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How to Enjoy A Perfect Nile Cruise

Cruising the Nile Valley is a miracle resembling time travel where every traveler will sail across the immortal magical stream that gives life to the oldest civilization in human existence. The entire experience of a Nile cruise is simply the essence of Egyptian travel, every Nile cruise is like a floating hotel providing the ultimate chance to explore all the epic wonders of ancient Egypt between the golden cities of Luxor and Aswan such as the legendry Valley of the Kings, the heavenly Karnak temple, the beautiful Hatshepsut Temple, the majestic Edfu Temple, the enchanting Philae Temple, and various more. A chance to get a glimpse of one of the gates of Paradise has never been closer. Here are things to consider for enjoying a perfect Nile cruise:

1. How Long Nile Cruise Do You Want?

The duration of the Nile cruise heavily depends on your preference and budget. The ideal time for a Nile cruise is 5 days Nile cruise between Luxor & Aswan as its ideal for budget travelers and gives enough time to explore all the major highlights and attractions without being too restricting while enjoying the finest entertainment experience. But there is also the option to go on 7 days between Luxor & Aswan or even longer up to 14 days between Cairo & Aswan.

2. Where Do You Want to Start Your Nile Cruise?

The start point of any Nile cruise can be from anywhere in Egypt. It is also an important factor as the usual route for most Nile cruises is from Luxor especially for all the residents and visitors of the red sea in Hurghada, Marsa Alam, El Gouna, and more. it can also be from Aswan to Luxor which is equally fun. If it happens you are in Cairo a domestic flight to Luxor is suitable to start your Nile cruise from there.

3. What Style of Nile Cruise Are You Looking For?

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The quality and style of the Nile cruise are highly crucial to your trip as there are many different categories of Nile cruises. There are three categories & styles standard Nile cruises for budget travelers which contains amazing accommodations with efficient 5 stars service and ton of activities such as the Rosetta Nile cruise, the Movenpick Royal Lily, the Movenpick Royal lotus Splendor Nile cruise, Queen Nefer Nile cruise and a lot more. Then comes the deluxe Nile cruises which provide all the bells and whistles designed to make every moment feel truly majestic, it has a 5 stars service, spacious rooms with private dining, a number of activity chambers such as game room, gift shops, spas, daily parties, Discotheque, oriental shows, and many more awesome forms of entertainment. The third and final style is high luxury Nile cruises which contain all the elements of the above and is designed to provide the treatment of true royalty.

4. What Is Your Budget For A Nile Cruise?

The exact amount of your budget will determine plenty of details concerning your Nile cruise as the more affordable the cruise the more basic the accommodations and entertainment features. The exact value of your budget will give you access to a variety of Nile cruises categories which are the standard, the luxury, and the high luxury.

5. Check High-End Ships

The finest and most majestic Nile cruise experience can be found onboard a High-End Nile cruise where everything will literary feel like a dream where every single wish is satisfied. Everything in the high luxury is all about providing the ultimate vision of luxuries such as the Sanctuary sun boat Nile cruise, Sonesta Nile cruise, Oberoi Zahra Nile cruise, and more.

6. Check Good Quality But More Affordable Ships

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You should first choose which category of a Nile you want and know the exact price of the Nile cruise and know what exactly you are paying your money for. An affordable Nile Cruise is the most common choice between all travelers. Before booking any Nile cruise you should check the quality of the Nile cruise through the reviews online before booking the cruise itself.

7. Check the Availability of Cruises

The most important factor of your Nile cruise is to check the availability of the cruise before making any moves. You should contact your travel agency or the Nile cruise management office to confirm the availability which matches your needs, requirements, timing, and your budget.

Book Your Nile Cruise Vacation with Us

The greatest vision of tranquility, comfort, and the sight of the great legendry monuments ever built in history is all onboard a Nile cruise, the ultimate ship of dreams and fantasies where all the precious moments and memories of the ages are born. You turn to book your vacation onboard a ship of allure, magic, and beauty is one click away. Here are the best Nile river cruises:

  • Sanctuary Sun Boat III Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    Sanctuary Sun Boat III Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Monday & Friday
    Experience Sanctuary Sun Boat III Nile cruise. Read more about the itineraries & prices of Sanc...
    Starting From$800
  • Resturant of Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Monday & Friday
    Sonesta St. George Nile cruise is a 5* deluxe luxury boat sailing between Luxor & Aswan. Read m...
    Starting From$950
  • Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Saturday & Tuesday
    Oberoi Philae Nile cruise is the best luxury cruise in Egypt. Read more about the itineraries &...
    Starting From$1,710
  • MS Esplanade Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    MS Esplanade Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Monday & Friday
    MS Esplanade Nile cruise is a 5* fabulous boat. Read more about the itineraries & prices of MS ...
    Starting From$590
  • Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt
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    Oberoi Zahra Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Saturday & Tuesday
    Oberoi Zahra Nile cruise is one of the best luxurious Nile cruises in Egypt. Explore the itiner...
    Starting From$1,220
  • Alexander the Great Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    Alexander the Great Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Saturday & Wednesday
    Alexander the Great Nile cruise is a 5* high luxury cruise. Read more about the itineraries & p...
    Starting From$710
  • MS Kon Tiki Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    MS Kon Tiki Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Saturday & Wednesday
    MS Kon Tiki Nile cruise is a five-star deluxe Nile ship. Read more about the itineraries & pric...
    Starting From$400
  • Crown Prince Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    Crown Prince Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Saturday & Wednesday
    Enjoy Unforgettable experience with the Crown Prince Nile cruise. Read more about the itinerari...
    Starting From$380
  • Mövenpick MS Sun Ray Nile Cruise - Trips in Egypt

    Mövenpick MS Sun Ray Nile Cruise

    Availability : Every Monday & Thursday
    Enjoy Mövenpick MS Sun Ray Nile cruise and discover the wonders of Luxor & Aswan. Read more ab...
    Starting From$710
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Trips In Egypt team is composed of diverse individuals from all over the world who are the guardians of the ancient knowledge, magnificent attractions, and secrets of Egypt. They are travel enthusiasts, Egyptologists, Archaeologists, and history passionates who know every corner about the historical, geographical, geopolitical, and cultural nature of Egypt that trace back to more than 5000 years.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

  • What Are the Best Prices For a Nile Cruise?

    The price of a Nile cruise depends on the number of days, the type of accommodation, level of service and an ideal 5 days 4 nights Nile cruise will coast you about 500$ for standard and 750$ for luxury.

  • What're the Types of Egypt’s Nile Cruises?

    There are two types of Nile cruises; the private Nile cruise is known as "Dahabiya" which has about 10 cabins and the group Nile cruise which has about 150 cabins or more and considered to most common in Egypt.

  • What're the Facilities On the Nile Cruise?

    The Nile cruise is a fully equipped floating hotel contains an inner swimming pool, sun deck, a full entertaining center where belly dancing shows and Nubians parties are showcased, lounge bar & discotheque, a massive restaurant, beauty center, a laundry, a spa, and gift shops and a safe deposit box, plus the accommodations contain everything a traveler could ever need. Here is more information about the Nile cruise.

  • What Is the Best Time Of Year To Enjoy Egypt Nile Cruise?

    Anyone can board a Nile cruise at any time across the Nile river but the ideal time to fully experience and enjoy the full beauty of the Nile than a Nile cruise is between October &  April in the winter is the right choice as the climate is very moderate and enjoyable, unlike the summer where it can get a bit hot especially between Luxor and Aswan.

  • What To Wear On Board A Nile Cruise?

    Everyone can wear whatever feels right & comfortable. It is advised to wear something light made from silk or linen or alike, and put on sun-block during your time in Egypt in the summer and wear a hat & comfortable footwear like a closed-toe shoe to move easily between the destinations.

  • What’re the Top Attractions To Visit through A Nile Cruise?

    The Nile River is located between the two ends of heaven of Luxor and Aswan where you will visit and explore all the famous immortal wonders such as the Holy Valley of the kings, the divine Karnak temple, the mesmerizing Hatshepsut temple, the majestic Philae temple, the glorious Edfu temple, the unique Kom Ombo temple, the unfinished obelisk and many more.

  • What Should I Wear While Being in Egypt?

    You should wear whatever you want. It is advised to wear something light from cotton or linen, comfortable and put on sunblock during your time in Egypt in the summer and wear comfortable footwear like a closed-toe shoe to sustain the sandy terrain.

  • What to Pack for Your Egypt Tour?

    You should bring a brimmed hat and sunglasses if you not used to the Egyptian sun &pack everything you could ever need and put in a small bag so you could move easily between your destinations.

  • Are All Nile Cruises Available at Any Time?

    Yes, it is available all years. as the Nile from Aswan to Luxor takes three to four days of sailing on Monday, Wednesday and Friday for the total cost of 600$ and the Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan take four to five days in Saturday, Monday and Thursday for the coast of 650$.

  • Why book Trips in Egypt?

    We have experience in vacation planning for more than 10 years & our staff consists of the most professional operators, guides and drivers who dedicate all of their time & effort create the perfect vacation. All of our tours are customized by Travel, Financial & Time advisors to fit your every possible need during your time in egypt. we always keep in mind that your safety & comfort are our main priority until you return home.

  • Is it safe to travel to Egypt?

    Yes, it is absolutely safe to travel to egypt, You will feel secure in Egypt as the current atmosphere of the country is very peaceful after the government took powerful measures like restructuring the entire tourist police to include all the important and tourist attractions in Egypt and construct an entire environment dedicated for ensuring the lives of all tourists.

  • What are Egypt's Visa Requirements?

    They are very simples, If you want to apply for a Visa On Arrival that lasts for 30 days then you should be one of the eligible countries(check the link), have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining and pay 25$ USD entry fee in cash. As for the E-Visa for 30 days, you should have a valid passport for at least 8 months, complete the online application, pay the e-visa fee then print the e-visa to later be presented to the airport border guard. You could be one of the countries eligible for a free visa for 90 days.

  • What is the Weather is Like?

    The temperature of Egypt ranges from 37c to 14 c, Summer in Egypt is somehow hot and winter is cool and mild but sometimes it becomes cold at night. The average of low temperatures vary from 9.5 °C in the wintertime to 23 °C in the summertime and average high temperatures vary from 17 °C in the wintertime to 32 °C in the summertime while the temperature is moderate all along the coasts.

  • Should I Give Tips in Egypt?

    It is totally up to you, but if you choose to you can tip the servers at your restaurant 5-10% by handing it to them directly and 5 Egyptian Pounds as a general tip of anyone.

  • What is the Best Time of Visit Egypt?

    It is known the best time to travel to Egypt is in the winter from September to April as the climate becomes a bit tropical, a warm atmosphere with a winter breeze. You will also be notified a week before your trip if the weather is unsafe or if any changes have been made.

  • Can I Enter the Pyramids?

    Yes, you can enter the pyramids for the small fee of 20$.

  • How to Enjoy Egypt During Ramadan?

    Ramadan is a special time of year for Muslims that should be celebrated by non-Muslims and feel the essence of the Islamic culture. You can fast with the Muslim or just observe but you are always welcome to join the celebrations and festivals.

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