Monica Nile Cruise
A 5-star Nile cruiser with full-board dining, comfortable cabins and guided shore excursions from Luxor to Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 8 days · 7 nights
- Embarks
- Wed, Sat
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise operates weekly between Luxor and Aswan, with the vessel selected and arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
- New
Snapshot
Good to know
- Accommodation
- 5-Star Nile Cruise Cabin
- Destinations
- Nile River · Luxor · Karnak Temple · Luxor Temple · Valley of the Kings · Edfu · Temple of Horus · Kom Ombo · Philae · Aswan
- Includes
- 5-star Nile cruise cabin · Full board from embarkation lunch through disembarkation breakfast · Shore excursions to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple · Shore excursions to Edfu and Kom Ombo · Shore excursion to Philae Temple · Shore excursion to the Valley of the Kings
- Best for
- First-time Egypt visitors · History enthusiasts · Couples · Families with children · Travellers seeking full-board river cruising
- Guide languages
- English
- Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
- DTE selects, books, and arranges the Nile cruise with the owning cruise line.
- Egyptologist-guided sightseeing can be arranged through the tour operator.
- The cruise and shore-excursion programme are confirmed according to the booking details.
- Cancellation terms are provided on the product page.
- DTE does not own or operate the vessel.
02Overview
A first look
Before breakfast, the Nile slips past Monica Nile Cruise with palms, fields and village rooftops moving quietly beyond the cabin windows. Sailing days give you time on the sun deck or in the lounge bar, while the changing river light makes each shore excursion feel distinct rather than rushed.
The vessel sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, alternating time aboard with visits to temples and tombs along the river. Shore groups are limited to eight, unlike the larger coach parties used on many land-based programmes. We arrange your cabin, embarkation and disembarkation details with the cruise line, while our Egyptologists provide context ashore. Discovery Tours Egypt is a licensed Egyptian tour operator.
Background
The facts
The Monica Nile Cruise is a deluxe 5-star Nile cruise arrangement sailing between Luxor and Aswan in either direction. Sailing occurs weekly, with sailing days alternating with shore excursions at major riverside archaeological sites. Embarkation and disembarkation ports are Luxor and Aswan, depending on the selected direction.
The shore-excursion programme includes Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple in Luxor, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the Ptolemaic temple complex at Kom Ombo, Philae Temple near Aswan, and the Valley of the Kings on Luxor’s West Bank. Karnak and Luxor Temple are located within Luxor’s urban area, while the Valley of the Kings is across the Nile on the West Bank. Edfu and Kom Ombo lie between Luxor and Aswan along the river, and Philae is situated on an island near Aswan.
Cabin accommodation is provided on a 5-star Nile cruiser, with cabin pricing generally calculated per person sharing. Full board runs from lunch on the embarkation day through breakfast on the disembarkation day. Drinks beyond water served with meals, personal expenses, gratuities, and separately charged premium entrances are generally excluded.
The cruise is selected, booked, and arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt; the vessel is owned and operated by a third-party cruise line. Cabin classes and onboard facilities, such as a dining room, lounge bar, sun deck, panoramic windows, Nile-view balconies, or swimming pool, depend on the assigned vessel and booking details.
Named in this entry
Nile River·Luxor·Aswan·Karnak Temple·Luxor Temple·Valley of the Kings·Temple of Horus at Edfu·Kom Ombo·Philae Temple·Luxor West Bank
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits first-time Egypt visitors, history enthusiasts, couples, and families seeking a structured Nile experience with included shore excursions. Travellers should be comfortable boarding a vessel, using gangways, and walking across archaeological sites with uneven surfaces
- private guiding and cabin arrangements can be requested where available.
What lingers
- 01Sailing between Luxor and Aswan in either direction
- 02Shore excursions to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple
- 03Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and Kom Ombo
- 04Explore Philae Temple near Aswan
- 05See the Valley of the Kings on Luxor West Bank
- 06Full board from embarkation lunch through disembarkation breakfast
Worth knowing
How this compares
Unlike a land-only Egypt itinerary, this cruise combines accommodation, river sailing, meals, and a planned programme of riverside archaeological visits. Unlike an independently booked cruise, Discovery Tours Egypt arranges the cruise and associated programme, while the third-party cruise line operates the vessel.
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.
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Luxor and disembarkation in Aswan.
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Cabin pricing
Pricing & seasonal rates
Per person, per cabin, in GBP. Each rate below 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.
7 nights / 8 days · Luxor to Luxor
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | £1,550 | £2,021 | £2,357 |
| Double cabin | £1,080 | £1,281 | £1,550 |
| Triple cabin | £1,080 | £1,281 | £1,550 |
4 nights / 5 days · Luxor to Aswan
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | £1,006 | £1,275 | £1,467 |
| Double cabin | £737 | £852 | £1,006 |
| Triple cabin | £737 | £852 | £1,006 |
3 nights / 4 days · Aswan to Luxor
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | £826 | £1,027 | £1,171 |
| Double cabin | £624 | £710 | £826 |
| Triple cabin | £624 | £710 | £826 |
7 nights / 8 days · Aswan to Aswan
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
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| Single cabin | £1,557 | £2,027 | £2,363 |
| Double cabin | £1,086 | £1,288 | £1,557 |
| Triple cabin | £1,086 | £1,288 | £1,557 |
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.
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Bundled in
- Sun Deck
- Swimming Pool
- Bar
- Restaurant
- Main Lounge Bar
- Spa Center
- Massage Room
- Boutique
- Jewelry Shop
- Laundry Service
- Dry Cleaning Service
- Internet Corner
- Wi-Fi in Public Areas
- Library
- Reception Area
- Soundproofing
- Ultra Violet Water Treatment
- Credit Card Payments
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Accommodation in a 5-star cabin aboard Monica Nile Cruise
- Full board from lunch on the day of embarkation until breakfast on the day of disembarkation
- The vessel’s shore-excursion programme at Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings
Not included
- Drinks other than water served with meals
- Single supplement
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional pyramid interiors, premium tombs and other separately charged entrances unless included in the booking details
- Cancellation terms as stated on the product page
Tailor it
Make it yours
Travellers can request Luxor-to-Aswan or Aswan-to-Luxor sailing, subject to availability, along with private arrangements around embarkation and disembarkation. Cabin class, single occupancy, additional sightseeing, premium tombs, pyramid interiors, transfers, and pre- or post-cruise hotel nights can be reviewed and added according to the booking details.
All requests handled by your dedicated specialist before booking.
Accessibility
Who can join this
This Nile cruise requires boarding via a gangway, which can be steep at some quays, followed by steps and narrow corridors between the cabin deck, dining room, lounge bar and sun deck. Shore excursions may involve uneven ancient stone, sand, cobbles, stairs and limited shade at Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings. Wheelchair access varies by assigned vessel and quay. A mobility aid may be manageable on board but difficult at archaeological sites. Contact us before booking so we can check the cabin location, gangway access, assistance needs and practical excursion alternatives.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Valid passport
- Cruise booking confirmation
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Sunscreen SPF50+ and lip balm
- Refillable water bottle
- Sun hat and sunglasses
- Medication and basic personal toiletries
- Small day bag for shore excursions
What to wear
- Lightweight, loose-fitting clothing for warm weather
- Comfortable shoes for uneven stone and sand
- Light sweater or shawl for air-conditioned areas and cooler evenings
- Covered shoulders and knees at temples and religious sites
- Swimwear with a cover-up for the pool or sun deck
- Sun hat and sunglasses
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, with a maximum of one child per cabin. Two or more children require their own cabin. Strollers can be difficult on gangways, stairs, quays and archaeological sites, so a compact foldable model is more practical. Request a high chair before booking, as availability must be confirmed with the assigned vessel.
Location
On the map
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
Your cruise travels by river between Luxor and Aswan, reducing the need for separate road journeys between the main Nile Valley stops. Shore excursions use local transport and licensed Egyptologists arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator. Cabin service, dining, navigation and site access are supplied by Egyptian cruise and tourism businesses. Fuel use, freshwater consumption, laundry, food waste and shore transport remain relevant environmental considerations. You can help by reusing towels, carrying a refillable bottle where permitted, limiting single-use plastics and following instructions that protect ancient stone and painted surfaces. We do not claim that river travel has no environmental impact.
Licensed local Egyptologists
ETAA-credentialed, on payroll
Fair wages on the ground
Drivers + guides paid above market
Site preservation
We follow MoTA visitor caps and no-touch protocols
Carbon-aware itineraries
Domestic flights only when train/road is impractical
·In summary
This deluxe 5-star Nile cruise includes cabin accommodation, full board from lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day, and shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings. Discovery Tours Egypt arranges the cruise, while a third-party cruise line owns and operates the vessel.
Asked & answered
Frequent questions
01What is the typical duration of a Monica Nile Cruise sailing?
The Monica Nile Cruise typically offers sailings of 3 or 4 nights between Luxor and Aswan. The vessel sails weekly in both directions, alternating sailing days with shore excursions at key riverside sites.02What shore excursions are included with the Monica Nile Cruise?
The Monica Nile Cruise includes a programme of shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the Valley of the Kings. These excursions are led by our Egyptologists.03What meals are included on the Monica Nile Cruise?
The Monica Nile Cruise operates on a full-board basis, which includes all meals from lunch on your embarkation day through breakfast on your disembarkation day. Drinks beyond water with meals are typically extra.04What is the cabin configuration and view like on the Monica Nile Cruise?
Cabins on the Monica Nile Cruise feature panoramic windows offering Nile views. Specific cabin sizes and whether they include balconies can vary by cabin class, with details available upon booking.05What is the policy for children on the Monica Nile Cruise?
Children aged 0–5.99 years travel free, while those 6–11.99 years pay 50% of the adult price. Children 12 years and older pay the full adult price. One child maximum can share a cabin with parents; two or more children require their own cabin.06What should I wear and bring for a Nile cruise?
We recommend comfortable clothing and walking shoes for shore excursions. Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection. Modest dress is advised for temple visits. Pack a light jacket for cooler evenings on deck.07Is the Monica Nile Cruise accessible for guests with mobility concerns?
Nile cruise vessels, including the Monica Nile Cruise, have stairs between decks and may not be fully accessible for guests with significant mobility challenges. Shore excursions often involve walking on uneven ancient stone and sand.08What is the best time of year to take a Monica Nile Cruise?
The best time for a Nile cruise is generally from October to April, when temperatures are milder and more comfortable for sightseeing. Summer months, from May to September, can be very hot.09Are gratuities included in the Monica Nile Cruise price?
No, personal expenses and gratuities for the cruise staff and Egyptologists are not included in the Monica Nile Cruise price. We recommend budgeting for these separately.10How does Discovery Tours Egypt arrange the Monica Nile Cruise?
Discovery Tours Egypt, a licensed Egyptian tour operator, carefully selects and arranges your Monica Nile Cruise with the owning cruise line. We coordinate your cabin booking and the included shore excursion programme.
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
Product ID: CRU-NIL-199589
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