Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise | Belly Dance, Tanoura &Private Transfer

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Location

Giza

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 15 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Location

Giza

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 15 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

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•7 reviews

US$25.12 per guest

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Guest

Adult x1

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Good to Know

Sail the Nile the right way — privately. While most Cairo dinner cruises pack strangers together at shared tables, this experience is reserved exclusively for your group. Your table, your pace, your evening. Two live performances are included in every booking: a professional belly dancing show and a traditional Tanoura (Sufi whirling) ceremony — one of Egypt's most visually striking folk traditions, performed in full ceremonial costume. Most budget cruises offer one or the other. You get both. Your Egypt Travels guide stays with you on board throughout — not just for transfers. They'll point out Cairo landmarks as you glide past, explain the cultural story behind each performance, and make sure the evening runs smoothly from lobby pickup to hotel drop-off. Door-to-door transfers from any Cairo or Giza hotel are included. No haggling with taxis, no navigating to the pier, no stress. Just show up in your hotel lobby and we handle everything else.

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Admission fees

Cruise boarding fee and all onboard taxes

Dinner

Open buffet dinner — Egyptian and international dishes

English-speaking Egypt Travels guide (on board)

Live music throughout the cruise

Tanoura (Sufi whirling) show

Private transportation

Private hotel pickup and drop-off

Live belly dancing performance

Gratuities / tips (optional, not mandatory)

Personal purchases

Step aboard one of Cairo's most elegant dinner cruise vessels and let the Nile carry your evening. As the city lights shimmer across the water, you'll settle into your private table for a lavish open buffet of traditional Egyptian and international dishes — while a live band sets the mood from the moment you board. The entertainment begins with a captivating belly dancing performance, followed by the hypnotic Tanoura show — a centuries-old Sufi whirling tradition performed in full ceremonial costume. Both performances are included in your ticket, and your guide will be on hand throughout to share stories of the river, the city skyline, and the culture behind what you're watching. This is a fully private experience — only your group is at your table. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic evening, or simply want Cairo's most iconic night out, this cruise delivers it without the noise of a shared group tour. Your Egypt Travels representative picks you up from your hotel lobby and returns you door-to-door at the end of the night. All you need to do is show up and enjoy.

STARTER

Hummus with warm pita bread

STARTER

Baba ghanoush

STARTER

Tabbouleh salad

STARTER

Stuffed vine leaves (warak dawali)

MAIN

Grilled kofta with rice

MAIN

Grilled Nile fish fillet

MAIN

Molokhia with chicken

MAIN

Seasonal roasted vegetables

DESSERT

Baklava

DESSERT

Basbosah

Pickup Point

Select a pickup point

Pickup Details

Your driver will meet you in your hotel lobby holding an Egypt Travels sign. Please be ready in the lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Pickup from Cairo International Airport or areas beyond our standard zones (6th of October City, Sheikh Zayed) may incur a small additional transfer fee — please contact us before booking to confirm. We cover all hotels in central Cairo, Zamalek, Garden City, and Giza at no extra charge.

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mscarnato89April 2026 • TripAdvisor

Excellent experience!

Very good experience. We were picked up in our airbnb the excellent Badr driver, and our guide Amir was very friendly and explained everything in perfect Spanish! They really are very kind

Response from ViatorApril 02, 2026

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed with us. Hope to see you again soon!

Sunshine49535583202January 2026 • TripAdvisor

Relaxing and Enjoyable Evening

It was a wonderful dinner cruise experience. The atmosphere was lovely, the food was tasty, and the live entertainment was enjoyable. Everything was well organized and it was a relaxing and memorable evening. Highly recommended

Response from ViatorJanuary 28, 2026

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed with us. Hope to see you again soon!

365nourwJanuary 2026 • TripAdvisor

Highly Recommended

A wonderful experience from start to finish. The Nile dinner cruise was amazing with a great atmosphere on board. The food was delicious, and the live shows were enjoyable and well organized. Egypt Travel provided a professional and friendly driver, which made the trip smooth and comfortable. Everything was perfectly arranged. Highly recommended.

fagr0December 2025 • TripAdvisor

A Fun Evening and Delicious Dinner on the Nile

It was a wonderful dinner experience on the Nile. The atmosphere was very beautiful and relaxing, especially with the night view of the Nile The food was delicious and varied, and the service was good. We really enjoyed the oriental dance and Tanoura show; the performance was fun and full of energy and excitement. My friends and I had a great time filled with laughter and lovely memories. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a special and enjoyable evening on the Nile

Response from ViatorDecember 16, 2025

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed with us. Hope to see you again soon!

godyandsDecember 2025 • TripAdvisor

“Nile Cruise Experience with Egypt Travels”

I had a great experience on the Nile tour with Egypt Travels. The trip was smooth, enjoyable, and full of beautiful views. Our guide, Moaz Osama, was excellent—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the tour even better. I highly recommend this trip!

Response from ViatorDecember 11, 2025

Really Appreciated ❤️