Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan - Reviews

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Apr / 14 / 2025

Manuel

Spain

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En general muy bien, aunque vendan que el crucero es de lujo es evidente que tiene fallos , pero hay que comprender el pais que es : habitacion amplia y limpia aunque antigua , comida buena y trato correcto. El guía - Mohamed - nos quería vender sus propias excursiones a cambio del tiempo de las que tenemos contratadas en el crucero y an algunos sitios seguro que se llevaba comisión, pero por lo demás competente ,, recomendado. Translate this opinion into English.

Overall, very good. Although they market the cruise as a luxury cruise, it's obviously flawed, but you have to understand the country it's in: spacious, clean, though dated rooms, good food, and decent service. The guide, Mohamed, wanted to sell us his own excursions in exchange for the time we had booked on the cruise, and in some places he certainly took a commission, but otherwise, he was competent and recommended. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 30 / 2025

Domenico

Venezia, Italy

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Abbiamo viaggiato sulla Queen of Shiba ed è stata un’ottima esperienza, la nave non era nuovissima ma lo staff ha saputo rendere il viaggio piacevole e confortevole. Il cibo , se non si è particolarmente esigenti , offre un vasto buffet . Il programma richiede orari scomodi ma vale la pena affrontare i viaggi ( soprattutto Abu Simbel ) per la loro bellezza e per le conoscenze apprese grazie alla guida Mohammed. Esperienza consigliata vivamente Translate this opinion into English.

We traveled on the Queen of Shiba and it was a great experience, the ship was not brand new but the staff was able to make the trip pleasant and comfortable. The food, if you are not particularly demanding, offers a large buffet. The program requires inconvenient times but it is worth taking the trips (especially Abu Simbel) for their beauty and for the knowledge learned thanks to the guide Mohammed. Highly recommended experience Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 30 / 2025

Marco

Arezzo, Italy

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Bella crociera. Organizzata bene. Le camere sono pulite. Si mangia abbastanza bene. Nessuno ti assilla con la mancia. L' agenzia è presente per qualsiasi informazioni. Unica pecca... non viene specificato bene che l ultimo giorno la consegna delle chiavi della cabina è alle 8 del mattino però si può restare sulla nave fino alle 20 più o meno. Ci sono delle escursioni facoltative che vi consiglio di fare in autonomia. Siamo soddisfatti Translate this opinion into English.

Nice cruise. Well organized. The rooms are clean. The food is quite good. No one bothers you with the tip. The agency is present for any information. The only flaw... it is not specified well that on the last day the delivery of the cabin keys is at 8 in the morning but you can stay on the ship until 8 pm more or less. There are optional excursions that I recommend you do independently. We are satisfied Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 14 / 2025

Emmanuel García

Mexico

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El crucero superó nuestras expectativas, todo el personal, a bordo, muy servicial y amable. Y nuestro guía, Abul, fue asombroso, organizó nuestro itinerario de una forma inmejorable. No tenemos palabras para expresar nuestro agradecimiento con su apoyo, conocimiento y dedicación, gran calidad de guía y ser humano. Translate this opinion into English.

The cruise exceeded our expectations. The entire staff on board was extremely helpful and friendly. And our guide, Abul, was amazing; he organized our itinerary without any problems. We can't express our gratitude for his support, knowledge, and dedication. He was a great guide and a great person. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 09 / 2025

Jose Agustin Orol

S. C. De Bariloche, Argentina

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Muy cumplidores, enorme tranquilidad en esas latitudes. Muy atentos e impecable todo. El barco con sus años, pero reacondicionado muy bien en su interior. Estupendo personal. Rigurosos con los horarios ya que los programas son muy variados y ricos. Excelente gastronomía y hotelería. Todo bien. Translate this opinion into English.

Very conscientious, incredibly peaceful in those latitudes. Very attentive, and everything impeccable. The boat is a bit old, but nicely refurbished inside. Great staff. Rigorous with schedules, as the programs are so varied and rich. Excellent food and hospitality. Everything was fine. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Jun / 07 / 2025

Federico Hernan Rebecchi

Buenos Aires, Argentina

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Las actividades muy bien, todo bien organizado. Lo malo fue el barco, saqué la categoría más alta y no te daban wifi gratis (tenías que pagarlo a parte), dos veces han entrado a la habitación los chicos de la limpieza sin golpear "pensando que no había nadie", y Laa bañera se inundaba todo, un asco sinceramente y eso no corresponde a la categoría "más alta".

The activities were great, everything was well organized. The only downside was the boat. I got the highest category, and they didn't give me free Wi-Fi (you had to pay extra for it). The cleaners entered my room twice without knocking, "thinking no one was there," and the bathtub flooded. Honestly, it was disgusting, and that doesn't reflect the "highest" category.

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Nuestro equipo local siempre se esfuerza por ofrecer una experiencia óptima. Sentimos si la visita no estuvo a la altura de las expectativas. Tomamos nota de todos los comentarios con intención de mejorar. Translate this opinion into English.

Our local team always strives to provide an optimal experience. We apologize if your visit didn't live up to your expectations. We take note of all feedback and strive to improve. Opinion translated. Show original.

May / 26 / 2025

Nicola

Italy

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Nave carina, buon cibo, pulizia da migliorare. La guida ha chiarito che la gran parte del guadagno è la mancia e non il pagamento dell’agenzia.. ci stava dicendo in modo subliminale di dare una bella mancia. Gli ultimi 2 giorni la guida è andata via e ci ha affidato alla guida di un’altra nave, con aumento dei tempi di organizzazione per raggiungere l’altro gruppo.. per Abu Simbel ci siamo svegliati alle 1.45 e arrivati alle 6.15. L’ultimo giorno non abbiamo fatto il giro in feluca previsto. Translate this opinion into English.

Nice ship, good food, cleanliness to improve. The guide made it clear that the majority of the earnings are the tip and not the agency payment.. he was subliminally telling us to give a good tip. The last 2 days the guide left and entrusted us to the guide of another ship, with increased organization time to reach the other group.. for Abu Simbel we woke up at 1.45 and arrived at 6.15. The last day we did not do the planned felucca ride. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 19 / 2025

Noelia

Madrid, Spain

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Lo hemos pasado muy bien. El guia Ashraf y el grupo que formamos, ha sido lo mejor. Muchas cosas para ver en poco tiempo, pero ha estado bien. No me gusto la excursion a Abu Simbel porque son muchas horas para poco tiempo que te dejan y el bus era precario con un conductor extremadamente temerario (pasamos miedo). Es mejor hacerla por libre. El barco Ciela muy bien, pero el ultimo dia el check out es a las 8:00am aunque te quedes mas rato en el barco. Translate this opinion into English.

We had a great time. Our guide, Ashraf, and the group we formed were the best. We saw a lot in a short amount of time, but it was fine. I didn't like the Abu Simbel excursion because it's a long time for a short time, and the bus was precarious with an extremely reckless driver (we were scared). It's better to do it independently. The Ciela boat is great, but checkout on the last day is at 8:00 a.m., even if you stay longer on the boat. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 19 / 2025

Camila Pacheco Arriagada

Santiago, Chile

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Excelente experiencia en el crucero por el Nilo. Todo muy bien organizado, incluidos los traslados desde la estación de tren y al aeropuerto, lo cual fue de gran ayuda. El barco cómodo, buena comida y atención impecable. Nuestro guía Achraf, fue excepcional: muy profesional y con profundo conocimiento de la historia egipcia. Hizo cada visita interesante y enriquecedora. lo recomiendo al 100%, una forma ideal de conocer Egipto. Translate this opinion into English.

An excellent experience on the Nile cruise. Everything was very well organized, including transfers from the train station and the airport, which were extremely helpful. The boat was comfortable, the food was good, and the service was impeccable. Our guide, Achraf, was exceptional: very professional and deeply knowledgeable about Egyptian history. He made every visit interesting and enriching. I highly recommend him; it's an ideal way to explore Egypt. Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 05 / 2025

Alessandro

Roma, Italy

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Crociera eccellente, nave dotata di ogni confort, cabina super pulita e spaziosa, mangiare eccellente, personale cordiale, simpatico e disponibile a soddisfare tutte le nostre richieste. Il tour con la guida in italiano è stato spettacolare, posti incantevoli e descritti in maniera perfetta. Consigliatissimo Translate this opinion into English.

Excellent cruise, ship equipped with every comfort, super clean and spacious cabin, excellent food, friendly, nice and helpful staff to satisfy all our requests. The tour with the Italian guide was spectacular, enchanting places and described in a perfect way. Highly recommended Opinion translated. Show original.

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May / 03 / 2025

Viola

Roma, Italy

I travelled with teenagers

Tutto benissimo bel organizzato, la guida Momen eccellente, i pasti, il personale molto cortese. L’unica sufficienza la posizione delle cabine: abbiamo preso due superior che erano posizionate sopra il motore della nave. Per una abbiamo chiesto il cambio. Translate this opinion into English.

Everything was very well organized, the guide Momen was excellent, the meals, the staff were very courteous. The only sufficiency was the position of the cabins: we took two superior ones that were positioned above the ship's engine. For one we asked for an exchange. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 28 / 2025

Benedetta

Milano, Italy

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Ben organizzato, la guida Mohamed (dunas) molto preparata e disponibile, abbiamo visto tutto come da programma. Gli imprevisti sono stati gestiti bene (es. Per una tempesta di sabbia non abbiamo potuto navigare la terza notte). Alcune escursioni iniziano anche molto presto al mattino. Avevamo la nave royal vicking 5sup., pulita e cibo medio. Suggerisco di visitare autonomamente il tempio di Luxor o Karnak di sera il primo giorno all’arrivo, e il villaggio Nubiano ad Assuan (proposto in loco). Translate this opinion into English.

Well organized, the guide Mohamed (dunas) very prepared and helpful, we saw everything as planned. The unexpected events were well managed (eg. Due to a sandstorm we could not sail the third night). Some excursions also start very early in the morning. We had the royal vicking 5sup. ship, clean and average food. I suggest visiting the temple of Luxor or Karnak independently in the evening on the first day upon arrival, and the Nubian village in Aswan (proposed on site). Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 28 / 2025

Marco

Caserta, Italy

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Esperienza magnifica da fare almeno una volta nella vita. Le visite sono molto interessanti anche se si devono rispettare dei tempi molto stretti per rimanere in orario con tutte le tappe in programma. Gli imprevisti sono stati gestiti bene anche se a volte con un po' di severità eccessiva da parte della guida. La nave era bella con stanze ampie e ben tenute, il personale di bordo era gentile e disponibile. Il cibo molto soddisfacente e buoni standard di pulizia. Ottimo rapporto qualità/prezzo. Translate this opinion into English.

Magnificent experience to do at least once in your life. The visits are very interesting even if you have to respect very tight times to stay on time with all the scheduled stops. The unexpected events were managed well even if sometimes with a bit of excessive severity from the guide. The ship was beautiful with large and well-kept rooms, the on-board staff was kind and helpful. The food very satisfying and good standards of cleanliness. Excellent value for money. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 21 / 2025

Daniela Cubides

Madrid, Spain

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Organización del crucero deficiente, el barco no era 5* (piscina sin agua, óxido, fugas). Dunas Travel no dio respuestas claras y no se puede reclamar. Sin embargo, el personal del barco fue excelente, siempre atentos y amables, hicieron la estancia agradable. La comida, aunque no de 5*, fue deliciosa y variada. El guía Badr fue fantástico: organizado, puntual, divertido y muy conocedor. ¡Un gran acierto viajar con él! Translate this opinion into English.

The cruise was poorly organized; the boat wasn't 5* (the pool was empty, rusty, leaks). Dunas Travel didn't provide clear answers, and no complaints can be filed. However, the boat staff was excellent, always attentive and friendly, making the stay enjoyable. The food, while not 5*, was delicious and varied. The guide, Badr, was fantastic: organized, punctual, fun, and very knowledgeable. Traveling with him was a great success! Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 21 / 2025

Jacopo

Italy

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Purtroppo non ci è capitata una bella nave da crociera, credo per il periodo di alta stagione delle festività pasquali. La cabina era priva di finestre apribili, il che la rendeva alquanto claustrofobica. Sicuramente la compagnia di altre coppie giovani ha allietato la situazione e reso meno stressante la permanenza. Le escursioni proposte sono state molto interessanti anche grazie alla guida che ci ha illustrato tutta la cultura dell'antico Egitto.

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Vi ringraziamo molto per il feedback. Lo trasmetteremo al fornitore in modo che possa tenerne conto e migliorare il servizio dove possibile.

Apr / 19 / 2025

Rodrigo Alfonso

Miami, The United States

El barco estaba bien, pero no estaba en la lista de los que se supone eran de la categoría 5* superior. El guía no fue muy bueno y las explicaciones eran rápidas y superficiales. La comida estaba buena, pero no había mucha variedad. El aire acondicionado en la habitación estaba genial y enfríaba super bien.

The boat was fine, but not on the list of those supposedly in the superior 5-star category. The guide wasn't very good, and the explanations were quick and superficial. The food was good, but there wasn't much variety. The air conditioning in the room was great and cooled the boat very well.

Sentimos que la experiencia no se ajustase del todo a lo esperado. Confirmamos que el barco era de la categoría contratada. Aun así, tomamos nota de todos los comentarios con intención de mejorar. Translate this opinion into English.

We're sorry that the experience didn't quite meet expectations. We confirm that the boat was of the standard booked. Nevertheless, we've taken note of all comments with the intention of improving. Opinion translated. Show original.

Apr / 12 / 2025

Isabel

Vizcaya, Spain

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El crucero en general ha estado muy bien. El barco bastante antiguo, pero todo correcto. Hay que destacar, que la comida era malísima, poca variedad y nada buena la verdad. El guía y las excursiones estaban bien organizadas, pero los dos primeros días en Luxor se hace todo con muy poco tiempo, sugeriría añadir un día más para no hacerlo todo deprisa y corriendo. Translate this opinion into English.

The cruise was generally very good. The boat was quite old, but everything was fine. It's worth noting that the food was terrible, with little variety and nothing good at all. The guide and the excursions were well organized, but the first two days in Luxor were packed with very little time. I would suggest adding an extra day to avoid rushing through everything. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 05 / 2025

Celeste Mena

Argentina

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El crucero fue excelente. Cumplieron con cada item del paquete. Durante toda la experiencia nos sentimos muy seguros y cuidados. El personal es muy amable y servicial. Las habitaciones son comodas y amplias. La comida abundante y rica. Los lugares visitados son increibles. Nuestro guia fue Ahmed y fue excelente. Se preocupaba por todos los miembros del grupo. Nos infromaba de todos los detalles de los lugares visitados con mucha paciencia. Quedamos muy felices y satisfechos con la eleccion. Translate this opinion into English.

The cruise was excellent. They fulfilled every aspect of the package. Throughout the entire experience, we felt very safe and cared for. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. The food was plentiful and delicious. The places we visited were incredible. Our guide, Ahmed, was excellent. He cared for everyone in the group. He patiently informed us of every detail of the places we visited. We were very happy and satisfied with our choice. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 05 / 2025

Cristina

Aranda De Duero, Spain

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Mi pareja y yo salimos muy contentos del crucero. Contratamos el modo standard y el barco Sthepanie nos dio buen servicio. La habitación era cómoda, las comidas estaban buenas y el personal era amable. Por otro lado, nuestro guía fue Ahmed. Es un chico encantador. Persona muy cercana a nosotros y agradable, nos ayudó a ante cualquier duda y nos dió buenas explicaciones de los lugares que visitamos y experiencias propias. Lo único negativo son las paradas para vender especias, esencias… Translate this opinion into English.

My partner and I were very happy with the cruise. We booked the standard option and the Sthepanie boat provided excellent service. The room was comfortable, the meals were good, and the staff was friendly. Our guide, Ahmed, is a lovely guy. He's very approachable and pleasant, helping us with any questions and giving us insight into the places we visited and his own experiences. The only negative aspect was the stops to sell spices, essences, and more. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Apr / 03 / 2025

Virgilia

Termini Imerese (pa), Italy

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Avrei messo eccellente,se prima di partire l'agenzia non ci avesse cambiato le date della crociera generandoci stress. Abbiamo dovuto cambiare i voli, rinunciare ad un giorno di crociera,compensato da un giorno in albergo ad Assuan, e abbiamk dovuto affrontare un allucinante viaggio di 5 ore da Luxor ad Assuan. Detto questo, la crociera è stata un sogno Ottima la nve,abbondante e vario il cibo, bellissime le biaite guidate effettuate tutte come da programma Translate this opinion into English.

I would have put excellent, if before leaving the agency had not changed the dates of the cruise, causing us stress. We had to change the flights, give up a day of the cruise, compensated by a day in a hotel in Aswan, and we had to face a mind-blowing 5-hour journey from Luxor to Aswan. That said, the cruise was a dream. The snow was excellent, the food was plentiful and varied, the guided tours were beautiful, all done as per the program. Opinion translated. Show original.

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