NILE VALLEY HOLIDAYS
Nile Valley holiday ideas
A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started
-
Alternative Egypt - Aswan, the Nile, Luxor and the Red Sea
Glide the Nile aboard a traditional dahabieh sailing boat, on a ten-day voyage, visiting ancient temples and Nubian villages along the way
10 days, from £4850 to £6300
-
Ancient Sites & Timeless Temples - A Tailor-Made Egyptian Adventure
Discover the iconic temples, pyramids and monuments of Cairo, Aswan and Luxor on this adventure through Egypt’s rich history
10 days, from £5200 to £6750
-
Set Sail on the Flaneuse du Nil - A Cruise along the Nile River
Cruise the Nile aboard the Flaneuse du Nil, a traditional seven-cabin dahabieh boat, which can be fully privatised to accommodate up to 14 guests
9 days, from £5200 to £6750
-
Historical Egypt Aboard a Steamship - From the Pyramids and to the Nile
Explore the historical sites of Egypt on this family adventure, from the bustling hub of Cairo to the storied streets of Luxor
9 days, from £5900 to £7650
-
The Eternal River - Luxury Cruise Along the Nile on the Steam Ship Sudan
Combine exciting stays in Aswan and Luxor with a timeless voyage aboard the Steam Ship Sudan
10 days, from £6300 to £8150
-
From Petra to the Pyramids of Giza - A Historic Journey Through Jordan & Egypt
Explore Jordan and Egypt on a two-week journey through their extensive history
14 days, from £6300 to £7700
-
A Taste of the Nile - A Luxury Cruise Aboard the Steam Ship Sudan
Bask in the splendour of Egypt’s must-see sites as you cruise between Cairo, Luxor and Aswan on the River Nile
10 days, from £6900 to £8950
-
From Head to Toe - A Cruise Through Egypt’s Past
Explore Egypt over 14 days, blending classic cultural sites with peaceful moments on the Nile
14 days, from £7450 to £9650
-
From Cairo to Aswan - Luxury Nile Cruise & World-Class Hotels
Explore the dramatic landscapes of the Nile Valley and fascinating sites of Ancient Egypt on this luxurious ten-day adventure
10 days, from £7650 to £9900
Nile Valley Guide
Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday
Practical guide
Best time to visit Egypt
Travel Advice & Information
Egypt Travel Advice & Information
What you can find in the Nile Valley that you won't find anywhere else?
The river Nile has always been the lifeblood of Egypt, flowing as it does from south to north for the entire length of this otherwise barren country. Well over 90% of Egyptians live in a narrow corridor a few miles either side of the Nile so it's the place to see the heart and soul of the country. As a result, a cruise along the Nile takes in many of this fascinating country's myriad highlights.
Cruise along the heart and soul of this country, starting out at Aswan or, indeed, in reverse from Luxor. Luxurious liners ply the Nile as it meanders lazily, the history of the world's longest-lived empire - which spanned 3,000 years and 29 dynasties - unfurling before you. All the better to enjoy this experience on a dahabiya boat, or vintage steam ship, amid 19th century style elegance, over five or six languid days, dining each evening on a long, finely polished wooden deck under a canvas awning.
Upstream, the ancient city of Thebes - latter day Luxor - has been described as the 'world's largest open air museum' and the Valleys of the Kings and Queens respectively (and the lesser known but equally memorable Valley of the Nobles) rate amongst the finest sites in antiquity. There is a huge amount to see while on holiday here, and Original Travel can arrange the services of an expert guide to bring the mysteries of the ancient Egyptians vividly to life.
Further south still, and beyond the navigable reach of boats, lies Aswan and the incomparable Abu Simbel. An awe-inspiring feat of engineering saw these huge temples moved after the construction of the Aswan dam - block by massive stone block - 250 yards up an almost sheer cliff to safety from the rising waters of the newly formed Lake Nasser. Gazing up at the colossal statues of Ramesses II it becomes only too obvious why today's equivalent of a quarter of a billion dollars was spent on the project.
And when the sheer density of cultural attractions becomes overbearing, we can always arrange an elegant escape at one of the fine hotels on the Red Sea coast where the best diving close to the UK is yet another bonus of a holiday in Egypt.