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Quick overview

  • Experiences: 5-star dinner cruises with transfers and beverage upgrades
  • Dining: 5-star dinner menu with veg and non-veg options
  • Live entertainment: Tanoura, belly dancing, and live folkloric performances on dinner cruises
  • Landmarks: Cairo Tower, Qasr El Nil Bridge, Al Funun Garden and the Nile riverside
  • Duration: 1–2 hours, depending on the experience
  • Transfers: Round-trip hotel transfer upgrades available

What to expect on your Nile Pharaoh cruise?

Nile cruise ship with pharaoh-themed decor docked in Cairo, Egypt.
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Board the Nile Pharaoh

Step aboard the 5-star Nile Pharaoh and settle in for your two-hour evening cruise along the Nile.

Dinner on board

Enjoy an open buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes as you cruise along the Nile.

Watch live Egyptian entertainment

Nile Pharaoh cruises include traditional Egyptian performances such as Tanoura dancing, belly dancing, and live folkloric music. Performances take place during the cruise while you dine and sail along the Nile.

See Cairo from the water

Cruise past Cairo's riverside landmarks and illuminated skyline. You can see Cairo Tower, Qasr El Nil Bridge, Al Funun Garden and Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza.

Upgrade to transfers and/or beverages

Depending on your ticket, you can add round-trip hotel transfers or beverages, including 1 soft drink and 1 hot drink, to your cruise experience.

Choose the right Nile Pharaoh cruise

Nile Pharaoh Dinner Cruise

Best for: Visitors who already have their own transportation.

Includes:

  • 2-hour cruise aboard the 5-star Nile Pharaoh
  • Open buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
  • Live Tanoura, belly dance, and folkloric performances
  • Views of Cairo Tower, Qasr El Nil Bridge, and Al Funun Garden

Nile Pharaoh Dinner Cruise with Beverage

Best for: Visitors who want a drink included with their dinner.

Includes:

  • 1 hot drink and 1 soft drink
  • 2-hour cruise aboard the 5-star Nile Pharaoh
  • Open buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
  • Live Tanoura, belly dance, and folkloric performances
  • Views of Cairo Tower, Qasr El Nil Bridge, and Al Funun Garden

Nile Pharaoh Dinner Cruise with Hotel Transfer

Best for: Visitors looking for hotel pickup and drop-off.

Includes:

  • Private round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • 2-hour cruise aboard the 5-star Nile Pharaoh
  • Open buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
  • Live Tanoura, belly dance, and folkloric performances
  • Views of Cairo Tower, Qasr El Nil Bridge, and Al Funun Garden

Nile Pharaoh Dinner Cruise with Hotel Transfer + Beverage

Best for: Visitors who want dinner, drinks, and hotel transfers in one ticket.

Includes:

  • Private round-trip hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1 hot drink and 1 soft drink
  • 2-hour cruise aboard the 5-star Nile Pharaoh
  • Open buffet dinner with vegetarian and non-vegetarian options
  • Live Tanoura, belly dance, and folkloric performances
  • Views of Cairo Tower, Qasr El Nil Bridge, and Al Funun Garden

Why choose a Nile Pharaoh cruise?

5-star dinner cruise

Enjoy a two-hour cruise along the Nile aboard the 5-star Nile Pharaoh.

Dinner with live entertainment

Enjoy a buffet dinner alongside belly dancing, Tanoura, and Egyptian folkloric performances.

See Cairo at night

Take in views of Cairo's illuminated landmarks from the Nile as you cruise through the city.

Optional upgrades

Choose a ticket with round-trip hotel transfers and/or 1 soft drink and 1 hot drink.

Landmarks you'll see during the cruise

Sailboat on the Nile River with Cairo Tower and cityscape in the background.

Cairo Tower

One of Cairo's best-known landmarks, the tower rises above Gezira Island and is particularly visible from the Nile after dark.

Qasr El Nil Bridge entrance with lion statues and city skyline in Cairo, Egypt.
Palm trees lining a pathway in Al Funun Garden.
Four Seasons Hotel Cairo at Nile Plaza exterior view.
Felucca sailboat on the Nile with Cairo Tower in the background at sunset.

Plan your Nile Pharaoh cruise

Musician playing percussion on a Nile dinner cruise.
  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Arrival: Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.
  • Cruise timing: The exact departure time varies by booking and is confirmed with your ticket.
  • Hotel transfers: If selected, pickup is scheduled 45–90 minutes before departure, depending on your hotel location.

Best time to visit

The best time to take the Nile Pharaoh dinner cruise is in the evening, when you can enjoy dinner and live entertainment while taking in views of Cairo's illuminated skyline and riverside landmarks.

Luxury Nile Dinner Cruise dining area with elegantly set tables and red napkins.
  • Air-conditioned indoor dining areas on dinner cruise boats
  • Open-air decks for Nile and skyline views
  • Dining areas
  • Live entertainment
  • Restroom facilities onboard
  • Bars serving additional drinks
Wheelchair access ramp sign with cityscape background.
  • Boarding generally involves a gangway, which may vary depending on river conditions.
  • Accessibility can differ between boats and boarding points.
  • Guests requiring mobility assistance should contact the operator before booking.
  • Private hotel transfers can reduce the amount of walking required between your hotel and the pier.
Mobile ticket scanning at a tour entrance with QR code on screen.
  • Booking confirmation or mobile voucher
  • Valid photo ID
  • Comfortable shoes for boarding and walking on deck
  • A light jacket or shawl during cooler evenings
  • Phone or camera for photos
  • Cash or card for additional drinks and personal expenses

Tips & guidelines

  • Arrive at your boarding point 20–30 minutes before departure.
  • If you've booked hotel transfers, be ready in your hotel lobby at the confirmed pickup time.
  • Carry a valid photo ID and your booking voucher.
  • Smart-casual clothing is recommended for dinner cruises.
  • Alcoholic drinks and additional beverages are available at an extra cost on applicable cruises.
  • Inform the operator about dietary requirements in advance.

Frequently asked questions about Nile Pharaoh cruises

Choose Nile Pharaoh for a 5-star dinner cruise, Nile Crystal for a 4-star experience, Nile Maxim for luxury dining, or the private felucca for a private Nile ride.