8-Day Nile River Cruise with Private Guide from Aswan

Cruise the Nile River for eight days from Aswan to Luxor and everywhere in between. With a private tour guide to introduce you to the ancient sites of Upper Egypt, all meals and entrance fees included, you can sit back and relax as the beautiful Nile River scenery floats by.

Scheduled privately guided tours on the cruise include the Valley of the Kings, Karnak and Luxor Temples, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo and the beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan. As the tours are private, you can plan your itinerary with your guide during the cruise.

The deluxe Nile cruiser M/Y Mirage has an onboard restaurant, lounges and reading areas, a discotheque, swimming pool with jacuzzi, large shaded sundeck with bar, massage service, boutique, gift shop and laundry service. Evening entertainment may include Nubian music and dancers, a Galabayeh night and belly dancing. The cruiser's 58 air-conditioned cabins have private facilities and satellite TV.

With all meals, accommodation and sightseeing included, your M/Y Mirage cruise on the Nile River makes your journey into ancient Egypt as relaxed and enjoyable as possible. And with your own private guide to lead the way at each of the stops, you'll gain valuable insights into Egypt's ancient history and civilization on this laid back but informative cruise.

Schedule details

Departure Point:

Pickup is available from Aswan Airport, railway station or hotels

Departure Time:

At your leisure, please advise preferred time for pick up at time of booking

Return Details:

Concludes after breakfast on Day 8 at the original point of departure

Pricing information

Click the link below for a price quote on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Eight-day Nile River cruise
• Sightseeing as per itinerary
• Entrance fees
• Qualified Egyptologist guide
• Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
• Hotel pickup and drop off

Exclusions:

• Drinks
• Gratuities (recommended)

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Transport is wheelchair accessible however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
• Infants are free of charge, provided they are sharing a cabin with 2 paying adults

Itinerary:

8-Day Nile River Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 (L, D):

• Embarkation before lunch
• Felucca ride around the islands of Aswan
• Overnight in Aswan with opportunity to disembark

Day 2 (B, L, D):

• Sail to Kom Ombo and visit of Kom Ombo Temple
• Sail to Luxor
• Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark

Day 3 (B, L, D):

• Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon)
• Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark or optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak (additional cost)

Day 4 (B, L, D):

• Possibility of optional Hot Air Ballooning over the West Bank (additional cost)
• Visit the East Bank (Karnak and Luxor Temple)
• Overnight in Luxor with opportunity to disembark

Day 5 (B, L, D):

• Early morning sail to Esna and Edfu
• Overnight in Edfu

Day 6 (B, L, D):

• Visit Horus Temple in Edfu
• Sail to Kom Ombo and Aswan
• Overnight in Aswan (late night arrival)

Day 7 (B, L, D):

• Visit the High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Philae Temple
• Overnight in Aswan with opportunity to disembark or optional Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple (additional cost)

Day 8 (B):

• Check-out after breakfast
• Possibility of optional tour to Abu Simbel (additional cost)

Schedule subject to change due to Nile River traffic, conditions and water levels

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.