A luxury Egypt honeymoon package with us runs from around $1,699 to $2,399 per person for 7-11 days; a private dahabiya Nile cruise, the more romantic upgrade, starts at $2,049 per person for 6 days. The gap between those is mostly about privacy — a dahabiya carries a handful of cabins instead of a few hundred passengers, and that intimacy is priced in.
Key takeaways
- Luxury Egypt packages: 7 days from $1,699; 10-11 days from $2,299-2,399.
- Luxury dahabiya Nile cruise: from $2,049 for 6 days (5 nights) — the private, small-boat option.
- Standard luxury Nile cruises (larger ships, still upscale) run from $699-999.
- Honeymoon-specific touches — a private felucca sunset sail, a room upgrade, a special dinner — are usually arranged as add-ons on request.
Two ways to spend a honeymoon budget
| Luxury package + standard cruise | Luxury package + dahabiya | |
|---|---|---|
| From (per person) | $1,699-2,399 | $2,049+ for the cruise portion alone |
| Nile cruise style | Larger ship, more facilities | Small sail boat, a handful of cabins |
| Best for | Comfort and full-service amenities | Privacy and a quieter, more intimate pace |
See our full Egypt honeymoon guide for where to base a romantic itinerary, and Nile cruise vs dahabiya for that specific choice.
What drives the cost
- Dahabiya vs standard cruise ship is the single biggest swing factor for a Nile portion.
- Season — winter (peak) pricing is higher than summer for both hotels and cruises.
- Room category — a Nile-view suite costs meaningfully more than a standard cabin on the same boat.
Frequently asked questions
Is a dahabiya worth the extra cost for a honeymoon?
For most couples prioritizing privacy and atmosphere over amenities, yes — it is the closest thing to a private boat on the Nile.
Do honeymoon packages include special touches automatically?
Not always by default — tell us it is a honeymoon when you plan your trip and we build in the small touches rather than assuming.
Reviewed September 2026.