Nile Cruise · Aswan & Luxor
Luxury Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise
- 4.9 on Tripadvisor · 88 reviews
- Licence No. 121
Tour Overview
The Oberoi Philae Nile cruise is the choice for travelers who want a wellness-focused stay between Luxor and Aswan, with a pool, a gym and private therapy rooms on board. We sell it on two lengths, a 4-night sailing and a 6-night sailing from Luxor, both full board with private guided sightseeing and entrance fees to the sites on the program.
Two lengths, two paces
Most ships on this stretch of river run 3 or 4 nights. The Philae adds a 6-night option from Luxor, which is the real reason to pick it. Those two extra nights turn the cruise from a fast circuit of temples into a slower week on the water, with more time for the spa, the deck and long lunches between visits. If your Egypt trip is short, the 4-night sailing still covers the core of the river at a comfortable rhythm.
| Sailing (October to April) | Double cabin, per person | Single cabin, per person |
|---|---|---|
| 4 nights / 5 days | $2,992 | $4,480 |
| 6 nights / 7 days from Luxor | $4,495 | $6,730 |
Who it suits
- Couples and solo travelers who rank calm and service above a busy entertainment program.
- Guests who want to keep up a fitness or treatment routine while traveling.
- First-time visitors who would rather see Karnak, Edfu and Aswan without rushing.
Cabins and suites
The ship offers both cabins and suites, all described as spacious. Fares in our table are for a double or single cabin; ask us for suite rates if you want more room, and tell us early, because a smaller luxury boat has fewer suites to go around.
What the fare covers
Airport meet and greet, private air-conditioned transfers, full-board accommodation, private tours in Luxor and Aswan with an English-speaking guide, entrance fees to the sites on the itinerary, and service charges and taxes. International flights, the Egypt visa, optional tours and tips are not included.
Extending the trip
Departures are on selected dates, so we confirm sailing days against your travel window. Many guests add two or three nights in Cairo for Giza and the museum, or a morning flight to Abu Simbel from Aswan. Compare the Philae with other ships on our luxury Nile cruise page, browse every option under Nile river cruises, or read our Luxor to Aswan cruise guide before you decide.
Want the cruise wrapped into a longer itinerary with hotels and flights? Our tailor-made tours team can build it around your dates.
Tour Highlights
English-Speaking tour guide/leader
All transfers by air-conditioning vehicle
Meet at the airport upon arrival
4/3 Nights Nile cruise
Meals mentioned in the itinerary
Tour Packages
04 Days / 03 Night From Aswan
On arrival, you will be met and escorted to your Nile cruise for embarkation.
Begin your Aswan sightseeing with a visit to the impressive High Dam, a landmark of modern Egyptian engineering. Continue by boat to Agilkia Island to explore the exquisite Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and renowned for its beautifully preserved sanctuaries and reliefs.
Return to your Nile cruise, where lunch is served on board, followed in the evening by an international buffet dinner.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, a rare double sanctuary dedicated to two deities—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Return to your Nile cruise for lunch on board.
Later, explore the remarkably well-preserved Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus and considered one of the finest surviving temples of ancient Egypt. In the evening, enjoy a continental buffet dinner on board your cruise.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, enjoy a privately guided exploration of Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the vast Karnak Temple, a monumental complex built over centuries, before continuing to Luxor Temple, once connected by a grand avenue of ram-headed sphinxes.
These extraordinary sites together embody Luxor’s enduring reputation as the world’s greatest open-air museum and one of its most remarkable archaeological landscapes.
Return to your Nile cruise in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy a relaxed Galabia celebration on board.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, disembark from your Nile cruise. Continue with a guided visit to Luxor’s West Bank, beginning with the legendary Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs. Continue to the striking Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, beautifully set against the desert cliffs, and pause at the monumental Colossi of Memnon, which have stood guard over the Theban plain for more than three thousand years.
Following your visit, transfer to Luxor Airport or the train station for your onward journey.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast.
05 Days / 04 Night From Aswan
Upon arrival in Luxor, transfer to your Nile cruise for embarkation.
Later, enjoy a guided visit to Luxor’s East Bank, home to the magnificent Temple of Karnak, a vast complex built over centuries by generations of pharaohs. Continue to the graceful Luxor Temple, once connected to Karnak by a ceremonial avenue of ram-headed sphinxes. Together, these monuments define Luxor’s reputation as the world’s greatest open-air museum and one of the most remarkable archaeological landscapes in existence.
In the evening, enjoy an international buffet dinner on board.
Accommodation : Overnight onboard
Meals: Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided visit to Luxor’s West Bank. Explore the renowned Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s New Kingdom pharaohs. Continue to the remarkable Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, set dramatically against the cliffs of the Theban mountains, and pause at the monumental Colossi of Memnon, which have stood guard over the plain for more than three millennia.
Return to your Nile cruise for the afternoon.
In the evening, enjoy a continental buffet dinner on board.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, sail toward Edfu, passing through the Esna Lock. On arrival, visit the remarkable Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus and considered one of the best-preserved temples of the ancient world.
Return to your Nile cruise for lunch on board as the journey continues along the Nile toward Kom Ombo. Visit the distinctive Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two deities—Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder.
After the visit, return to your cruise and continue sailing toward Aswan.
In the evening, enjoy an international buffet dinner on board.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided visit to the impressive High Dam, a landmark of modern Egyptian engineering that transformed the country’s irrigation and energy supply. Continue with a scenic boat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and renowned for its graceful sanctuaries and reliefs.
Return to your Nile cruise for the afternoon.
In the evening, enjoy a relaxed Galabia evening accompanied by an oriental dinner on board.
Meals: Overnight onboard
Accommodation: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, disembark from your Nile cruise. You will then be transferred to Aswan Airport or the train station for your onward journey.
Accommodation: Overnight onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
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Inclusions
- Meet and greet service by our representatives upon your airport arrival
- All transfers via private air-conditioned vehicle
- Accommodation on the Nile Cruise ship full board
- Private sightseeing tours in Luxor & Aswan (listed on itinerary)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned on the itinerary
- All meals mentioned on the itinerary
- All service charges and taxes
Exclusions
- International Airfare
- Entry visa to Egypt
- Any optional tours
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
- Tipping.
Tour Prices
October to April - 04 Nights / 05 Days
Double Cabin - Per Person
$2992
Single Cabin - Per Person
$4480
October to April - 06 Nights / 07 Days from Luxor
Double Cabin - Per Person
$4495
Single Cabin - Per Person
$6730
Important Notes
👨👩👧 Delta Tours Child Policy:
- 0 – 1.99 years: Free of charge (except for flight tickets where airline rules apply).
- 2 – 5.99 years: Pay 25% of adult price (if there is a flight tickets).
- 6 – 11.99 years: Pay 50% of adult price (sharing parents’ room/cabin).
- 12 years and above: Considered an adult and pay full price.
Notes:
- Child discounts apply when sharing a room/cabin with two full-paying adults.
- If a child requires a separate room, the full adult rate applies.
- Some tours, cruises, or hotels may have different rules; in that case, the stricter policy applies.
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Oberoi Philae Cruise: Questions Before You Book
We offer a 4-night / 5-day sailing and a 6-night / 7-day sailing from Luxor, both priced for October to April.
From October to April the 4-night sailing is $2,992 per person in a double cabin or $4,480 in a single; the 6-night sailing from Luxor is $4,495 double or $6,730 single.
Yes. The ship has a swimming pool, a gym and private therapy rooms for treatments.
Yes. Entrance fees to all sites mentioned on the itinerary are included, along with private guided tours in Luxor and Aswan.
It sails on selected departures rather than fixed weekdays, so we check available dates for your travel window when you enquire.
No. Tips are excluded, as are international flights, the Egypt visa and optional tours.
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DebbieMel
“Our Egypt trip was perfectly organized with excellent guides, smooth transfers, and constant support from arrival until departure.”
Luciano M
“Professional service, knowledgeable guides, and excellent communication made our experience smooth, enjoyable, and completely stress-free throughout."”
Deepam L
“The customized itinerary matched exactly what we wanted, with attentive staff and outstanding service during every part of our trip.”
Isadora R
“Every detail was handled professionally, from airport assistance to transportation, making us feel comfortable and cared for every day.”
Maria S.
“Excellent organization, punctual drivers, and friendly staff created an unforgettable experience across Cairo, Luxor, and the Nile Valley”
Peter D.
“Knowledgeable Egyptologists and carefully planned sightseeing tours made every destination fascinating, educational, and easy to explore comfortably”
Laura C
“Private transportation, responsive support, and flexible arrangements helped create a relaxing journey that exceeded all our expectations completely.”
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