Nile River Cruises

Nile Cruises in Egypt — The Complete 2026 Guide

The best way to understand Ancient Egypt is to travel the way it was always meant to be travelled: by water. A Nile cruise turns the long distances between the great monuments into the most relaxing part of your holiday — you unpack once, and the temples of Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan come to you along the banks of the Nile River.

Nile Cruise Trips is a licensed Egyptian operator that has been arranging cruises on the river since 2009. Because we work with the ships directly, we can be honest about which boat suits your budget, put a qualified Egyptologist beside you at every site, and stay reachable on WhatsApp throughout your trip.

What does a Nile cruise include?

A standard sailing covers full-board accommodation in a five-star cabin, all guided sightseeing with an Egyptologist, and meet-and-assist at the airport. Between temples you have the pool deck, the sun and the slow green scenery of rural Egypt. A typical 3- or 4-night itinerary takes in Karnak and Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the double temple of Kom Ombo, and the High Dam and Philae at Aswan.

Luxor to Aswan, or Aswan to Luxor?

Both directions visit the same sites. Luxor → Aswan is usually 4 nights and eases you in gently; Aswan → Luxor is usually 3 nights and finishes with Luxor’s biggest temples. If you have more time, add Lake Nasser and Abu Simbel, or a slow dahabiya for a quieter river.

How do I choose a ship?

Every cruise we sell is five-star; the difference is cabin size, dining and service. Compare the tiers — Standard, Deluxe, Luxury and Ultra-luxury — or let us match you to the right boat for your dates and group.

When should I go, and what does it cost?

October to April is peak season: warm, dry and comfortable, but book early for Christmas, New Year and Easter. Summer is hotter and cheaper. Prices depend on the ship, the season and how far ahead you book — see live Nile cruise offers, or combine the river with Cairo and the pyramids in one of our Egypt tour packages.

Whatever you choose, tell us your dates and group size and we’ll come back within 24 hours with availability and a clear, all-in quote — no pressure, and no marked-up middleman prices.