Embark on an unforgettable 4-Day Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Egypt Top Tours, where history and beauty come together in one extraordinary journey. Sail along the majestic Nile River as you explore Egypt’s most iconic temples and archaeological treasures. Begin your adventure in Aswan, visiting the impressive Philae Temple and the High Dam, before continuing to Kom Ombo and Edfu to witness the grandeur of ancient deities. As the cruise sails north, you'll reach Luxor, home to the magnificent Karnak and Luxor Temples, as well as the royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. With guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and full-board meals, this experience is the perfect blend of culture and relaxation. Let Egypt Top Tours handle all the details while you immerse yourself in Egypt’s timeless wonders.
Ellie Nile Cruise
Overview
The Ellie Nile Cruise is one of the newest ultra deluxe Nile cruises in Egypt, offering an elegant and memorable sailing experience between Luxor and Aswan. Launched in October 2025 by Sabena Hotel Management, the Ellie Cruise combines modern luxury, spacious accommodations, premium facilities, and exceptional service to create an unforgettable Nile vacation.
Cruising aboard the Ellie Nile Cruise allows guests to discover Egypt's most iconic temples and monuments while enjoying panoramic Nile views, refined dining experiences, and world-class hospitality. With its luxurious atmosphere and extensive onboard facilities, the Ellie Cruise is an excellent choice for travelers seeking comfort, relaxation, and cultural exploration. Through Egypt Top Tours, guests can enjoy a seamless Nile cruise experience with professional service from arrival to departure.
The Ellie Nile Cruise was designed according to international safety standards and offers a stylish and sophisticated environment for travelers exploring Upper Egypt. The vessel measures 75 meters in length and 14.4 meters in width and features spacious public areas, elegant cabins, luxury suites, and modern recreational facilities.
Guests can spend their days visiting ancient temples and their evenings relaxing by the swimming pool, enjoying the Jacuzzi, unwinding in the lounge bar, or taking in the breathtaking Nile scenery from the sun deck.
Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, family holiday, or cultural adventure, the Ellie Cruise provides the perfect balance between luxury and discovery.
Cruise Facilities
Ellie Cruise Facilities
Accommodation
- 54 Deluxe Cabins (21 sqm)
- 4 Superior Cabins (30 sqm)
- 6 Royal Suites (35 sqm)
- Private balconies in Royal Suites
- Large panoramic windows
- Main Deck and Upper Deck accommodations
Cabin Amenities
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Private bathroom with bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Satellite TV
- Telephone
- Mini fridge
- Kettle facilities
- Safety deposit box
- Free Wi-Fi
- Smoke detectors and fire alarm system
- Music system
- Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows
Onboard Facilities
- Reception area
- Lounge bar with panoramic views
- Main restaurant
- Library
- Swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Sun deck bar
- Massage room
- Boutique shop
- Jewelry shop
- Laundry and dry-cleaning service
- Meeting space for charter groups
- Soundproofed decks
- Ultra-violet water treatment system
- Major credit cards accepted
Included
- Meet and be assist by our representatives at the airport or railway station
- Accommodation on board Ellie Nile Cruise on full board
- English/Portuguese/German/Spanish speaking tour guide
- All sightseeing tours are private guided tours
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in the itinerary
- Bottled water during the trips
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned, deluxe vehicle
- All service charges and taxes
Excluded
- Any optional tours
- Personal Spending
- Tipping
Itinerary:
4 Days - Aswan / Luxor Every Wednesday
Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – High Dam & Philae Temple
Upon arrival in Aswan, you will be met by the representative of Egypt Top Tours and transferred to the Ellie Nile Cruise for embarkation before lunch.
After settling into your cabin and enjoying lunch onboard, begin your sightseeing tour of Aswan. Visit the impressive High Dam, one of Egypt’s most important modern engineering projects, before continuing to the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully located on Agilkia Island.
Return to the cruise for dinner and a relaxing evening onboard.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Aswan High Dam
- Visiting Philae Temple
Meals Included:
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 2: Kom Ombo Temple
Enjoy breakfast onboard as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo.
Upon arrival, visit the fascinating Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus the Elder. Explore its remarkable reliefs, symmetrical design, and learn about the medical practices of ancient Egypt.
Return to the cruise and continue sailing while enjoying lunch and dinner onboard.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Kom Ombo Temple
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 3: Edfu Temple & Luxor East Bank
After breakfast, travel by horse-drawn carriage to visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Explore its massive pylons, courtyards, and beautifully carved chambers that tell the story of Horus and Seth.
Continue sailing to Luxor where you will visit the magnificent East Bank. Explore Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex ever built, followed by Luxor Temple, one of the most beautiful monuments along the Nile.
Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight in Luxor.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Edfu Temple
- Visiting Karnak Temple
- Visiting Luxor Temple
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 4: Luxor West Bank – Disembarkation
Enjoy breakfast onboard before check-out.
Discover Luxor’s legendary West Bank, beginning with the Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of Egypt’s pharaohs. Continue to the impressive Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir El Bahari and conclude with a visit to the Colossi of Memnon.
At the end of the tour, Egypt Top Tours will transfer you to Luxor Airport, Luxor Railway Station, or your hotel.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Valley of the Kings
- Visiting Hatshepsut Temple
- Visiting Colossi of Memnon
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
5 Days - Luxor / Aswan Every Saturday
Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – East Bank Exploration
Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your representative from Egypt Top Tours and transfer to the Ellie Nile Cruise for embarkation before lunch.
In the afternoon, visit Luxor’s famous East Bank. Explore the impressive Karnak Temple Complex and continue to Luxor Temple, connected by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes.
Return to the cruise for dinner and overnight in Luxor.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Karnak Temple
- Visiting Luxor Temple
Meals Included:
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Sail to Edfu
After breakfast, visit Luxor’s West Bank. Explore the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Return to the cruise for lunch before beginning your scenic sail toward Edfu via the Esna Lock.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Valley of the Kings
- Visiting Hatshepsut Temple
- Visiting Colossi of Memnon
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 3: Edfu Temple & Kom Ombo Temple
Start the day with a visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the finest surviving temples from the Ptolemaic era.
Return to the cruise and sail toward Kom Ombo. Later, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dramatically positioned on the Nile River and dedicated to Sobek and Horus the Elder.
Continue sailing toward Aswan.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Edfu Temple
- Visiting Kom Ombo Temple
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 4: Aswan Highlights
After breakfast, discover the most important attractions of Aswan. Visit the High Dam and continue to the beautiful Philae Temple, one of the most picturesque temple complexes in Egypt.
Spend the remainder of the day enjoying the facilities of the Ellie Nile Cruise while relaxing on the Nile.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Aswan High Dam
- Visiting Philae Temple
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 5: Departure from Aswan
Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarkation.
Following check-out, Egypt Top Tours will transfer you to Aswan Airport, Aswan Railway Station, or your hotel for your onward journey.
Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Prices:
Summer Rates (May- August)
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Winter Rates (Sep- April)
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Notes:
Ellie Nile Cruise Prices
Our tour rates are in US dollars per person per trip. You can also pay in Euro or GBP. Prices might vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter Nile Cruise Vacations. We aim to provide the best rates and maintain their accuracy. Once you confirm Ellie Nile Cruise, our rates remain fixed and may not change.
Ellie Nile Cruise Children Policy
0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
2 - 5.99 pay 25% of tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
If your tour package includes airfare, extra charges for your children may be applied.
Ellie Nile Cruise Payment Policy
To secure your desired program and ensure availability, we recommend making reservations as early as possible. A deposit of 25% of the total amount is required to secure your booking, except during the Christmas and New Year holidays when a deposit of 50% is necessary. This deposit will be deducted from your final payment. The remaining balance can be settled up to one week before your arrival date or in cash upon your arrival.
Additional Entry Tickets For Ellie Nile Cruise
Please note that the Ellie Nile Cruise doesn't include entrance fees to the special archaeological sites, such as entering the interior of the Tomb of Tutankhamun at the Valley of the Kings in Luxor. Separate fees apply for these attractions.
Cancellation Policy For Ellie Nile Cruise
• Cancellations made from the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date will incur a 10% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 60 and 31 days before your arrival date will incur a 20% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days before your arrival date will incur a 50% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 14 and 1 day before your arrival date will incur a 100% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
Furthermore, please note that cancellation fees may also apply to domestic flights within Egypt according to the airline's specific cancellation policy.