Concerto I Nile Cruise: Classic 5-Star Sailing Between Luxor and Aswan
Concerto I Nile Cruise is a full-size five-star Nile cruiser for travelers who want a traditional Luxor–Aswan experience with a broad range of onboard facilities. The ship combines panoramic Nile-view cabins with a restaurant, pool, sun deck, lounge spaces and spa facilities.
Current operating patterns list a 4 Days / 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor itinerary on Wednesdays and a 5 Days / 4 Nights Luxor to Aswan itinerary on Saturdays. Pure Nile Tours reconfirms the exact departure before booking because weekly schedules can change.
Cabins & Suites
Published vessel information lists standard cabins together with Junior and Presidential Suites. Cabins include large panoramic Nile-view windows, individually controlled air conditioning, private bathroom, minibar, safe, hair dryer and in-room entertainment features.
Onboard Facilities
Facilities include a main restaurant, swimming pool, sun deck, Panorama Bar, lounge bar, reading area, bazaar and spa services such as sauna, Jacuzzi, gym and massage. This makes Concerto I a practical choice for guests who want a larger hotel-style Nile cruise with multiple public spaces.
4-Day and 5-Day Nile Cruise Routes
The Aswan-to-Luxor sailing follows the classic northbound route through Kom Ombo and Edfu before reaching Luxor. The Luxor-to-Aswan sailing begins with the East and West Bank monuments, then continues south through Edfu and Kom Ombo to Aswan.
Depending on direction, sightseeing can include Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon.
Who Is Concerto I Best For?
Concerto I suits couples, families and first-time visitors who prefer a classic full-size Nile cruise with a pool, spa and traditional weekly itinerary. Travelers comparing ships can also review Concerto Plus Nile Cruise, or browse our Nile cruise guide and Nile Cruises collection.
Rates vary by season, cabin type and sailing date. Pure Nile Tours confirms the current selling rate before payment.
Overview
The Concerto I is a 5-star Nile cruise ship that has been sailing the Aswan–Luxor corridor since 2008, with a full renewal completed in December 2015. Its 66 cabins, 2 Junior Suites, and 2 Presidential Suites all feature large panoramic openable windows directly overlooking the Nile, individual air conditioning, private bathroom with bathtub, mini bar, and safe. The onboard restaurant serves up to 140 guests on a full-board basis, and the ship offers a full spa complex, swimming pool, Panorama Bar, sun deck, lounge bar, discotheque, bazaar, and reading area.
Two year-round itineraries are available: a 4-day / 3-night sailing departing Aswan every Wednesday from $529 per person, and a 5-day / 4-night sailing departing Luxor every Saturday from $659 per person. Both include a private licensed Egyptologist guide and all temple entrance fees — covering Philae Temple, Unfinished Obelisk, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Temple, Karnak, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon. Prices are not applicable during Christmas, Easter, and New Year.
Highlights
- 5-star Nile cruise ship launched 2008, fully renewed December 2015
- 70 berths across 66 standard cabins, 2 Junior Suites and 2 Presidential Suites
- All cabins feature large panoramic openable Nile-view windows, bathtub, mini bar and safe
- Full-board dining — buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in a restaurant serving up to 140 guests
- Full spa: sauna, Jacuzzi, massage, jet shower, gym, hair dresser, swimming pool and sun deck
- Panorama Bar, lounge bar, discotheque and reading area onboard
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide and all entrance fees included throughout
- Aswan departure every Wednesday from $529 per person — Luxor departure every Saturday from $659
