North Africa River Cruises
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- 5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5* From Cairo by Flight
- 15 Days Ancient Egypt & Lake Nasser Cruise
- Luxury Nile cruise Luxor & Aswan for 7 nights includes tours
- 7 Days Of Wonder In Egypt (Domestic Flight Included)
- 5 Days 4 Nights Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
- River Nile Cruise For 4 Nights From Luxor to Aswan (Opt. Balloon & Abu Simbel)
- 8 Days pyramids and Dahabiya Nile Cruise
- Splendors of Egypt & the Nile (2025) (Cairo to Cairo, 2025)
- From Luxor 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise WITH GUIDED TOURS + FREE GIFT TOUR "ABU SIMBEL TEMPLE"
- From Luxor 8 Days 7 Nights Nile Cruise WITH GUIDED TOURS & 2 FREE TOURS "HOT AIR BALLOON & ABU SIMBEL TEMPLES"
5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5* From Cairo by Flight
83 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The cruise ship Renaissance is well equipped and staff are very friendly.”
Subha, traveled in May
The legendary Nile awaits from Luxor to Aswan on a 5-star ship. Visit ancient temples and monuments with expert guides while enjoying full-board dining and traditional entertainment. Optional Abu Simbel excursion available.
Duration 5 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Esna, Giza, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, Aswan, Elephantine IslandSee all destinations Age Range 3 to 88 year olds Operator Holiday In Egypt From $2,158
55% Off- NZ$971You save $1,187
15 Days Ancient Egypt & Lake Nasser Cruise
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We loved all the monuments we were able to see. The Nile Cruise was a special highlight.”
Patricia, traveled in December
Float along North Africa's waterways aboard premium vessels like Movenpick Prince Abbas, visiting riverside temples from Luxor to Abu Simbel. Expert guides (4.9/5) lead shore excursions to UNESCO sites, with traditional felucca sailing around Kitchener Island.
Duration 15 days Destinations Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Philae, Agilkia Island, Kitchener Island, Abu Simbel, CairoSee all destinations Age Range 6 to 80 year olds Operator Vacations to go travel From $9,970
50% Off- NZ$4,985You save $4,985
Luxury Nile cruise Luxor & Aswan for 7 nights includes tours
43 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I had a lots of travel in the world, never any one served us as a tour guide and friend better than Ashraf.”
Luxurious 23m² staterooms with Egyptian cotton linens await on the legendary Nile. UNESCO sites including Karnak Temples and Valley of the Kings unfold before you. Optional Abu Simbel excursion available with expert guided tours throughout.
Duration 8 days Destinations Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Truly Egypt Tours From $2,625
50% Off- NZ$1,313You save $1,313
7 Days Of Wonder In Egypt (Domestic Flight Included)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This is the truly recommendable tour for all, especially who really want to have a qick learning around GIZA, and escape from usual life to be relaxed in SIWA.”
MANAMI, traveled in April
The legendary river beckons aboard luxury ship. 4-night cruise from Luxor to Aswan visits temples of Karnak, Edfu, and Philae. Expert guides explain historical significance while sailing past traditional feluccas and ancient riverbank ruins.
Duration 7 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Operator Itaca Holiday From
50% Off- NZ$1,537
5 Days 4 Nights Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Nice boat, spacy room, very good service, excellent food.”
Jose, traveled in January
Glide along North Africa's Nile from Temple of Karnak to Aswan's High Dam on a 5-star ship. Visit Valley of the Kings, Temple of Horus, and Philae Temple while enjoying luxury amenities. Expert Egyptologists guide you through 4 historic cities over 5 days.
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Operator Ancient Egypt Tours From $1,329
3% Off- NZ$1,289You save $40
River Nile Cruise For 4 Nights From Luxor to Aswan (Opt. Balloon & Abu Simbel)
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The cruise itself was very good and luxurious! Highly recommend the tour!”
ANISH, traveled in January
The Nile unfolds aboard a 5-star cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Visit UNESCO sites including Valley of Kings and Karnak Temple. Optional sunrise balloon rides and Abu Simbel excursions enhance this adventure, consistently rated 4.4/5 by travelers.
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operator Egypt Best Holidays From
3% Off- NZ$997
8 Days pyramids and Dahabiya Nile Cruise
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The journey along the Nile was breathtaking, with stunning views of ancient temples and lush landscapes.”
Janalee, traveled in February
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range 20 to 73 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Truly Egypt Tours From
3% Off- NZ$7,351
Ancient wonders await aboard the S.S. Sphinx, cruising from Luxor to Aswan. Visit the temples of Karnak, Luxor, and Kom Ombo, plus enjoy traditional felucca sailing and sunset tea at the historic Old Cataract Hotel.
Duration 12 days Destinations Cairo, Luxor, Dendera, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Edfu Age Range 16 to 100 year olds Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $11,299
20% Off- NZ$9,039You save $2,260
From Luxor 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise WITH GUIDED TOURS + FREE GIFT TOUR "ABU SIMBEL TEMPLE"
46 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Nile Cruise river from luxor to aswan with tours, so fantastic experience.”
kevin, traveled in October
The Nile unfolds its treasures from Luxor to Aswan on this 5-star voyage. Karnak Temple, Valley of Kings, and Abu Simbel come alive with expert Egyptologists. Traditional dining and cultural entertainment aboard, rated 4.8/5.
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Aswan Age Range 18 to 80 year olds Operator Egyptology Travel From
20% Off- NZ$914
From Luxor 8 Days 7 Nights Nile Cruise WITH GUIDED TOURS & 2 FREE TOURS "HOT AIR BALLOON & ABU SIMBEL TEMPLES"
25 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It includes everything we dreamed about, hot air balloon, abu Simbel tour, and Karnak temple.”
NaomiT, traveled in August
Luxury awaits on this Nile cruise between Luxor and Aswan. Philae Island Temple, Abu Simbel temples, and Kom Ombo Temple at sunset create unforgettable moments. Traditional Nubian villages and culture complement the 5-star sailing experience.
Duration 8 days Destinations Luxor, Edfu, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo Age Range 18 to 80 year olds Operator Egyptology Travel From
20% Off- NZ$1,529
What people love about River Cruise Tours in North Africa
- 5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5* From Cairo by Flight
The cruise was great, clean and food was very delicious. One of the cruise staff was also so friendly and made us laugh each evening.
- Nile Adventure Odyssey - Return Flights Included
Great Tour. Nice Ship. Friendly Travalers and Staff. Our Guide Methad was very friendly, helpfull, informative and relaxed.
- 15 Days Ancient Egypt & Lake Nasser Cruise
On our Egypt Tour and Nile Cruise we had an extremely wonderful time. The representatives, guides, and drivers your company provided were extremely professional and courteous at all times. The information you provided about Egypt upon arrival was extremely helpful, especially the extra activities and tipping information. When touring in a foreign country one of the most difficult things to know is how much to tip each individual you deal with. The information about walking around the streets was extremely helpful also. We tried to learn a few Arabic words but our foreign language skills are minimal at best. The two guides you provided had a real love for Egypt and it's history. This was evident anytime they spoke with us about the sites we visited. We learned alot about Egypt present and past from these two gentlemen. The guides also provided a lot of good information about places to buy some good quality gifts. They were very flexible, able to change the schedule on the fly to make sure we saw and did everything we were scheduled to do and at the same time help us with any extra activities we wanted to do. The sites were beautiful, the camel ride was fun, and the Nile cruise was very relaxing. We really enjoyed our time in Egypt, met many interesting people and would very much like to visit again as there are still a lot of things to see and learn. Thanks again for a wonderful time, you all were the best. Thank You, Bobby and Debra Carroll
What our customers ask about North Africa River Cruises
What are the best times of year to take a Nile River cruise in North Africa?
The ideal time for Nile River cruises falls between October and April when the weather is mild and pleasant for exploring ancient sites. Data from TourRadar shows December November and March are the busiest months particularly on the Luxor to Aswan route. A traveler shared "we traveled in early November and though it was peak season the weather was perfect for exploring temples." While summer months from June to August bring intense heat they offer fewer tourists and lower prices.
What kind of accommodations can I expect on a North Africa river cruise ship?
Nile cruise ships typically provide 5-star lodging with well-appointed private cabins. The AmaDahlia features 36 staterooms with 16 luxury suites along with a heated sun-deck pool hair salon and massage facilities. Other vessels like the Le Fayan II offer river-view rooms and attentive service. A TourRadar guest reported: "The boat was comfortable and the cabin was clean with a good window view overlooking the Nile. The staff were professional and the meals were satisfactory."
What are the typical shore excursions included on a North Africa river cruise?
The standard itinerary covers major archaeological sites including the Valley of the Kings Karnak Temple Luxor Temple and Philae Temple. Each stop includes tours led by Egyptologist guides. Additional activities like visits to Abu Simbel hot air balloon rides over Luxor and trips to Nubian villages are available. As one traveler noted: "The guide took us to explore the Valley of the Kings Temple of Hatshepsut Karnak Temple and more - all with detailed historical explanations that brought the sites to life."
What is the best cruise route on the Nile River?
The Luxor to Aswan route spans 200km and remains the most sought-after journey on the Nile. This stretch encompasses key sites such as Karnak Temple Valley of the Kings Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple. A TourRadar guest confirmed: "The Luxor to Aswan route was perfect - we got to see all the major temples and monuments while enjoying beautiful Nile scenery. The pace was relaxed but we didn't miss anything important."
How much do North Africa river cruises typically cost?
Nile cruise prices range from 520 USD to over 7000 USD per person based on season and comfort level. Basic 4-day trips start around 800-1200 USD while luxury vessels like the AmaDahlia begin at 7394 USD. One traveler shared: "Though not cheap the value was excellent considering the included meals guided tours and comfortable accommodation. Budget extra for entrance fees (around 100 USD) and optional excursions."
What are the main destinations and sights covered on North Africa river cruises?
Nile River cruises concentrate on the Luxor-Aswan corridor visiting essential archaeological sites. The route includes Karnak and Luxor temples Valley of the Kings Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor Temple of Horus in Edfu Temple of Kom Ombo and Philae Temple in Aswan. A TourRadar guest observed: "The rotation of images and feeling of cruising the world's greatest river while visiting these incredible temples is unique." Abu Simbel excursions are often available as add-ons.