Nile Cruises

The narrow ribbon of the 1545-kilometre-long River Nile is full of monumental legacies created by the dynasties of Kings and Queens – they will fascinate you.

Nile cruises visit a wide variety of antiquities along the banks of the river. But equally important, they also allow you to gain a prospective of the rural Egypt, where people live much the same way they did even thousands of years ago:

• In mud-brick homes
• Tending their fields with wooden ploughs
• Moving produce via donkey

It is a wonderful experience to sit on a shaded deck of a floating hotel, sipping an iced beverage while watching 5000 years of culture slowly drift by.

Cruise Lines

Navigating the stunning River Nile is a privilege for the cruise lines. They have ships dedicated solely to the region, like the Viking River Cruises, for example.

• The Viking Osiris is the newest and most luxury ship sailing the waters of the Nile today. The ship was built specifically for the great river and boasts clean, modern design. Jump on board and you will sail to the fascinating cities of:
  • Safaga
  • Qena
  • Aswan
  • Edwu
• The Viking Ra, also built especially for navigating the Nile, features local motives in its interior design along with the elegance the Viking river cruise ships are known for.

The Best Time to Visit

While on your Nile cruise you will definitely want to get out and explore, so it is important to select the right time of year for your adventure.

The months between October and April are the best for travelling the region:

• The temperatures are comfortable
• There is a breeze on the river