking.
Bundled in
- Sun Deck
- Restaurant
- Lounge bar
- 24-hour reception
The fine print
What's included – and what is left out
Included
- Accommodation in a Standard cabin aboard Tiyi
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner on a full-board basis
- Tours led by a licensed Egyptologist
- Admission to all sites mentioned
- Transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicles
- Help on arrival and departure
- Cruise taxes and service fees
Not included
- Gratuities for the crew and Egyptologist
- Personal spending
- Drinks, including water, are not included, even with meals
- Optional excursions, including Abu Simbel and a hot-air balloon flight
- Domestic flights
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Confirm whether drinks (including water) are charged separately for your sailing.
- 02
Check the excursion order against the sailing date, as the programme can vary with direction and schedule.
- 03
For Valley of the Kings visits, ask which tombs are included; premium tomb tickets may cost extra.
Add Cairo before or after your cruise
The ship stays between Luxor and Aswan. The Pyramids, and most flights back to the UK, are in Cairo. These short extensions link the two.
Tailor it
Make it yours
You can choose between Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins; pricing is per person sharing, and a single supplement typically applies. We can confirm whether private shore arrangements, additional sites or an extension can be arranged for your dates.
Your own specialist deals with each request before you book.
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- Tiyi suits couples, solo travellers and families with school-age children who want to visit major Nile sites while staying aboard a river cruiser.
Maybe not, if
- Choose a land-based itinerary instead if you need step-free access or want to set your own pace at every site. The programme includes ancient sites with uneven surfaces, and the available cabin sizes and accessibility details are not supplied.
Honest assessment
The honest pluses and minuses, as our own team sees them after running this trip.
Highlights
- Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabin classes give a choice of category.
Things to Consider
- Ancient sites can involve uneven stone, steps and exposed sun.
- Drinks (including water) are typically charged separately.
- Excursion timings and site visits follow the vessel's programme.
- Cabin dimensions and specific views are not provided here.
Worth knowing
How this compares
Many Nile itineraries are sold as fixed packages with a set direction and excursion schedule. Tiyi’s programme covers sailings in both directions between Luxor and Aswan; confirm the selected sailing’s exact dates and excursion order before booking.
Compare
Similar ships to compare
Ships of the same class with the closest fares. Fares are per person, two sharing a double cabin, October to April.
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The route
Luxor and Aswan
- EdfuThe Temple of Horus
- Kom OmboThe Temple of Sobek
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- Cabin aboard Tiyi
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
- Includes
- Cabin accommodation aboard Tiyi · Full board from embarkation-day lunch to disembarkation-day breakfast · Shore-excursion programme · Luxor and Karnak visits · Edfu and Kom Ombo visits · Philae and Valley of the Kings visits
- Best for
- Nile cruise travellers · Ancient Egypt enthusiasts · Travellers visiting Luxor and Aswan
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Passport and a photocopy kept separately
- Walking shoes with good grip
- Sunscreen, SPF30 or higher, and a broad-brimmed hat
- Light layers for cool mornings and evenings
- Reusable water bottle
- Compact daypack for shore trips
- Prescription medicines and a copy of the prescription
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing
- Clothing covering shoulders and knees for temples and mosques
- A light fleece or jacket for cooler mornings
- Comfortable closed shoes for uneven temple approaches and tomb terrain
Children & families
Children aged 0 to 5.99 years travel free; children aged 6 to 11.99 years pay 50% of the adult fare, and those aged 12 years or over pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with a parent, with a maximum of one child per cabin. Two or more children need their own cabin. Cots or foldaway beds depend on availability. Strollers can be useful around ports but are impractical on narrow temple approaches and inside tombs.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The vessel has steps between the main deck, dining room and sun deck. Some cabins are reached by short stair flights, and embarkation uses a gangway that can be steep at smaller Nile jetties, despite its handrails. Shore excursions involve uneven ancient stone, soft sand and steps at sites such as Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Narrow doorways at some tombs can also restrict access. Wheelchairs can be stored onboard, but independent wheelchair access is not possible throughout the vessel or at all sites. Tell us about mobility needs before booking so we can ask about a lower-deck cabin and arrange assistance where available.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
We arrange a Nile cruiser with a diesel engine, a standard propulsion type for river vessels; we do not have verified fuel-consumption figures for the assigned ship. Road transfers for shore excursions may use compact coaches, such as Mercedes Sprinter vehicles, where access or group size calls for them. Crew, Egyptologists and other suppliers are locally employed, supporting work in Luxor and Aswan. Waste-handling practices vary between vessels, so we cannot make a vessel-wide recycling claim. Please minimise single-use plastics and use marked bins for glass or recyclable items where provided. Some excursion programmes may include community-run projects or local markets, but visits and their direct benefits depend on the confirmed arrangements.
Licensed Egyptologist guides
State-licensed, and people we have worked with for years
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities' site rules: marked paths, no touching reliefs
Local teams, real help
Our own offices in Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, Hurghada, Marsa Alam and Sharm El Sheikh
If plans change
Cancellation and refunds
What you receive back if you cancel depends on how far ahead of your holiday you let us know and the kind of holiday you book. See our current cancellation and refund terms
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01How long does a Tiyi Nile Cruise last?
The length depends on the sailing arrangement selected for your trip.02How do embarkation and disembarkation work on the Tiyi Nile Cruise?
Embarkation and disembarkation take place in Luxor or Aswan, depending on the sailing direction. We arrange the cruise place and transfers in private, air-conditioned vehicles, with assistance on arrival and departure. Your confirmed arrangements will give the relevant port and timing; do not assume the vessel departs on the same day you arrive in Egypt.03What is included in the Tiyi Nile Cruise?
The arrangement includes a Standard cabin, full-board meals, guided shore excursions with a licensed Egyptologist, entrance fees to the mentioned sites and private, air-conditioned transfers. Full board runs from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day. Cruise taxes, service charges and assistance on arrival and departure are also included.04What is not included on the Tiyi Nile Cruise?
Drinks (including water), crew and guide gratuities, personal expenses, domestic flights and optional excursions are not included. Abu Simbel and a hot-air balloon flight are examples of optional activities that may be requested separately. Review the booking details for the final list of exclusions and the cancellation terms that apply.05Is the Tiyi Nile Cruise accessible for travellers with limited mobility?
Accessibility details for the vessel and its shore excursions have not been confirmed. Boarding, moving between decks and visiting ancient sites can involve steps, uneven stone and walking in heat. Tell us about any mobility needs before booking so we can check the specific cabin, vessel access and excursion arrangements rather than assume they will be suitable.06What is the child policy for the Tiyi Nile Cruise?
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. Pricing is per person sharing, and the final cabin arrangement should be confirmed when booking.07What should I wear and bring on the Tiyi Nile Cruise?
Bring light, breathable clothing, sun cream, a hat and comfortable shoes for walking on uneven ground at sites such as Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings. Pack modest clothing for temples and mosques, covering shoulders and knees. A light layer can be useful on the sun deck in the evening.08Can I take photographs on the Tiyi Nile Cruise and during excursions?
You can photograph the Nile scenery and the vessel’s public areas, subject to any notices or crew instructions. Rules differ between archaeological sites, tombs and museums, and some interiors may prohibit photography or require a separate permission. Check signs before taking pictures, and ask your Egyptologist if the rules are unclear.09When is the best time to take the Tiyi Nile Cruise?
Autumn through spring generally brings cooler conditions for visiting Luxor, Aswan and the archaeological sites than the summer months. Temperatures and comfort can still vary, particularly during midday excursions. If travelling in summer, ask about the excursion timings before booking; during Ramadan, opening hours at some sites may change.10Which sites are visited on the Tiyi Nile Cruise?
The shore-excursion programme includes Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu’s Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings. Excursion days alternate with sailing days between Luxor and Aswan, so the order depends on the sailing direction and programme. Abu Simbel is optional, not part of the included visits.
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