Adding the Mediterranean coast to a Nile trip
Nine days covering Cairo, a Nile cruise and a two-day Alexandria extension, at $1,290 per person. Alexandria is the part of Egypt most itineraries skip entirely, and it is a different country in feel: Greco-Roman and Mediterranean rather than pharaonic, with the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Roman amphitheatre rather than temples.
Whether that appeals depends on what you want from the trip. If you are coming for ancient Egypt specifically, two days here are two days not spent in Luxor. If you want a fuller picture of the country, it is the best-value extension we offer.
It includes a Cairo hotel stay, private transfers and an Egyptologist guide throughout, with cabin category depending on the ship selected.
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Cruise Highlights
- A Mediterranean coastal extension most Nile packages skip entirely
- Cairo, a Nile cruise, and a 2-day Alexandria coastal extension
- Custom package
- Quote-friendly
- Flexible start dates
9 Days / 8 Nights
- 1Day 1Arrive in Cairo, transfer to your hotel.
- 2Day 2Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum.
- 3Day 3Travel to Alexandria, Bibliotheca Alexandrina and the Roman Amphitheater, overnight on the coast.
- 4Day 4Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, Qaitbay Citadel, and Montazah Gardens, return to Cairo.
- 5Day 5Fly to Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
- 6Day 6Luxor West Bank, sail toward Edfu.
- 7Day 7Edfu and Kom Ombo temples, sail to Aswan.
- 8Day 8Philae Temple and the High Dam.
- 9Day 9Disembark in Aswan 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
| 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 Nile Cruise and Alexandria Extension cost?
Starting prices are around $1,290 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 Nile Cruise and Alexandria Extension sail?
Cairo and Nile Cruise, over 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 travelers who want to add Egypt's Mediterranean side to a Nile trip.
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.
