Nile River Cruises
Picture this: a journey from Aswan to Luxor, with the Nile as your guide, passing by temples etched in the desert, glimpses of everyday life, and a canopy of stars. The Valley of the Kings unveils ancient artistry, while Karnak's colossal columns loom above. And then there’s Edfu and Kom Ombo. The iconic Pyramids of Giza are also waiting to be explored.
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千晶 • traveled in June, 2026
This was an unforgettable trip and a great introduction to Egypt. The itinerary covered most of the major highlights. The Nile cruise was comfortable and offered beautiful views along the river. The temples and historical sites we visited were all magnificent and truly impressive. Our guide explained each site in detail and made the history easy to understand, which helped me gain a much deeper appreciation of ancient Egypt. Overall, this tour provided an amazing balance of history, culture, and sightseeing, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Egypt for the first time.
4 Days 3 nights 5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor - A
Athena • traveled in June, 2026
All of the guides on this trip were exceptional! The accommodations were as expected. There was overall confusion about the "tip jar" being told it's for all tips when putting into it and then being told later what it doesn't include. The trip was fast and furious, not a lot of downtime if you sign up for the extras. Overall consensus about the extra/unexpected stops was that they were not necessary and people would rather have spent that time either shopping where they wanted or back on the boat having down time. One suggestion is to do the GEM tour on a separate day without anything else scheduled. we would have liked to have spent more time there. We all had a wonderful time and learned a great deal about ancient Egypt.
Cairo and Nile Cruise Tours - GEM and Return Flight Included - C
Clarita • traveled in June, 2026
Sorry for the belated! I have a great experience in our tour to Egypt ??! The group was fantastic the foods service and guided tours were amazing! I recommend everyone to travel with Toura radar ?????thank you
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8-Day Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum, Nile Cruise, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Luxor & Hurghada
210 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was a trip of a lifetime. We learned so much and fit a lot into a fairly short time.”
Ellen, traveled in April
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Agilkia Island, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hurghada Age Range All Ages Welcome River Nile Operator Holiday In Egypt From $1,499
50% Off- US$750You save $750
Cairo & Nile Cruise Tours - Included Internal Flights
194 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The Giza pyramids and GEM museum are wonderful. The Nile cruise boat was 5 star.”
June, traveled in January
Duration 7 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Age Range All Ages Welcome River Nile Operator Getaways Egypt From
50% Off- US$1,300
9 Days Nile Jewel Tour (4/5 stars Hotels) with GEM Museum Visit
282 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Egypt is an enchanting destination, made even more memorable thanks to the excellent VacationsToGo travel team.”
Dave, traveled in November
Duration 9 days Destinations Cairo, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Hurghada Age Range Ages 10+ River Nile Operator Vacations to go travel From $2,500
40% Off- US$1,500You save $1,000
5-Day Luxor Nile Cruise with Abu Simbel | Top Egypt Cruise Experience
30 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Every moment was magical, from the stunning temples and tombs to the breathtaking sunsets over the river.”
Hassan, traveled in July
Sail the legendary Nile in a 5-star deluxe cabin, exploring Luxor's East and West Banks. Visit the sacred Karnak Temple complex, cruise through Esna's historic locks, and marvel at Edfu Temple by horse carriage. Journey ends at majestic Abu Simbel after a 350km desert drive from Aswan.
Duration 5 days Destinations Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan, Abu Simbel, Philae Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Russian River Nile Operator Egypt Tour Pro From
40% Off- US$910
8 Days Nile Jewel (4/5 stars Hotels) with GEM Museum Visit
65 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Vacations to Go provided a seamless trip. We were extremely well looked after and we couldn't have been happier.”
Dianne, traveled in February
Duration 8 days Destinations Cairo, Giza, Aswan, Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Deir el-BahriSee all destinations Age Range Ages 6+ River Nile Operator Vacations to go travel From $2,600
40% Off- US$1,560You save $1,040
River Nile Story - 4 Days 5 stars Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor with meals and Sightseeing
209 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I'm a solo traveler, and he made sure I was always safe and answered any questions I had.”
Judith, traveled in January
A 5-star cruise ship carries you along the Nile from Aswan to Luxor for approx. $130 per day. Highlights include Philae Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and Valley of Kings with expert guides. Package includes en-suite cabin accommodation, full-board dining, and all transfers in modern air-conditioned vehicles.
Duration 4 days Destinations Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor Age Range All Ages Welcome River Nile Operator Egypt Best Holidays From
40% Off- US$550
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Best time to visit
- Summer 2026
Summer cruising from June through August needs smart planning, but early morning starts make site visits doable. The carefully planned schedule hits Karnak Temple at sunrise, Valley of the Kings in the early morning, and includes peaceful sailing when the day heats up. Travelers use the sundeck pools well, and the evening Galabiya parties turn quite lively.
- June 2026 743 tours
- July 2026 763 tours
- August 2026 popular 772 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2026
October and November are peak seasons, with perfect conditions for extended voyages. The classic route between Aswan and Luxor shines then, offering comfortable temperatures for exploring Abu Simbel, Philae Temple, and also the Valley of the Kings. The pleasant weather makes it an excellent time for longer programs that combine the Nile cruising with visits to Cairo's pyramids and museums.
- September 2026 popular 803 tours
- October 2026 786 tours
- 767 tours
- Winter 2026 / 2027
The winter months from November through February offer really pleasant sailing conditions. Our Aswan to Luxor routes work perfectly with mild temperatures that make morning temple visits quite comfortable. You can relax on the sundeck during afternoon sailing, though the pool water runs a bit cool, as our winter travelers often mention. The guided tours to Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, and Edfu Temple come with expert Egyptologists bringing ancient history to life. The heated cabins feel particularly nice when evening temperatures drop, and many travelers love watching the Nile sunset right from their balconies.
- December 2026 popular 754 tours
- January 2027 683 tours
- February 2027 657 tours
- Spring 2027
Ready for spring along the Nile River? March through May brings the ideal weather for longer explorations of Luxor's temples, Cairo's pyramids, Nile cruising, and Abu Simbel's massive statues. Spring hits the sweet spot for Egypt touring temperature-wise. It's the season when you can explore ancient sites without summer's brutal heat beating down on you.
- March 2027 popular 638 tours
- April 2027 616 tours
- May 2027 557 tours
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