8 Days
Private Tour
Every Friday
English
Nile Cruise Vacation's luxury Egypt tour aboard the Nuun and Nuut Dahabiya is widely regarded as one of the most exclusive and immersive private Egypt experiences available to international travelers. Where conventional luxury tours follow predictable paths, this 8-day itinerary is built around discovery, authenticity, and genuine opulence — from the boutique elegance of Le Riad in Cairo to the intimate cabins and sun deck of the Nuun and Nuut sailing vessels, which carry just a handful of guests along stretches of the Nile that larger cruise ships cannot reach. Cairo's three days deliver private Egyptologist-guided access to the Giza Pyramids complex, the Grand Egyptian Museum, the royal mummy galleries of the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, Old Cairo's Coptic heritage, the Salah El-Din Citadel, and the Mohammed Ali Mosque, accompanied by a complimentary professional photo session at the Pyramids. The Dahabiya chapter — four nights full board from Luxor to Aswan — visits El Kab, Edfu (by horse-drawn carriage), Gebel El-Silsila, Kom Ombo, and Al Bashir Island, all rarely accessible to standard cruise passengers. Every detail reflects the premium standard Nile Cruise Vacation maintains: private air-conditioned vehicles with in-vehicle WiFi, complimentary soft drinks on board, free WiFi throughout the journey, transparent flexible cancellation terms, and a charitable donation to the Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation with every booking.
Welcome to the land of Pharaohs! Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, you’ll be greeted by your personal tour manager who will assist you with the entry visa process and transfer you comfortably to your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. After check-in, your itinerary will be reviewed to confirm all pick-up times for tours and activities, ensuring a seamless start to your journey. Overnight stay in Cairo.
After a wholesome breakfast, begin your adventure with a guided visit to the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Explore the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple before enjoying lunch at a traditional Egyptian restaurant. In the afternoon, discover the treasures of the Grand Egyptian Museum, located near the Giza pyramids, before returning to your hotel for the night. Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch.
Start your day with a hearty breakfast before heading to the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, home to the royal mummies and thousands of historical artifacts. Continue to Old Cairo, where you’ll visit some of the oldest churches in Egypt. After lunch at a local restaurant, explore the impressive Salah El-Din Citadel and the grand Mohammed Ali Mosque with sweeping views of Cairo’s skyline.
Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
This morning, fly from Cairo to Luxor to continue your Egypt journey. Upon arrival, explore the awe-inspiring Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings, where ancient Pharaohs rest in elaborately decorated tombs. Later, board your luxurious Nuun and Nuut Dahabiyas, offering an intimate Nile River Cruises experience. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on board as you set sail towards Esna, followed by a serene dinner overlooking the Nile.
Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Sail through Esna Lock in the early morning as you enjoy breakfast surrounded by stunning river scenery. Visit the ancient village of El Kab to explore its fascinating temple and rock-cut tombs before sailing on to Edfu. Upon arrival, marvel at the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples of Egypt, reached by horse-drawn carriage. The day ends sailing to Sheikh Rehan Island, where you’ll enjoy dinner in a peaceful riverside setting.
Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
After breakfast, continue sailing to the historic site of Gebel Silsela, where you’ll visit the rock-cut Temple of Hormoheb and climb to the mountaintop for breathtaking views. Sail onwards to Fawaza Island for lunch, and later unwind on the sun deck with afternoon tea. In the evening, savor a traditional BBQ dinner on Al Bashir Island, surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Nile.
Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Enjoy breakfast on board as your dahabiya glides into Kom Ombo. Visit the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the Crocodile God, and Horus the Elder, the only twin temple in Egypt. After the visit, continue sailing south towards the vibrant city of Aswan while enjoying lunch and a final dinner on board.
Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Your remarkable journey along the Nile concludes today. After a final delicious breakfast, disembark your dahabiya and transfer to Aswan Airport for your flight back through Cairo, taking with you unforgettable memories of Egypt’s treasures and the elegance of your Nile River Cruises experience.
Meals: Breakfast.
Price per person in Single Room
$4535Per Person in Double Room
$3080Per Person in Single Room
$5140Per Person in Double Room
$3410
We are offering a low down payment of just 50% to secure your spaces on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, therefore, making your booking a risk-free investment.
Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip and are valid until April 30, 2026. Please inquire for pricing over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays.
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room )
If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied:
Tipping for a job well done is customary in Egypt, though not required. Please feel welcome but not obliged to offer a tip to your guide.
Here, at Nile Cruise Vacation, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else, and for that reason, we have adapted our cancellation policy to reflect our values. We offer a very flexible cancellation policy in case the government or the airline issues a NOT TO TRAVEL warning to the designated destination. In the event of this happening, we will refund you the amount paid for the tour package, or in some cases, your payment will be available as future travel credit and a travel voucher that can be used towards any of the destinations we operate tours in. You have the flexibility to apply this amount towards new travel services booked. Reservations will be adjusted to reflect these travel credits automatically. Only flight cancellation/changing fees are charged, according to the airline's terms and conditions, and bank surcharge fees are applied to the deposit amount paid. Familiarize yourself with our full payment policy and cancellation and refund conditions.
We make a donation to the Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation for each booking reserved.
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