Egypt · NILE CRUISES IN CAIRO
Good nile cruises in Cairo fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
You will cover Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, and Old Cairo in five days with flights, hotels, a five-star Nile cruise, guides, transfers, and a hot air balloon ride included. Guides such as Jasmine, Damiana, Merna, and Ahmed have earned praise for clear explanations and thoughtful care.
“the sites were amazing and the guides were very helpful and friendly.”
See Giza, the Egyptian Museum, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor on a tightly planned six-day trip. You get airport assistance, private air-conditioned transfers, Egyptologist guides, two Cairo hotel nights, three cruise nights, and domestic flights. Guides named in guest feedback include Nour Atef, Mohamed Elshemei, Mahmoud Nour, and Omar Haridi.
“My Family and I had an amazing time during our 8 day Cairo, Aswan and Nile Crusie to Luxor Tour. From the moment we arrived in Cairo, the Egypt portal team met and guided us the entire way on this tour. They Carefully and meticulously overRead more”
See Egypt’s major ancient sights in six busy days, with Cairo and Alexandria touring, domestic flights, a three-night Nile cruise, and a Luxor balloon ride. Most touring is private, with English-speaking guides such as Marina, Manal, and Ahmed assigned along the way. Expect early starts, walking, changing schedules, and extra fees for entry tickets and drinks.
“Ahmed Ashraf and Kero, were so informative and the visit to Aswan was great. I would recommend this activity and suggest to spend even some more days.”
See Cairo’s pyramids, museum, Coptic churches, and Khan El Khalili, then fly to Luxor for a 4-night Nile cruise to Aswan. Private transfers, hotels, meals, guides, and domestic flights are included. Guides such as Mohamed, Youssef, Abdo, and Allam have helped make this trip especially personal, though schedules and hotels can change.
“The tour was excellent Was met at the Cairo airport upon arrival and taken through to the driver who took me to the hotel. Unfortunately I did not get the guides name name but it was brilliantly done The next morning I was transferred to Luxor aRead more”
You’ll see Egypt’s main ancient sights with private transfers, Egyptologist guides, Cairo hotel stays, and a three-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor. The plan includes Giza, the Egyptian Museum, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Abu Simbel is optional.
“Wonderful experience! I felt safe the entire time. The private tour guides were very knowledgeable and brought history to life with their commentary. I felt like a VIP the whole time. The Nile cruise was fantastic! Highly recommend this tour!”
Travel from Cairo to Aswan and Luxor by private car, sleeper train, and three-night Nile cruise. You’ll see the Giza Pyramids, Saqqara, Memphis, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Hatshepsut, and the Valley of the Kings. Expect a maximum group of 15, private cruise cabins, included meals, and extra fees for sightseeing tickets and drinks.
“The pyramids were amazing The temples and tombs were sensational The tour guides were really informative The drivers and all the connections went like clockwork The trip down the Nile was fantastic”
Fly from Cairo to Aswan, visit Philae and Abu Simbel, then cruise north to Luxor aboard a full-board 5-star ship. You’ll see Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings, plus take a sunrise balloon flight. Guides may include Mary, Mido, Jackie, or Ahmed, depending on assignment.
“I’m really happy with the tour! I begin my opinion from 1st day: *our driver were every time ON TIME. * the flight to Luxor was comfortable and our guide changed very flexible the plan because of the flight delay * it was a little difficult for me NOT to have the itinerary for the 4 days. I got only which sightseeings I would visit everyday but I didn’t know for example, we would sail on 2 afternoons for hours. I didn’t know as well that we must drive to Abu Simbel 4h one way and after 1,5h again 4h to come back. Its simply impossible to manage this stress…”
Spend eight days seeing Egypt’s essential ancient sites, from the Giza Pyramids and Saqqara to Philae, Edfu, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. Your package includes Cairo hotels, a five-star Nile cruise, sleeper trains, meals, airport transfers, entrance tickets, and an English-speaking guide. Guide assignments can vary, with past trips including Ahmed Hamed, Ali, and Yasser.
“Thanks to Maestro Travel, we had the most amazing trip to Egypt in May/June 2024. During the planning, Nesma accommodated all of our requests, even the off-the-beaten-path locations we wanted to see. Amir met us at the airport Read more”
Travel privately through Egypt with guides in English, French, German, Spanish, or Arabic. See the Pyramids, Alexandria, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor, and Hurghada, with flights, hotels, a three-night Nile cruise, meals, and a sunrise hot-air balloon ride included. Ask about flight timing, room upgrades, and entry fees before booking.
“Ahmad achraf and hazem were great guides on our tour to Abel Simbel. Ahmad was very knowledgeable and passionate. Thank you for a wonderful morning!”
Fly from Cairo to Luxor, spend four nights on a Nile cruise, and visit Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and Aswan’s High Dam. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran and Mahmoud Amin have earned praise for clear explanations and attentive service. Flights, meals, transfers, and cruise lodging are included, but entrance fees and drinks are extra.
“The temples and tombs visited on this tour are simply amazing! Each site is distinct and worth seeing. Far exceeded expectations. The cruise (Nile Presidential Cruises) along the Nile River is peaceful, so lush and green, and interesting to pRead more”
Travel from Cairo to Aswan with private transfers, Egyptologist-led sightseeing, a three-night Nile cruise, a Luxor balloon ride, and Abu Simbel. You will visit Giza, Karnak, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and the High Dam. Guides such as Mohamed, Sabry, Ramzy, and Ahmed have earned strong praise, though train travel and entrance fees require careful planning.
“Amazing tour to visit all egypt! To say it in short, it was an amazing experience! The pyramids, the temples, the cruise, the tours and the staff of the tour were 10/10! In more details, our Spanish guides Magdy in El Cairo/Giza and Mohamed HassRead more”
Spend three nights aboard a five-star Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, with guided visits to the Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, and Abu Simbel. A hot-air balloon flight over Luxor is included, along with meals, transport, and an Egyptologist guide. Ask which ship you will receive before booking.
“Fantastic experience. We had the most knowledgeable guide Ahmed, who looked after us the whole trip and made everything extremely enjoyable. 5☆ Thank you!”
You’ll fly from Cairo to Luxor, rise over the temples in a sunrise hot air balloon, then cruise two nights to Aswan with visits to Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Abu Simbel. Guides such as Ayman, Hassan, Ahmed, and Mohammed have been praised for clear explanations and warm service. Expect early starts, planned transfers, and extra costs for entrance tickets and drinks.
“The tour was good and the tour guide Adam was amazing so totally recommend”
Spend an evening sailing the Nile from Cairo with a buffet dinner, belly dancing, SOFI dancers, live music, and stage shows. The cruise lasts about two hours, though the full outing takes roughly four hours with transfers. Pickup from Cairo or Giza may cost an extra $20 per vehicle, so confirm the arrangement before booking.
“Great experience with Mohammad and this tour! He was super professional and friendly. The dinner was great and the performers were fantastic. A must do for your first trip to Egypt!”
This seven-day Egypt program links Cairo’s pyramids and Grand Egyptian Museum with Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor, and a Nile cruise. You get airport transfers, domestic flights, air-conditioned transport, a private Egyptologist guide, and four lunches. Hotels, cruise lodging, entrance tickets, and tips cost extra.
“Amazing and scintillating 9 day trip in Egypt that include Cairo/Nile cruise and Alexandria. Even before I get into the trip details, I would like to give a special mention to the patience and detailing that Mr. Ahmed gave us. We took a lot of time tRead more”
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