How this package is paced for children
The usual Nile itinerary is built around early starts, because temples are best visited before the heat. That works badly with young children. This package runs eight to nine days instead of the standard six or seven, which buys the slack to move a temple to later in the morning or drop one entirely without losing the trip.
It also offers family cabin configurations and guides used to working with children, which matters more than it sounds: an Egyptologist who can hold a nine-year-old for twenty minutes is a different skill from one lecturing adults.
At $1,190 per person it covers Cairo, the Giza pyramids and a Luxor to Aswan cruise, with a Cairo hotel stay, private transfers and a guide throughout. Cabin category depends on the ship selected. Tell us the childrens ages when you enquire, since that changes which ships we suggest.
Helpful Resources
Cairo Travel Guide | Nile Cruise Prices | Compare Nile Cruise Ships | What's Included | Best Time to Cruise
Cruise Highlights
- Slower pacing, kid-friendly guides, and family cabin configurations
- Cairo, Giza Pyramids, and a Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise
- Custom package
- Quote-friendly
- Flexible start dates
8 to 9 Days / 7 to 8 Nights
- 1Day 1Arrive in Cairo, transfer to your hotel, relaxed evening.
- 2Day 2Giza Pyramids with optional camel ride, the Sphinx, and a shorter Egyptian Museum visit.
- 3Day 3Old Cairo and Khan El Khalili at an easy pace, evening flight to Luxor.
- 4Day 4Board the cruise, visit Karnak Temple, afternoon free on deck.
- 5Day 5Early West Bank visit before the heat, Valley of the Kings, sail toward Edfu.
- 6Day 6Edfu Temple by horse carriage, Kom Ombo Temple, pool time while sailing to Aswan.
- 7Day 7Philae Temple, felucca sail, and a Nubian village visit.
- 8Day 8Disembark in Aswan, fly to Cairo.
- 9Day 9Free morning, transfer to the airport for departure.
Cabins and Facilities
Cabin category depends on the Nile cruise ship selected for this package.
- Cairo hotel stay
- Nile cruise ship facilities
- Private air-conditioned transfers
- Egyptologist guide throughout
What is included?
- Hotel and cruise full board
- Guided sightseeing
- Entrance fees
- Airport and site transfers
Not usually included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Personal spending
- Tips and gratuities
| Season | 7 nights8 days / 7 nights |
|---|---|
| Low seasonJun to Aug | Ask for rate |
| ShoulderMay and Sep | Ask for rate |
| High seasonOct to Apr | Ask for rate |
| EasterPeak dates | Ask for rate |
| ChristmasPeak dates | Ask for rate |
Indicative per person rates in a double cabin. Final price depends on cabin category, exact dates, and group size, and is confirmed at quote stage.
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Cruise FAQ
How much does Family Egypt and Nile Cruise Package cost?
Starting prices are around $1,190 per person in a double cabin. The exact figure depends on cabin category, your dates and group size, and is confirmed at quote stage.
When is the cheapest time to sail?
Low season, roughly June to August, is the cheapest time to sail, with the May and September shoulder months a step below the October to April high season. The trade-off is heat: Upper Egypt regularly passes 40C in midsummer and excursions shift to early morning. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact rate.
What do peak dates cost?
Easter, Christmas and New Year are the peak sailings and carry the highest rates of the year. Both sell out months ahead, so book early if your dates are fixed. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact figure.
Which route does Family Egypt and Nile Cruise Package sail?
Cairo and Nile Cruise, over 8 to 9 Days. The itinerary covers the classic temple route between Luxor and Aswan.
What are the cabins like?
Cabin category depends on the Nile cruise ship selected for this package. It suits families traveling with children who want Cairo plus the Nile without rushing.
What is included in the price?
The rate covers hotel and cruise full board, guided sightseeing, entrance fees and airport and site transfers. Not included: international flights, visa fees, personal spending and tips and gratuities.
