Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise
Five-star Nile cruiser with panoramic windows, pool, lounge bar and rooftop terrace, full-board dining and guided shore excursions on weekly sailings between Luxor and Aswan.
At a glance
- Length
- 4 days · 3 nights
- Embarks
- Wed, Sat
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
The short answer
Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise is a five-star Nile cruise vessel arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt.
Snapshot
Good to know
- Guide languages
- English · French · German · Italian · Others
- Discovery Tours Egypt: Cairo + five regional offices since 1988
- Licensed by the Egyptian Tourism Authority (ETAA)
- Operated aboard a Steigenberger-brand, five-star Nile vessel
- Experienced local guides lead key shore excursions
02Overview
A first look
Regency is a five-star ship in the Steigenberger Nile fleet, cruising between Luxor and Aswan with full-board dining, a pool deck and guided shore excursions at the riverside temples.
Background
The facts
Steigenberger Regency is a five-star Nile cruise vessel that sails on the Luxor–Aswan river route and is arranged for travelers by Discovery Tours Egypt. The cruise program typically links Upper Egypt’s main temple and tomb sites, with shore excursions to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Edfu Temple of Horus, Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, and the West Bank monuments near the Valley of the Kings.
Embarkation in Luxor is at Travco Dock, Cornish El Nile, opposite the Winter Palace Hotel. Cabins are offered in Standard, Deluxe, and Suite categories, and many have panoramic windows or Nile-view balconies. On board, the vessel includes a restaurant, lounge bar, pool, and rooftop terrace, which are used during the sailing days between sightseeing stops.
The route follows the traditional cruise corridor between Luxor and Aswan on the Nile River. Standard sightseeing on these cruises commonly includes the Karnak Temple Complex, Luxor Temple, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the Ptolemaic temple at Kom Ombo, and the Temple of Isis at Philae, with the Valley of the Kings included on Luxor-side programs when the sailing direction and schedule allow.
Named in this entry
Steigenberger Regency·Luxor·Aswan·Karnak Temple·Valley of the Kings·Edfu Temple·Kom Ombo·Philae Temple·Nile·Discovery Tours Egypt·ETAA·Luxor–Aswan
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Is this for you?
Yes, if
- This cruise suits travelers who want a guided Upper Egypt experience with comfortable accommodation rather than a fast day-trip format. It is a good fit for couples, solo travelers, and families with older children who enjoy archaeology, river scenery, and hotel-style service on board.
Maybe not, if
- Travelers requiring full wheelchair accessibility throughout the vessel
- Guests who prefer slow-paced, extended sea days without shore stops
What lingers
- 01Five-star vessel with pool, lounge bar, restaurant and rooftop terrace
- 02Cabin classes from Standard to Suite, many with panoramic windows or Nile-view balconies
- 03Excursion program that visits Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings
- 04Sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan
- 05Full board dining, with lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
- 06Embarkation point at Travco Dock, Cornish El Nile, opposite the Winter Palace Hotel in Luxor
Worth knowing
How this compares
Versus seven-night Nile cruises, this four-day itinerary concentrates on the key Luxor–Aswan temple cluster with fewer sailing days. It suits travelers short on time who still want comfortable onboard service and guided archaeology 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.
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Aswan and disembarkation in Luxor.
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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 | £1,920 | £3,264 | £4,205 |
| Double cabin | £1,281 | £2,088 | £2,625 |
| Triple cabin | £1,248 | — | — |
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 | £1,217 | £1,985 | £2,523 |
| Double cabin | £852 | £1,313 | £1,620 |
| Triple cabin | £833 | — | — |
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 | £984 | £1,560 | £1,963 |
| Double cabin | £710 | £1,056 | £1,286 |
| Triple cabin | £696 | — | — |
7 nights / 8 days · Aswan to Aswan
| Cabin | Low seasonMay – September | High seasonOctober – April | Peak season18 Dec – 6 Jan, 21 Mar – 4 Apr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single cabin | £1,926 | £3,270 | £4,211 |
| Double cabin | £1,288 | £2,094 | £2,632 |
| Triple cabin | £1,254 | — | — |
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.
On property
What's here
- restaurant
- pool
- bar
- rooftop-terrace
- business-center
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Full board meals: lunch on embarkation day through breakfast on disembarkation day
- Use of on-board facilities: pool, lounge bar, restaurant, rooftop terrace
- Accommodation in chosen cabin class (Standard, Deluxe, Suite)
- On-board service and daily cabin cleaning
- Embarkation and disembarkation assistance at Luxor and Aswan
Not included
- Drinks beyond water with meals, unless stated otherwise
- Optional shore excursions and entrance fees that are premium (for example, pyramid interiors)
- Gratuities to crew and Egyptologists unless requested
- Domestic flights, arrival or departure hotels, and personal expenses
- Single supplement where applicable
Field notes
From our Egyptologists
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Choose an early-morning Valley of the Kings slot to avoid crowds and afternoon heat.
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Bring spare cash for tomb photography permits and local craft purchases at sites.
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Sit on the starboard side at sunset for the best Nile bank views.
- 04
Reserve a front-deck seat during sailings to watch river life and villages pass.
Accessibility
Who can join this
The vessel has cabins on multiple decks and some areas require climbing stairs. Gangways can be steep and many shore sites have uneven stone and steps. Please contact us to discuss specific accessibility needs and possible assistance.
Before you go
What to pack & wear
What to bring
- Sunhat and high-SPF sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes for ruins and uneven surfaces
- Reusable water bottle and personal medication
- Small daypack for excursions and purchases
- Spare cash for permits, tips and market purchases
What to wear
- Lightweight, modest clothing for temple visits
- Layered outfits for cool mornings and warm afternoons
- Sturdy closed shoes for archaeological sites
- Smart-casual attire for evenings onboard
Children & families
Children are welcome; they must usually share a cabin with adults and rates vary by age. Some shore excursions may be unsuitable for very young children–please contact us for age-specific advice and options.
Location
On the map
While you're here
Worth pairing
– Responsible travel
How we travel here
The operator sources local produce where possible and employs local guides and crew. Staff receive cultural-sensitivity guidance and the cruise follows respectful visiting practices at archaeological sites.
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
The Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise is a four-day, three-night luxury cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Arranged by Discovery Tours Egypt (Cairo + five regional offices since 1988; licensed by ETAA), it offers full-board dining and guided shore excursions to Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae.
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-LUX-415279
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