What category is the MS Tulip?

The MS Tulip is a luxury category Nile cruise vessel sailing between Luxor and Aswan, a step above standard and deluxe ships in cabin size, dining and onboard facilities.

What is the difference between luxury and deluxe Nile cruises?

Luxury vessels generally offer larger cabins, more varied dining, better sun deck and pool facilities, and carry fewer passengers than deluxe or standard category ships. The itinerary and sites visited are usually the same.

How long is the cruise?

Most Luxor to Aswan itineraries run four nights sailing south or three nights sailing north, with seven night round trips also available. Ask us which departures suit your dates.

Which temples are included?

Karnak and Luxor Temples, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae, all with an Egyptologist guide.

Yes, full board is included on the cruise. Drinks are generally charged separately unless a beverage package is arranged.

How do I check availability on the MS Tulip?

Send us your travel dates and party size through the enquiry form and we will confirm cabin availability and current rates for the MS Tulip.

MS Tulip Nile Cruise – Luxury Nile Cruise Experience

MS Tulip Nile Cruise – 52-Cabin 5-Star Vessel
The MS Tulip is a 5-star Nile cruiser with 52 cabins and suites across four decks, sailing between Luxor and Aswan with flexible 4, 5 or 8-night itineraries.

Cabins & Suites

The Tulip offers 2 single cabins, 42 standard cabins, and 8 upper-deck suites. Every room includes a private terrace and:

Private terrace with panoramic window
Filtered water and individual air-conditioning
LCD TV with satellite service
Mini-bar and safe-deposit box

Dining & Wellness

The main restaurant serves full-board Egyptian and international dishes, with a massage centre, steam room and sauna on board for relaxation between excursions, plus a 24-hour doctor on call.

Onboard Facilities & Entertainment

Swimming pool with bar
Steam room & sauna
Gym
Nightly shows and guided tours

Nile Cruise Itinerary

The Tulip sails 4, 5 or 8-night itineraries between Luxor and Aswan with Monday and Friday departures, visiting:

Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple
Kom Ombo Temple & Edfu Temple
Abu Simbel (on the longer 8-night itinerary)
Philae Temple & Aswan High Dam

Why Choose the Tulip?

8 dedicated upper-deck suites
Flexible 4, 5 or 8-night sailings
Longer itinerary reaches Abu Simbel
24-hour on-call doctor

Book Your MS Tulip Nile Cruise

Sail aboard the MS Tulip for a 5-star Nile cruise with flexible itinerary lengths between Luxor and Aswan.

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MS Tulip Nile Cruise – Frequently Asked Questions

How many cabins does the MS Tulip have?

The MS Tulip has 52 rooms across four decks: 2 single cabins, 42 standard cabins, and 8 upper-deck suites, each with a private terrace.

Does the MS Tulip visit Abu Simbel?

Yes, the longer 8-night itinerary on the MS Tulip includes Abu Simbel, alongside the classic Luxor-Aswan temple stops.

What itinerary lengths does the MS Tulip offer?

The MS Tulip sails 4, 5 or 8-night itineraries between Luxor and Aswan, with departures every Monday and Friday.

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MS Tulip Nile Cruise Overview

The MS Tulip is a 5-star, 52-room Nile cruiser sailing between Luxor and Aswan, with flexible 4, 5 or 8-night itineraries, the longest of which reaches Abu Simbel.

Other Nile Cruises

MS Tulip facilities

52 rooms including 8 upper-deck suites
Swimming pool with bar
Massage centre, steam room & sauna
Gym
Private terraces in every cabin
24-hour on-call doctor
Nightly shows

3 Nights :

From Aswan to Luxor Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Aswan – Embarkation & Philae Temple

Morning: Arrive in Aswan and transfer to the MS Tulip Nile Cruise. Check-in and embark on your luxury cruise.
Afternoon: Enjoy a delicious lunch on board. In the afternoon, take a guided tour to the majestic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering.
Evening: Return to the cruise for a gourmet dinner and spend the night docked in Aswan.

Day 2: Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples

Morning: Sail to Kom Ombo. After breakfast, visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Learn about the temple’s fascinating dual design and explore its well-preserved reliefs.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch as you continue sailing towards Edfu. Upon arrival, visit the Edfu Temple, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
Evening: Return to the ship for dinner and sail towards Luxor. Spend the night on board.

Day 3: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

Morning: After breakfast, explore the West Bank of Luxor. Visit the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s great pharaohs are located. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning mortuary temple built into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Afternoon: Visit the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues that once guarded the entrance to the Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III. Return to the cruise for lunch.
Evening: Enjoy your final dinner on board, followed by a cultural performance. Spend the night docked in Luxor.

Day 4: Disembarkation – Luxor East Bank (Karnak & Luxor Temples)

Morning: After breakfast, check out from the MS Tulip Nile Cruise. Visit the East Bank of Luxor, including the magnificent Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt, and the Luxor Temple, known for its grandeur and beauty.

Afternoon: After the tour, transfer to Luxor Airport or your next destination.

4 Nights :

From Luxor to Aswan Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Luxor – Embarkation & Karnak Temple

Morning: Arrive in Luxor and transfer to the MS Tulip Nile Cruise. Check-in and embark on your luxurious journey.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch on board. In the afternoon, explore the East Bank of Luxor, starting with the Karnak Temple, a vast open-air museum and the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt.
Evening: Visit the Luxor Temple, beautifully illuminated at night. Return to the cruise for dinner and spend the night docked in Luxor.

Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon

Morning: After breakfast, visit the West Bank of Luxor. Discover the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of many pharaohs, including Tutankhamun. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, an architectural marvel dedicated to Egypt’s first female pharaoh.
Afternoon: Stop at the Colossi of Memnon before returning to the cruise for lunch. Sail towards Edfu in the afternoon.
Evening: Enjoy dinner on board and spend the night docked near Edfu.

Day 3: Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples

Morning: After breakfast, visit the Edfu Temple, dedicated to Horus, the falcon god. This well-preserved temple is one of Egypt’s most impressive sites.
Afternoon: Return to the ship and sail to Kom Ombo. After lunch, explore the Temple of Kom Ombo, unique in its dedication to two gods: Sobek and Horus.
Evening: Continue sailing to Aswan while enjoying dinner on board. Spend the night on the Nile.

Day 4: Aswan – Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, and Aswan High Dam

Morning: After breakfast, visit the iconic Philae Temple, known for its beautiful location on an island in the Nile. Next, visit the Unfinished Obelisk, a massive granite obelisk that was abandoned in ancient times.
Afternoon: Visit the Aswan High Dam, an engineering marvel that transformed Egypt’s economy. Return to the cruise for lunch.
Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner on board with entertainment. Spend your last night docked in Aswan.

Day 5: Disembarkation – Optional Abu Simbel Tour

Morning: After breakfast, check out from the MS Tulip Nile Cruise. For those who wish, an optional excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples can be arranged. These impressive temples, carved out of the mountainside, are among Egypt’s most famous landmarks.
Afternoon: Transfer to Aswan Airport or your next destination.