Explore ancient Egypt on a Nile Cruise

On this vacation you will explore ancient temples by foot. As part of these historic relics you may encounter broken rocks or cobblestone surfaces; no ramps or elevators will be available to access these locations.

Join a felucca for sunset views of Elephantine Island before embarking on your deluxe dinner cruise. This is an ideal way to unwind before making the most of this experience!

Enjoy the Nile’s Majesty

The Nile River was an incredible natural phenomenon that helped define ancient Egyptian civilization. Its floodplain, water and silt were essential in fueling agriculture and helping create a unified polity; while its temples honored deities while supporting ma'at - an ideology of balance and harmony within life and nature.

The Nile River played an essential part in Egyptian society. From being used for worship services and trade to being the source of travel and transportation, the river played an essential role. Boats played an integral role in the economy by expediting mining expeditions, building projects and general travel more efficiently. Funerary rituals also relied heavily on the transportation of objects used for afterlife purposes on and along the Nile.

As well as its daily impact, the Nile served as a boundary between Egypt and its southern neighbor Nubia. The river's basin features many cataracts that create natural barriers between Upper and Lower Egypt.

The ancient Egyptians known as Ateru took full advantage of this unique geography to construct monumental temples and tombs along its banks. Today, these structures remain among Egypt's greatest treasures and must-sees on every visit - such as the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Karnak Temples and Abu Simbel Temple are some of them! Other sights you must not miss while on a Nile cruise include Queen Hatshepsut Temple, the Valley of Kings or Abu Simbel Temples.

Treasures of the Nile Unveiled

Explore a country that has long captivated explorers, artists, writers and philosophers on a Nile cruise tours Don't miss Luxor Temple's Great Hypostyle Hall, West Bank Valley of Kings & Queens, Kom Ombu and Edfu temples as well as Aswan's Nubian Museum which houses artifacts of Egypt's ancient Nubian population and provides insight into their culture relics from Karnak Temple, This cruise promises unforgettable sights!

On a Luxury Nile Cruise with AMA Waterways, an expert Egyptologist onboard Harmony V and onshore will bring history alive. Experience Luxor (known in ancient times as Thebes), visit its stunning Great Temple of Karnak and Queen Nefertari's tomb; travel through the Valley of Kings and Queens where you'll get up close to its gilded treasures; and much more.

Explore ancient Egypt on an 11-day voyage that encompasses Cairo, Luxor and Aswan starting at $6,199 per person all-inclusive.

Beyond the Pyramids

Discover astounding treasures on an extraordinary tour through ancient Egypt, where temples and tombs decorated with intricate hieroglyphs have long captivated visitors. Your tour starts in Cairo - home of the famous Egyptian Museum before traveling onward to Giza and Abu Simbel for jaw-dropping pyramids topped by immense statues. Also explore Luxor and Karnak Temples along the Nile, tombs in the Valley of Kings tombs as well as Aswan High Dam and the Philae Temple dedicated to the Crocodile god Sobek!

On a four night cruise, you'll have ample time to visit all of Egypt's highlights: Giza Pyramids Complex and Great Sphinx as well as Luxor and Karnak temples; On a seven night itinerary you will witness even more tombs and temples like Dra Abu Nag and Medinet Habu, built by Ramses III himself.

Nile River cruises offer one of the most relaxing ways to travel across Egypt, as temperatures are cooler and there are fewer crowds. But no matter when or how often you go, a river cruise offers a comfortable way to travel throughout Egypt's vast landscape - most boats feature spacious lounges and restaurants as well as spa services and plunge pools; and most excursions to ancient temples or tombs with expert guides lead the way as well.

Family fun on the Nile

Your private Egyptologist guide will accompany you as you sail the Nile in a traditional felucca (sailboat). Take in views of Kitchener Island established by British army leader Lord Kitchener--and hear about one of Egypt's greatest love stories at Agha Khan Mausoleum.

Nile cruises provide an unforgettable journey, from four-night voyages to Luxor or seven night roundtrips, where temples and tombs adorn both sides of the Nile. As your journey progresses, more stops may become available however it should be noted that many sites require walking for long stretches at a time and standing for extended periods to visit properly.

Egyptian Nile cruises designed specifically for families typically provide children's clubs, where youngsters can participate in activities, games and arts and crafts to keep them occupied during free time. Additional onboard amenities may include spa services, library resources or plunge pools.

On Egypt Nile Cruise tours, you'll get to enjoy all your meals aboard and partake in an old world tradition: set seating at meal times. While many cruise lines have abandoned this practice, Nile ships still adhere to it so families can sit together during each mealtime. Furthermore, most Nile cruises provide fun onboard activities for an enjoyable and relaxing cruise experience.