8-Day Nile River Cruise from Aswan to Luxor with Optional Private Guide

Aswan, Egypt

Spend eight days relaxing on a leisurely Nile River cruise from Aswan to Luxor and explore the historic temples, tombs and relics of the the Upper Nile, described as the greatest outdoor museum in the world!

Scheduled guided tours on the cruise include the Valley of the Kings, the Karnak and Luxor Temples, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo and the beautiful Philae Temple in Aswan. You also have the opportunity to upgrade to a private guided tour so you can plan your itinerary with a qualified Egyptologist 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.

Opt for your own expert local guide and ensure a more personal experience on your visit to Egypt's ancient sites and monuments accompanied by a qualified Egyptologist. Alternatively, group sightseeing offers a great money-saving option and with group sizes restricted to 20 people you have plenty of opportunity to interact with your guide and ask questions.

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 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.

Please note: Groups of travelers requiring different cabin types are required to make separate bookings in order to guarantee cabins of their choice

USD $410.00

Traveler Reviews

Review by: Nigel B	March 2012
This is a relaxing way to see the amazing temples and tombs. Our guide was very informative and allowed us to see things at our pace.

Review by: Janet E. D	December 2010
Very good accommodations, excellent food, great guide. Very enjoyable. The 8 day tour is actually a 3 day tour down and 4 day tour up. Most people only go one way. The round trip is very relaxing. The tour was very good value.

Review by: Keith B, United Kingdom	March 2010
Everything was perfect. The boat was excellent, 5 stars, and the food and service were very good. The cabin was superb and you would not know it was on a boat. The private guide was very knowledgeable and a great help to us. Everything about the cruise was most enjoyable.

Review by: Anonymous, United States of America	March 2009
You can easily see all the sights on a one way trip, but it will seem rushed. A Nile cruise from Aswan instead of Luxor is more relaxed especially if you include a trip to Abu Simbel. Aswan is a much prettier city and not quite as touristy. You will have plenty of time in Luxor. The MY Mirage 1 is a good boat and good value. Food is great, cabins are clean, staff is friendly and our guide was knowledgeable.

Review by: Eammon O, Australia	May 2008
Great value for money with meals, accommodation and tours all included. Really peaceful and relaxing cruising along the river away from the cities. The food was surprisingly good as well having been told the food in Egypt supposed to be terrible.

Review by: Kerrie O, Australia	May 2008
Absolute highlight of the trip and the best way to see Upper Egypt. The staff were so friendly and our guide was awesome, our favorite person we met in Egypt. So many great sights to see along the way, and cruising the Nile is really relaxing. Don't miss out on the dancing at the Nubian night, it's a riot!

Review by: Anonymous	May 2008
Great value for money with meals, accommodation and tours all included. Really peaceful and relaxing cruising along the river away from the cities. The food was surprisingly good as well having been told the food in Egypt supposed to be terrible.

Review by: Anonymous	May 2008
Absolute highlight of the trip and the best way to see Upper Egypt. The staff were so friendly and our guide was awesome, our favorite person we met in Egypt. So many great sights to see along the way, and cruising the Nile is really relaxing. Don't miss out on the dancing at the Nubian night, it's a riot!