Nile Premium
A 60-cabin, five-deck Deluxe cruiser (launched 2008)
Nile Premium is a Deluxe Nile cruise ship of 60 cabins on five decks, about 72 metres long and launched in 2008. Cabins are about 21.5 m² with a panoramic window and a bathtub, and there are two ambassador suites with a private balcony. It has a pool and a fitness centre. It sails 3 nights Aswan to Luxor and 4 nights Luxor to Aswan. From $780 per person.
Why travellers choose the Nile Premium
The ship
Nile Premium was launched in 2008 and is about 72 metres long, with 60 cabins on five decks. It is a solid, well-equipped Deluxe ship with a pool and a proper fitness centre.
Cabins
There are 56 cabins of about 21.5 m², 2 ambassador suites of about 30 m² with a private balcony on the third deck, and 2 presidential suites of about 34 m² on the fourth. Every cabin has a large panoramic window, individually controlled air-conditioning, a plasma TV, a minibar, a safe and a bathroom with a bathtub and hairdryer.
Life on board
There is a pool, a fitness centre, a dining room, a cocktail lounge and bars, a gift shop, internet access and laundry service. There is no lift.
Follow the Nile Premium 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 | $780 | $975 |
| High | Sep – Apr | $1,100 | $1,295 |
What's included on the Nile Premium
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
Nile Premium at a glance
- Category
- Deluxe Cruises
- Cabins
- 60 · about 22 m² each
- Balcony
- French balcony — floor-to-ceiling glass that slides open
- Lift
- No — the decks are linked by stairs
- 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 Nile Premium
Dining on board
Meals are served in the dining room on a full-board basis; drinks other than water at meals are charged separately — we confirm the exact board basis in your written quote.
Nile Premium FAQ
How many cabins does Nile Premium have?
60: 56 cabins of about 21.5 m², 2 ambassador suites of about 30 m² and 2 presidential suites of about 34 m².
Do any cabins have a balcony?
The two ambassador suites on the third deck do. The other cabins have a large panoramic window.
How old is Nile Premium?
It was launched in 2008.
Is there a lift on board?
No. The five decks are linked by stairs only.
How much does a cruise on Nile Premium cost?
From $780 per person sharing a double for 3 nights in the low season (May to August), and from $1,100 in the high season (September to April). 4 nights starts at $975. Christmas, New Year and Easter are priced separately.
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