There is a particular kind of magic that settles over the Nile at dusk, when the call to prayer drifts across the water and the temples along the riverbank turn gold in the fading light — and it's exactly this magic that the Princess Sarah Nile Cruise was designed to deliver.
This isn't a rushed, box-ticking excursion; it's a slow, immersive five-day passage through the heart of Ancient Egypt, sailing between Luxor and Aswan aboard one of the Nile's most comfortable and well-appointed vessels.
The MS Princess Sarah Nile Cruise carries guests past four thousand years of history without ever feeling like a history lecture.
You'll wake up to the sound of water against the hull, step off the ship directly into the colonnades of Karnak, and return each evening to a sun deck, a pool, and a proper dinner rather than another hotel checkout.
That rhythm — sail, explore, relax, repeat — is what makes this itinerary genuinely different from a standard land tour.
Across five days and four nights, this Egypt Nile cruise tour covers Luxor's Valley of the Kings and Karnak Temple, the riverside sanctuaries of Edfu and Kom Ombo, and Aswan's High Dam and Philae Temple, with every detail — meals, guiding, entrance fees, and transfers — handled so you can simply be present for it.
Anyone browsing our wider Egypt tours with Nile cruise collection will find that the Princess Sarah Nile Cruise consistently ranks among the most requested itineraries, and it pairs naturally with any of the sailings featured on our main Nile Cruises page if you're comparing dates, ships, or routes.
Whether you're planning a honeymoon, a milestone family trip, or simply the Egypt journey you've been putting off for years, this guide walks through everything the Princess Sarah Nile Cruise includes — the highlights, the day-by-day route, what's covered in the price, and the practical answers you'll want before booking.
Sail the Nile aboard the MS Princess Sarah, a well-maintained five-star cruise ship with a sun deck pool, panoramic lounge, and river-facing cabins
Walk the hypostyle hall of Karnak Temple at a pace that lets its scale actually sink in, rather than rushing past 134 towering columns
Descend into royal burial chambers in the Valley of the Kings, where painted ceilings still hold their original color after thousands of years
Watch the sun set over the Colossi of Memnon and Hatshepsut's terraced mortuary temple carved into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari
Step off the ship directly at Edfu to explore one of the best-preserved temples in all of Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god Horus
Visit the unusual double temple of Kom Ombo, split symmetrically between the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus
See the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk, still lying in its ancient granite quarry
Cross to Philae Temple by boat, one of the most atmospheric island temples on the entire Nile
Drift past riverside villages, palm groves, and Nubian sailing boats from your own private balcony or the open sun deck
Enjoy full-board dining featuring both international and traditional Egyptian dishes, prepared onboard daily
4 nights aboard the MS Princess Sarah in a Nile-view cabin or suite
Full board: daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard the ship
All sightseeing tours listed in the itinerary with a licensed Egyptologist guide
All entrance fees to temples and sites mentioned in the itinerary
Private air-conditioned transfers between the ship, sites, and (where applicable) the airport or train station
Motorboat crossing to Philae Temple
Welcome drink on embarkation and one onboard entertainment evening
All service charges and taxes on the listed inclusions
International or domestic flights to/from Luxor and Aswan
Egypt entry visa
Optional excursions, including the Abu Simbel day trip and hot air balloon ride
Tipping for guides, drivers, and ship staff
Beverages (alcoholic and premium bottled drinks) beyond the welcome drink
Personal expenses such as laundry, spa treatments, and souvenirs
Travel insurance
Your journey begins in Luxor, once the ancient city of Thebes and the spiritual capital of the New Kingdom. After a smooth pickup and transfer, you'll board the MS Princess Sarah and check into your cabin, where a welcome drink sets the tone for the days ahead. In the afternoon, head out with your Egyptologist guide to Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, followed by Luxor Temple, which is especially striking once its columns are lit at night. Return to the ship for dinner and your first sunset over the Nile.
Guests joining the Princess Sarah Nile Cruise are typically picked up from their hotel in Luxor or directly from Luxor International Airport or Luxor train station, depending on how they've arrived in the city. Our representative will be holding a name sign at the arrivals area for airport and train pickups, and boarding usually takes place between 12:00 and 2:00 PM on Day 1, ahead of the first afternoon's sightseeing.
If you're already staying in Luxor before the cruise begins, simply share your hotel name and preferred pickup time when booking, and transport to the ship will be arranged accordingly. On the final day, disembarkation from Aswan follows the same private-transfer model, with drop-off at your Aswan hotel, the train station, or Aswan International Airport based on your onward travel plans.
Eligibility
Children aged 14+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Confirmation
You’ll get confirmation within 24 hours. If you don’t receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.
Cancelation policy
Cancellation without loss if more than 00:00 6 days before the trip
40% of the loss will be deducted from 00:00 3 days before the trip to 00:00 on the day of the trip
After the trip starts, 60% of the loss will be deducted
Five days, four nights, and four thousand years of history — the Princess Sarah Nile Cruise brings Egypt's greatest temples to your doorstep without ever feeling rushed. Cabins on this route are limited and fill quickly during the peak October-to-April season, especially for guests hoping to add the Abu Simbel excursion. Secure your dates today, and let the Nile do the rest.
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