Skip organizing a complicated itinerary to explore Egypt, and book one convenient package to see Aswan, Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings with ease. This 4-day Nile cruise experience offers hotel transfers, boat accommodation, and trips to the major temples at Edfu, Abu Simbel, and the Valley of the Kings with an Egyptologist guide. An extra highlight includes a hot air balloon ride over Luxor.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
4.7★286 de recenzii
Wonderful experience. A huge thank you to our guide, Amr, who was very professional and kind, as well as to the entire boat crew, who were fantastic! The hot air balloon ride was canceled by the Egyptian government, but the refund is currently being processed by Viator
Cédric O · iun. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Overall, this was a good experience, and I would recommend it. However, there are a few important details that future travelers should keep in mind before booking. As I did thorough research and had already read in various previous reviews, I knew that communication with the tour operator would likely be last-minute, so I did not worry too much about it. My package included the cruise as well as flights from Cairo to Aswan and from Luxor back to Cairo. Flight information was sent to us the night before each departure, and everything went smoothly without any complications. So be patient. One important thing to know is that the cruise operates on specific schedules: Wednesday to Saturday (4-day cruise) or Saturday to Wednesday (5-day cruise). Even if the booking app allows you to reserve different start dates, be aware that your itinerary may be changed at the last minute to match the cruise’s departure schedule. The ship itself was somewhat dated. Painting work had taken place before our stay, but the smell of oil paint was still lingering throughout most of the vessel, which was not ideal for our allergies and asthma. That said, the ship was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The food was good and had varied options, although the beer and wine selection was quite limited. Something that definitely must be improved is breakfast. We had to leave the ship around 4:30 a.m. for excursions, so we never had the opportunity to enjoy the regular breakfast buffet. Instead, we were given a very basic boxed breakfast that was mostly just bread. Providing a more substantial takeaway breakfast or opening the breakfast buffet earlier would greatly improve the experience. Unfortunately, our hot air balloon ride was canceled because it was too windy. However, we received a full refund through GetYourGuide without any issues, which was very much appreciated. It also lets you know about their sense of responsibility towards the guests safety. Excellent for that. The whole tour itself is very comprehensive and covers the most important temples and historical sites between Aswan and Luxor. Our guides, Amr Diffallah and Mahmoud Habibi, were friendly and somewhat knowledgeable. However, at times the presentations felt repetitive because the guides would often repeat the names of sites, temples, or historical figures multiple times without providing much additional context or substantial information. For example, names such as the Coptic Church, Karnak Temple, or various kings' names were repeated frequently, but the explanations did not always go into enough depth. Egypt is a country filled with incredible history, culture, and world-famous monuments. Visiting the temples, tombs, and archaeological sites was unforgettable. However, travelers should arrive with realistic expectations and an open mind if visiting for the first time. No matter how many people warn you about what you will encounter, it will still be a shock. One aspect that significantly affected our experience was the level of pollution in many areas. Litter was visible throughout the streets and even along parts of the Nile, which was extremely frustrating and disappointing. In addition, we experienced frequent harassment from locals, including persistent requests for tips, unsolicited assistance only to ask for tips after, and aggressive attempts to sell souvenirs. This was often overwhelming and made the experience considerably less pleasant than it should have been, especially for us first-time visitors. Despite these challenges, I would absolutely recommend visiting Egypt. The temples, ancient history, and unique cultural experiences make it unique a destination to visit. However it is of utmost importance to understand what to expect beforehand, as the cultural differences and overall experience can be quite a shock for some travelers.
C9772DCmarid · iun. 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
I booked a large group tour with Mody Egypt Tours for 15 family members in November 2025 for travel in April 2026. We chose to book directly rather than through a third-party platform because we needed domestic flights between Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor included in the package. Initially, my experience was positive. I communicated with Eriny, who was responsive, helpful, and addressed my concerns. As the organiser of a trip for 15 people, I was naturally cautious after reading some negative reviews online, but Eriny's professionalism gave me confidence. Unfortunately, everything changed when Eriny left the company. In early March 2026, I was referred to Mostafa, and communication deteriorated dramatically. Messages often went unanswered, phone calls were ignored, and when replies did arrive they frequently failed to address the questions being asked. The most alarming issue occurred just two days before our tour was due to begin—a tour that had been booked and planned five months earlier. When I contacted Mostafa to confirm our flights from Cairo to Aswan, he informed me that flights were "not available" on the day we were due to travel and suggested rescheduling later in the week. This would have completely disrupted our carefully planned itinerary through Egypt and Jordan and caused us to miss a family wedding. When I checked independently, I could see flights available. After further discussion, the explanation changed from "no flights to Aswan" to "no flights back from Luxor." Again, I found available flights myself. During this time, communication remained extremely poor. Fortunately, I have Egyptian family members with contacts in the tourism industry. After several hours attempting to reach Mody Egypt Tours and eventually threatening to report the matter to Egyptian tourism authorities, a compromise was reached. We agreed to spend an additional night in Luxor due to scheduling issues with the return flight. The "5-star Nile cruise" we received was nowhere near the standard advertised. The vessel felt closer to a 2-star experience. Multiple rooms had significant issues including: - Non-functioning air conditioning - Strong diesel/boat fuel odours - Hair found in supposedly clean bedding Five couples requested room changes because the smell of fuel fumes in their cabins was overwhelming. Staff were reluctant to assist, making the process unnecessarily difficult. The food was equally disappointing—often cold, dry, and of poor quality, full of fluorescent food colouring! Another concern was being required to pay staff tips upfront. As someone from Australia, I find it unusual to be expected to pay gratuities before receiving the service. The additional night in Luxor became another major issue. Mody Egypt Tours attempted to charge us an extra USD $350 per person for one additional night. For our group of 15 people occupying seven rooms, this would have amounted to USD $5,250 for a single night (more than 50% of our total tour cost which had included flights). Instead, we found accommodation ourselves at a genuine 5-star Nile-side resort in Luxor for approximately USD $40 per person. The final issue involved payment of the remaining tour balance. The original payment link sent by Mostafa incorrectly attempted to charge me USD $6,720 instead of the remaining balance of USD $5,022. After I challenged this, a new payment link was sent but failed to work. I was then asked to pay onboard. When I met with the tour guide, Mohammed, he attempted to charge an additional 3% on top of the agreed balance. I showed the original booking calculations, which clearly demonstrated that the 3% fee had already been included, he didn't accept this. After approximately 45 minutes of me refusing to pay an additional 3% and Mohammed making several unsuccessful attempts to contact Mostafa, the correct amount $5022 was finally accepted. Egypt itself was incredible. Abu Simbel, the Valley of the Kings, and the many historical sites were unforgettable experiences. However, the stress, poor communication, accommodation issues, payment disputes, the blatant misogyny, and constant need to verify information independently made this one of the most frustrating travel experiences I have ever organised. I absolutely cannot recommend Mody Egypt Tours based on my experience. No aspect of this was worth the stress and never ending issues. If I were planning this trip again, I would book flights and accommodation independently and hire local guides directly rather than rely on this company. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.
roisinb44 · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Our guide Amir was fantastic, he has a lot of knowledge about Egyptian history and knew how to explain all the temples we visited very well. Super helpful with everything we needed. A top guide, the very best. The Cruise and stap are the best.Thanks.
Azorescouple · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Very fun, jam packed itinerary if you want to do a lot in a few days. Very early mornings which helped to beat the heat. Mohamed Gobran was our guide, very nice.
jordanpC4416RJ · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Superb cruise with Mohamed Gobran, who introduced us to all the most beautiful sites in the region and showed us great spots for taking photos. I highly recommend it!
68ghislainc · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor · Tradusă
The trip was very well designed/organized so we could see the top destinations along the Nile River. Our guide was Mohamed Gobran and he did a great job from contacting us ahead of time with necessary information to guiding us through treasures of Egypt. I have seen a lot, a have learned a lot and enjoyed every minute of it. Highly recommend the cruise and Mohamed!
714gosias · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Our cruise was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Mohamed Gobran, was very knowledgeable and friendly. His tour was very interesting and well organized. We absolutely loved this trip and highly recommend it.
5tatyanaa · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
The boat, the guide, and the excursion were all very good. The only problem was the organization before departure. Neither Viator nor the provider responded to our emails and calls. Moreover, the day of departure was changed by the provider a few days before the trip. It turned out that at no time did the boats leave on Thursdays, as they only depart on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays. This clearly reflects the provider's intention to attract as many people as possible. However, once in contact with the guide, Mahmoud, everything went very well. He was friendly, attentive, and answered our questions. He even organized a surprise for my birthday. The rating of 5 is for the guide and the boat, and a rating of 1 for Noor Egypt Tour (the provider) and Viator.
Carolina P · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor · Tradusă
We had a wonderful time on the cruise from Aswan to Luxor. We had a nice group, people from all over the world. Our guide Mahmoud was wonderful,from the first day till our last day where he accompanied us to our hotel drop off. He was very friendly and helpful and always available. He made all the visits to the sites very interesting and worth while,explaining the ancient Egypt times and stories in such a way that everyone understood, always making a joke inbetween. He always chose the best times during the day to visit the sites before the heat and crowds arrived. I can highly recommend this trip, request Mahmoud as your guide, you won't regret it!
C324MXsimonek · mai 2026 · prin Tripadvisor
Excursiile și momentele tale de relaxare în Hurghada, cu încredere și fără bătăi de cap.
