Where to Book: The 11 Best Luxury Cruises in Egypt

1.Luxury Cruise Trip to Orange Bay with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,451 reviews · 8h 30m · from $53Our pick

Spend 510 minutes aboard Royal Cruise Hurghada, sailing from Hurghada-area hotels to Orange Bay and two Red Sea snorkel sites. Guide Andrew and the crew organize the day, provide equipment, lunch, drinks, snacks, and a back massage. You can also try a banana boat ride or add scuba with an instructor.

“Amazing trip - start to finish! The guide was so brilliant and we arrived at Orange island to a deserted beautiful clear sandy paradise! Followed by snorkelling and an incredible lunch! The only board massure, photographer and rest of the crew couldn't do enough for you! 10/10 would absolutely recommend if you're in Hurgada! Thank you for an amazing day! We had SO much fun”

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2.Sharm El-Sheikh: Luxury Ras Mohammed & White Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,462 reviews · 6 - 7 hours · from $33

Sail from Watanya Marina to Ras Mohammed National Park aboard a spacious, air-conditioned yacht. You get two guided snorkel stops, White Island, an open buffet lunch, and support from multilingual guides such as Mohammed, Islam, Mido, and Nemr. Hotel pickup is optional, and the $5 marina fee may be paid separately.

“Well organised safety was paramount. The crew were very attentive. The snorkelling was amazing and outstanding in every way. An experience never to be forgotten.”

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3.Royal Luxury VIP Cruise to Orange Bay with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 606 reviews · 8h 30m · from $53

Spend about 8.5 hours aboard Royal Cruise Hurghada, with hotel pickup from Hurghada, Makadi Bay, Safaga, Sahl Hasheesh, or El Gouna. Expect Orange Bay, two snorkeling stops, buffet lunch, unlimited drinks, a massage, and banana boat fun. Optional scuba sessions may be available onboard.

“These men are PROFESSIONALS. Book this guide with your eyes closed! Amazing value for money. Amazing day. Andrew is a fantastic guide. Bilal photography skills are phenomenal ! Thank you so much guys.”

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4.Luxury Cruise inc. Snorkeling/Massage/Island/water sport & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 500 reviews · from $54Top rated

Set out from Hurghada at 7:30 a.m. aboard a large yacht for Orange Bay, two snorkeling stops, water sports, fishing, and an optional beginner scuba session. Guides including Hisham, Andrew, and Baracuda help with activities, while lunch, drinks, snacks, a back massage, and hotel transfers are included.

“Really good service, the crew catered for everyone's needs and wishes. Food great, locations visited great.”

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5.ViP Private Effective Nile River Dinner Cruise in Cairo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 370 reviews · from $15Best value

Board an evening Nile boat after private pickup from Cairo or Giza. You’ll enjoy a buffet dinner, live Egyptian music, belly dancing, and a spinning Tannoura performance, with guides such as Basem, Asmaa, Lydia, or Capoo helping along the way. Drinks cost extra, and the cruise portion may be shorter than the full transfer time.

“This is a scam. DON’T EVER RECOMMEND THIS TOUR TO ANYONE AND DON’T GO. The food was terrible( it was probably the leftovers from previous tour or even previous day) we couldn’t even eat them and the first thing we did as we arrived to the hotel was rushing to a Read more”

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6.Enjoy A Dinner Cruise in Cairo Nile with unique shows (Luxury)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · from $100

You’ll spend about three hours on a Cairo Nile dinner cruise with private hotel transfers, an open buffet, live music, belly dancing, and Tannoura performers. The boat is marketed as luxury, but standards can vary. Vegetarian dishes are available, while alcohol, juice, and other drinks cost extra. Groups may reach 30 people.

“Had a family medical emergency on the day of the tour. Reached out to the tour operator more than 2 hours before the start of the tour explaining the situation. Kept insisting to attend the show in spite of repeated requests to either reschedRead more”

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7.Luxury Orange Bay Cruise with Lunch and Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 132 reviews · from $26

Set out from Hurghada Marina on a spacious boat for two guided snorkeling stops, a 45-minute visit near Orange Bay or Giftun Island, and an open buffet lunch. You get soft drinks, waiter service, and optional hotel transfers. The boat has an air-conditioned salon and an upper sun deck, though group size and language support can vary.

“Overall, everything was fine and it was fun. We were picked up really early and had to wait almost 2 hours before we got going. The transfer went pretty well, we tipped the driver on the way there and back. So, he was really on time. It wasn't exactly luxurious on the ship.”

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8.Elite VIP Cruise with Seafood and BBQ Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 95 reviews · from $78

Spend about six hours aboard the Elite VIP boat from Hurghada, with hotel pickup, two guided snorkeling sessions, sunbeds, shaded seating, air-conditioned salons, waiter-served hot drinks and sodas, and a seafood and BBQ buffet. Guides such as Mohamed and the crew provide help in the water, while Captain Walled has received praise for careful handling.

“We booked this tour through TUI at our hotel, and were informed about the day ahead. We were told what to expect and also told what to take with us, including €10 for environment tax - no problem. Upon being picked up from the hotel, we wRead more”

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9.Luxury Cruise from Aswan to Luxor 4 Days with Abu Simble Temple

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $650

Cruise from Aswan to Luxor for four days and three nights, with Abu Simbel, Philae Temple, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. You get full board, private guides, and transfers to an airport or train station. Khaled handles trip arrangements, while guides such as Mohammed lead the sightseeing.

“Luxury Cruise from Aswan Luxor..with best tours attractions every I have seen in Egypt..our room was so Beautiful having a Nile View all the forest day was super amazing our guide Mohammed was very friendly and knowledge by many informRead more”

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10.Luxury Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise and Show – Nile Maxim Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $112

Spend an evening aboard the Nile Maxim, a Cairo dinner boat with a set Egyptian and international menu, belly dancing, folk music, and a Western show. Hotel pickup and return are included in an air-conditioned vehicle. The cruise lasts about two hours, while the full outing takes roughly four hours.

“It was a great experience frim beginning to end. I recommend this tour company. I felt very safe and the communication was great.”

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11.VIP Pyramids,Camel,Quad Bike(ATV) lunch,Tickets & dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $50

You’ll visit the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and Valley Temple with a private Egyptologist guide, ride a camel for one hour, and drive a quad bike through the desert. Lunch, hotel pickup, pyramid tickets, bottled water, and a two-hour Nile dinner cruise with belly dancing and Tanoura entertainment are included.

“The day was so great, and I am so grateful for this package. I was able to get so many activities accomplished in one day and it was worthwhile. Hisham was a great guide, very enthusiastic and helpful. With all of the solicitors around, he did his best to shield me from anyone whom may be pushy. The restaurant chosen for lunch was great as well. I definitely recommend.”

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