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5 Star Standard Nile Cruises

The most popular way to sail between Luxor and Aswan — genuine five-star service, elegant ships and fully-guided temple excursions, beautifully priced. Planned end-to-end by Egypt Holiday Makers.

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5 Star Standard Nile Cruises Nile cruise
Cruises from$705
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01The fleet

Best standard 5-star Nile cruises

Hand-picked five-star standard ships with real sailing days and prices — tap any ship for full itineraries.

MS Royal Esadora Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Royal Esadora Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday

There’s something unforgettable about watching the golden light of Upper Egypt reflect on the Nile as your shi…

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Nile Commodore Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Nile Commodore Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Wednesday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Saturday

Let the timeless rhythm of the Nile carry you into a world where golden sunsets melt into palm-lined horizons…

Start from$710
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MS Nile Admiral Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Nile Admiral Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday

Imagine waking to the gentle sway of the Nile, where golden light dances across the water and palm-fringed sho…

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MS Nile Ritz Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Nile Ritz Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday

Imagine drifting along the Nile as golden sunlight dances across the river, palm trees sway gently on the bank…

Start from$710
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MS Nile Odyssey Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Nile Odyssey Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday

Embark on the mesmerizing MS Nile Odyssey cruise, an unforgettable journey along Egypt’s timeless Nile River.…

Start from$710
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Grand Rose Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Grand Rose Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday

Wake up to the soft movement of the Nile, sunlight reflecting off the water as ancient riverbanks glide by. Th…

Start from$720
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M/S Nile Dolphin Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

M/S Nile Dolphin Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday

There’s a quiet magic in watching the Nile unfold before you — palm trees swaying along the riverbanks, golden…

Start from$720
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Nile Quest Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Nile Quest Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Saturday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Wednesday

There’s something unforgettable about watching the Nile unfold before you — feluccas drifting past, palms sway…

Start from$720
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Princess Sarah Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Princess Sarah Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Saturday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Wednesday

Drift into the golden glow of ancient Egypt aboard the Princess Sarah Nile Cruise, one of the most memorable E…

Start from$720
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Radamis II Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Radamis II Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday

Drift into a world where sunrise paints the Nile in soft gold and ancient temples rise silently along the rive…

Start from$720
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A Sara Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

A Sara Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Saturday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Wednesday

There is a rare kind of magic in waking up to the gentle rhythm of the Nile, sunlight streaming through your w…

Start from$720
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Tower Prestige Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Tower Prestige Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Thursday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Monday

Step aboard the Tower Prestige Nile Cruise and let the river’s gentle rhythm guide you through Egypt’s timeles…

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MS Nile Symphony Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Nile Symphony Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday

Imagine standing on the sundeck as the Nile glows beneath a golden sunset, the breeze soft against your skin w…

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MS Royal Ruby Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Royal Ruby Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday

Let the Nile set the rhythm of your days as you step aboard MS Royal Ruby Nile Cruise, where classic river tra…

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LA Sara Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

LA Sara Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Wednesday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Saturday

Wake up to the soft shimmer of sunlight dancing on the Nile, where time slows down, and Egypt reveals itself i…

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Royal Princess Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Royal Princess Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday

Drift into a world where golden sunsets meet the timeless waters of the Nile, and every horizon echoes stories…

Start from$720
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Semramis II Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Semramis II Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Monday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Thursday

Picture yourself gliding along the timeless Nile, where the sun sets in molten gold over serene waters and anc…

Start from$725
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Princess Sarah II Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

Princess Sarah II Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday

Picture yourself sipping tea on the sundeck as the Nile stretches endlessly before you, bathed in golden light…

Start from$725
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MS Nile Plaza Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Nile Plaza Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
3 Nights from AswanEvery Friday
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Monday

Close your eyes and imagine the Nile unfolding before you — a ribbon of emerald water framed by desert hills,…

Start from$730
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MS Radamis I Nile Cruise Standard 5 Star Nile Cruises

MS Radamis I Nile Cruise

Duration & Sailing
4 Nights from LuxorEvery Saturday
3 Nights from AswanEvery Wednesday

Imagine drifting along the timeless Nile as the morning sun paints the water in shades of gold and ancient tem…

Start from$850
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02Plan your cruise

Plan your Nile cruise

What’s included in a 5-star standard Nile cruise

A 5-star standard Nile cruise is the most popular class of river cruising in Egypt — a full-service five-star ship sailing between Luxor and Aswan. “Standard” marks the ship tier within the five-star class, sitting just below deluxe and ultra-luxury vessels: the same iconic route and temples, at a more accessible price.

  • Accommodation — en-suite cabin with panoramic Nile views
  • Full-board dining — breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
  • Guided excursions — every temple visit led by a licensed Egyptologist
  • On board — sun deck with pool, lounge and evening entertainment

Flights, Egypt visa, drinks and tipping are typically extra — we confirm exactly what’s included before you book.

Full-board dining on a 5-star standard Nile cruise deck

The Luxor–Aswan route & temples

The classic sailing route between Luxor and Aswan is the highlight of every itinerary. Sailing southbound (Luxor → Aswan) takes 4 nights; northbound (Aswan → Luxor) takes 3 — the same legendary stops, either direction.

  1. Luxor — Karnak & Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings
  2. Edfu — the Temple of Horus, best preserved in Egypt
  3. Kom Ombo — the double temple on the Nile bend
  4. Aswan — Philae Temple, the High Dam and Nubian villages
The Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise route at sunset

How to choose your cruise

Four quick things to weigh up before you book your sailing.

1

Pick the length

4 nights from Luxor covers all the essential temples; 3 nights from Aswan suits a shorter break. 7 nights adds a slower pace and extra sites.

2

Match the ship to your taste

Every ship in this class is full five-star — choose by sailing day, cabin layout and the onboard style that suits you.

3

Travel in the right season

October to April is mildest and best for sightseeing. Spring and autumn are ideal; avoid peak summer heat.

4

Book early

Popular sailing days sell out fast in peak season — reserving early locks in your preferred date and cabin.

03Book with confidence

Why book your 5-star cruise with us

Every cruise on this site is owned, planned and managed end-to-end by Egypt Holiday Makers, a licensed Egyptian travel company — so you book directly with the team that knows every ship on the river.

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A trusted Egyptian company

Owned and operated by Egypt Holiday Makers, with years of experience crafting Nile journeys through the heart of Egypt.

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Licensed Egyptologists

Expert, licensed guides accompany every cruise, bringing 5,000 years of history vividly to life.

Honest, seamless booking

Transparent pricing, real reviews and a personally managed booking process from a team that knows every ship.

In their words
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Faultless from the first email to disembarkation. The ship was spotless, the food excellent, and every temple visit was perfectly timed to avoid the crowds.
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Our Egyptologist made every site come alive. Egypt Holiday Makers handled all the logistics so we could just enjoy the Nile. Worth every penny.
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Booked the Movenpick and it exceeded expectations. The route was beautifully paced and the team answered every question on WhatsApp within minutes.
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Questions

FAQ

A 5-star standard Nile cruise includes full-board dining, an en-suite cabin with Nile views, all guided shore excursions led by a licensed Egyptologist, and onboard facilities such as a sun deck and pool. Flights, visas, drinks and tips are usually extra — we confirm exactly what’s included before you book.
The most common itineraries are 3 or 4 nights, which cover the key highlights between Luxor and Aswan. A 7-night cruise allows a more relaxed pace and adds lesser-known sites.
Nile cruise prices vary with the level of luxury, length of the cruise and the season. Cruises on this page start from around $705 per person, with full board and guided excursions included.
Most Nile cruises depart weekly on set days. Commonly, 3-night cruises from Aswan start on Fridays or Wednesdays, while 4-night cruises from Luxor begin on Mondays or Saturdays.
The ideal time to cruise the Nile is October to April, when the weather is mild and perfect for sightseeing. December and January are especially popular.
Nile cruises operate between Luxor and Aswan. You can start in either city depending on the direction of travel; some longer cruises begin from Cairo or Lake Nasser.
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