Nile Cruises in September 2026
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10 Nile river cruises in September 2026
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- 5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5 stars from Luxor to Aswan
- Nile Odyssey: Luxor - Aswan -Abu Simbel - Hot Air balloon A5 days with tour guided
- Egyptian Treasures: 7 Day Journey from Pyramids to Siwa Oasis
- Marvels of Egypt:14-Day 13-Night to Cairo, Alexandria, Nile Cruise, and Red Sea with Sleeper Train and Flight
- Egypt 8-Nights Cairo, Nile Cruise, Abu Simbel&Balloon From Cairo
- 3 Nights Cruise Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Nubian Village and Air Balloon
- River Nile Dream - 4 Days from Luxor to Aswan (5 Stars Nile Cruise & Sightseeing)
- Luxor: 5 Days Nile Cruise with Abu Simbel
- Golden Egypt tour: 14 Day luxury (Cairo & Alexandria & White desert & Nile cruise & Hurghada)
- Luxor: 5-Day Nile Cruise to Aswan with Balloon Ride
5 Days – 4 Nights Nile Cruise 5 stars from Luxor to Aswan
12 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing sites, well organized transports and time tables. No worries about security at all.”
Petra, traveled in April
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Valley of the Queens, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel, Aswan Age Range All Ages Welcome River Nile Operator Holiday In Egypt September departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 7 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From $1,919
50% Off- NZ$960You save $960
Nile Odyssey: Luxor - Aswan -Abu Simbel - Hot Air balloon A5 days with tour guided
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Naser has vast knowledge on Egypt.”
Asaph, traveled in September
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Abu Simbel, Aswan Age Range Ages 12+ River Nile Operator Egypt Direct Tours September departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 7 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,358
50% Off- NZ$1,179You save $1,179
Egyptian Treasures: 7 Day Journey from Pyramids to Siwa Oasis
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The visits are really great with some flexibility and we were able to discover and see more about the ancient Egyptian culture.”
Antoine, traveled in September
Duration 7 days Destinations Cairo, Siwa Oasis Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish River Nile Operator Itaca Holiday September departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,620
30% Off- NZ$1,834You save $786
Marvels of Egypt:14-Day 13-Night to Cairo, Alexandria, Nile Cruise, and Red Sea with Sleeper Train and Flight
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This trip was spectacular! Would 100% recommend!!”
James, traveled in January
Duration 14 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Alexandria, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, EsnaSee all destinations Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish River Nile Operator Egypt Gift Tours September departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From
30% Off- NZ$3,231
Egypt 8-Nights Cairo, Nile Cruise, Abu Simbel&Balloon From Cairo
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing tour. Life time experience.”
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Saqqarah, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Philae Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Spanish River Nile Operator Egypt Gift Tours September departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 3 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From
30% Off- NZ$1,921
3 Nights Cruise Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Nubian Village and Air Balloon
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This cruise was a step above all the other cruise ships we saw on the Nile- clean, beautiful, more good food than you could possibly need.”
Tiffany, traveled in September
Duration 4 days Destinations Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna, Luxor, Valley of the Kings Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Spanish River Nile Operator Egypt Gift Tours September departure dates
See All Departure Dates2 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 3 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From $1,397
6% Off- NZ$1,310You save $87
River Nile Dream - 4 Days from Luxor to Aswan (5 Stars Nile Cruise & Sightseeing)
43 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Great experience. Our tour guide provided outstanding services.”
Jessie, traveled in September
Duration 4 days Destinations Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range All Ages Welcome River Nile Operator Egypt Best Holidays September departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 7 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From
6% Off- NZ$961
Luxor: 5 Days Nile Cruise with Abu Simbel
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was amazingly organised, informative and fun. The Nile Cruise was amazing.”
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Russian River Nile Operator Egypt Tour Pro September departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 Sep, 2026 8 spaces left 5 Sep, 2026 8 spaces left From
6% Off- NZ$1,589
Golden Egypt tour: 14 Day luxury (Cairo & Alexandria & White desert & Nile cruise & Hurghada)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The people are incredible and the food was so tasty. I hope I will return one day.”
Awatif, traveled in May
Duration 14 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, White Desert, Alexandria, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian River Nile Operator Golden Egypt September departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 Sep, 2026 10+ spaces left From $4,541
50% Off- NZ$2,270You save $2,270
Luxor: 5-Day Nile Cruise to Aswan with Balloon Ride
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was an amazing experience, the guides are awesome specially Ahmed, he is the sweetest and kindest guide we ever had.”
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Russian River Nile Operator Egypt Tour Pro September departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 Sep, 2026 8 spaces left 5 Sep, 2026 8 spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$1,415
What people love about Nile River Cruises in September
i really love this trip with our guide Mohamed. the group is small about 8 person in total. i really enjoy visiting all the places and no rush. relax and easy trip. the only downside of this trip is you need to bought your own bottle water for the buffet and it is not included. but our guide Mohamed help us to buy everytime we go out. credit to him who really put effort to give his best service to us.
Nile Odyssey: Luxor - Aswan -Abu Simbel - Hot Air balloon A5 days with tour guided
The Tour was great. Sometimes a little hectic, especially our day in Luxor, but so very informative. The cruise was well Staffed, the rooms were comfortable. Overall a great experience.
3 Nights Cruise Aswan to Luxor including Abu Simbel, Nubian Village and Air Balloon
- River Nile Cruise For 4 Nights From Luxor to Aswan (Opt. Balloon & Abu Simbel)
We had Khaled as the tour guide from Aswan to Luxor on the Nile Cruise. Khaled was helpful when requiring assistance during the trip. The trip overall was very good and i really enjoyed seeing all of the sights. My favourites are Abu Simbal and Luxor Temple. We also went on a lovely horse carriage ride around the city of Luxor. Luxor was bustling during the night with markets for lots of food and we had a lovely sugar cane drink.
What our customers ask about Nile Cruises in September 2026
What is the best sightseeing spots along the Nile River in September?
September brings cooler temperatures and fewer tourists to the Nile's key attractions. The Temple of Philae in Aswan provides clear views across the water while the Kom Ombo Temple and Valley of the Kings in Luxor offer more comfortable exploring conditions. The Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple take on a golden glow during sunset. Visitors can book rooms at the Steigenberger Nile Palace in Luxor or the Movenpick Resort in Aswan. A TourRadar traveler shares: "Mohamed our guide from Luxor was very helpful making both sightseeing visits in Aswan & Luxor so enjoyable."
Are there any special events or festivals along the Nile River in September?
The Nile comes alive with local celebrations in September including the Abu Simbel Sun Festival when the dates align. Cruise ships like MS Concerto I put on Egyptian theme nights and traditional Galabeya parties. The Steigenberger Nile Palace hosts weekly cultural performances that showcase local traditions. One TourRadar traveler notes: "The Nubian night and Galabeya party on board were fantastic cultural experiences unique to this time of year."
What kind of accommodations are available on Nile cruises in September?
The Nile's cruise ships range from well-appointed 5-star vessels like MS Concerto I to upscale options such as the Movenpick Prince Abbas. Standard amenities include private bathrooms air conditioning and river views. Premium ships like the Steigenberger Omar El Khayam feature balcony suites. A TourRadar guest reports: "Our cabin on the Movenpick was spacious and well-appointed with amazing river views."
How much does a Nile River cruise typically cost in September?
Prices for September cruises start at 550 USD and can reach 6000 USD based on duration and comfort level. Standard 4-5 night journeys between Luxor and Aswan cost 1000-1500 USD per person including meals and guides. Entry fees add about 100 USD. Premium ships like the Movenpick Prince Abbas charge around 5000 USD. TourRadar data shows September rates trend lower than peak season.
What optional excursions are recommended in September?
September's mild weather suits early morning hot air balloon flights over Luxor ($100 USD) Abu Simbel temple visits ($120 USD) and evening trips to Nubian villages. TourRadar reviews highlight the Aswan High Dam tour and Karnak Temple's sound & light shows as particularly worthwhile in September's comfortable evening temperatures.
What are the most popular Nile River cruise routes in September?
The classic route connects Luxor to Aswan with stops at Kom Ombo and Edfu temples. Premium vessels like MS Mayfair and Sonesta St. George run 3-4 night trips with Abu Simbel add-ons. A TourRadar traveler explains: "The first 4-5 days will be busy with tours on the itinerary and you'll see all the temples. The last few days going back to Luxor were perfect for relaxation."