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Egypt · Day Tour
Cairo Dinner Cruise on the Nile River
About Cairo Dinner Cruise on the Nile River
Drift into an enchanting evening aboard a Cairo Dinner Cruise on the Nile River, where the timeless rhythm of the Nile meets the sparkle of Cairo’s illuminated skyline. A private, air-conditioned vehicle collects you from your accommodation, and you’re escorted to the dock to embark on a luxurious riverboat. As Cairo’s iconic landmarks pass under the night sky, you will enjoy a sumptuous open buffet dinner featuring Egyptian and international dishes.
The mood comes alive with live entertainment — from belly dancing and Tanoura (spinning dervish) performances to traditional music. All the while, you’ll be dining in an elegant, relaxed setting, watching the lights of Cairo dance on the water. At the end of the cruise, you’ll be comfortably returned to your hotel, leaving you with magical memories of a serene, cultural evening on the Nile.
Day by day
01 Cairo Dinner Cruise on the Nile River
After a warm welcome, we’ll pick you up from your accommodation in a private, air‑conditioned vehicle with an expert Egyptologist or guide, and transfer you to the Nile promenade to board your elegant dinner cruise boat.
Embarkation & Welcome
Once you arrive at the dock, you step aboard your beautifully appointed cruise vessel. The air lifts with a soft breeze as you find your table, choosing between cozy indoor lounges or an open deck with panoramic views of Cairo's riverside architecture lit against the night sky.
Scenic Nile Voyage
As the boat glides smoothly across the Nile, you’ll gaze out at Cairo’s glowing skyline: bridges, riverside buildings, and distant minarets shimmer in the darkness. The gentle lapping of water against the hull accompanies the hum of evening life in the city.
Dinner Experience
You’ll be treated to a generous, open‑buffet dinner with a wide selection of Egyptian classics—think rice, grilled meats, fresh salads—as well as international favorites. Desserts and seasonal fruits finish the meal on a sweet note. The service is attentive, and the ambiance warm, as soft lighting and gentle conversation fill the room.
Live Entertainment
Midway through your dinner, the cruise comes alive with traditional performances: a graceful belly dancer sways across the stage, followed by a Tanoura dancer spinning in hypnotic motion to Sufi music. The show weaves together folklore, elegance, and Egyptian cultural heritage, making the night feel celebratory and timeless.
Relaxed Viewing
After the performance, you can step out to the upper deck to enjoy the cool night air and take in the river vistas. The calm river, the city lights reflected on the water, and the soft murmur of the boat create a serene — almost poetic — moment.
Return Transfer
When the cruise draws to a close, your guide will escort you back to your vehicle, and you’ll ride in comfort to your accommodation. The evening ends with a sense of calm and wonder, as the Nile’s magic lingers with you long after you disembark.
What's in the price, and what isn't
Included
- Pick up services from hotel & return
- All Transfers by a private A/C vehicle.
- Entrance fees to all sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- Live entertainment belly dancing and folklore show
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Bottled water during the visits.
- All service charges and taxes.
Not included
- Entry Visa.
- Any Optional tours.
- All personal Expenses.
- Tipping (Recommend).
Asked and answered
How much will it cost to tour Egypt?
The cost of touring Egypt depends on the type of experience you want. Budget travelers can spend as little as $50 to $100 per day, while luxury tours may range between $200 and $400 daily. At Egy Vacations, we offer customized packages, starting from affordable group tours to exclusive private adventures.
Is it safe to tour Egypt now?
Yes, Egypt is safe to visit! The government prioritizes the safety of tourists, and popular areas such as Cairo, Luxor, Aswan, and the Red Sea resorts are secure and welcoming. With Egy Vacations, we ensure a smooth and worry-free experience from the moment you arrive.
How many days do you need to tour Egypt?
For a comprehensive experience, 7 to 10 days is ideal. This allows you to explore Cairo, the Pyramids, Luxor, and Aswan, and even enjoy some relaxation by the Red Sea. Shorter itineraries of 3–5 days can also cover key highlights, perfect for travelers with limited time.
Which month is best to visit Egypt?
The best time to visit Egypt is during the cooler months, from October to April. This period offers pleasant weather, perfect for sightseeing at the Pyramids and the ancient temples of Upper Egypt.
Is Egypt safe for female tourists?
Absolutely. Female tourists will find Egypt to be safe, especially if they respect local customs and dress modestly in more conservative areas. Joining guided tours like those offered by Egy Vacations adds an extra layer of safety and convenience.
Is Egypt cheap or expensive?
Egypt is generally affordable, especially compared to many other popular tourist destinations. While luxury experiences and accommodations can be costly, local food, transportation, and sightseeing are budget-friendly. At Egy Vacations, we aim to deliver unforgettable experiences within your budget.
Why book with us
Licensed, local, andone WhatsApp away.
We are not a marketplace reselling someone else's tours. The consultant who plans your itinerary is the same person who answers when you message from Luxor at midnight.
Our own guides
Licensed Egyptologists lead every excursion, named in your confirmation, working for us rather than for a subcontractor.
Private by default
No group fillers and no shopping stops. Your party, your pace, and a day that can be rewritten the night before.
One itemised price
Entrance fees, transfers, taxes and internal flights sit inside the quote. Nothing is added at the temple gate.
Nothing to pay to enquire
A full day-by-day itinerary costs you nothing, and a 30% deposit is the first money that changes hands.
24/7 while you travel
One number, answered in Egypt, for the whole trip — not a call centre in another time zone.
Real travellers
5.0 on TripAdvisor,4.9 on Google.
Every quote is a real one, posted under the traveller's own name.
What a great team!
They helped me plan my day and arranged for an Egyptologist and driver to take me to all these places.
Had a great time
Thanks to well organised sightseeing and tour guide Ahmed who was professional and pleasant.
It was the best choice ever
We trusted EgyVacations for our trip to Egypt… They made our trip anxiety free, they solve every problem from our arrival to the airport till our departure.
How to book
Four steps, andno online checkout anywhere.
You talk to a travel consultant, they build your trip, and you only confirm when the itinerary is right.
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Tell us your dates
Your travel month, group size and what you'd like to see. Two minutes on the form, or a message on WhatsApp.
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Get an itinerary and quote
A consultant writes your day-by-day plan with hotels, guides and transfers, priced in your currency. Free, and yours to keep.
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Confirm when it's right
Adjust it as many times as you like. Nothing is booked and nothing is charged until you say the itinerary is right.
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Travel with support
You're met at the airport, and your consultant stays reachable 24/7 for the whole trip — the same person, not a call centre.
Good to know
Travel tips from the peoplewho run the trips.
Pick a question on the left. We answer it the way we would answer it on the phone — with the numbers, and with what we would actually do.
When to go
The comfortable half of the year runs October to April: 20–28 °C in Luxor and Aswan, which is what open-deck sailing and three hours inside a temple actually require.
Daytime20–28 °C
CrowdsPeak Nov–Feb
PricesHighest Dec–Jan
- March and April keep the weather and lose the crowds — the best value window.
- June to August is much cheaper, but afternoons pass 42 °C and excursions run at dawn.
- Christmas and New Year need a 50% deposit, because the cruisers ask us for one too.
Our tip
Book three to four months out for November to February. For a dahabiya, make it four — they carry twelve people and the good cabins go first.
Visas and entry
Most nationalities — US, UK, EU, Australian and Canadian included — get a 30-day tourist visa on arrival, or online as an e-Visa before they fly.
VisaOn arrival
CostUS$25
Valid30 days
- Your passport needs six months’ validity from the day you land.
- The e-Visa is worth doing if you land late — it saves the queue at the bank window.
- We meet you before passport control and handle the paperwork with you.
Our tip
Carry the $25 in cash. The visa window at Cairo takes dollars and gives change in Egyptian pounds, and the card machine is not always working.
Money and tipping
Hotels, cruisers and restaurants take Visa and Mastercard. Markets, tips and small cafés are cash. We quote in US dollars and can invoice in EUR, GBP or AUD.
CardsHotels & cruisers
CashMarkets & tips
QuotesUS dollars
- Tipping is customary, never obligatory, and never inside your price.
- As a guide: $8–10 a day for your guide, $5 for your driver.
- Small notes are worth more than large ones — change is scarce everywhere.
Our tip
Change a little at the airport and the rest at your hotel. Street exchange offices quote well and pay badly.
What to pack
Light cotton for the days, one layer for the evenings, and shoes you can walk a temple in. Everything else you can buy here for less than you paid at home.
DaysLight cotton
EveningsOne warm layer
SitesClosed shoes
- Shoulders and knees covered for mosques — a scarf does the job for both.
- A hat and high-factor sun cream matter more than anything else on this list.
- Deck evenings on the Nile get genuinely cool from December to February.
Our tip
Leave room in the case. Cotton, spices and a hand-made galabeya cost a fraction of the airport price in Khan El Khalili, and your guide will tell you the real one.
Getting around
Cairo to Luxor is an hour by air and ten by road, so almost every itinerary flies it. Between Luxor and Aswan the river is the road, and your room moves with you.
Cairo → Luxor1 hour, by air
Luxor → Aswan3–4 nights
TransfersAll included
- Every transfer, domestic flight and entrance fee sits inside your quote.
- A private car and driver waits for you — no taxis, no haggling, no surprises.
- The sleeper train exists and we will book it, but it is slower and not cheaper.
Our tip
Sail Luxor to Aswan rather than the reverse if you can choose. You go upstream against the current, which means slower, longer afternoons on deck.