Nile Cruise · Aswan & Luxor
Oberoi Zahra Luxury Nile Cruise
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Tour Overview
The Oberoi Zahra Nile cruise is built around privacy: a select number of cabins and large suites, à la carte dining instead of a buffet line, and a spa with private therapy rooms. It sails between Luxor and Aswan on a 3-night or 4-night program, with private guided visits, entrance fees and full board included.
At a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Route | Luxor and Aswan, 3 nights or 4 nights (4-night fare quoted from Luxor) |
| Season priced | October to April |
| 3 nights, per person | $2,245 double cabin, $3,360 single cabin |
| 4 nights from Luxor, per person | $2,995 double cabin, $4,480 single cabin |
| On board | Spa with private therapy rooms, open-air pool, à la carte restaurant |
| Departures | Selected dates, confirmed on request |
The case for a small ship
Fewer cabins means fewer people at the gangway, quieter decks and service that remembers your name by the second day. Big windows bring the river into the cabin, and the bathrooms are finished in marble. For travelers who dislike crowded lounges and fixed meal sittings, that difference matters more than any single facility.
Picking between 3 and 4 nights
The 4-night sailing from Luxor costs $750 more per person in a double cabin and gives you an extra night afloat. That buys a slower day on the river, more time at the pool, and less early rising between visits to Edfu, Kom Ombo and the Luxor monuments. If your trip also includes Cairo and the Red Sea, the 3-night option keeps the overall itinerary tight.
Included and not included
- Included: airport meet and greet, private air-conditioned transfers, full board, private tours in Luxor and Aswan with an English-speaking guide, site entrance fees on the itinerary, service charges and taxes.
- Not included: international flights, Egypt visa, optional tours, extras and tips.
Before and after the cruise
A night at the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract in Aswan pairs naturally with the Zahra. For Giza and Cairo, see our pyramids and Nile cruise tours. To compare the Zahra with the Oberoi Philae and other boats, visit the luxury Nile cruise collection or the full Nile river cruises page, and our Luxor to Aswan cruise guide explains the route.
Need a different length or a combined trip? Our tailor-made team will price it for you.
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 - 03 Nights / 04 Days
Double Cabin - Per Person
$2245
Single Cabin - Per Person
$3360
October to April - 04 Nights / 05 Days from Luxor
Double Cabin - Per Person
$2995
Single Cabin - Per Person
$4480
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 Zahra: What Travelers Ask
October to April, the 3-night sailing is $2,245 per person in a double cabin and $3,360 in a single. The 4-night sailing from Luxor is $2,995 double and $4,480 single.
The ship serves à la carte dining, and the cruise is sold full board.
There is a spa with private therapy rooms and an open-air pool, plus cabins and suites with large windows and marble bathrooms.
Yes, our 4-night fare is for the sailing from Luxor. The 3-night sailing covers the same stretch of river in a shorter time.
International flights, the Egypt visa, optional tours, personal extras and tips.
Our Clients Feedback
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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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