Moderate Nile Cruises — Compare Rates, Boats & Book
Affordable, no-fuss cruising that still includes the full temple itinerary and full board.
58 Cruises
From $270 / person Full Board
All Sightseeing Included
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Our moderate Nile cruises are the budget-friendly way to experience the Nile without missing any of the headline sights. These boats keep things simple and affordable while still delivering the complete sightseeing programme between Luxor and Aswan.
The itinerary is the same as every other tier: full board on board, plus guided visits to Karnak, Luxor Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae and the Valley of the Kings. If your priority is seeing the temples of Upper Egypt at the lowest practical price, this is the category to browse.
Compare starting prices on the cards below and open any cruise for full seasonal rates and photos. Prices shown are the lowest per-person starting rate for a 3-night package.
Moderate Nile Cruises — 58 Available
Cheops III
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
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75 cabins 18 m² cabins
Coral II
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
72 cabins 18 m² cabins
El Fostat
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
81 cabins 18 m² cabins
Fleurtte
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
46 cabins 18 m² cabins
Giselle
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
60 cabins 20 m² cabins
Golden Boat
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
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52 cabins 20 m² cabins
Hotp
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
54 cabins 18 m² cabins
King Of Egypt
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
81 cabins 18 m² cabins
King Tut I
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
79 cabins 18 m² cabins
Kira
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
French BalconyNo Lower-Deck Cabins
65 cabins 20 m² cabins
Lady Diana
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
71 cabins 18 m² cabins
Da Vinci
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
69 cabins 18 m² cabins
Marquis II
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
72 cabins 18 m² cabins
Montasser I
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
80 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nephtis
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
59 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Beauty
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
46 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Commodore
Moderate
Hot Deal
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
76 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Crocodile
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins
57 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Emerald
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
68 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Jewel
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
59 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Legend
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
73 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Marquis
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
68 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Odyssey
Moderate
Hot Deal
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
73 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Pioneer II
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
66 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Plaza
Moderate
Hot Deal
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
83 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Ritz
Moderate
Hot Deal
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
79 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Romance
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
70 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Secret
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
55 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Smart
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
66 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Supreme
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
75 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Vision
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
56 cabins 18 m² cabins
Norma
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
60 cabins 18 m² cabins
Oonas
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
40 cabins 18 m² cabins
Orchid
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
61 cabins 18 m² cabins
Princess Amira
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
66 cabins 18 m² cabins
Napoleon
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
French Balcony
72 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Angel
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
French Balcony
65 cabins 18 m² cabins
Vittoria
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
67 cabins 18 m² cabins
Queen Isis
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
43 cabins 18 m² cabins
Ramses Of Egypt III
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins
84 cabins 18 m² cabins
Salome
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
36 cabins 18 m² cabins
Sherry Boat
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
63 cabins 18 m² cabins
Sinai
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
French Balcony
76 cabins 18 m² cabins
Sobek
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
47 cabins 18 m² cabins
Star Of Luxor
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
54 cabins 18 m² cabins
Tarot
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
66 cabins 18 m² cabins
Granada
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
72 cabins 16 m² cabins
Prince Omar
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins
73 cabins 16 m² cabins
Viking Premiere
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
58 cabins 16 m² cabins
Miss Universe
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
59 cabins 16 m² cabins
Nile Treasure
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
Wednesdays / From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
Saturdays / From $360 Per Person
Large Window
60 cabins 16 m² cabins
Kasr El Nil
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins
50 cabins
King Tut IV
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $270 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $360 Per Person
Large Window
81 cabins 18 m² cabins
Imperial
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $330 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $440 Per Person
Large Window
50 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Empress
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $330 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $440 Per Person
Large Window
29 cabins 18 m² cabins
Nile Monarch
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $330 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $440 Per Person
Large Window
45 cabins 18 m² cabins
Regina
Moderate
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $330 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $440 Per Person
Large Window
60 cabins 18 m² cabins
Helio
Moderate
Hot Deal
3 Nights (Aswan → Luxor)
From $390 Per Person
4 Nights (Luxor → Aswan)
From $520 Per Person
Large WindowNo Lower-Deck Cabins
50 cabins 20 m² cabins
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I miss any sightseeing on a moderate cruise?
No. The guided sightseeing itinerary is the same across every category on the Luxor–Aswan route. A moderate cruise visits all the same major temples and sites — the savings come from the onboard accommodation and facilities, not from cutting any of the sightseeing.
Are meals included on a moderate Nile cruise?
Yes, moderate cruises are full-board, so breakfast, lunch and dinner on board are included. Drinks and optional excursions such as the Sound & Light show are usually extra.
Who are moderate cruises best for?
They suit budget-conscious travellers, younger travellers, and anyone who plans to spend their time ashore at the temples rather than lingering on board. You get the full Egypt itinerary at the most accessible price.
Can I upgrade if I want more comfort?
Absolutely — browse our Deluxe, Luxury and Ultra Luxury categories for progressively larger cabins, better dining and more onboard facilities. The itinerary stays the same; only the onboard experience changes.
How do Moderate Nile cruises in Egypt compare to international cruise standards?
Egyptian Nile cruises are rated by local standards, which generally sit at least one tier below the equivalent international rating — a 5-star Nile boat is not the same as a 5-star international cruise ship. To avoid surprises, we recommend booking the best cruise your budget allows. What matters most is a solid reputation, good food (very important), and clean, reasonably spacious cabins.
Is a Nile cruise worth the money, or is it better to travel overland and stay in each city?
A Nile cruise is well worth it — provided you choose the right boat for your needs. It saves you the cost of meals and inter-city transport, and offers a completely different experience from an overland trip. If you're unsure which cruise suits you best, our experts can guide you to the best value-for-money option for your requirements.