Nile Cruises

Nile Cruises offer a unique way to discover the wonders of the River Nile and indulge in 5,000 years of history.

A variety of 4* and 5* cruise boats are available on a full board basis (includes all meals, drinks not included) and you will be accompanied by an expert Egyptologist who will introduce to the fascinating sights of Luxor and Aswan.

Your stay on board a luxury River Nile cruise ship offers excellent value for money.

You can find and book your Nile Cruise online by using our search engine on the right or from one of our recommended suppliers.

Sample Itineraries

Itineraries may vary but below is an example of a 7 day cruise itinerary cruising from Luxor down to Aswan and back again. Cruises usually depart on a Monday or sometimes a Wednesday.

Day 1: Depart from the UK for your flight to Luxor. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your chosen Nile cruise boat for an evening check-in. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 2: In the morning, visit the Luxor Museum. In the afternoon, visit the Temples of Karnak and Luxor on the East Bank. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 3: In the morning, visit the highlights of the West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, sail via Esna Lock* to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.

Day 4: In the morning visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, before continuing along the Nile, mid-morning, to Kom Ombo. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Sobek and Haroeris in Kom Ombo, and then continue on to Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 5: After breakfast, spend the day exploring the sights of Aswan, with a visit to the High Dam and the Temple of Philae in the morning, and a relaxing trip on a felucca past the Agha Khan Mausoleum and Elephantine Island in the afternoon. Overnight in Aswan.

Day 6: Spend the morning at leisure in Aswan, with the option of a trip to Abu Simbel. In the afternoon, sail from Aswan to Edfu. Overnight in Edfu.

Day 7: In the morning, sail from Edfu to Esna. Visit the Temple of Khnum at Esna before crossing the lock* and continuing on to Luxor in the afternoon. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 8: After breakfast, disembark your cruise boat and transfer to Luxor airport for your return flight to the UK.

*The Esna Lock closes every year for a period for essential maintenance.

A 4 night cruise is also available and can be part of your tailor made holiday to Egypt.

Abu Simbel Excursion

When your cruise ship stops at Aswan, you will have the opportunity to take one of the ‘must do’ excursions in Egypt. Abu Simbel is an archaeological site of two massive rock temples located 190 miles southwest of Aswan. These magnificent twin temples were originally carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Ramesess II in the 13th century BC as a monument to himself and Queen Nefertari. In the 1960s, the entire complex was relocated to avoid being submerged as Lake Nasser was created as a result of the construction of the Aswan Dam. Despite its location, Abu Simbel is one of Egypt’s top tourist attractions and this is excursion is highly recommended.

Extend Your Stay

Although you can fly to Egypt just for a Nile Cruise, once you disembark your cruise ship, it doesn’t have to signal the end of your holiday. Perhaps you want to visit the other famous sites of ancient Egypt and continue to Cairo to see the Pyramids of Giza. Alternatively, why not head over to one of the Red Sea resorts for some beach time or maybe a bit of scuba diving.