TUI River Cruises launches first Nile ship from Luxor
TUI River Cruises has launched its first Nile River ship, TUI Al Horeya, with an onboard ceremony in Luxor
The event saw 100 biodegradable candles in coconut shells crafted by local artists placed on the river to signify the blessing before the ship sailed to Luxor Temple.
Throughout the night, a live sand artist showcased the story of the river, traditional Egyptian acts of Whirling Dervishes were on display and a gala dinner and live entertainment from TUI River Cruises’ entertainment team took place.
The vessel will now sail its maiden voyage along the Nile, before beginning a series of seven-night, all-inclusive round-trip sailings from Luxor, accommodating 141 passengers across 72 cabins.
Onboard, guests will find a hybrid multi-functional Top Deck, which is home to a swimming pool and two hot tubs by day, and al fresco dining space, Felucca, by night.
Each sailing will include two Egyptologists onboard, live entertainment, with the Legends of the Nile itinerary calling at:Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan.
Katy Berzins, Head of TUI River Cruises, said: “The official first voyage of the TUI Al Horeya is a massive milestone for TUI River Cruises being the first ship to sail outside of European waters.
“Since going on sale, we have sold 80 per cent of our winter Nile programme, and new bookings are continuing to come in week-by-week – we can’t wait to greet these passengers onboard for this season’s sailings.”
Available from £1,680pp for two adults sharing a Deck 2 Superior French Balcony cabin on an All-Inclusive basis, the price includes flights from Gatwick on 4 November 2025, and transfers.
The company will launch its second ship on the river, TUI Bahareya, next winter after it saw strong demand for the river in 2024.
