5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 17 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight worth booking?
5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight is a 120-hour experience in Cairo, Egypt, from $299 per person. It scores 73 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 73 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (17)
- Duration
- 120 hours
- From
- $299 per person
Location: Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, & Aswan. Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights Tour Highlights: Seamless Travel: Round-trip domestic flights from Cairo are included to save you time and ensure comfort. 5-Star Comfort: Relax on a high-rated 5-star Nile Cruise with all meals (Full Board) included. Expert Guidance: Explore ancient history with a professional, licensed Egyptologist guide. Flexible Pricing: Choose between our "All-Inclusive" package (with tickets) or "Flexible" package (without tickets) to suit your budget. Iconic Sites: Visit the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple, and more. Hassle-Free Transfers: Private air-conditioned vehicles for all airport pickups and sightseeing tours. Personalized Service: We provide 24/7 WhatsApp support to coordinate your flights and pickups perfectly.
What you get
- Admission fees
- Licensed Expert Egyptologist guide (Private for your sightseeing tours)
- Private airport transfers and ground transportation in Luxor and Aswan in modern A/C vehicles.
- All your tours and excursions are by an A/C vehicle.
- 4 Nights accommodation on a 5-star Nile Cruise (Standard Cabin) with full board basis.
- Round-trip domestic flights (Cairo/Luxor - Aswan/Cairo)
About this experience
Location: Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, & Aswan. Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights Tour Highlights: Seamless Travel: Round-trip domestic flights from Cairo are included to save you time and ensure comfort. 5-Star Comfort: Relax on a high-rated 5-star Nile Cruise with all meals (Full Board) included. Expert Guidance: Explore ancient history with a professional, licensed Egyptologist guide. Flexible Pricing: Choose between our "All-Inclusive" package (with tickets) or "Flexible" package (without tickets) to suit your budget. Iconic Sites: Visit the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple, and more. Hassle-Free Transfers: Private air-conditioned vehicles for all airport pickups and sightseeing tours. Personalized Service: We provide 24/7 WhatsApp support to coordinate your flights and pickups perfectly.
What's included
Included
- Admission fees
- Licensed Expert Egyptologist guide (Private for your sightseeing tours)
- Private airport transfers and ground transportation in Luxor and Aswan in modern A/C vehicles.
- All your tours and excursions are by an A/C vehicle.
- 4 Nights accommodation on a 5-star Nile Cruise (Standard Cabin) with full board basis.
- Round-trip domestic flights (Cairo/Luxor - Aswan/Cairo)
Not included
- International flights to/from Egypt
- Egypt Entry Visa (Available at the airport upon arrival for most nationalities).
- Beverages (Soft drinks, alcohol, and bottled water) and any personal expenses.
- Tipping (Gratuities for cruise crew and guides ).
- Entrance tickets to historical sites (Only for the Flights & Cruise Only option).
What you'll see and do
Luxor Temple
Day 1 Our representative will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to the airport to take your flight to Luxor. On arrival to Luxor you will find your guide waiting and then you will be transferred to visit the Luxor Temple to see its courtyard and the granite statues of Ramses the Great.
90 minutes here · Admission included
The Karnak Temple
Day 1 Proceed to Karnak, which is a serious of temples built in different reigns. Starting by the Avenue of Sphinxes visit the Unfinished Propylon, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 gigantic columns, the Obelisks of Queen Hatshepsut and Tutomosis III, the temple of Amon adorned with lotus and papyrus designs, the Granite Scarbeus of Amenophis III and the Sacred Lake. Transfer to the cruise. Boarding before Lunch. Lunch on board. Afternoon tea. Dinner on board & Belly Dance show. (Optional) Sound & Light Laser Show at Karnak Temple. Overnight in Cruise
120 minutes here · Admission included
Valley of the Kings
Day 2 Breakfast. (Optional) Hot Balloon: Should you want to make your stay in Luxor an unforgettable. Drifting peacefully over the Valley of King, Valley of the Queens and the Mountain on the Nobles. The flight is approximately 30:45 minutes depend on the weather Visit The West Bank –Crossing the Nile, drive to the Valley of Kings; visit the tombs of various Dynasties, King Tut’s tomb is with extra ticket
120 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Hatshepsut
Day 2 Move on to enjoy the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, which was built by Queen Hatshepsut, daughter of Thutmosis I, who ruled Egypt about 20 years during the 18th Dynasty (approximately from 1490 to 1469 B.C), the only pharaonic woman who reigned ancient Egypt
90 minutes here · Admission included
Colossi of Memnon
On the return journey stop at the Colossi of Memnon which are two gigantic sitting statues representing Amenopis III facing the Nile. . Lunch on board. Sail to Esna. Afternoon Tea. Disco Party. Overnight in Cruise
20 minutes here
Edfu Temple
Day 3 Breakfast on board. Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu.Then come back to the Cruise to sail to Kom Ombo.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Kom Ombo Temple
Day 3 Sail to Kom Ombo. Lunch on board. Visit The Temple Shared by the Two Gods Sobek & Haroeies in Kom Ombo.Sail to Aswan. Over night on board of the cruise.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Aswan High Dam
Day 4 Breakfast on board.. Start you tour visiting The High Dam which was completed in 1964. From here you can gaze across Lake Nasser.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Philae
Day 4 The Philae temple on the island of Agilkia. Visit the temple that was removed from their original island of Philae which lies submerged most of the year by the waters of Lake Nasser. The main Temple of Isis and its monuments were built between the 26th-dynasty and the Roman period. Lunch on board. Afternoon Tea. Dinner on board. (optional) sond and Light show at Philae Temple. Overnight in Aswan
120 minutes here · Admission included
Aswan
Day 5 (Optional Early Morning Trip) Day trip to Abu Simbel Temples Visit the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Nefertari . Breakfast on board. Disembarkation after breakfast. Transfer to the airport to take your flight back to Cairo. Arrival Cairo and you will be transferred to your hotel
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Flights & Cruise (No Tickets)
5-Star Nile Cruise: 4 nights in a comfortable standard cabin with all onboard facilities and entertainment. Sightseeing (Tickets Excluded): Guided tours to all mentioned sites are included, but you will need to purchase your own entrance tickets. Standard Value Service: High-quality service including round-trip domestic flights and private transfers. Duration: 5 days: A comprehensive 5-day journey covering the best of Upper Egypt. Full Board Basis: Daily Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are included on the cruise ship (Drinks not included). Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Cairo: Domestic flights from Cairo to Luxor, sailing the Nile for 4 nights, and returning by flight from Aswan to Cairo Private A/C Vehicle: All transfers are provided in a private, modern air-conditioned vehicle. Round-trip domestic flights are icluded Excludes Entry Tickets: This option covers flights, cruise, and transfers only. Entrance fees for sightseeing are not included in this price. Pickup included
Flights & Cruise Only
5-Star Nile Cruise: 4 nights accommodation in a standard cabin with full board meals included. Transport & Stay Package: Private airport transfers and round-trip domestic flights from Cairo included. Duration: 5 days Full Board Meals: Daily Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner served on board the cruise ship (Drinks not included). Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Cairo: Domestic flight to Luxor, 4 nights cruise stay ending in Aswan, and return flight to Cairo. Plane & Private A/C Vehicle: Round-trip domestic flights from Cairo and private air-conditioned transfers between airports and the cruise. No Sightseeing Included: This option is for accommodation and transport only. No guided tours or entrance tickets are included. Pickup included
Flights & Cruise + Tickets
5-Star Nile Cruise: 4 nights in a standard cabin with full board meals Main Historical Sites: Admission tickets for Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Philae, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. Standard Comfort: Domestic flights and private A/C transfers included Duration: 5 days Full Board: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included (Drinks are extra) Cairo - Luxor - Aswan - Cairo: Flights from Cairo, 5-day Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan, and return flight to Cairo. Private A/C Vehicle : Private modern air-conditioned vehicle for sightseeing and round-trip flight tickets included. Main Admission Tickets Include: This option covers entrance fees for all main sites: Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Luxor Temple, Philae, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ar, de, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Booking2Egypt
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
17 verified traveler reviews for 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent Nile river cruise
Very relaxing cruise on the Nile. Had several tours to archeological sites, which were amazing. The tour guide, Zizo, was amazing as well, bringing historical aspects of these sites " to life", with his wealth of knowledge and ability to read hieroglyphics. The food on the boat was ok, with good variety of items, and the accommodations were also ok...clean and comfortsble...definitely not luxurious ( cruised on the Chateau Lafayette).
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a relaxing Nile cruise and enjoyed exploring Egypt's incredible archaeological treasures. A special thank you for your kind words about Zizo. We're thrilled to know that his passion, extensive knowledge, and ability to bring ancient Egyptian history to life made your experience even more memorable. We'll be sure to pass along your compliments to him. We also appreciate your honest feedback about the cruise accommodations and dining. Your comments are valuable and help us continue working with our partners to provide the best possible experience for our guests. Thank you for choosing Booking2Egypt. We hope to welcome you back soon for another unforgettable journey through the timeless wonders of Egypt! Warm regards, The Booking2Egypt Team
via Tripadvisor
Very Happy That I Didn't Miss This Tour
that is my first time on nile cruise trip , it was very beautiful experience , the room is very comfortable with nice staff, tour guide ahmed is very friendly and coolest person i have ever seen , mostafa is the one that i did not see but he is connected with us via wahtsApp all time to help us about what is the best things to do and if any thing that we don't like in this tour but every thing in tour is perfect and organized , the most memorable part of the experience was balloon and abu simbel temple , i recommend this tour very much .
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review! 🌟 We are truly happy to hear that your first Nile Cruise experience was so beautiful and memorable. It means a lot to us that you enjoyed the comfortable rooms, the friendly staff, and the organization of the whole trip. Ahmed will be very happy to hear your kind words! He always loves making the tours fun, friendly, and unforgettable for our guests. We are also glad that Mostafa was able to support and assist you throughout the trip via WhatsApp and make sure everything went smoothly for you. The hot air balloon ride and Abu Simbel Temple are definitely magical experiences, and we are delighted that they became the most memorable parts of your journey. 🎈✨ Thank you again for your recommendation and trust in Booking2Egypt. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another amazing adventure in Egypt! 🇪🇬
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
The organization was excellent, and they showed great flexibility in the detailed arrangements to meet our needs. The room was wonderful and offered a breathtaking view of the Nile, and we thoroughly enjoyed the entertainment on board the Nile cruise. We were accompanied by Ali, our tour guide, who has extensive knowledge of the temples and Pharaonic history. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings, as well as the hot-air balloon ride, and we are also delighted that we didn’t miss out on visiting Abu Simbel. It was a very enjoyable trip.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with us! 🌟 We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the Nile Cruise and appreciated the organization and flexibility of the trip arrangements. Making our guests comfortable and satisfied is always our top priority. It’s great to know that you loved your room and the beautiful Nile view, as well as the entertainment on board the cruise. We are also delighted that Ali made your experience even more special with his knowledge and passion for ancient Egyptian history. He will be very happy to hear your kind words. Karnak Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the hot-air balloon ride, and Abu Simbel are truly unforgettable experiences, and we are so glad you were able to enjoy all of them during your journey. 🎈✨ Thank you again for your trust and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable adventure in Egypt! 🇪🇬
via Tripadvisor
Worry free, punctual picking ups, good tour and activity arrangements and instructions. Egypt is a great country
Amazing journey, great service of cruise members and tour guide, awesome day to day arrangements and onsite introduction, Ahmed Zezo is the best.
Response from the operator: Desr Zehng Thank you very much we appreciate your kind words hope see you next time 👍
via Tripadvisor
Excellent experience for me in Egypt
The tour was excellent and very enjoyable from the moment I landed in Aswan there was someone already waiting for me and greeted me on the tour boat Checking into the cruise and my experience there throughout the days was unforgettable All the staff were very friendly The food was aamzing the cabin room was very comfortable And our guide Ahmed Abdelaziz explained a lot of interesting things about the attractions gave us important information and left us time to explore on our own and take some photos! I highly recommend this tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 120 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Sat
- Price range
- $299 to $2459
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 73
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5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairo.
How much does 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight cost?
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Prices start at EUR 299 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight take?
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Plan for about 120 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairo is not rushed.
Is 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 73 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 17 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cairo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 120-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairo and add a light layer if any part of the 120-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 5 Days 4 Nights Nile Cruise From Cairo By Flight start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cairo?
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On Outty we rank every Cairo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include All-in-One Giza Tour, inside Pyramid, sphinx, Camel ride & lunch, VIP Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx Tour –Inside the Pyramids&More, Best of Cairo Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx and Grand Museum Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cairo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cairo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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