Concerto Plus Nile Cruise
A deluxe five-star Nile cruiser with Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins, full-board dining and shore excursions at temples along the river.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Fri
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Concerto Plus is a deluxe 5-star Nile cruise package sailing between Luxor and Aswan, arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt with the vessel operated by a third-party cruise line.
·In summary
The Concerto Plus Nile Cruise includes accommodation in the selected cabin class, full board from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation, and shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings. Embarkation and disembarkation are available in Luxor or Aswan, and drinks (including water), gratuities and personal expenses are excluded.
- Cultural
- Archaeology & history
- Couples·
- Solo traveller·
- Seniors
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- Deluxe 5-Star Nile Cruise
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan · River Nile
- Includes
- Selected cabin accommodation · Full board from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation · Shore excursions to listed ancient sites · Embarkation or disembarkation in Luxor or Aswan
- Best for
- First-time Egypt visitors · History enthusiasts · Couples · Families able to manage archaeological-site walking · Travellers seeking a structured Upper Egypt river journey
- Guide languages
- English
- Arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator
- Class-A licensed by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism
- Member of the Egyptian Travel Agents Association, ETAA #718
- DTE selects, books and arranges the cruise while a third-party cruise line operates the vessel
- Local support and organised shore-excursion logistics are provided through the tour arrangement
What lingers
- 01Cruise along the Nile between Luxor and Aswan
- 02Visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple as part of the shore-excursion programme
- 03Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu and Kom Ombo
- 04Visit Philae Temple near Aswan
- 05See the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s West Bank
- 06Choose a Standard, Deluxe or Suite cabin, subject to availability
02Overview
A first look
By late afternoon, the Nile turns copper beneath the sun deck, with palms, feluccas and riverbank villages sliding past at an unhurried pace. The vessel gives you a quiet base between shore excursions, from the carved columns of Karnak Temple to the painted tombs of the Valley of the Kings. Sailing days leave time for the lounge bar, dining room and the changing view through your cabin window, while excursions bring the ancient sites into sharper focus.
Concerto Plus sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan. As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we arrange your embarkation, selected cabin, full-board service and Egyptologists before travel, with Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins subject to availability.
Background
The facts
Concerto Plus Nile Cruise is a deluxe 5-star Nile cruise package arranged between Luxor and Aswan. The assigned third-party vessel sails weekly in both directions, with sailing days alternating with shore excursions at major archaeological sites in Upper Egypt. Embarkation and disembarkation are available in Luxor or Aswan according to the selected sailing.
Named in this entry
Concerto Plus·River Nile·Luxor·Aswan·Karnak Temple·Luxor Temple·Horus Temple in Edfu·Kom Ombo·Philae Temple·Agilkia Island·The Kings’ Valley·Luxor’s West Bank·New Kingdom·Aswan High Dam
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits first-time visitors to Egypt, couples and families who want to combine hotel-style accommodation with guided visits to Upper Egypt’s principal ancient sites. It is also suitable for travellers who prefer a structured river journey over changing hotels by road, although excursions involve walking on uneven archaeological surfaces and in strong sun.
Maybe not, if
- Choose a land-based holiday if you need step-free access throughout or prefer to set your own sightseeing pace. Summer travellers who struggle with extreme heat may find the open-air sites demanding.
Honest assessment
The honest pluses and minuses, as our own team sees them after running this trip.
Highlights
- Links Luxor and Aswan with named archaeological sites along the Nile
- Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins offer a choice of class
Things to Consider
- Ancient sites have uneven ground, steps and limited stroller access
- June to August brings intense heat at exposed archaeological sites
- Drinks (including water), gratuities and single supplements cost extra
Worth knowing
How this compares
Unlike a land-based sightseeing programme, this Nile cruise combines cabin accommodation, sailing between Upper Egypt destinations and a structured shore-excursion programme. Unlike a point-to-point private transfer itinerary, it provides full board from lunch on embarkation through breakfast on disembarkation, although drinks (including water), gratuities and personal expenses are not included.
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
Both directions
Where this ship sails
This vessel works more than one stretch of the river. The direction changes the order of the temples, the number of nights and which city you fly out of.
On board
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Luxor and disembarkation in Aswan.
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The fine print
What's included – and what is left out
Included
- Accommodation aboard the Concerto Plus in the selected cabin class
- Full-board meals, from lunch on embarkation day to breakfast on disembarkation day
- Shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings
- Embarkation or disembarkation in Luxor or Aswan, depending on the selected sailing
Not included
- Drinks, including water, are not included, even with meals
- Single supplement for sole occupancy of a cabin
- Optional pyramid interiors, premium tombs and attractions not included in the selected programme
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Confirm the embarkation city before booking, as sailings are available in both Luxor-to-Aswan and Aswan-to-Luxor directions.
- 02
Ask which cabin class is available for your sailing before comparing prices; Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins are subject to availability.
- 03
Budget separately for drinks (including water), gratuities and personal expenses.
- 04
Sole occupancy has a single supplement, so request the exact amount when checking a cabin price.
Tailor it
Make it yours
Travellers can select Standard, Deluxe or Suite cabin classes, subject to availability, and choose embarkation or disembarkation in Luxor or Aswan according to the sailing. Private transfers, additional hotel nights and extra sightseeing can be requested separately. Pyramid interiors, premium tombs and other attractions outside the listed programme require separate arrangements and payment.
Your own specialist deals with each request before you book.
Where it fits
Use the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise as the Upper Egypt section of a longer holiday, with time in Cairo before or after your sailing. Choose Luxor or Aswan for embarkation and plan onward travel from the other city.
Accessibility
Who can join this
Boarding your Nile cruiser involves a gangway that may be steep, narrow or uneven, depending on the river level. Stairs may connect cabin decks with the dining room, lounge bar and sun deck; whether a lift is available depends on the vessel assigned and should be checked before booking. Shore excursions at Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings include uneven ancient stone, sand, steps and steep ramps, with limited shade. Wheelchair users and guests with limited mobility may need assistance, and an adapted excursion plan should be discussed with us in advance.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The cruise uses a river vessel owned and operated by its appointed cruise line. Shore transport is arranged through local Egyptian suppliers, usually using air-conditioned coaches or private cars suited to group size and port access. Staying on one vessel reduces the need to change hotels between Luxor and Aswan, although fuel use and onboard waste remain part of the operation. We work with local Egyptologists, drivers, port teams and site guides in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan, directing tourism spending to Egyptian workers and businesses. Vessel waste and energy practices vary by assigned ship and are not guaranteed.
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
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport
- Details of your travel insurance
- Comfortable walking footwear with reliable grip
- Sunscreen, SPF 50+
- A sun hat and sunglasses
- A refillable water bottle
- A small bag for day trips
- Any medication you need
What to wear
- Light, relaxed-fit clothes
- Airy layers for fluctuating temperatures
- Comfortable, grippy footwear
- Clothing covering shoulders and knees at temples
- Modest clothing at religious sites
- Swimwear with a sun cover-up
Children & families
Children aged 0 to 5.99 years travel free; children aged 6 to 11.99 years pay 50%; children aged 12 and over pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, with no more than one child per cabin. Two or more children need a cabin of their own. Strollers can be awkward to use on gangways, stairs and uneven ground at ancient sites. High chairs are subject to the cruise line assigned, so please request one ahead of time.
Prices by sailing
Prices are per person in GBP, from 2 people sharing a double cabin. Each price covers the full sailing, the guided sightseeing programme along the route, and your arrival and departure transfers between the vessel and the local airport or railway station.
| Sailing | October – Aprilcurrent season |
|---|---|
| 3 nights · Aswan → Luxorembarks Fridays | October – April: from £767single cabin £1,070 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Mondays | October – April: from £928single cabin £1,332 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Mondays | October – April: from £1,409single cabin £2,115 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Fridays | October – April: from £1,424single cabin £2,131 |
Choose your sailing and date in the booking panel for the exact price.
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.
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.
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
Location
On the map
While you're here
Worth pairing
- Karnak Temple, LuxorRight here
- Luxor TempleRight here
- The Kings’ ValleyRight here
- Horus Temple in EdfuRight here
- Philae Temple, AswanRight here
Why book this with us
Three reasons, stated plainly
01
Combine river sailing with excursions to six named ancient sites
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01How long does the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise usually last?
The Concerto Plus Nile Cruise usually runs for either 7 nights and 8 days or 3 nights and 4 days between Luxor and Aswan. Sailings operate weekly in both directions, so you can embark and disembark in either city.02Which meals are covered by the full-board plan on the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise?
Full board on the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise covers every meal, starting with lunch on the day you embark and ending with breakfast on your disembarkation day. Drinks (including water) usually cost extra.03What shore excursions are part of the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise programme?
The Concerto Plus Nile Cruise features a comprehensive shore-excursion programme that visits major ancient sites. These usually include Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple and the Valley of the Kings.04Which types of cabin can you choose from on the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise?
Cabins on the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise are available in Standard, Deluxe and Suite classes, subject to availability. Every cabin has panoramic windows, and some may also have a balcony overlooking the Nile, offering comfortable accommodation throughout the sailing.05Does the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise cater for children and families?
Yes, families are welcome aboard the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise. Children aged 0–5.99 years travel free, and those aged 6–11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, and each cabin can accommodate a maximum of one child.06What clothing is suitable for the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise and shore trips?
For excursions ashore, we suggest comfortable walking shoes and modest clothing covering the shoulders and knees, particularly when visiting temples. Casual wear is fine on board, though you may prefer something a little smarter for dinner.07Are gratuities covered in the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise fare?
The Concerto Plus Nile Cruise price does not include gratuities. Tipping the crew and your Egyptologist guide is customary, and we can recommend suitable amounts closer to your travel date.08When is the ideal season for a Concerto Plus Nile Cruise?
October to April is generally the best period for a Concerto Plus Nile Cruise, as the weather is cooler and more pleasant for sightseeing. From May to September, summer temperatures can be very high, particularly in Upper Egypt.09What is the policy for single travellers on the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise?
Concerto Plus Nile Cruise cabins are generally priced per person when shared. Travellers occupying a cabin on their own will be charged a single supplement. Please enquire about rates for single occupancy.10How do boarding and leaving the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise work?
You can embark or disembark for the Concerto Plus Nile Cruise in Luxor or Aswan, according to the direction of your chosen sailing. Boarding is typically around midday on the first day, with disembarkation after breakfast on the final day.
Last updated 8 March 2025Product ID: CRU-NIL-495617
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