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Jaz Royale

A two-level sun deck on the Aswan–Luxor run

Jaz Royale is a Nile cruise ship operated by Steigenberger Cruises (JAZ Voyages / Jaz Hotel Group), built 1992 and refurbished 2018. It has 52 cabins and 2 suites for up to 104 guests and sails itineraries of 3, 4 or 7 nights on the Nile between Luxor and Aswan.

Good to know

A two-level sun deck on the Aswan–Luxor run. A five-star deluxe cruiser of 52 cabins and two suites sailing the year-round Aswan–Luxor route, suited to travellers wanting the classic sites at a relaxed pace.

Class Luxury flagshipsCabins 52 · up to 104 guestsRoute Luxor → Aswan

Operator: Steigenberger Cruises (JAZ Voyages / Jaz Hotel Group)
Accommodation: 52 cabins · 2 suites
Guests: Up to 104
Decks: 5
Dimensions: 72 × 14 m
Built: 1992 · refit 2018
Route: Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Esna - Luxor; itineraries include the Valley of the Kings
Trip length: 3 · 4 · 7 nights
Departures: Mondays ex Aswan (3 nights) and Thursdays ex Luxor (4 nights), year-round
Season: Year-round
Wi-Fi: Complimentary WiFi in all rooms and public areas.

About Jaz Royale

Jaz Royale is a five-deck cruiser built in 1992 and refurbished in 2018, working the classic Aswan-to-Luxor run year-round. Its 50 double cabins of 22 m² carry large panoramic sliding windows on the main and upper decks, alongside two 35 m² suites; all are air-conditioned with satellite television, private shower, safe and mini-bar.

A two-level sun deck holds a swimming pool, pool bar and jacuzzi, with fitness equipment, massage services and a beauty salon. Indoors there is a library, a fireplace lounge, a panorama bar and a chimney bar, and the main restaurant anchors full-board dining.

The route threads Kom Ombo, Edfu and Esna between Aswan and Luxor, taking in the Valley of the Kings. Three-night sailings leave Aswan on Mondays and four-night sailings leave Luxor on Thursdays.

Highlights

Two-level sun deck with pool and jacuzzi
Panoramic sliding-window cabins, 22 m²
Library and fireplace lounge
Fitness equipment and massage
Year-round Aswan–Luxor sailings

At sail

Day by day

Jaz Royale sails 2 published programmes. Its own route: Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Esna - Luxor; itineraries include the Valley of the Kings Departures mondays ex aswan (3 nights) and thursdays ex luxor (4 nights), year-round. The order of the temples is fixed by the river, so what changes between programmes is the direction and how much is fitted into each day.

Luxor to Aswan, 4 nightsusually departs Monday

Day 1
Luxor, embark and the east bank
Board before lunch. The two east-bank temples in the afternoon, when the light is best at Karnak.
Visits Karnak · Luxor Temple
Day 2
The west bank, then sail through the Esna lock
An early start for the tombs, then the boat sails south and passes the Esna lock, often in the evening. Moor at Edfu.
Visits Valley of the Kings · Hatshepsut · Colossi of Memnon
Optional hot-air balloon at dawn
Day 3
Edfu and Kom Ombo
Edfu at first light, usually reached by horse-drawn carriage from the mooring. Sail to Kom Ombo, whose double temple sits directly above the water.
Visits Edfu · Kom Ombo
Day 4
Aswan
The Aswan cluster, usually in one morning, with a felucca sail among the islands in the afternoon.
Visits High Dam · Philae · Unfinished Obelisk · felucca
Day 5
Disembark
Breakfast on board and disembarkation, typically by 08:00. Abu Simbel is a pre-dawn add-on, not part of the sailing.
Optional Abu Simbel by road or air

Aswan to Luxor, 3 nightsusually departs Friday

Day 1
Aswan, embark
Board before lunch, then the Aswan cluster in the afternoon.
Visits High Dam · Philae · Unfinished Obelisk
Optional felucca among the islands
Day 2
Kom Ombo and Edfu
Sail north. Kom Ombo sits at the mooring; Edfu is a short carriage ride inland.
Visits Kom Ombo · Edfu
Optional Abu Simbel, pre-dawn by road or air
Day 3
Through Esna to Luxor, east bank
The Esna lock can hold the fleet for a while; the east-bank temples follow on arrival.
Visits Esna lock · Karnak · Luxor Temple
Day 4
West bank and disembark
Check out after breakfast, then the west bank before departure.
Visits Valley of the Kings · Hatshepsut · Colossi of Memnon
Optional hot-air balloon at dawn

Day structure aggregated from the published itineraries for this class of boat and direction. Operators shift a call by half a day and the Esna lock queue moves everything; confirm the running order for your departure.

Cabin pricing

Rates by season

Our own per-person USD rates for winter 2026–27, in a main-deck cabin on full board; guided sightseeing is quoted separately. Each cell is a range because the fare moves with your sailing week and cabin. We confirm the exact fare on your quote, with no booking fee to ask.

4 days / 3 nights · Luxor–Aswan corridor

Cabin	Winter 2026–27 · Feb–early Apr & festive weeks	Winter 2026–27 · Nov–Jan & late Apr
Double cabin (per person)	$810–$1,230	$530–$710
Single cabin (sole use)	$1,380–$2,100	$900–$1,210
Triple cabin (per person)	$770–$1,170	$510–$670

5 days / 4 nights · Luxor–Aswan corridor

Cabin	Winter 2026–27 · Feb–early Apr & festive weeks	Winter 2026–27 · Nov–Jan & late Apr
Double cabin (per person)	$1,080–$1,650	$710–$950
Single cabin (sole use)	$1,840–$2,800	$1,200–$1,610
Triple cabin (per person)	$1,030–$1,560	$670–$900

Cabins are allocated by the operator at confirmation; tell us your preferred deck and we will ask.
Longer itineraries are priced as the sailings combined, confirmed on your quote.

The fine print

What's included and what isn't

Many ship fares bundle guided shore excursions with an Egyptologist; it varies by package, and your quote states exactly what applies.

Included

Accommodation aboard Jaz Royale in the cabin booked
Meals aboard per the boat's published programme
Sun deck, pool, spa, gym and lounge throughout
Wi-Fi on board

Not included

Drinks beyond water, tea and coffee served with meals
Gratuities for the crew
Temple entrance fees and Egyptologist guiding, unless your package states them
Transfers and extensions such as Abu Simbel, unless quoted

The boat in detail

Cabin categories: Double cabin - approx. 19.5 to 22 sqm, large panoramic sliding windows, main and upper deck (50 units)
Suite - 35 sqm (2 units)
Dining: Main Restaurant
Lounge Bar
Sundeck Bar
Panorama Bar
Chimney Bar
Facilities: Two-level sun deck with swimming pool
Pool bar
Jacuzzi
Fitness equipment
Massage
Gift shop
Beauty salon
Library
Game tables
Fireplace lounge
Doctor on call
Spa · pool · gym: Swimming pool and jacuzzi on a two-level sun deck, fitness equipment, massage services, beauty salon
Itineraries: 04 Days / 03 Nights Aswan to Luxor
05 Days / 04 Nights Luxor to Aswan
08 Days / 07 Nights roundtrip from Luxor

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What guests say

Independent traveller reviews of Jaz Royale, quoted with attribution — we don’t collect these ourselves.

4.2 out of 5via Tripadvisor (115)

Good to know

Jaz Royale questions, answered

How much does Jaz Royale cost?

Our winter 2026–27 rates start from US$530 per person for 3 nights in a double cabin, rising to about US$1,230 in the festive weeks; the exact fare depends on your sailing week and cabin.

How many cabins does Jaz Royale have?

52 cabins and 2 suites, for up to 104 guests.

What route does Jaz Royale sail?

Aswan - Kom Ombo - Edfu - Esna - Luxor; itineraries include the Valley of the Kings, departing Mondays ex Aswan (3 nights) and Thursdays ex Luxor (4 nights), year-round.

What's included on Jaz Royale?

Full board accommodation, transfers, guided excursions, entrance fees, meet-and-assist