Siwa is the most remote place we can add to a Nile trip
Nine days at $1,150 per person, pairing the classic river route with Siwa Oasis: salt lakes, the ruins of the Oracle Temple and desert scenery several hundred kilometres from anything else on the itinerary.
Siwa is genuinely remote, near the Libyan border, with its own Berber culture and language distinct from the rest of Egypt. Getting there is a long drive and that is the cost of it. In exchange you see a part of the country that most visitors never reach and that looks nothing like the Nile valley.
Guided excursions and air-conditioned transfers are included, cabin category depending on the cruise tier selected. Ask us about the road time before booking so the travel days are not a surprise.
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Cruise Highlights
- Siwa salt lakes
- Oracle Temple ruins
- Remote desert scenery
9 Days / 8 Nights
- 1Day 1Arrive in Cairo, transfer to your hotel.
- 2Day 2Giza Pyramids and the Egyptian Museum.
- 3Day 3Travel to Siwa Oasis via Marsa Matrouh, long desert drive, evening arrival.
- 4Day 4Siwa salt lakes, the Temple of the Oracle, Cleopatra Spring, and Shali Fortress.
- 5Day 5Great Sand Sea 4x4 safari and sandboarding, return drive toward Cairo.
- 6Day 6Fly to Luxor, board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
- 7Day 7Luxor West Bank, sail to Edfu.
- 8Day 8Edfu and Kom Ombo temples, sail to Aswan.
- 9Day 9Philae Temple and the High Dam, disembark and depart.
Cabins and Facilities
Cabin category depends on the selected cruise ship tier (standard, deluxe, or luxury), confirmed at quote stage.
- Restaurant
- Sun deck
- Lounge
- Guided excursions
- Air-conditioned transfers
What is included?
- Full board on the Nile cruise portion
- Guided excursions with Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to scheduled sites
- Airport and site transfers
Not usually included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Drinks beyond water
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal spending
| 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 Siwa Oasis Adventure cost?
Starting prices are around $1150 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 Siwa Oasis Adventure 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 selected cruise ship tier (standard, deluxe, or luxury), confirmed at quote stage. It suits travelers who want to combine the classic Nile route with Egypt's most remote oasis.
What is included in the price?
The rate covers full board on the Nile cruise portion, guided excursions with Egyptologist guide, entrance fees to scheduled sites and airport and site transfers. Not included: international flights, visa fees, drinks beyond water, tips and gratuities and personal spending.
