Nile Cruises and Excursions in Egypt: real experience from chats
From real experience
tipTo book Nile cruises independently in Egypt, consider direct operators like NileCruisers or vessel owners such as Jaz.
Agencies like 'Созвездие' (Sozvezdie) may charter Jaz vessels, offering another booking avenue. Be aware of fixed schedules (e.g., Aswan departures on Mondays, Luxor on Thursdays). If booking through aggregators like Tripster, always demand the specific vessel name and include it in booking terms. It's recommended to organize bookings in advance, before arriving in Egypt.
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tipTo book a multi-day Nile cruise in Egypt, especially if you are currently in Russia and planning to fly from Morocco, consider the following: Local guides or tour agencies on the ground in Egypt may offer better prices.
Online platforms like Tripstore are also a potential resource for booking cruise packages. If finding a suitable cruise is a deciding factor for your trip, ensure you research and book it in advance.
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tipFor excursions between Egyptian cities (e.g., Sharm El Sheikh to Hurghada), consider using internal flights.
Local airlines often operate special flights for tourists. When booking such excursions, ensure all necessary visas are obtained if regional travel requires them. Search for 'excursions by plane to Hurghada' or similar terms through tour operators or flight aggregators.
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ruleThere is no direct bus route from Sharm el-Sheikh to Hurghada.
Traveling between these resorts involves a long detour via Cairo, which is inefficient. The recommended options are to either book accommodation in one resort or take an internal flight, as ground transportation is considered highly impractical for tourists.
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ruleDirect sea travel between Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt is not possible.
The available transportation options are by bus, which takes over 10 hours, or by plane, which typically involves a layover in cities like Istanbul or Cairo.