Jaz Regent Nile Cruise
A five-star Nile vessel with panoramic windows, a sun terrace, lounge bar, restaurant, cabins across several grades and full-board dining; it runs weekly between Luxor and Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Mon, Fri
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Jaz Regent Nile Cruise is a passenger vessel sailing between Luxor and Aswan, with bookings arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.
·In summary
The Nile route between Luxor and Aswan covers approximately 200–220 km by river, with the distance affected by navigation and docking conditions. The Jaz Regent’s excursion programme includes six major sites, among them Karnak Temple, Edfu Temple and the Valley of the Kings.
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- Five-Star Nile Cruise
- Destinations
- Luxor · Edfu · Kom Ombo · Aswan
- Includes
- Accommodation in chosen cabin class · Full board from embarkation lunch to disembarkation breakfast · Shore excursions on the vessel’s programme · Access to the sun deck, lounge bar and dining room · Port taxes and applicable cruise-related charges
- Best for
- Couples · 文化 and history travellers · Nile cruise guests · Travellers choosing cabin upgrades
- Guide languages
- English · French · German · Italian · Others
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- The vessel’s stated cabin grades are Standard, Deluxe and Suite.
What lingers
- 01Choose between Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabin classes.
- 02Higher cabin grades offer Nile views.
- 03View the river from the sun deck while sailing between Luxor and Aswan.
- 04The vessel’s shore excursion programme can include Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings.
- 05Use the on-board lounge bar and dining room.
02Overview
A first look
Background
The facts
Jaz Regent is a passenger vessel used for Nile cruises between Luxor and Aswan. Discovery Tours Egypt arranges bookings and cabin allocation; the cruise line owns and operates the vessel. Cabins are graded Standard, Deluxe and Suite, and the on-board facilities include a dining room, lounge bar and sun deck.
The river route is approximately 200–220 km, depending on navigation and docking conditions. The vessel’s shore-excursion programme includes Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple in Luxor, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae on Agilkia Island near Aswan, and the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s West Bank. The vessel sails weekly in both directions, with sailing and shore visits on alternating days.
Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple form part of Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis, a UNESCO World Heritage property inscribed in 1979. The Valley of the Kings is within this property. Philae is part of the UNESCO-listed Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae. The temples and royal tombs span several periods of ancient Egyptian history, including the New Kingdom.
Full board runs from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day; drinks (including water) are extra unless stated otherwise. Embarkation and disembarkation are at Luxor or Aswan. Visit schedules, site access and opening hours depend on the vessel’s excursion programme and local conditions.
Named in this entry
Jaz Regent·Luxor·Aswan·Nile·Karnak Temple·Luxor Temple·Edfu Temple·Temple of Horus·Kom Ombo Temple·Philae·Agilkia Island·Valley of the Kings·Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis·Nubian Monuments from Abu Simbel to Philae
Suited to
Is this for you?
Yes, if
- Jaz Regent suits couples, adult travellers and small groups who want guided visits to Upper Egypt’s major temples without arranging each transfer separately. It also works for first-time visitors who enjoy river travel, full-board meals and a structured programme more than an independent, flexible pace.
Maybe not, if
- Choose another option if you need step-free access, a resort-only holiday or complete control over each day’s schedule. Gangways, stairs and uneven temple surfaces can make the cruise difficult with a pushchair or for travellers with limited mobility.
Honest assessment
The honest pluses and minuses, as our own team sees them after running this trip.
Highlights
- Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins offer a choice of class.
- A sun deck and lounge bar provide space to view the Nile while sailing.
Things to Consider
- Shore visits involve uneven ancient stone and some stairways.
- Sailing between ports takes several hours on some days.
- Drinks (including water) and bar charges cost extra.
- The excursion programme allows less freedom than an independent stay.
Worth knowing
How this compares
Many Nile holidays rely on road transfers between Upper Egyptian sites; this cruise links Luxor and Aswan by river, with shore visits included in the vessel’s excursion programme. Unlike a land-based stay, cabin class and the vessel’s shared dining and lounge facilities shape the time spent between visits.
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 Aswan and disembarkation in Luxor.
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The fine print
What's included – and what is left out
Included
- Accommodation aboard Jaz Regent in your selected cabin class
- Full board meals, from lunch on embarkation day to breakfast on disembarkation day
- Shore excursions included in the vessel’s excursion programme
- Use of the vessel’s shared spaces, including the sun deck, lounge bar and dining room
- Port taxes and local cruise-related charges, where applicable
Not included
- Drinks, including water, are not included, even with meals
- International and domestic flights
- Transfers to or from the embarkation or disembarkation port, unless booked separately
- Gratuities for the ship’s crew and Egyptologists, unless paid in advance
- Entry fees for optional premium tombs or pyramid interiors, which are usually charged separately
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
- 01
Ask for the exact cabin category and whether its Nile view is a window or balcony before confirming.
- 02
Check the vessel’s excursion schedule for the order of stops, as sailing and shore visits alternate.
- 03
Allow for changes to river travel times because navigation and docking conditions affect the route.
- 04
Confirm drink prices; drinks (including water) and bar charges are extra.
Tailor it
Make it yours
You can choose between Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabins, subject to availability, and request either sailing direction between Luxor and Aswan. Transfers to or from the ports, flights and optional premium tomb or pyramid-interior tickets can be arranged separately on request. Drinks (including water), personal expenses, travel insurance and gratuities are not included unless confirmed otherwise.
Your own specialist deals with each request before you book.
Where it fits
Jaz Regent works well as the Nile section of a wider Egypt itinerary, paired with time in Cairo before or after the cruise.
Accessibility
Who can join this
Shore excursions involve walking over uneven ancient stone, sand and other irregular surfaces, with steps at sites such as Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings and Philae. Boarding may involve a gangway and steps, and access can vary with the river level and quay. The vessel’s wheelchair access, cabin layout, lift availability and accessible facilities have not been confirmed, so do not assume the ship is step-free. Wheelchair users and travellers with limited mobility should contact us before booking so we can check the assigned vessel and discuss which visits may be manageable. Some sites may not be practical without assistance.
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The cruise is provided by a separate vessel operator, and details about its fuel use, waste systems, food sourcing and environmental policies have not been supplied. We therefore cannot verify specific sustainability measures or claim that the sailing reduces emissions. Shore excursions include visits to Egyptian heritage sites such as Karnak Temple, Edfu and Philae. Please follow site rules, keep to marked paths and avoid touching or removing ancient material. Egyptian crew, guides and shore-service providers are involved in the cruise programme, though staffing and supplier arrangements can vary. Ask us before booking if you need current details about the vessel’s suppliers or onboard practices.
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
- Passport, visa and travel documents
- Comfortable closed-toe walking shoes for uneven stone and steps
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat
- Refillable water bottle
- Light layers for cooler mornings and evenings
- Small day bag for shore excursions
- Egyptian pounds for personal purchases and gratuities
What to wear
- Breathable, lightweight clothes for hot daytime weather
- Clothing covering shoulders and knees at temples and mosques
- Comfortable closed shoes with a secure grip
- A sun hat and sunglasses for time on deck
- Smart-casual attire for dinner in the evening
Children & families
Children aged 0–5.99 years travel free; children aged 6–11.99 years pay 50%; children aged 12 or over pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, with a maximum of one child per cabin. Two or more children require their own cabin. Strollers may be difficult to manage on gangways and at sites with uneven ground and steps. High-chair availability has not been confirmed, so ask us to check with the vessel operator before booking.
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 | May – September | Peak dates18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 nights · Aswan → Luxorembarks Fridays | October – April: from £1,214single cabin £1,834 | May – September: from £969single cabin £1,430triple cabin £940 | Peak dates: from £1,459single cabin £2,252triple cabin £1,459 |
| 4 nights · Luxor → Aswanembarks Mondays | October – April: from £1,524single cabin £2,350 | May – September: from £1,197single cabin £1,812triple cabin £1,159 | Peak dates: from £1,850single cabin £2,907triple cabin £1,850 |
| 7 nights · Luxor → Luxorembarks Mondays | October – April: from £2,452single cabin £3,898 | May – September: from £1,880single cabin £2,956triple cabin £1,813 | Peak dates: from £3,023single cabin £4,873triple cabin £3,023 |
| 7 nights · Aswan → Aswanembarks Fridays | October – April: from £2,467single cabin £3,913 | May – September: from £1,895single cabin £2,971triple cabin £1,828 | Peak dates: from £3,039single cabin £4,888triple cabin £3,039 |
Peak dates: 18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr, 9 Apr – 23 Apr. 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 TempleRight here
- Luxor TempleRight here
- The Valley of the KingsRight here
- Edfu's Temple of HorusRight here
- Kom Ombo's templeRight here
- Philae TempleRight here
Why book this with us
Three reasons, stated plainly
01
Compare Standard, Deluxe and Suite cabin options
02
We arrange bookings directly for this named vessel
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What is the typical duration of a Jaz Regent Nile Cruise?
The Jaz Regent Nile Cruise typically offers sailings of three, four, or seven nights between Luxor and Aswan. These voyages alternate between sailing days on the Nile and escorted shore excursions to major ancient sites.02What is included in the full board accommodation on the Jaz Regent Nile Cruise?
Full board on the Jaz Regent Nile Cruise includes all meals, from lunch on your embarkation day through breakfast on your disembarkation day. Drinks (including water) and other bar charges are typically extra.03What shore excursions are part of the Jaz Regent Nile Cruise programme?
The cruise programme includes escorted shore excursions to key sites such as Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. These visits are led by our Egyptologists.04What cabin classes are available on the Jaz Regent Nile Cruise?
The Jaz Regent Nile Cruise offers cabins in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite grades. Higher grades often provide enhanced Nile views, with all cabins designed for comfort during your river journey.05Is the Jaz Regent Nile Cruise suitable for families with children?
Yes, the Jaz Regent Nile Cruise welcomes families. Children aged 0 to 5.99 years travel free, while those aged 6 to 11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents, with a maximum of one child per cabin.06What should I wear and bring for a Nile cruise in Egypt?
For shore excursions, comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunglasses, and high-factor sun cream are essential. Modest clothing is recommended for temple visits. On board, smart casual attire is suitable for evenings.07When is the best time of year to take a Jaz Regent Nile Cruise?
The best time to experience a Nile cruise is during the winter sun months, from November to March, when the weather is cooler and more pleasant for sightseeing. The vessel operates year-round, offering a unique experience in any season.08What facilities are available on board the Jaz Regent Nile Cruise?
The Jaz Regent Nile Cruise features a dining room, a lounge bar, and a spacious sun deck for relaxing and enjoying the river views. There is also an on-board pool for guests to use while sailing.09Are gratuities for the crew and Egyptologists included in the cruise price?
Gratuities for the ship's crew and your Egyptologist are not typically included in the cruise price unless specifically pre-paid as part of your booking. This allows you to tip based on your satisfaction.10How does Discovery Tours Egypt arrange my Jaz Regent Nile Cruise?
As a licensed Egyptian tour operator, we hand-pick and arrange your booking, cabin allocation, and the vessel's shore-excursion programme. The Jaz Regent Nile Cruise vessel is owned and operated by the cruise line itself.
Last updated 8 March 2025Product ID: CRU-LUX-379509
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