Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours in Egypt

Board a private felucca on the Nile, navigate Aswan's cataracts and visit Soheil Island, a Nubian community in the heart of the river. Discover Nubia's rich culture and ancient history on a 3-hour tour with an Egyptologist, meet the locals and get a glimpse of daily life in a Nubian house. 

Set sail on a 2-hour private felucca tour of Aswan's Botanical Gardens, and explore Kitchener Island with an Egyptologist.  Land on the lush shores of the garden isle, whose 16.8 acres (6.8 hectares) of palm trees, sandalwood and exotic plants were first planted by a legendary British military leader. Learn the story of the island in a small botanical museum, and relax on this tranquil and shady Nile oasis. 

Cruise down the River Nile like an ancient pharaoh during this 60-minute private ride aboard an iconic Egyptian Felucca boat. These small water vessels, typically propelled by oars or sails, have plied the waters of this ancient aquatic highway for centuries. Soak up a slice of Egyptian life as you cruise, watching for small villages and river islands as you ride. Your cruise also includes an on-board Egyptologist guide, boat fees and round-trip hotel transport.

See the sights between Aswan and Luxor on this memorable 4-day Nile cruise. Discover Aswan's beautiful Temple of Philae and Unfinished Obelisk, and relax aboard your 5-star ship as you sail downstream to Luxor. Admire the idyllic scenery, and visit the exquisite temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo before arriving in Luxor. Then, delve into the spectacular Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Karnak and Luxor Temple, and get free time to explore and relax independently. Full-board accommodation on your ship, evening entertainments and daily guided tours included.

Add some Nile indulgence to your beach holiday by booking this 4-night cruise, complete with convenient transfer from Hurghada. Feast on indulgent buffets, relax in your en-suite cabin, or enjoy the pool bar as you cruise from Luxor to Aswan. With an Egyptologist guide on hand to assist, see the highlights of Luxor's East Bank and West Bank, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan, with an optional Abu Simbel tour.

Revel in the sparkling waters and sunshine of the Red Sea on this full-day Tiran Island cruise and snorkeling trip from Sharm el Sheikh. Aboard a comfortable boat, cruise to Tiran, an island in the southern Gulf of Aqaba famous for its beautiful corals, lagoons and marine life. On arrival, kick back and sunbathe, swim and snorkel in the translucent waters as you wish. Float over multi-colored reefs, watch for exotic fish, rays and turtles, and enjoy a delicious buffet lunch on deck midway through before your return to Sharm.

Enjoy a leisurely 8-day round-trip journey on the Nile from Luxor, including guided visits to many archaeological treasures. Board your comfortable ship in Luxor and visit the Valley of the Kings and Temple of Hatshepsut, before sailing south and discovering the Edfu and Kom Ombo temples, and the Temple of Philae and more in Aswan. Finally, sail back to Luxor and explore mighty Karnak and Luxor Temple. Your cruise includes ensuite cabin accommodation, all meals and evening entertainments, such as Nubian folklore shows, plus time to sightsee independently in Luxor.

Set sail in a private felucca and discover Aswan's Elephantine Island, the legendary home of a Nile River god. Get a glimpse of Egypt's richly layered past on a personalized, 2-hour tour with an Egyptologist guide; Elephantine is fringed with rocky coasts that shelter ancient ruins and temple sites, a fortified town, and a Roman-era nilometer that measured the river's yearly floods until the 19th century. 

Spend an enchanting evening in Cairo on a relaxing 3-hour dinner cruise along the River Nile. After hotel pickup, step aboard a comfortable cruise boat and watch the illuminated sights of the city glide by. Get great photos of the floodlit bridges, minarets and skyscrapers; soak up the magical atmosphere; and savor a scrumptious buffet dinner. As you eat, drink and relax, be entranced by traditional Egyptian entertainment in the form of belly-dancing displays, singers and whirling-dervish "˜sufi' dancers. An ideal choice for couples and families.

Explore Egypt on a nine-day tour including a Nile cruise. You are greeted at the airport, where your guide helps you navigate the formalities of entering the country and bring you to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a tour of the pyramids and a flight to Aswan. Next, depart on your Nile cruise and see the Temple of Philae. Continue down the Nile to the city of Luxor, where you see the Karnak and Luxor temples. Then see the Valley of the Kings, and move on to the Red Sea in Hurgada, where you have free time to relax and explore on your own. Finally return back to Cairo for a final night and visit to the Egyptian Museum.

Celebrate an evening in Cairo with a glittering 2-hour dinner cruise along the iconic Nile River. Step aboard the elegant Nile Maxim cruise boat, and soak up the sparkling city lights, delicious food and live entertainment as you glide along the beautiful Nile. Feast on your choice of either a scrumptious set menu or à la carte menu; listen to tunes from the house band; and enjoy an after-dinner folklore show featuring sequinned belly dancers and spinning ‘tanoura’ artistes performing to foot-tapping folklore music.

Experience eight days of pure beauty on this Nile River cruise from Luxor that includes a stop in Aswan and an optional private guide to enhance this memorable experience. Explore historic temples, ancient relics and quiet tombs of the Upper Nile in what may well be the most impressive outdoor museum on earth.Select guided tours along the way at stops like the Valley of the Kings, the Karnak and Luxor Temples, Philae Temple in Aswan and Edfu Temple. Enjoy exciting additional excursions like hot-air balloon rides over Luxor and Nubian dance performances. Opt for a private tour upgrade to enjoy the experience and knowledge of your own Egyptologist with a trip designed to meet all your expectations and interests.

Sea Scope semi submarine is the best option for everybody to see and enjoy the marine life of the Red Sea without getting wet. Kids love it and adults also.

Discover an Egyptian island paradise on a full-day tour from Hurghada to Giftun Island National Park, and enjoy sun, sand and world-class snorkeling. Watch for dolphins during the 45-minute ride from the coast, then slip into the water to explore a thriving reef system. Snorkel alongside bright fishes and vibrant coral in the protected area, and pause for a scenic picnic lunch onboard your boat. Head to shore to check out Giftun Island's many active options, keep exploring the reef or simply soak up the sun before returning to Hurghada.