Tiyi Nile Cruise

The short answer

Tiyi Nile Cruise is a Nile River cruise vessel serving Luxor and Aswan, with shore excursions at archaeological sites along the route, arranged through Discovery Tours Egypt.

·In summary

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

What lingers

• 01Sail on the Nile between Luxor and Aswan, with weekly departures in both directions.
• 02Shore excursions can include Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple in Luxor.
• 03Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu and the riverside temples at Kom Ombo.
• 04The excursion programme can include Philae and the Valley of the Kings.
• 05Five-star cruise package with the vessel assigned at booking.

Background

The facts

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Is this for you?

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.

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.

• Aswan to Luxor3 nights on this shipRead the route guide
• Luxor to Aswan4 nights on this shipRead the route guide
• Luxor round trip7 nights on this shipRead the route guide
• Aswan round trip7 nights on this shipRead the route guide

Bundled in

• ·Sun Deck
• ·Restaurant
• ·Lounge bar
• ·24-hour reception

The fine print

What's included – and what is left out

1. 01

   Confirm whether drinks (including water) are charged separately for your sailing.

2. 02

   Check the excursion order against the sailing date, as the programme can vary with direction and schedule.

3. 03

   For Valley of the Kings visits, ask which tombs are included; premium tomb tickets may cost extra.

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.

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

Before you go

What to pack & wear

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

While you're here

Worth pairing

• Karnak TempleRight here
• Luxor TempleRight here
• Temple of Horus at EdfuRight here
• Kom Ombo TempleRight here
• Philae TempleRight here
• The Valley of the KingsRight here

Asked & answered

Frequent questions

1. 01How long does a Tiyi Nile Cruise last?

   The length depends on the sailing arrangement selected for your trip. Tiyi sails weekly in both directions between Luxor and Aswan, with sailing days alternating with shore excursions. Check the duration shown for your chosen booking before confirming, as the one-day product-page label does not describe the vessel’s full sailing programme.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.