Easter is the shoulder-season sweet spot
At $1,090 per person over seven days, this is timed for the spring window that sits between the winter peak and the summer heat. The weather is still comfortable for temple days, and rates have come off the December to February highs without reaching the cheapest months.
The catch is that Easter itself is a holiday period with its own premium, so the saving compared with Christmas is real but smaller than the shoulder-season label implies. If your dates can move a fortnight either side of the holiday, ask us what that does to the price.
It covers Cairo and a spring-season cruise with a hotel stay, private transfers and an Egyptologist guide throughout. Our seasonal guide sets out how the months actually compare on weather and rate.
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Cruise Highlights
- A shoulder-season departure that avoids both summer heat and peak winter prices
- Cairo and a spring-season Nile cruise timed around the Easter holidays
- Custom package
- Quote-friendly
- Flexible start dates
7 Days / 6 Nights
- 1Day 1Arrive in Cairo, transfer to your hotel.
- 2Day 2Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum.
- 3Day 3Old Cairo, the Coptic quarter, and Khan El Khalili, evening flight to Luxor.
- 4Day 4Board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple in comfortable spring weather.
- 5Day 5Luxor West Bank, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, sail toward Edfu.
- 6Day 6Edfu Temple, then Kom Ombo Temple, sail to Aswan.
- 7Day 7Philae Temple, the High Dam, and a felucca sail, disembark and depart.
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
This trip runs 6 nights.
Seasonal Rates
| Low season (Jun to Aug) | Ask for rate |
|---|---|
| Shoulder season (May and Sep) | Ask for rate |
| High season (Oct to Apr) | Ask for rate |
| Easter period | Ask for rate |
| Christmas and New Year | 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 Easter Nile Cruise and Cairo Package cost?
Starting prices are around $1,090 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 Easter Nile Cruise and Cairo Package sail?
Cairo and Nile Cruise, over 7 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 travelers who want good weather without paying peak winter rates.
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.
