Ultra Luxury Nile Cruises — Compare Rates, Boats & Book

The finest boats on the river — spacious suites, refined service, and full-board sightseeing between Luxor and Aswan.

43 Cruises Full Board All Sightseeing Included

⭐27+ years of Nile expertise since 1998

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🇪🇬Egypt-based tour operator with local crews

Our ultra-luxury Nile cruises represent the top tier of river travel in Egypt. These are the newest and most spacious vessels on the Luxor–Aswan route, chosen for generous cabin sizes, attentive crew-to-guest ratios, and elevated dining that often moves beyond the standard buffet to à la carte service in the evening.

Every cruise below sails the same classic itinerary — visiting the temples of Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings — on a full-board basis with all major sightseeing included. What sets the ultra-luxury tier apart is the experience between the temples: larger suites, quieter cabins, wellness facilities, and a more personalised level of service on board.

Use the cards below to compare starting prices, then open any cruise for full rates across all four seasons, cabin details, photos and booking help. Prices shown are the lowest per-person starting rate for a 3-night package.

Ultra Luxury Nile Cruises — 43 Available

Sonesta Moon Goddess Nile Cruise Ship Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

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4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

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French BalconyOutside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

53 cabins 20 m² cabins

Sonesta Nile Goddess Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

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57 cabins 20 m² cabins

MS Mövenpick Hamees Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

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72 cabins 21 m² cabins

MS Medea Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

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59 cabins 20 m² cabins

MS Miriam Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

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58 cabins 20 m² cabins

Mövenpick MS Royal Lotus Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

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4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

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62 cabins 22 m² cabins

Mövenpick MS Sun Ray Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

French Balcony

66 cabins 20 m² cabins

Mövenpick MS Royal Lily Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

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60 cabins 22 m² cabins

Nile Serenity Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesOutside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

40 cabins 30 m² cabins

MS Acamar Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

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54 cabins 21 m² cabins

MS Jaz Elite Viceroy Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

Outside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

45 cabins 22 m² cabins

Sonesta St. George I Nile Cruise Ship Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

French BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

57 cabins 22 m² cabins

M/S Le Fayan Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

French BalconyElevatorNo Lower-Deck Cabins

60 cabins 20 m² cabins

Sonesta Star Goddess Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesOutside BalconyElevatorNo Lower-Deck Cabins

33 cabins 40 m² cabins

Sonesta Sun Goddess Nile Cruise Ship Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesFrench BalconyOutside BalconyElevator

30 cabins 40 m² cabins

Farah Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

French Balcony

60 cabins 22 m² cabins

Concerto III Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

Outside BalconyElevatorNo Lower-Deck Cabins

66 cabins 22 m² cabins

Le Fayan Suites Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesLarge WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins

37 cabins 39 m² cabins

Sanctuary Nile Adventurer Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

Outside Balcony

32 cabins 16 m² cabins

Steigenberger Regency Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

French Balcony

52 cabins 20 m² cabins

Steigenberger Royale Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

French BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

52 cabins 19 m² cabins

MS Salacia Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesLarge WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins

31 cabins 28 m² cabins

MS Jaz Elite Senator Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesOutside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

17 cabins 32 m² cabins

Sanctuary Sun Boat III Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

Outside Balcony

18 cabins 17 m² cabins

Sanctuary Sun Boat IV Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

Outside Balcony

38 cabins 16 m² cabins

MS Tamr Henna Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

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66 cabins 20 m² cabins

The Oberoi Philae, Luxury Nile Cruiser Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Tuesdays / Rates Upon Request

French BalconyOutside BalconyElevatorNo Lower-Deck Cabins

22 cabins 36 m² cabins

M/S Royal Serenade Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesOutside Balcony

22 cabins 33 m² cabins

Cleopatra Luxury Cruise & Spa Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

Outside Balcony

40 cabins 30 m² cabins

MS Royal Liberty Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

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70 cabins 20 m² cabins

M/Y Savoy Nile Yacht Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

All SuitesOutside Balcony

12 cabins 35 m² cabins

The Oberoi Zahra, Luxury Nile Cruiser Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Tuesdays / Rates Upon Request

Outside BalconyElevatorNo Lower-Deck Cabins

27 cabins 26 m² cabins

MS Mövenpick Darakum Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

Large WindowElevator

52 cabins 20 m² cabins

Steigenberger Minerva Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

French Balcony

77 cabins 19 m² cabins

Steigenberger Legacy Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

French BalconyOutside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

76 cabins 19 m² cabins

Esmeralda Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

French Balcony

62 cabins 22 m² cabins

Concerto II Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

Outside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

66 cabins 22 m² cabins

M.S. Mayfair Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

French BalconyOutside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

74 cabins 20 m² cabins

M.S. Mayflower Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

French BalconyOutside BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins

56 cabins 20 m² cabins

M.S. Esplanade Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Wednesdays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Saturdays / Rates Upon Request

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80 cabins 20 m² cabins

HS Sindbad Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Thursdays / Rates Upon Request

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17 cabins 20 m² cabins

Soleil Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

Fridays / Rates Upon Request

4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

Outside BalconyElevator

53 cabins 21 m² cabins

Historia The Boutique Nile Cruise Ultra Luxury

3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)

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4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)

Mondays / Rates Upon Request

Large WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins

40 cabins 22 m² cabins

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a Nile cruise "ultra luxury"?

Ultra-luxury Nile cruises are distinguished by larger cabins and suites, higher crew-to-guest ratios, more refined dining (often à la carte rather than buffet-only at dinner), and additional onboard facilities such as spas, pools and gyms. They tend to be among the newest vessels on the river, with contemporary design and modern amenities throughout.

Are sightseeing and meals included on ultra-luxury cruises?

Yes. As with all our Nile cruises, ultra-luxury packages are full-board (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and include the major guided sightseeing along the Luxor–Aswan route. The difference at this tier is the quality and space of the onboard experience, not the itinerary itself.

Are ultra-luxury Nile cruises worth the higher price?

If cabin space, dining quality, quieter nights and elevated service matter to you, the ultra-luxury tier delivers a noticeably more comfortable journey for the same temples and itinerary. Travellers prioritising value over space may prefer our Luxury or Deluxe categories, which visit exactly the same sites.

How do I book one of these cruises?

Open any cruise card to see full rates and a booking enquiry form, or use the search tool in the menu to filter by your travel date and budget. You can secure most cruises with a 20% deposit, with the balance payable in interest-free monthly instalments.

How do Ultra Luxury Nile cruises in Egypt compare to international cruise standards?

Egyptian Nile cruises are rated by local standards, which generally sit at least one tier below the equivalent international rating — a 5-star Nile boat is not the same as a 5-star international cruise ship. To avoid surprises, we recommend booking the best cruise your budget allows. What matters most is a solid reputation, good food (very important), and clean, reasonably spacious cabins.

Is a Nile cruise worth the money, or is it better to travel overland and stay in each city?

A Nile cruise is well worth it — provided you choose the right boat for your needs. It saves you the cost of meals and inter-city transport, and offers a completely different experience from an overland trip. If you're unsure which cruise suits you best, our experts can guide you to the best value-for-money option for your requirements.