Standard Nile River Cruises

Best Standard Nile River Cruises Between Luxor and Aswan
Cheap and Budget Nile Cruise Packages

A Standard Nile River Cruise is the cheapest way to experience a fully private Nile Cruise between Luxor and Aswan, and the most popular budget Nile Cruise option for travelers who want a complete Egypt Nile itinerary at the lowest available price. A Standard Nile Cruise is a classic Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise on a licensed 5 star motorized cruise ship, combining the same private Egyptologist guide, full board, and all entrance fees as higher category boats at the best budget Nile Cruise price per person. Every cheap Nile Cruise package on this page offers a wide selection of private cabins, on-board dining, sun decks, and daily guided excursions to the major temples and monuments along the Nile River Valley. Every Standard Nile Cruise package is arranged as a fully private experience for your group, with no shared tours and no group guide handoffs.

WOW Egypt Tours offers 18 of the best Standard Nile Cruise boats on the river, sailing weekly across 3 fixed schedules in both directions. Standard Nile River Cruise packages from Luxor depart every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, and Standard Nile River Cruise packages from Aswan depart every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, giving the widest choice of departure days of any Nile Cruise category. The 5 Days/4 Nights Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise and the 4 Days/3 Nights Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise are both available on every schedule, depending on the preferred route, available dates, and itinerary direction.

Egypt budget Nile Cruise packages are available on 4-day and 5-day itineraries sailing between Luxor and Aswan in both directions. Cheap Nile Cruise prices start from $695 per person on the 4 Days/3 Nights Aswan to Luxor itinerary, and from $794 per person on the 5 Days/4 Nights Luxor to Aswan itinerary. The best budget Nile Cruise price depends on the departure schedule, cabin type, travel date, route, and included visits.

A budget Nile Cruise Luxor Aswan holiday can be arranged as a cheap Nile Cruise vacation, a budget Nile Cruise package, or a budget Nile Cruise from Cairo with domestic flights, transfers, sightseeing, and cruise accommodation included. Standard Nile Cruise packages are available for 2026, 2027, and 2028 with multiple weekly departures year round.

At WOW Egypt Tours, every Standard Nile River Cruise is fully private and arranged exclusively for your group or family. There are no shared guides, no group tours, and no handoffs to local site guides at any point in the itinerary. The WOW Team is available 24/7 before, during, and after your trip to ensure everything runs perfectly.

Cheap Nile Cruise Price
Budget Nile Cruise Packages

Egypt cheap Nile Cruise packages are available on 4-day and 5-day itineraries sailing between Luxor and Aswan in both directions. All budget Nile Cruise holidays include a Private Professional Egyptologist Guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, full board on board, a private cabin with en-suite bathroom, and all entrance fees throughout. Departures from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and from Aswan every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The cheap Nile Cruise cost varies by season, with different rates for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter.

Budget Nile Cruise prices start from $695 per person on the 4 Days/3 Nights Aswan to Luxor itinerary, and from $794 per person on the 5 Days/4 Nights Luxor to Aswan itinerary. Cheap Nile Cruise prices vary by cabin type, travel date, and departure schedule. All prices include a Private Professional Egyptologist Guide, private transfers, full board, and all entrance fees. There are no hidden costs.

See the 4 Days 3 Nights Cheap Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor and the 5 Days 4 Nights Budget Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan pages for full itineraries, current seasonal rates, and availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028. A cheap Nile Cruise holiday can be arranged as a budget Nile Cruise vacation, a budget Nile Cruise package, or a cheap Nile Cruise from Cairo with domestic flights, transfers, sightseeing, and cruise accommodation included. The best cheap Nile Cruise price depends on the cruise boat, cabin type, travel date, route, and included visits.

Egypt Budget Nile Cruise Holidays: What Is Included

Every cheap Nile River Cruise package booked through WOW Egypt Tours is fully inclusive. The budget Nile Cruise price you are quoted is the price you pay, with all of the following included:

Private Professional Egyptologist Guide
One dedicated private Egyptologist for your group for the full duration of the Nile Cruise. Full expert commentary at every temple, monument, and site on the itinerary. No group tours, no shared guides, and no handoffs to local site guides.

Private Modern Air-Conditioned Vehicle
A private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver for all transfers to and from the cruise boat, and for all overland excursions between the docks and the temple sites throughout the itinerary.

Private Cabin with En-Suite Bathroom
A private cabin on board with an en-suite bathroom. Cabin options include standard double cabins (twin or king bed) and triple cabins for families, with sizes and specifications varying by cruise boat. Upper deck cabins are available on selected vessels and offer the best views along the river.

Full Board on Board
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served on board daily throughout the cruise. All meals prepared fresh on board and included with no additional dining costs. Bottled water is included during tours and transfers.

All Entrance Fees and Tickets
All site admissions on the standard Nile Cruise itinerary are included, from Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings to Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, and the Aswan High Dam. No surprise costs on arrival.

Private Transfers Throughout
All airport, hotel, and cruise boat transfers included and coordinated by the WOW Team. Internal flights from Cairo to Luxor or Aswan can be added for a complete Standard Nile Cruise from Cairo package.

Standard Nile Cruise Itinerary

The Standard Nile River Cruise route covers the most celebrated ancient monuments along the Nile River Valley between Luxor and Aswan in a well-paced program designed to cover the maximum number of sites within 4 or 5 days. Every Standard Nile Cruise itinerary visits the same core temples and monuments with a private Egyptologist guide, private vehicle, and all entrance fees included throughout.

Luxor Highlights

In Luxor, the Ancient City, the Standard Nile Cruise program covers the East Bank and the West Bank of the Nile. On the East Bank, guided visits include Karnak Temple, the largest temple complex in Egypt, developed over more than 2,000 years, covering about 247 acres, and home to the Great Hypostyle Hall with its 134 massive columns, and Luxor Temple, built mainly by Amenhotep III and expanded by Ramses II, connected to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes, the 2.7 km ceremonial road reopened in 2021. On the West Bank, guided visits include the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of the New Kingdom with more than 60 tombs including Tutankhamun, Ramses II, and Seti I, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari with its dramatic terraces set against the limestone cliffs, and the Colossi of Memnon, the two 18 meter statues of Amenhotep III. A sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor and the Karnak Sound and Light Show can be added as optional experiences.

Temples and Sites Along the Nile

Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, the Standard Nile Cruise itinerary includes guided shore visits to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, reached by a traditional horse carriage ride through the town, and the Temple of Kom Ombo, the symmetrical double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder, dramatically positioned on a bend in the river with views across the Nile.

Aswan Highlights

In Aswan, the Nubian City, the Standard Nile Cruise program covers the main monuments of the First Cataract region at the southern gateway of ancient Egypt. Guided visits include the Aswan High Dam, one of the most important modern engineering projects in Egypt, built between 1960 and 1970, stretching about 3,830 meters, and creating Lake Nasser, which extends around 500 km through southern Egypt and northern Sudan, the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries, linked to Queen Hatshepsut of the 18th Dynasty and abandoned after cracks appeared in the stone, which would have measured about 42 meters and weighed around 1,200 tons if completed, and Philae Temple, the island Temple of Isis with construction from the Late, Ptolemaic, and Roman periods, relocated stone by stone to Agilkia Island during the UNESCO Nubian monuments rescue campaign between 1972 and 1980. An Abu Simbel Temples tour, home of the four colossal 20 meter statues of Ramses II, can be added from Aswan by road or by flight.

Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise and Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise

The Luxor to Aswan Standard Nile Cruise is the 5 Days/4 Nights itinerary, the most popular Egypt Nile Cruise package, departing from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and sailing south to Aswan at a steady and well-paced schedule with shore excursions at the major temples along the way. The Aswan to Luxor Standard Nile Cruise is the 4 Days/3 Nights itinerary, the most compact Nile Cruise program, departing from Aswan every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and sailing north to Luxor. Both routes visit the same core temples and monuments, and the WOW Team advises on the best direction based on your travel dates and flight plans. Full day-by-day programs, seasonal rates, and availability are listed on the 5 Days Standard Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan and 4 Days Standard Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor pages.

Standard Nile Cruise Departure Days and Schedules

Standard Nile River Cruises from Luxor depart every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday. Standard Nile River Cruises from Aswan depart every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The 18 Standard Nile Cruise boats are organized across three fixed weekly schedules, each with 6 cruise boats sailing in both directions on the same days:

• Schedule 1: Luxor departures on Saturday, Aswan departures on Wednesday (6 cruise boats)
• Schedule 2: Luxor departures on Monday, Aswan departures on Friday (6 cruise boats)
• Schedule 3: Luxor departures on Thursday, Aswan departures on Monday (6 cruise boats)

The WOW Team confirms availability and secures your cabin on your preferred departure when you send your travel dates for 2026, 2027, and 2028.

Best Standard Nile Cruise: How to Choose

The WOW Team curates a selection of 18 of the best Standard Nile Cruise boats on the river, organized across three weekly schedules, all with full board, private guiding, and private transfers included. Every Standard Nile Cruise boat on the program is selected for the quality of its cabins, the standard of its on-board meals, the professionalism of its crew, and its suitability for private individual, couple, family, and small-group sailings.

When choosing the best budget Nile Cruise for your trip, the WOW Team advises on the best available boat based on your travel dates, group size, cabin preference, and budget. You can select by sailing schedule, departure day, cabin category (double, twin, single, or triple for families), deck preference, and itinerary direction. Every cheap Nile Cruise boat on the program offers reliable daily timing, consistent professional service, and fully private guiding that no shared group Nile Cruise can replicate.

Schedule 1: Luxor on Saturday and Aswan on Wednesday

4 Days/3 Nights Standard Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor on Wednesday

Route: Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon. Optional Abu Simbel excursion before departure. Price starts from $695 per person.

5 Days/4 Nights Standard Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan on Saturday

Route: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple. Optional sunrise hot air balloon and Abu Simbel add on. Price starts from $794 per person.

Cruise Boats on This Schedule

A Sara Nile Cruise, also known as M/S A Sara, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Saturday and Wednesday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Princess Sarah II Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Princess Sarah II, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Saturday and Wednesday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Magic I Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Magic I, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Saturday and Wednesday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Magic II Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Magic II, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Saturday and Wednesday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Blue Shadow III Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Blue Shadow III or M/S Tuya, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Saturday and Wednesday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Nile Quest Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Nile Quest, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Saturday and Wednesday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Schedule 2: Luxor on Monday and Aswan on Friday

4 Days/3 Nights Standard Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor on Friday

Route: Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon. Optional Abu Simbel excursion before departure. Price starts from $695 per person.

5 Days/4 Nights Standard Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan on Monday

Route: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple. Price starts from $794 per person.

Cruise Boats on This Schedule

Radamis II Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Radamis II, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Monday and Friday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Royal Ruby Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Royal Ruby, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Monday and Friday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Royal Esadora Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Royal Esadora, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Monday and Friday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Princess Sarah Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Princess Sarah, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Monday and Friday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Grand Rose Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Grand Rose, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Monday and Friday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Admiral Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Admiral, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Monday and Friday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Schedule 3: Luxor on Thursday and Aswan on Monday

4 Days/3 Nights Standard Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor on Monday

Route: Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon. Optional Abu Simbel excursion before departure. Price starts from $695 per person.

5 Days/4 Nights Standard Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan on Thursday

Route: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple. Price starts from $794 per person.

Cruise Boats on This Schedule

Lady Carol Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Lady Carol, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Thursday and Monday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Lady Mary Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Lady Mary, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Thursday and Monday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Mahrousa Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Mahrousa, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Thursday and Monday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Semiramis II Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Semiramis II, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Thursday and Monday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Monte Carlo Nile Cruise, also known as M/S Monte Carlo, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Thursday and Monday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

La Traviata Nile Cruise, also known as M/S La Traviata, is a 5 star Standard Nile Cruise on the Thursday and Monday schedule. Prices start from $695 per person.

Optional Tours and Activities on Any Standard Nile Cruise

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Over Luxor
Private balloon flight over the West Bank temples and the Valley of the Kings at sunrise, added before the main Luxor sightseeing program begins.

Abu Simbel by Road
Private vehicle transfer to the Abu Simbel Temples in the morning convoy from Aswan, with a private Egyptologist guide for the full visit to the two rock-cut temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari.

Abu Simbel by Plane
45 minute domestic flight from Aswan to Abu Simbel with private transfers and private Egyptologist guide included. The fastest and most comfortable way to add Abu Simbel to your Nile Cruise.

Abu Simbel Overnight with Sound and Light Show
Overnight stay at Abu Simbel with a late afternoon temple visit, evening Sound and Light Show, and a morning return visit before flying or driving back to Aswan.

Philae Sound and Light Show
Evening add on after a daytime Philae Temple visit in Aswan. The illuminated show tells the story of Isis and Osiris against the backdrop of the island temple.

Karnak Sound and Light Show
Evening add on after a daytime Karnak Temple visit in Luxor. The show takes guests on a guided walk through the illuminated colonnades and courts of the largest temple complex in Egypt.

Elephantine Island
Private guided visit to the Aswan Museum, the ancient Nilometer, and the Temple of Khnum on Elephantine Island in the middle of the Nile at Aswan.

Kitchener's Island Botanical Garden
Felucca or motorboat visit to the botanical island on the Nile at Aswan, planted with rare trees and plants brought from across Africa and Asia during the late 19th century.

Additional West Bank Visits
The Valley of the Queens, the Nobles Tombs, the Ramesseum, and Medinet Habu, added as private guided visits on a separate half or full day in Luxor.

Additional East Bank Visits
The Luxor Museum and the Mummification Museum, added as private guided visits after the standard East Bank program or as standalone afternoon visits in Luxor.

Standard Nile Cruise vs Dahabiya Nile Cruise

A Standard Nile Cruise and a Dahabiya Nile Cruise cover many of the same sites on the same river, but the experience on board and along the way is fundamentally different. A Standard Nile Cruise on a larger motorized vessel offers more departure days each week, a wider choice of cabin types, more on-board facilities including swimming pools on selected boats, and the lowest available price per person for a fully private Nile Cruise with a private Egyptologist guide. A traditional Dahabiya sailing boat carries far fewer guests, sails at a slower pace, moors at quiet islands and villages rather than the main cruise boat docks, and offers a more exclusive and personal daily rhythm. Both options include the same private Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, full board, and all entrance fees. For travelers who want a complete Egypt Nile Cruise holiday at the best available price with no compromise on the quality of guiding or the sightseeing program, a cheap Standard Nile Cruise is the right choice. For the most complete Egypt Nile Cruise holiday, the WOW Team recommends combining both.

Cheap Nile Cruise vs Deluxe, Ultra Deluxe and Luxury Nile Cruise

A budget Standard Nile Cruise includes the same private Egyptologist guide, private vehicle, full board, and all entrance fees as Deluxe Nile Cruises, Ultra Deluxe Nile Cruises, and Luxury Nile Cruises. The difference is in the cruise boat itself. Cabin size, deck space, dining quality, and on-board amenities increase with each category, as does the price per person. If your priority is covering the maximum number of sites in Egypt with a fully private guide at the cheapest available price, a budget Standard Nile Cruise is the right choice. For a larger cabin, upgraded dining, or a higher-end on-board experience, the WOW Team advises on the right category for your travel dates and budget.

Combine Your Budget Nile Cruise with an Egypt Tour Package

A cheap Standard Nile River Cruise holiday pairs perfectly with additional Egypt destinations before or after your time on the river. The WOW Team can build a complete Egypt tour package by duration or a Egypt travel package by category, including family, honeymoon, classic, and group options, that combines your budget Nile Cruise with any of the following:

Cairo and the Pyramids
Add nights in Cairo before or after your budget Nile Cruise to visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar. A domestic flight connects Cairo to Luxor or Aswan in approximately one hour. Browse Egypt tour packages by duration to find the right Cairo and cheap Nile Cruise combination, or explore Egypt travel packages by category for family, honeymoon, and classic Egypt budget Nile Cruise vacation options.

Lake Nasser Cruise Extension
The most complete Egypt Nile Cruise holiday combines a Standard Nile Cruise with a Lake Nasser Cruise into a single seamless package covering the entire river from Luxor all the way to Abu Simbel. The WOW Team connects both cruises with private transfers in Aswan and coordinates the full itinerary from start to finish.

Alexandria
Combine your Standard Nile Cruise with a private tour of Alexandria, visiting the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, the Citadel of Qaitbay, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the Montaza Palace gardens. Alexandria can be added as a day trip from Cairo or as an overnight extension to your Egypt Nile Cruise package.

Hurghada and the Red Sea
Extend your budget Nile Cruise package with days in Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. A short domestic flight or private road transfer connects Hurghada to Luxor, making it easy to combine a cheap Nile Cruise holiday with a beach stay in one complete Egypt vacation package. See Egypt travel packages for ready-made Nile and Red Sea combination options.

Add Nights in Aswan
Add nights in Aswan before or after your Standard Nile Cruise to visit Elephantine Island, Kitchener's Island botanical garden, the Philae Sound and Light Show, and the Nubian villages on the west bank of the Nile without the time constraints of the cruise itinerary.

Add Nights in Luxor
Add nights in Luxor to cover more of the West Bank program including the Valley of the Queens, the Nobles Tombs, the Ramesseum, and Medinet Habu, or to enjoy a private sunrise hot air balloon ride at a more relaxed pace.

Abu Simbel Extension
Add a private day trip or overnight stay at the Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan by road or by plane, or continue onto a Lake Nasser Cruise for the full Aswan to Abu Simbel experience by water.

Browse all Egypt tour packages by duration or explore Egypt travel packages by category to find the right combination, or contact the WOW Team directly with your travel dates and interests for a tailored Egypt budget Nile Cruise vacation quote with no obligation.

Egypt Budget Nile Cruise Packages 2026, 2027 and 2028

Cheap Nile Cruise holidays depart year round in 2026, 2027, and 2028, with weekly departures from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and from Aswan every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday across 18 cruise boats on three fixed weekly schedules. The WOW Team confirms availability, secures your cabin, and provides a full Egypt budget Nile Cruise package quote based on your travel dates, group size, and itinerary length. All current seasonal pricing and availability are listed on the Standard Nile Cruises page. Browse Egypt tour packages by duration or Egypt travel packages by category for combination options, or send the WOW Team your travel dates to receive a clear, itemized quote for your cheap Egypt Nile Cruise with no obligation.

Budget Nile Cruise Frequently Asked Questions

How long is a budget Nile Cruise?
A Standard Nile Cruise runs for either 4 days / 3 nights or 5 days / 4 nights depending on the direction of travel. The 4 Days / 3 Nights Standard Nile Cruise departs from Aswan every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and sails north to Luxor. The 5 Days / 4 Nights Standard Nile Cruise departs from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday and sails south to Aswan. Both itineraries visit the same core temples and monuments along the Nile River Valley, with the longer itinerary allowing a more relaxed pace between sites.

What sites are visited on a Standard Nile Cruise?
The Standard Nile Cruise visits Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memnon, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the Temple of Kom Ombo, Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam. An Abu Simbel excursion and additional Luxor or Aswan sites can be added as optional extras.

Is a Standard Nile Cruise different from a Dahabiya Nile Cruise?
Yes, they are fundamentally different experiences. A Standard Nile Cruise is a motorized ship carrying a larger number of guests, following a fixed weekly schedule and docking at the main cruise boat moorings in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. A Dahabiya Nile Cruise is a traditional sailing boat carrying only a handful of guests, mooring at quiet islands and villages, and moving at a slower, more personal pace. Both include the same private Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, full board, and all entrance fees. A Standard Nile Cruise offers the most complete Egypt Nile itinerary at the most affordable price. Many travelers choose to combine both for the full Nile experience.

How much does a budget Nile Cruise cost?
Cheap Nile Cruise prices start from $695 per person on the 4 Days/3 Nights Aswan to Luxor itinerary and from $794 per person on the 5 Days/4 Nights Luxor to Aswan itinerary. Budget Nile Cruise prices vary by cabin type, season, departure schedule, and cruise boat. All prices include a Private Professional Egyptologist Guide, private transfers, full board, and all entrance fees. There are no hidden costs.

What is included in a Standard Nile Cruise package?
Every Standard Nile Cruise package through WOW Egypt Tours includes a Private Professional Egyptologist Guide for all temple and site visits, a private air-conditioned vehicle and driver for all transfers, full-board accommodation on board with breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, a private cabin with en-suite bathroom, all entrance fees to every site on the itinerary, bottled water during tours and transfers, and all service charges and taxes. Domestic flights between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan can be added when required. There are no hidden costs.

Is this the cheapest Nile Cruise available?
Yes. A Standard Nile Cruise is the cheapest fully private Egypt Nile Cruise available, with budget Nile Cruise prices starting from $695 per person. Despite being the lowest price point, every cheap Nile Cruise on the WOW Egypt Tours program includes a private Egyptologist guide, private vehicle, full board, and all entrance fees, with no shared group tours at any point in the itinerary.

How many Standard Nile Cruise boats are available and what schedules are offered?
WOW Egypt Tours offers 18 Standard Nile Cruise boats across three weekly schedules. Schedule 1 sails from Luxor on Saturday and from Aswan on Wednesday. Schedule 2 sails from Luxor on Monday and from Aswan on Friday. Schedule 3 sails from Luxor on Thursday and from Aswan on Monday. Each schedule includes 6 cruise boats (18 total). The WOW Team advises on the best boat and schedule for your travel dates, group size, and budget.

Is the Standard Nile Cruise suitable for families and children?
Yes. Standard Nile Cruise boats offer triple cabins suited to families travelling with children, full-board dining, and a structured daily schedule with shore visits spread across the itinerary. The WOW Team advises on child pricing and cabin sharing options for your specific travel dates. Children aged 2 to 5 are charged at a reduced rate, and children under 2 travel free when sharing a cabin with parents.

Is a Standard Nile Cruise suitable for solo travelers and couples?
Yes. Standard Nile Cruise boats offer a range of cabin configurations for solo travelers and couples, and the daily itinerary is private throughout, with no shared group tours. For couples, a budget Standard Nile Cruise is one of the most popular cheap Egypt honeymoon experiences, and the WOW Team can arrange special occasion touches such as birthday or anniversary surprises when requested at booking.

Do Standard Nile Cruise boats have WiFi, air conditioning, and private bathrooms?
Yes. Every Standard Nile Cruise boat on the WOW Egypt Tours program offers air conditioning in all cabins, private en-suite bathrooms with shower, and a shaded sun deck. WiFi access and swimming pools are available on selected cruise boats. The WOW Team confirms on-board facilities for each specific vessel when arranging your booking.

What is the food like on a Standard Nile Cruise?
All meals are prepared on board daily and served on a full-board basis: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Menus combine Egyptian and international dishes using fresh local ingredients. Dietary requests such as vegetarian, vegan, or gluten-free meals can be arranged when mentioned at the time of booking. Bottled water is included during tours and transfers.

When is the best time to take a Standard Nile Cruise?
Standard Nile Cruises depart year round. The most comfortable months for a Standard Nile Cruise are October through April, when temperatures along the Nile are mild and ideal for outdoor sightseeing at the temples. May through September brings intense heat in Upper Egypt, though cruises continue to operate and the sites are far less crowded during this period. Christmas, New Year, and Easter are peak travel periods with higher prices and earlier booking requirements. The WOW Team advises on the best travel dates based on your preferences and budget.

Do I need to book a Standard Nile Cruise in advance?
Yes. Standard Nile Cruise boats operate on fixed weekly schedules and cabins sell out several weeks ahead during peak seasons including October to April, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. The WOW Team recommends booking your Standard Nile Cruise as early as possible to secure your preferred cabin type and departure date. Contact the WOW Team with your travel dates for 2026, 2027, or 2028 and they will confirm availability and hold your cabin promptly.

How do I book a Standard Nile Cruise and how does payment work?
Send the WOW Team your travel dates, group size, and preferred cabin type through the contact page, WhatsApp, or email. Availability is confirmed promptly and a 25% deposit secures your cabin, guide, transfers, and sightseeing arrangements. The remaining balance can be paid in full or split into installments, settled no later than 7 days before the cruise date. An official invoice is issued for every payment, and cancellation more than 75 days before the cruise date is free.

Can I add Abu Simbel to a Standard Nile Cruise?
Yes. A private day trip or overnight stay at the Abu Simbel Temples can be added to any Standard Nile Cruise departure from Aswan by road or by flight. Alternatively, your Standard Nile Cruise can be combined with a Lake Nasser Cruise for the full experience by water from Aswan all the way to Abu Simbel. The WOW Team coordinates the complete itinerary from Luxor to Abu Simbel as a single seamless package.

Can I combine a Standard Nile Cruise with other Egypt destinations?
Yes. A Standard Nile Cruise can be combined with Cairo and the Pyramids, Alexandria, Hurghada and the Red Sea, or extra nights in Luxor and Aswan. The WOW Team builds a complete Egypt itinerary around your Standard Nile Cruise dates, connecting all destinations with private transfers and domestic flights where required.

What should I pack for a Standard Nile Cruise?
Bring your passport, comfortable walking shoes for temple visits, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, light breathable clothing for daytime, a light jacket or sweater for evenings on the river between October and April, swimwear for on-board pool use on selected boats, personal medication, and some cash for personal expenses or optional tipping. Laundry service is available on board on selected cruise boats.