Concerto
A five-deck Deluxe cruiser (about 72 m) with a full spa
Concerto is a Deluxe Nile cruise ship on five decks, about 72 metres long, with cabins on three of them. Every cabin has a large panoramic window that opens, and the spa has a sauna, jacuzzi, massage and a gym. The restaurant seats around 140 in one sitting. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $750 per person.
Why travellers choose the Concerto
The ship
Concerto is one of the larger ships on the river, about 72 metres long on five decks, with its cabins on three of them. This page is about the original Concerto, not the later Concerto II or Concerto Plus.
Cabins
Cabins and suites each have a large panoramic window onto the Nile that can be opened, and central air-conditioning with individual control.
Life on board
The spa has a sauna, a jacuzzi, gym equipment, massage and a jet shower. The restaurant seats around 140 in a single sitting, and there is a lounge bar. Meals are full board.
Follow the Concerto on the map
Two programs, same ship. Pick one, then scroll the days or press play — the boat sails to each stop as you go.
Rates by season · per person, standard cabin
Guide prices only — the exact rate depends on your date, cabin and how full the ship is. Your written quote always confirms the final figure before anything is held.
| Season | Dates | 3 nights | 4 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | May – Aug | $750 | $900 |
| High | Sep – Apr | $925 | $1,115 |
What's included on the Concerto
Included 8 items
- Accommodation in an outside cabin with private bathroom, air-conditioning and Nile view
- Full-board meals — daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet or set menu depending on ship)
- Guided sightseeing at every temple stop with a licensed Egyptologist
- All entrance fees for the standard itinerary (Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings)
- Transfers between the cruise ship and the sightseeing sites
- Welcome drink on arrival, afternoon tea daily, and bottled water on excursions
- Onboard evening entertainment — galabeya party, folkloric shows, live music
- All service charges and Egyptian VAT
Not included 6 items
- International flights to Egypt and Egypt visa$30 USD on arrival for most nationalities
- Domestic flights to Aswan or from Luxor (available as a paid add-on)
- Optional excursions — Abu Simbel, hot-air balloon over the West Bank, Nubian village visit
- Personal expenses (drinks other than tea/water, laundry, spa services, souvenirs)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended — most operators require it)
- Gratuities for the cruise crew, guide and driver~$8-12 USD per day combined
Concerto at a glance
- Category
- Deluxe Cruises
- Length · decks
- 5 decks
- Routes
- 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor · 4 Nights from Luxor to Aswan
- Payment
- No online payment — a written quote first, then a deposit by bank transfer or a secure card link.
Facilities & life on the Concerto
Dining on board
Meals are served in the restaurant on a full-board basis; drinks other than water at meals are charged separately — we confirm the exact board basis in your written quote.
Concerto FAQ
What are the cabins on Concerto like?
Each has a large panoramic window onto the Nile that can be opened, and central air-conditioning with individual control.
Is this the same ship as Concerto Plus or Concerto II?
No. This page is about the original Concerto. Concerto II and Concerto Plus are separate ships.
What is in the spa?
A sauna, a jacuzzi, gym equipment, massage and a jet shower.
Is there a second sitting at dinner?
No — the restaurant seats around 140, so everyone eats in one sitting.
How much does a cruise on Concerto cost?
From $750 per person sharing a double for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $925 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $900. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.
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