A desert extension most packages leave out
Six days covering a Luxor to Aswan cruise plus a Nubian desert and jeep safari, at $1,050 per person. The safari is the reason to choose this over a standard cruise-only booking: almost every Nile itinerary treats Aswan as the end point and flies you out, and this one uses the desert behind it instead.
That is a genuinely different landscape from the river corridor, which is green and cultivated for a few hundred metres either side and then stops. Seeing where it stops is the point.
It includes private air-conditioned transfers and an Egyptologist guide throughout, with cabin category depending on the cruise ship selected and confirmed at quote stage. Six days is tight for this much ground, so ask us about the pacing if you are not a confident early riser.
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Cruise Highlights
- A desert safari extension most standard packages do not include
- A Luxor to Aswan Nile cruise plus a Nubian desert and jeep safari extension
- Custom package
- Quote-friendly
- Flexible start dates
6 Days / 5 Nights
- 1Day 1Arrive in Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
- 2Day 2Luxor West Bank, Valley of the Kings and Hatshepsut Temple, sail toward Edfu.
- 3Day 3Edfu Temple, then Kom Ombo Temple, sail to Aswan.
- 4Day 4Philae Temple and the High Dam, disembark in Aswan.
- 5Day 5Nubian desert jeep safari, camel ride, and a Nubian village dinner.
- 6Day 6Free morning in Aswan, transfer 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
This trip runs 5 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 Nile Cruise and Aswan Desert Safari Package cost?
Starting prices are around $1,050 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 Aswan Desert Safari Package sail?
Luxor to Aswan, over 6 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 adventurous travelers who want desert time alongside the temples.
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.
