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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Best Presidential Nile Cruises
Discover Presidential Nile Cruises, featuring elegant ships, classic Nile itineraries, comfortable stays, and memorable experiences between Luxor and Aswan.
Presidential Nile Cruises was founded in 1979 as one of the first companies to commercialise Nile cruising, and today runs one of the largest fleets on the river — ships like the Nile Admiral, Nile Commodore, Nile Symphony, Nile Plaza and Nile Odyssey. It's known for offering the most flexible sailing schedule of any Nile operator and solid deluxe-class value.
Accommodation — en-suite cabin with panoramic Nile views
Full-board dining — breakfast, lunch and dinner on board, open-buffet style
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.
The Luxor–Aswan route & temples
Presidential's classic sailing route runs between Luxor and Aswan, with more sailing days on offer each week than most other operators. Sailing southbound (Luxor → Aswan) takes 4 nights; northbound (Aswan → Luxor) takes 3 — the same legendary stops, either direction.
Luxor — Karnak & Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings
Edfu — the Temple of Horus, best preserved in Egypt
Kom Ombo — the double temple on the Nile bend
Aswan — Philae Temple, the High Dam and Nubian villages
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.
2
Match the ship to your taste
The Commodore suits families and groups with spacious cabins and lively entertainment; the Symphony offers a calmer, more romantic feel for couples; the Nile Plaza leans more modern — choose by sailing day and onboard atmosphere.
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
With one of the widest sailing schedules on the Nile, Presidential has more availability than most — but peak-season dates and preferred cabins still sell out, so booking early is worth it.
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Why book your Presidential Nile cruise with us
Presidential Nile cruises pair elegant five-star ships with the timeless Luxor to Aswan route. We hand-pick the right sailing and manage every arrangement, so you get a polished, well-paced journey with a local team behind you.
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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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Recognised with a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and hundreds of genuine, verified traveller reviews.
Licensed Egyptologists
Expert, licensed guides accompany every cruise, bringing 5,000 years of history vividly to life.
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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.
The price of a Presidential Nile cruise depends on how long you sail, when you travel, which cabin you choose, and which ship you pick. Presidential offers 3-night, 4-night, and 7-night cruises, each with different room types. Since prices can change based on availability and travel dates, please check the specific cruise and cabin for the most accurate price.
Presidential Nile Cruises includes full-board accommodation, so all your meals are provided during the cruise. You can enjoy restaurants, bars, and a sundeck on board. Entertainment often features Egyptian music, folklore, Tanoura and belly-dancing shows, Nubian performances, and other cultural activities. Sightseeing tours are included in your chosen itinerary. Please note that transfers to and from the cruise are not part of the standard package.
Presidential Nile Cruises offers 3-night/4-day, 4-night/5-day, and 7-night/8-day trips between Luxor and Aswan. The 3-night cruise goes from Aswan to Luxor, while the 4-night cruise travels from Luxor to Aswan. The 7-night cruise is a round trip from Luxor. Depending on your itinerary, you will visit major sites along the Nile, such as Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the famous archaeological sites in Luxor.
The best Presidential Nile cruise ship for you depends on what kind of cabin and facilities you prefer. The fleet includes Odyssey, Admiral, Plaza, Symphony, and Commodore. All ships travel between Luxor and Aswan, but each one has different room types and features. For example, Plaza has standard rooms, Junior Suites, and Grand Suites. Commodore offers standard rooms and Junior Suites. Symphony has standard rooms and Junior Suites, plus a swimming pool and a disco bar on the sun deck.
The attractions you visit depend on your chosen itinerary, but Presidential Nile Cruises takes you to many of Egypt’s top Nile Valley landmarks. These may include Philae Temple, the High Dam, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Some cruises also offer a felucca ride around Elephantine Island, where you can see the Agha Khan Mausoleum.
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