Eight days with a night in the White Desert
At $980 per person this pairs the standard Cairo and Nile combination with the White Desert chalk formations, Bahariya Oasis and a night camping under the stars. It is the cheapest way we offer to put a genuinely different landscape into an Egypt trip.
The camping night is not a soft option. You leave a ship with air conditioning and a restaurant and sleep in a desert camp, which is the best night of the trip for some people and the one they would skip for others. Decide honestly which you are before booking.
Guided excursions and air-conditioned transfers are included throughout, with cabin category depending on the cruise tier selected and confirmed at quote stage.
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Cruise Highlights
- White Desert chalk formations
- Bahariya Oasis
- Desert camping under stars
8 Days / 7 Nights
- 1Day 1Arrive in Cairo, transfer to your hotel.
- 2Day 2Giza Pyramids, the Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum.
- 3Day 3Drive to Bahariya Oasis, 4x4 into the Black Desert and Crystal Mountain, overnight camping in the White Desert.
- 4Day 4Sunrise among the chalk formations, visit Bahariya hot springs, return to Cairo, evening flight to Luxor.
- 5Day 5Board the cruise, visit Karnak and Luxor Temple.
- 6Day 6Luxor West Bank, sail to Edfu.
- 7Day 7Edfu and Kom Ombo temples, sail to Aswan.
- 8Day 8Philae 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 White Desert Adventure cost?
Starting prices are around $980 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 White Desert Adventure sail?
Cairo and Nile Cruise, over 8 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 adventure travelers who want desert scenery alongside temple sightseeing.
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.
