Itineraries
05 Days - 04 Nights – Luxor to Aswan
Day 1 – Luxor East Bank
- Board the Royal Mandarin and enjoy lunch before beginning your first sightseeing experience.
- Visit the impressive Karnak Temple, famous for its vast halls and monumental complex, and Luxor Temple.
- In the evening, return to the cruise for dinner and spend the night in Luxor.
Day 2 – Luxor West Bank & Sailing to Edfu
- After breakfast, cross to Luxor’s West Bank.
- Then explore the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Mortuary Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
- Return to the ship and begin sailing towards Esna and Edfu while enjoying lunch.
- Continue towards Edfu for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3 – Edfu, Kom Ombo & Aswan
- Begin your morning with a visit to the well-preserved Temple of Horus before returning to the cruise.
- After the excursion, continue sailing along the Nile and enjoy lunch onboard.
- Later, visit Kom Ombo and explore its unusual twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus.
- The cruise then continues towards Aswan.
- Dinner and overnight in Aswan.
Day 4 – Explore Aswan
- Discover several of Aswan’s major attractions, including the Philae temple, the High Dam, and the Old Dam.
- After lunch, enjoy a complimentary sunset felucca sailing experience around Aswan, passing Elephantine Island and the Botanical Garden.
- Return for dinner and your final overnight stay in Aswan.
Day 5 – Disembarkation in Aswan
- Enjoy breakfast aboard the Royal Mandarin before disembarking in Aswan and continuing the next part of your Egypt journey.
Cruise Facilities
The Royal Mandarin is a luxury Nile River cruise, which is designed for travelers who want to experience Egypt’s ancient landmarks while enjoying a comfortable stay on the river. This 72-meter vessel features 57 cabins, two royal suites, five decks, and space for up to 120 guests.
From the very first moment when you are aboard this cruise, the experience combines Nile views, comfortable accommodation, fine dining, and time to explore some of Egypt’s most famous temples and monuments. The ship sails between Luxor and Aswan, with itineraries covering both directions.
The Royal Mandarin will give you plenty of ways to enjoy the Nile between sightseeing excursions, with floor-to-ceiling cabin windows, spacious public areas, a sun deck, a plunge pool, a jacuzzi, and a piano lounge.
The Royal Mandarin at a Glance
| Cruise Detail | Information |
| Cruise Name | The Royal Mandarin |
| Cruise Type | Luxury Nile cruise |
| Length | 72 meters |
| Guest capacity | Up to 120 guests |
| Cabins | 57 cabins and 2 suites |
| Decks | 5 |
| Routes | Luxor to Aswan/Aswan to Luxor |
| Luxor to Aswan | 5 Days/4 Nights |
| Aswan to Luxor | 4 Days/3 Nights |
| Cabin options | King, twin, and interconnected cabins |
| Suites | 2 royal suites |
| Main Facilities | Restaurant, sun deck, plunge pool, jacuzzi, lounge, and Al Fresco bar |
Why make the Royal Mandarin Nile cruise special?
The Royal Mandarin brings together the history of Egypt and the comfort of a modern luxury river cruise.
During the day, you will get an opportunity to explore temples, royal tombs, and ancient monuments with an Egyptologist. Back on board, relax beside the pool, watch villages and palm-lined riverbanks pass your window, enjoy dinner, or spend the evening in the piano lounge. With a capacity of approximately 120 guests, the experience aboard the Royal Mandarin Nile cruise remains more personal.
Cabins & Royal Suites
The Royal Mandarin offers 57 cabins, each designed to keep the Nile at the center of the experience. As the cruise moves between Aswan and Luxor, its floor-to-ceiling windows offer views of riverside villages, landscapes, and sunsets.
Guests can choose between
- King bed cabins
- Twin-bed cabins
- Interconnected cabins
- Two spacious royal suites
Dining Aboard the Royal Mandarin
Dining is an important part of the Royal Mandarin experience. Its main restaurant features elegant interiors. Meals aboard include a selection of international, Italian, and authentic Egyptian cuisine, which provides a variety of options throughout the stay for guests.
It also offers themed dining experiences, including seafood evenings under the stars and barbecue nights.
Aboard the Royal Mandarin Nile Cruise, you can enjoy your meals while continuing to experience the atmosphere of a Nile cruise.
Sun Deck, Pool & Onboard Relaxation
Sun Deck is one of the best places to experience life on the Nile. While watching the Nile scenery pass by, guests can relax around the plunge pool, enjoy the jacuzzi, rest on shaded loungers, or order refreshments from the Al Fresco bar. The piano lounge offers another quieter setting for the evening.
After a day full of exploration, guests can return to the ship, enjoy dinner, listen to music, and spend the rest of the evening overlooking the river.
Royal Mandarin Cruise Facilities
The Royal Mandarin combines sightseeing with comfortable facilities for relaxing between excursions.
Onboard the Royal Mandarin Nile cruise, guests can enjoy:
- Panoramic Nile-view cabins
- Two royal suites
- Main restaurant
- International, Italian, and Egyptian cuisines
- Sun deck
- Jacuzzi
- Plunge pool
- Shaded loungers
- Al Fresco bar
- Piano lounge
- Live music
- Central air conditioning with individual cabin controls
- King and twin cabin configuration
- Interconnected cabins
- Onboard infirmary
- Major credit and debit card acceptance.
Moreover, the cruise is also certified by Cristal for surpassing international hygiene standards.
Technical Information
| Specification | Details |
| Length | 72 meters |
| Width | 14 meters |
| Height | 11 meters |
| Draught | 1.5 meters |
| Engines | Three CAT engines (480 HP) |
| Generators | CAT diesel, 280 KW |
| Voltage | 220v |
| Fire system | Electric and addressable fire alarm and sprinkler system. |
| Water treatment | UV sterilization with sand and carbon filtration |
Book the Royal Mandarin Nile Cruise
Ready to experience Egypt from the Nile?
Sailing aboard the Royal Mandarin Nile cruise allows guests to experience Egypt from both land and river. In a single journey, you will get an opportunity to explore the Valley of the Kings, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Philae Temple while returning each day to panoramic Nile views aboard a cruise.
Choose your preferred itinerary and travel date and experience the Nile from the comfort of a luxury cruise.
Contact Nile Cruisen to check availability and plan your Royal Mandarin Nile cruise. Before booking, you can also check Nile Cruisen reviews to see what other travelers say about their cruise experience.
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FAQs
What is the Royal Mandarin Nile cruise?
The Royal Mandarin is a 72-meter luxury Nile cruise ship, which offers a journey between Aswan and Luxor. It has 57 cabins, two royal suites, and five decks and can accommodate up to 120 guests.
How many cabins does the Royal Mandarin have?
There are 57 cabins and two royal suites on Royal Mandarin.
How many guests can stay onboard?
The ship can accommodate up to 120 guests across five decks.
What are the main attractions on the Royal Mandarin cruise?
Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, the High Dam, and the Old Dam are some of the major attractions that you can visit on the Royal Mandarin cruise.
What food is served on the Royal Mandarin?
The main restaurant at Royal Mandarin serves international, Italian, and Egyptian cuisines.
What payment methods are accepted?
Major credit and debit cards are accepted onboard the Royal Mandarin.
How can I book the Royal Mandarin Nile cruise?
To book, reach out to the Nile Cruisen team with your preferred travel dates, and we will help you with the next steps.