Why the Concerto I Stands Apart
The Concerto I is a well-established 5-star Nile cruise ship that has been sailing between Aswan and Luxor since its launch in September 2008, with a full renewal completed in December 2015. With 66 standard cabins, 2 Junior Suites, and 2 Presidential Suites, it strikes a balance between scale and comfort — large enough to offer full onboard amenities, yet personal enough for an attentive level of service. Every cabin features a large panoramic window directly overlooking the Nile, and the ship carries a restaurant capable of serving up to 140 guests. Browse our full Nile Cruises collection to compare ships across all categories.
Onboard facilities include a swimming pool, a sun deck with a dedicated snack bar and recreation area, Panorama Bar, lounge bar and discotheque, SPA with sauna, Jacuzzi, gym equipment, massage and jet shower, hair dresser, laundry service, bazaar, reading area, and round-the-clock front desk. Cabin amenities across all categories include individual air conditioning, private bathroom with bathtub, mini bar, safe, hair dryer, DVD player, internal music, and a phone. Suites offer additional space and upgraded in-cabin experience.
The Concerto I operates two itineraries year-round: 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 cover the full Aswan–Luxor temple corridor with a private licensed Egyptologist guide and all entrance fees included. To enquire or book, contact our team directly.
Highlights of the Concerto I
- 5-star Nile cruise ship launched 2008, fully renewed December 2015
- 66 cabins plus 2 Junior Suites and 2 Presidential Suites — generous choice of cabin types
- Every cabin has a large panoramic openable window directly on the Nile
- Restaurant serving up to 140 guests — full-board buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Full spa complex: sauna, Jacuzzi, massage, jet shower, gym, and hair dresser
- Swimming pool, sun deck, Panorama Bar, lounge bar and discotheque onboard
- Private licensed Egyptologist guide and all entrance fees included throughout
- Aswan departure every Wednesday from $529 — Luxor departure every Saturday from $659
Looking for a smaller or more boutique option? Compare the Concerto I with the Alexander The Great Nile Cruise (30-suite boutique ship) or the Dahabiya Nile Cruise for a slower, more private river experience. For a similar 5-star style at a slightly lower price point, consider the Sonesta Nile Goddess or the Tamr Henna Nile Cruise.
What’s Included & Excluded
Included:
- Meet and greet service at Aswan or Luxor airport / train station
- Full-board accommodation on the Concerto I (breakfast, lunch and dinner daily)
- All sightseeing with a private licensed Egyptologist guide
- All temple and site entrance fees per itinerary
- Private air-conditioned transfers throughout
- All service charges and local taxes
Not included:
- International airfare
- Egypt entry visa (~$25 on arrival for most nationalities)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Extra meals and beverages outside included dining
- Tipping (guide and crew — recommended)
- Optional excursions: Abu Simbel, Nubian Village, Hot Air Balloon
- Spa and massage treatments (available on board at extra cost)
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
Price Note
Prices are not applicable during Christmas, Easter, and New Year periods. Contact us for holiday surcharge details.
Related Nile Cruise Experiences
- 3 Nights Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
- Egypt Nile River Cruise – 5 Days & 4 Nights
- 8-Day All-Inclusive Cairo & Nile Cruise Tour
- 10-Day Cairo, Nile Cruise, Alexandria & Abu Simbel
Not sure which cruise suits you? Visit our Nile Cruises page or contact our team — we’ll match you to the right ship.
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
