
MS Al Nabilatan is consistent across all 65 cabins
At $449 per person the Al Nabilatan is below the standard average, and its stated strength is consistency: 65 well-appointed cabins with strong Nile views, rather than a handful of good rooms and a long tail of poor ones.
That is worth more than it sounds on a budget ship. The most common complaint about cheaper Nile vessels is not the ship overall but being allocated a small interior cabin on a low deck while other guests on the same fare have windows. A ship with uniform cabins removes that risk.
Facilities are restaurant, sun deck, lounge and reception, with the pool listed as available rather than confirmed. It sails Aswan to Luxor via Kom Ombo and Edfu, four or three nights.
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Cruise Highlights
- consistent cabin quality across the whole ship
- Aswan to Luxor route
- Kom Ombo and Edfu
- Real, currently operating vessel
- Quote-friendly package
33 Nights4 Days / 3 Nights · Aswan to Luxor
- 1Day 1Board in Aswan, visit Philae Temple and the High Dam.
- 2Day 2Sail to Kom Ombo and Edfu with guided temple visits.
- 3Day 3Continue to Luxor and visit East Bank highlights.
- 4Day 4Visit Luxor West Bank and disembark.
44 Nights5 Days / 4 Nights · Luxor to Aswan
- 1Day 1Arrive in Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
- 2Day 2Explore the West Bank, including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then sail toward Edfu.
- 3Day 3Visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, then continue sailing toward Aswan.
- 4Day 4Visit Philae Temple, the High Dam area, and optional Nubian experiences.
- 5Day 5Disembark in Aswan or add Abu Simbel as an optional extension.
77 Nights8 Days / 7 Nights · Round Trip
This 7-night option sails this ship's own 4-night and 3-night legs back to back for a full Luxor - Aswan - Luxor round trip, without repeating the same guided temple visits on the way back.
- 1Day 1Arrive in Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
- 2Day 2Explore the West Bank, including Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, then sail toward Edfu.
- 3Day 3Visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple, then continue sailing toward Aswan.
- 4Day 4Visit Philae Temple, the High Dam area, and optional Nubian experiences.
- 5Day 5Continue in Aswan, then begin the return sailing toward Luxor. An Abu Simbel extension can still be added before departing.
- 6Day 6Sail back toward Luxor, passing Kom Ombo and Edfu along the way.
- 7Day 7Free time in Luxor to relax onboard, shop, or arrange optional extras before your final night.
- 8Day 8Disembark in Luxor.
Cabins and Facilities
Five-star comfort across 65 well-appointed cabins with strong Nile views.
- Restaurant
- Sun deck
- Lounge
- Reception
- Pool where available
What is included?
- Full board meals
- Guided shore excursions
- Entrance fees to scheduled temples
- Port taxes
Not usually included
- Drinks beyond water
- Personal spending
- Tips and gratuities
- Cairo portion of the trip
| Season | 3 nights4 days / 3 nights | 4 nights5 days / 4 nights | 7 nights8 days / 7 nights |
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| Low seasonJun to Aug | Ask for rate | Ask for rate | Ask for rate |
| ShoulderMay and Sep | Ask for rate | Ask for rate | Ask for rate |
| High seasonOct to Apr | Ask for rate | Ask for rate | Ask for rate |
| EasterPeak dates | Ask for rate | Ask for rate | Ask for rate |
| ChristmasPeak dates | Ask for rate | Ask for rate | Ask for rate |
Indicative per person rates in a double cabin. Final price depends on cabin category, exact dates, and group size, and is confirmed at quote stage.
Cruise FAQ
How many cabins does MS Al Nabilatan have?
The ship has 65 cabins, which is mid-sized for the Nile. That matters at the temples: smaller passenger numbers mean shorter waits boarding the coaches at Kom Ombo and Edfu.
Why is a five-star ship listed at a standard price?
Egypt has no single official rating body for river ships, so operators self-classify. Al Nabilatan offers five-star cabin fittings but sits in our standard tier because of its age and facility level. You get the cabin quality without the luxury premium.
Which direction does it sail?
Aswan to Luxor, northbound. You start with Philae Temple and the High Dam, sail through Kom Ombo and Edfu, and finish with Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.
What is the cheapest time to sail?
Low season, roughly June to August. The trade-off is heat: Upper Egypt regularly exceeds 40C in July and August, and temple visits move to early morning.
Is the 4-night or 3-night option better?
The 4-night gives you a full extra sailing day, which is the part of a Nile cruise you cannot get on a land tour. If your flights allow it, take the longer option.
Are entrance fees included?
Yes, entrance fees to the scheduled temples are included, along with full-board meals, guided shore excursions and port taxes. Drinks beyond water, tips and any Cairo portion are extra.

