Nile Cruise · Aswan & Luxor
MS Tosca Luxury Nile Cruise
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- Licence No. 121
Tour Overview
The MS Tosca Nile cruise is aimed at travelers who care about interiors as much as itineraries: the ship was designed by the interior team behind the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, with wood paneling, original artwork and spacious suites. It runs between Luxor and Aswan, departing Mondays and Fridays, on 3-night or 4-night sailings with full board, private guided sightseeing and entrance fees included.
Who books the Tosca
Couples, honeymooners and well-traveled guests who want an old-world, boutique-hotel feel tend to choose the Tosca. If a big pool scene and evening shows are what you are after, a livelier ship may suit you better. The appeal here is quiet: good rooms, careful service and art on the walls between visits to Luxor Temple, Kom Ombo and the other sites along the river.
What it costs
| Sailing | Triple pp | Double pp | Single pp |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 nights / 4 days | $1,436 | $1,492 | $2,330 |
| 4 nights / 5 days | $1,701 | $1,767 | $2,791 |
Rates are per person for September to April. For summer travel, we quote on request. Sharing a triple saves only $56 per person over a double, so most couples and pairs of friends simply book the double.
Monday or Friday?
With two departures a week, the Tosca is easy to fit around flights. Tell us when you land in Egypt and we will match you with the sailing and length that leaves the fewest idle hotel nights. If you can spare the time, the 4-night option adds a relaxed extra day for about $275 more per person in a double.
The fare includes
- Suite or cabin on full board, plus meals listed in the program
- Private guided tours in Luxor and Aswan with an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to the program’s sites
- Arrival meet and greet and private transfers
- Service charges and taxes
Not included: international airfare, visa, optional tours and tipping.
Turning a Tosca sailing into a full Egypt trip
The Tosca pairs well with a stay at the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract in Aswan for travelers who want the same classic mood on land. Read our Luxor travel guide for planning tips, compare other ultra deluxe ships and our wider Nile river cruises, or ask for a tailor-made itinerary with Cairo added.
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
September To April - 03 Nights / 04 Days
Triple Cabin / Per Person
$1436
Double Cabin / Per Person
$1492
Single Cabin / Per Person
$2330
September To April - 04 Nights / 05 Days
Triple Cabin / Per Person
$1701
Double Cabin / Per Person
$1767
Single Cabin / Per Person
$2791
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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Questions About the MS Tosca
The ship was designed by the interior team behind the Red Carnation Hotel Collection, with wood paneling and original artwork.
It suits couples who want a calm, elegant ship with spacious suites rather than a lively party atmosphere.
The ship departs on Mondays and Fridays.
From September to April, the 4-night sailing is $1,767 per person in a double, $1,701 in a triple and $2,791 in a single.
Sightseeing in Luxor and Aswan is listed as private, with an English-speaking guide and entrance fees included.
Yes. A representative meets you on arrival and transfers are by private air-conditioned vehicle.
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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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