February 15, 2025 3:46 pm

Here is how to prepare for a magnificent Nile River cruise. The subject of how to plan a Nile cruise is critical since it will influence whether or not you have a good vacation in Egypt. The main goal of this article is to supply all tourists with all of the required information and details on how to enjoy the best Nile River experience possible in Upper Egypt.

This post was written by a team of expert tour operators, tour guides, and travel planners who know how to put together a memorable Nile river cruise. One of the most exhilarating experiences that can be enjoyed in a gorgeous country like Egypt is boarding one of Egypt’s opulent floating hotels, the “Nile River Cruise,” for a fantastic sailing voyage and excursions to some of the greatest monuments and buildings ever built by man.

Upper Egypt is home to around one-third of Egypt’s historic buildings, and a Nile River cruise between Luxor and Aswan is the finest way to view them all. The following is all you’ll need to know about the Nile cruise. There are many different sorts of Nile River Cruises in Egypt; some are ordinary, while others are luxurious; some leave from Aswan, while others depart from Luxor; and there are several more variances that provide passengers a wide range of possibilities.

Keep some of our primary ideas in mind while organizing a Nile boat trip to guarantee that you get the most exciting Nile tour experience possible. Here are some of the most important measures in organizing an unforgettable Nile river tour.

How to Prepare for a Magnificent Nile River Cruise

1. Choose a Trustworthy Nile River Cruise Operator

When booking a Nile River Cruise, you should concentrate on who you are booking with rather than the price, since you may save a lot of money with a travel agency but have the worst experience ever due to a horrible Nile River Cruise choice or bad advice. You should choose a travel agency with a good reputation and a long history of conducting Nile River Cruise excursions since they will be able to propose a wonderful Nile River Cruise for you and negotiate a fair price for you based on their contracts.

Egypt Fun Tours is proud to announce that we have over 20 years of tourism experience, during which time we have organized the best Nile River cruise excursions for our customers from all over the world.

2. Plan Your Nile River Cruise at the Most Appropriate Time

In Egypt, Nile River Cruise Tours are available throughout the year, depending on your preferences and when you wish to visit. Of course, there are peak and off-peak seasons in Egypt, but the best time to enjoy such incredible experiences is between October and the end of April, which corresponds with the end of the summer season and the start of the Easter season.

To get a fair price for your Nile River Cruise, start by looking at the seasons for special specials and discounts. Upper Egypt is simply not to be visited during the summer months since it is very hot during the day.

3. Make a financial plan (budget) for your Nile River cruise.

To enjoy the most joyful and comfortable Nile River Cruise, every visitor should examine his or her budget before scheduling a Nile River Cruise. Everyone should add up all of the costs associated with their chosen Nile cruise, including the Nile cruise hotels, individual or group tour operators, all meals and drinks, domestic transportation, and everything else that may be costly.

The most crucial part of planning a Nile cruise is choosing which Nile cruise to take, since there are many Nile River cruises to select from, each with its own price tag, such as:

  • The first two locations that spring to mind are Luxor and Aswan. Nile Cruises are the most popular option because they offer the most comprehensive and magical experience of all the monuments and treasures of ancient Egyptian civilization along the Nile between the heavenly cities of Luxor and Aswan, with top facilities, entertaining activities, and premium service, starting at $425. The three varieties of Nile Cruises accessible are Standard Nile Cruises, Deluxe Nile Cruises, and Luxury Nile Cruises, which you can read more about in our piece How to Choose the Best Nile Cruise.
  • Lake Nasser Cruises is a magnificent vessel that provides a relaxing and pleasurable voyage to Ancient Nubia’s monuments and ruins on a Lake Nasser tour. You may spend an evening docked near the temples at Abu Simbel for as little as $520.
  • It’s all about privacy and inclusion with Dahabiya Nile Cruises. On board the Dahabiyas, every visitor will have complete privacy and the highest level of luxury. They may also marvel at the magnificent wonders that line the Nile, which start at $775.

4. Make a reservation for a Nile cruise as soon as possible.

It’s best to book ahead of time. “The sooner you book your cruise, the better your chances of being accommodated at a much finer one,” is the most crucial piece of information to consider while planning a Nile River Cruise excursion. The reason for this is that when you call a travel agency, they will begin looking for available Nile River Cruises until they locate ones that fit your schedule, after which you may select the finest one based on reviews and save money.

However, if you wait until the last minute to book, you may not be able to locate a nice Nile River Cruise, much less one that is available, so it is strongly advised that you begin your reservations as soon as possible. You can get more information on how to schedule a Nile River tour here.

5. Determine how long the tour will last.

You should be informed that there are three different Nile River cruise lengths to choose from three, four, or seven nights. For your stay in Luxor, you have two options: 4 nights or 7 nights. You may spend three or seven nights in Aswan, therefore, to get the ideal Nile River Cruise package for you, you must first choose your starting and ending points and then check into the Nile River Cruise type you want to take.

6. Make a list of everything you’ll need to bring with you.

You must check the significant products to bring with you to enjoy your stay, just as you must check the vital items to bring with you to enjoy your stay wherever you travel, particularly since you will be at the Nile River’s heart. Sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, medication, and, if traveling during the winter, an extra blanket, and warm clothes are among the most necessary things to bring with you while boarding your Nile River Cruise.

This is the best time to book the most thrilling Nile River Cruise with professionals, so contact us immediately to select the best Nile River Cruise for you and start having fun.

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