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Compare Standard Nile River Cruises between Luxor and Aswan by route, duration, cabin type, itinerary, and price. Standard Nile cruise options include Luxor to Aswan, Aswan to Luxor, Luxor to Luxor, and Aswan to Aswan itineraries.
Standard Nile River Cruises 2026/2027/2028
Standard Nile River Cruises Luxor and Aswan are budget Nile cruise options for travelers looking for affordable Nile River Cruises with fixed itineraries and included services. Compare 4-day, 5-day, and 7-night Standard Nile cruises by route, cabin type, sightseeing program, and price. All standard cruises include accommodation, full-board meals, airport or hotel transfers, private air-conditioned vehicles, entrance fees for the included sightseeing, private Egyptologist guides, onboard assistance, and ongoing support during the trip.
Standard, Affordable, Cheap and Budget Nile River Cruises Luxor and Aswan
A Standard Nile River Cruise between Luxor and Aswan is the most affordable way to experience a fully private, all-inclusive Egypt Nile Cruise. Standard Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise holidays include the same private Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, full board on board, and all entrance fees as higher category cruise boats, at the most competitive prices available on the route. Egypt Standard Nile Cruise packages start from $600 per person, making a private Nile River Cruise accessible for every budget.
Standard Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruises are ideal for travelers looking for Affordable Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruises, Cheap Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruises, and Budget Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruises without losing the main services included in a private Egypt Nile Cruise package.
At WOW Egypt Tours, a budget Nile River Cruise does not mean a compromise on service. Every Standard Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise is 100% private. You travel only with your own group or family, with a dedicated private Egyptologist guide and a private cabin on board. No shared groups, no shared guides, and no hidden fees. The WOW Team is available 24/7 to assist you before, during, and after your trip.
Standard Nile River Cruise packages from Luxor to Aswan and from Aswan to Luxor are available on 4 day, 5 day, and 8 day itineraries, with departures throughout 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Egypt Standard Nile Cruise Holidays: What Is Included
Every Standard Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise package booked through WOW Egypt Tours is fully inclusive. The price you are quoted is the price you pay, with all of the following services included as standard:
Private Professional Egyptologist Guide
One dedicated private Egyptologist for your group for the full duration of the cruise. Full commentary at every temple, tomb, 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 between the cruise boat and every sightseeing site. Available at every port stop throughout the itinerary.
Private Cabin with En-Suite Bathroom
A private cabin on board with an en-suite bathroom. Standard category cabins are comfortable and well-maintained, with everything you need for a good night's rest after a full day of sightseeing. Cabin location and size vary by cruise boat.
Full Board on Board
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served on board daily throughout the cruise. All meals included with no additional dining costs.
All Entrance Fees and Tickets
All site admissions on the standard itinerary are included, from Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings to Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam. No surprise costs on arrival.
Private Transfers Throughout
All airport 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 budget Nile Cruise from Cairo package.
5 Star Standard Nile River Cruises
For travelers looking for the best Standard Nile River Cruise experience at the lowest price point, the WOW Team selects cruise boats at the top end of the Standard category — well-maintained vessels that offer a comfortable, clean, and reliable on-board experience with attentive crew, good food, and decent cabin sizes. A 5 star Standard Nile Cruise gives you a private cabin with en-suite bathroom, a sun deck, a dining room with full board, and all the private services included across every category, at the most accessible Egypt Nile Cruise price available.
The WOW Team advises on specific 5 star Standard cruise boats based on your travel dates, group size, and budget. Contact the WOW Team for availability and current pricing on 5 star Standard Nile River Cruise packages for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Cheap Nile Cruise Egypt: Departure Days
Standard Nile River Cruise packages from Luxor depart every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday. Standard Nile River Cruise packages from Aswan depart every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Multiple weekly departures in both directions mean the WOW Team can fit an affordable Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise holiday into almost any travel schedule across 2026, 2027, and 2028.
4 Day Standard Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise
Budget 4 Days/3 Nights Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
The 4 Days/3 Nights Standard Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise is the most affordable Aswan Luxor Nile Cruise option, covering all the key sites on the route at the lowest price point available. Departures every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from Aswan.
The program starts in Aswan with private guided visits to the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. An optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples by road or by plane can be arranged from Aswan before departure. Sailing north, the cruise stops at Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple before arriving in Luxor. In Luxor, the East Bank program covers Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, and the West Bank program covers the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor is available.
4 Days/3 Nights Standard Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise Price
Standard Nile River Cruise 4 Days/3 Nights Aswan to Luxor prices start from $600 per person. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Standard Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
5 Day Standard Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise
Economy 5 Days/4 Nights Nile River Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
The 5 Days/4 Nights Standard Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise is the most booked affordable Egypt Nile Cruise package on the route. Covering every major site between Luxor and Aswan with a fully private program, it offers the best value for money of any Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruise Vacation. Departures every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday from Luxor.
The program starts in Luxor with the East Bank covering Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, followed by the West Bank with the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional sunrise hot air balloon over Luxor is available before the West Bank tour. Sailing south, the cruise calls at Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple before arriving in Aswan for the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. An optional road trip or flight to the Abu Simbel Temples can be added from Aswan.
5 Days/4 Nights Standard Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise Price
Standard Nile River Cruise 5 Days/4 Nights Luxor to Aswan prices start from $600 per person. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Standard Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
8 Day Standard Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise
Affordable 8 Days/7 Nights Round Nile Cruise from Aswan to Aswan
The 8 Days/7 Nights Standard Aswan to Luxor Nile River Cruise is the most affordable way to experience the complete Luxor and Aswan route on a round trip from Aswan. This economy Egypt Nile Cruise package includes every major monument on the itinerary, extended time at key sites, additional visits not available on the 4 and 5 day options, and a full program of optional extras. Departures every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from Aswan.
The program starts in Aswan with the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, and a visit to a traditional Nubian village. The cruise sails north through Kom Ombo Temple and Edfu Temple to Luxor, where the program includes the Luxor Museum, an evening Sound and Light Show at Karnak Temple, a full East Bank day covering Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple, and a full West Bank day covering the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional sunrise hot air balloon over Luxor is available. A privately guided excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples by road or by plane is included in this itinerary.
8 Days/7 Nights Standard Aswan to Luxor Nile Cruise Price
Standard Nile River Cruise 8 Days/7 Nights Aswan to Luxor prices start from $600 per person. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Standard Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
8 Day Standard Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise
Budget 8 Days/7 Nights Round Nile Cruise from Luxor to Luxor
The 8 Days/7 Nights Standard Luxor to Aswan Nile River Cruise departs from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday as a complete round trip returning to Luxor. This is the longest and most comprehensive affordable Nile Cruise package on the Luxor and Aswan route, with every monument covered, Abu Simbel included, and the full range of optional extras available throughout.
The program starts in Luxor with the East Bank covering Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, and the Luxor Museum. Sailing south, the cruise visits Edfu Temple before arriving in Aswan for the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, Philae Temple, the Philae Sound and Light Show, a Nubian village visit, and a privately guided excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples. Sailing back north, the cruise stops at Kom Ombo Temple before returning to Luxor for the West Bank program covering the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. An optional sunrise hot air balloon over Luxor is available before the West Bank tour.
8 Days/7 Nights Standard Luxor to Aswan Nile Cruise Price
Standard Nile River Cruise 8 Days/7 Nights Luxor to Aswan prices start from $600 per person. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Standard Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
Combine Your Standard Nile Cruise with an Egypt Tour Package
A Standard Nile River Cruise holiday pairs easily 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 Standard Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise holiday with any of the following:
Cairo and the Pyramids
Add nights in Cairo before or after your Standard 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 combination for your travel dates, or explore Egypt travel packages by category for family, honeymoon, and classic Egypt vacation options.
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 affordable Egypt 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 straightforward to combine a budget 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.
Extra Nights in Luxor
Add extra nights in Luxor before or after your Nile Cruise to cover additional West Bank sites including the Valley of the Queens, the Nobles Tombs, the Ramesseum, and Medinet Habu, or to enjoy a sunrise hot air balloon ride at a more relaxed pace.
Extra Nights in Aswan
Add extra nights in Aswan 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.
Abu Simbel Overnight Extension
Add an overnight stay at Abu Simbel to your Standard Nile Cruise package for the full Abu Simbel experience, including a late afternoon temple visit, the Sound and Light Show after dark, and an early morning return visit the following day before day visitors arrive.
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 Nile Cruise vacation quote with no obligation.
Standard Nile Cruise vs Other Categories
Standard Nile River Cruises offer the same private Egyptologist guide, private vehicle, full board, and all entrance fees as Deluxe, Ultra-Deluxe, and Luxury categories. The difference is in the cruise boat itself. Cabin size, deck facilities, dining quality, and on-board amenities increase with each category. If your priority is covering the maximum number of sites with a fully private guide at the lowest available price, a Standard Nile Cruise is the right choice. If you want larger cabins, upgraded dining, or a higher-end on-board experience, the WOW Team can move you up to a Deluxe Nile Cruise, an Ultra-Deluxe Nile Cruise, or a Luxury Nile Cruise at any point.
Affordable Standard Egypt Nile Cruise Packages 2026, 2027 and 2028
Standard Luxor and Aswan Nile River Cruise holidays depart year-round in 2026, 2027, and 2028 with fixed weekly schedules in both directions. The WOW Team confirms availability, secures your cabin, and provides a full Egypt Standard 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 affordable Egypt Nile Cruise with no obligation.
More Nile Cruise Options
Dahabiya Nile River Cruises
For a smaller and more private cruise boat experience on the same Luxor and Aswan route, a Dahabiya Nile River Cruise offers a traditional sailing boat with a small number of cabins, island moorings, and village stops not available on standard cruise boats. Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise prices start from $900 per person. Departures from Luxor every Monday, from Aswan every Friday.
Lake Nasser Cruises: Aswan and Abu Simbel
To extend your Nile Cruise south of Aswan all the way to the Abu Simbel Temples, a Lake Nasser Cruise covers the full route on Lake Nasser with stops at Nubian temples accessible only by water. Lake Nasser Cruise prices start from $900 per person. Departures from Aswan every Monday, from Abu Simbel every Friday. The WOW Team can combine a Standard Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise with a Lake Nasser Cruise into one complete Egypt Nile River Cruise package from Luxor all the way to Abu Simbel.
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Getting into Egypt is genuinely easy. Most nationalities receive a 30-day visa on arrival at Cairo, Luxor, and Hurghada airports for just USD 30, paid in cash at the bank counter before immigration. If you prefer to sort it before you fly, Egypt's official e-Visa takes 3 to 5 business days and costs the same amount. Your passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months from your travel date. When you book with WOW Egypt Tours, your dedicated advisor confirms your exact visa route before anything else, so there is no guesswork on your end.
Absolutely. WOW Egypt Tours specialises in shore excursions from Egypt's main cruise ports including Alexandria for Cairo and the Pyramids, Port Said for Cairo, Safaga for Luxor and the Valley of the Kings, and Sokhna. Your guide meets you directly at the dock, the itinerary is timed precisely to get you back well before all-aboard, and everything runs in a private vehicle with no waiting around. Just share your ship name, port of call, and docking time when you get in touch and we handle the rest.
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