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 TUI Nile Cruises
Explore TUI Nile Cruises, featuring distinctive ships, scenic sailing routes, comfortable accommodations, and memorable experiences along the timeless Nile.
TUI River Cruises is a newer name on the Nile, launched to bring TUI's package-holiday reliability to river cruising. The fleet is fully chartered and refurbished to TUI's own standard — including TUI Al Horeya, TUI Bahareya, and the purpose-built newbuild TUI Alma — and is aimed squarely at travellers who want a familiar, UK-style holiday experience on the Nile.
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.
The Luxor–Aswan route & temples
TUI's classic sailing route runs between Luxor and Aswan. 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 cover all the essential temples; 3 nights from Aswan suit a shorter break.
2
Match the ship to your taste
The TUI Al Horeya and TUI Bahareya are refurbished classic-style ships, while the newbuild TUI Alma offers the most modern cabins and finish in the fleet — choose by sailing day and ship age.
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
TUI's Nile fleet is still small and in high demand from UK travelers, so cabins sell out fast in peak season; booking early locks in your preferred date and cabin.
03Book with confidence
Why book your TUI Nile cruise with us
TUI is one of the world's largest travel companies, and TUI-programme Nile cruises pair that reliability with the timeless Luxor to Aswan route. We plan the whole trip locally, so you get big-brand assurance with hands-on, on-the-ground care.
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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 TUI Nile cruise varies by ship, travel dates, route, and cabin type. Right now, prices start at about £1,268 per person, but some trips cost more depending on when and where you go. For example, 2026/27 cruises on TUI Al Horeya start at about £1,299 per person, and TUI Bahareya start at about £1,268 per person. Prices can change, so check the latest rate for your chosen trip.
The best TUI Nile cruise ship depends on the kind of trip you want. TUI Al Horeya is all-inclusive and has two restaurants, two bars, a pool, hot tubs, a wellness area, and an onboard Egyptologist. TUI Bahareya is also all-inclusive, adults-only, and features Arabic-inspired decor, two restaurants, two bars, a pool, and guided experiences with an Egyptologist. Both ships have 72 cabins, so you can choose based on the atmosphere, cabin style, and travel dates that fit you best.
TUI Nile Cruises offers 7-night trips on ships like TUI Al Horeya and TUI Bahareya. Itineraries include Legends of the Nile and Ancient Gods and Famous Pharaohs, starting and ending in Luxor. Along the way, you’ll visit places like Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. The cruises also give you the chance to see famous sites near Luxor, such as the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.
Yes, both TUI Al Horeya and TUI Bahareya are all-inclusive. This means your meals and drinks at the ships’ restaurants and bars are already included, so you don’t need to pay extra for an upgrade. Other TUI river cruises may have different meal plans, but these two ships include everything as standard.
A TUI Nile cruise may include onboard accommodation, meals and drinks, entertainment, ship facilities, and sightseeing, depending on your chosen program. On Al Horeya and Bahareya, the All Inclusive package covers food and drinks at the onboard restaurants and bars. Both ships also offer pools, lounges, entertainment, and an onboard Egyptologist. Some TUI Nile holidays include flights and other extras, so check your package details before booking.
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