Aboard · EGYPT BOAT TOURS
The 15 best egypt boat tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Spend about 8.5 hours on a Royal Cruise from Hurghada to Orange Bay, with two reef snorkeling stops, a buffet lunch, massage, snacks, and drinks. Guides including Andrew and Mostafa help with safety and timing, while early arrival gives you a quieter hour on the island.
“V good ! Enjoyed it … highly recommend C f CD de r”
Set aside 7 to 8 hours for a Red Sea boat day with guides such as Abdul, Ahmed, Nemo, and Arabi. You will get breakfast, lunch, drinks, two snorkeling stops, two hours at Orange Bay, and a banana boat or sofa ride. Pickup depends on your location and may cost extra.
“Such an amazing day! Everything ran smoothly from pick up to drop off. The food was delicious and the guides were so friendly, funny, and helpful. The snorkelling was a great experience and the island was so beautiful. Make sure you bring cash with you for the island. Drinks are quite expensive, around £10-15 each.”
Spend two hours aboard Hurghada’s Royal Seascope, watching Red Sea coral and fish through panoramic windows three meters below the surface, then snorkel for 20 minutes. Guides such as Mina, Mohammed, Ahmed, Maged, and Zezo help with the trip and water time. Hotel pickup is optional.
“The submarine cruise and snorkelling arrangements made by our guide Mohammed was excellent, we got picked up from the hotel and dropped back and it was fun all the way. I’d suggest him any day, good communication and he speaks good English. All over excellent services.”
Spend eight hours at sea with Go Shalabi, visiting Orange Bay, Giftun and Magawish Islands. Expect guided snorkeling, dolphin watching, breakfast, seafood lunch and unlimited drinks. Guides such as Ashraf, Ahmed and Talal help swimmers of different abilities, while the crew keeps the day lively and well organized.
“We had an amazing day out with Abobakr, Mohammed, and Mohammed!! Food was great, we were well looked after, beaches were beautiful, and snorkelling was amazing! If we could, we would have loved to be able to stay on each island just a little bit longer, especially Orange bay, as there’s so many places to take great photos there and then you run out of time to just relax. Otherwise wouldn’t change a thing! Thank you for a great day out!!”
Cruise from Aswan to Luxor aboard a five-star Nile boat, with guided visits to Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor, Karnak, and the Valley of the Kings. Early starts are part of the deal. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran and Saber are known for clear explanations and careful group handling.
“Our guide Mohamed Gobran was amazing. This cruise is good for people who like a fast paced tour of the Egyptian archeological sites.”
Spend two hours on the Nile with a buffet dinner, Arabic music, belly dancing, and a colorful Tanoura show. Hotel pickup and return are included, with guides such as Mariam, Mustafa, Ahmed, and Aladdin helping with transfers, seating, and photos. Expect a lively, affordable evening rather than a quiet sightseeing cruise.
“It’s very nice to join the tour and I appreciated my guide and pickup. It’s on time and smooth, so I had a great time on the boat. Of course, the show was worthy to watch and it’s impressive. I recommend the tour.”
Spend an evening aboard the Nile Crystal with a buffet dinner, belly dancing, folklore, live music, and sailing views of Cairo. Choose hotel pickup and return in an air-conditioned vehicle. Drivers such as Ahab and Asam have helped make some bookings especially smooth, though timing can vary.
“A very good way to enjoy the Egyptian culture. A truly amazing night. Definitely recommend”
You’ll sail three nights from Aswan to Luxor with Egyptologist guides, full-board meals, Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, and a Luxor balloon flight. Guides such as Mohammed Abdo, Hady, and Mido have earned strong praise for clear explanations and careful organization.
“The cruise was good considering the price. The guide Mostofa was also good. However there are some items to be considered before boarding this- 1. The sail time is only 24 hours. On day 1 you board the cruise and Day 2 they drive you to Abu Simbel that is 4 hours drive Read more”
Choose a 7-hour yacht cruise or 3-hour speedboat trip from Hurghada and nearby resorts. You’ll snorkel with guides such as Tito, Pepsi, or Walid, ride banana boats, eat lunch on Hula Hula Island, and enjoy a five-minute massage on yacht tours.
“Our guide Karin was an excellent host, but we were shocked by the level of pollution from the crew members who were throwing cigarette butts into the sea, contaminating their own environment. We found this sad and awful.”
Join FTS Travels from Public Beach Number 9 for a 6 to 7 hour Red Sea trip with dolphin watching, two guided snorkeling stops, lunch, soft drinks, and banana boat rides. Guides such as Mido and Abdul help swimmers and families, while sightings remain subject to nature.
“money for value is amazing 1000% worth it and amazing experience”
Enjoy a three-hour Cairo evening with private hotel pickup, a two-hour Nile cruise, buffet dinner, Arabic music, belly dancing, and Tanoura dancing. Guides such as Aya, Ahmed, Youssef, and Haitham have helped make the outing smooth, especially for solo visitors and families.
“We had an unforgettable evening on the Nile! The boat ride was beautiful and truly relaxing. Our guide, Youssef, was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole experience even more special with his stories and explanations. The driver, Tamer, was also wonderful – kind, helpful, and made us feel completely safe and comfortable throughout the trip. It was the perfect way to enjoy the beauty of Egypt, and we couldn’t have asked for a better team to share it with. Highly recommended!”
Spend about 12 hours with a private guide and driver visiting all three Giza pyramids, the Sphinx, a panoramic viewpoint, and desert ATV tracks. The day also includes a 20-minute camel ride, lunch, shopping stops, and a two-hour Nile dinner cruise with music and dancing. Guides may include Michael, Habeba, Hamdy, or Mahmoud.
“It was amazing, our tour guide Mona and cab driver Osama was amazing. They were extremely helpful and made our trip fabulous. I can't thank enough to Mona and Osama for making our trip grand successful. It's all thanks to both of you.”
Cruise from Aswan to Luxor in four busy days, with Abu Simbel, Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Luxor’s temples, and the Valley of the Kings. You also get a sunrise balloon ride, meals, transfers, and an Egyptology guide. Guides such as Mohamed Gobran, Mahmoud, and Ahmed Shawky Ali are praised for clear planning and strong historical explanations.
“Ahmed Shawky Ali is an excellent guide. He is clearly an egyptologist with extensive knowledge, love for Ancient Egypt and is very careful with the guests. You're on great hands with him. The food on the boat was very tasty. I enjoyed everythRead more”
Sail from Aswan to Luxor for two nights aboard a 5-star boat with private cabin, meals, and an English-speaking Egyptologist. Visit Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu, and Luxor’s major tombs and temples, then rise above the Valley of the Kings by hot air balloon.
“Ahmed Sony was a great guide for our Abu simple tour!”
Cruise from Aswan to Luxor for three nights on a 5-star ship with meals, private guides, and visits to Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the Valley of the Kings. Add Abu Simbel on day two. Guides may include Mary, Ahmed Sony, Zeinab, or Manal.
“We have just joined the cruise but I wanted to post a review about our wonderful guide Mariam. She was so knowledgeable and kind and we were so grateful to have her with us when we went to Philae temple today in Aswan. She filled us in on the history with the perfect amount of information, my 13 year old daughter also really enjoyed the tour. We are sad to learn we won’t see her again but what a great start to our Nile cruise! Thank you Mariam!”
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