Originally Posted by rivlinm

Feb '14 experience from me.

Booked online in advance. Because so few boats are actually operating, I was upgraded to a nicer boat and ended up being the only booking with my company for an English tour so I received a private guide.

I flew to ABS, but am very happy to have done the cruise for Luxor>Aswan. very fair price, paid in advance. Felt very safe and my guide kept most of the touts away.