Nile Crystal Cruise: Dinner on the Nile with Belly Dancing and Tanoura Show
Sail the legendary Nile at night aboard an elegant floating restaurant with live entertainment and an oriental buffet dinner.
The Nile Crystal Dinner Cruise offers an immersive two-hour voyage along Cairo's most iconic waterway, combining a generous buffet dinner with a lineup of traditional Egyptian performing arts. This experience stands as one of Cairo's most celebrated evening activities for travelers seeking culture, cuisine, and atmosphere in one setting.
Departing from a downtown Cairo pier, the cruise glides past the illuminated skyline of the Egyptian capital, revealing a side of the city that is best appreciated from the water. The interplay of city lights reflected on the surface of the Nile creates a visual backdrop that complements the warmth of the evening program.
The entertainment program aboard the Nile Crystal features a belly dancing performance by one of Egypt's recognized dancers, a traditional Tanoura spinning show rooted in Sufi folk heritage, and additional musical acts including a live singer and DJ. The buffet features a spread of oriental dishes served throughout the voyage, allowing guests to dine at their own pace while the show unfolds.
Tour Highlights
Sail the Nile River for two hours aboard the Nile Crystal, one of Cairo's most elegant floating restaurants.
Watch a professional belly dancing performance by a celebrated Egyptian dancer during the voyage.
Experience the hypnotic Tanoura spinning show, a traditional art form with deep roots in Egyptian folk culture.
Enjoy an open oriental buffet dinner featuring a variety of Egyptian and Middle Eastern dishes throughout the cruise.
Take in panoramic nighttime views of Cairo's illuminated skyline and landmarks from the river.
Optional hotel pickup and drop-off available from Cairo and Giza hotels, making logistics seamless.
All taxes, service fees, and handling charges are included in the booking, with no hidden costs.
Itinerary
A private air-conditioned vehicle collects you from the entrance of your Cairo or Giza hotel. The transfer takes you directly to the downtown Cairo pier where the Nile Crystal is docked.
Upon arrival at the pier, you board the Nile Crystal floating restaurant. You are welcomed aboard and shown to your table as the vessel prepares to depart.
The cruise sets off along the Nile, and the open oriental buffet dinner is served. Guests enjoy the river views and Cairo skyline as they dine throughout the two-hour voyage.
The onboard show begins with a belly dancing performance, followed by the traditional Tanoura spinning show. A live singer, DJ, and Egyptian folk performances complete the entertainment lineup.
After the cruise concludes, guests are transferred back to their Cairo or Giza hotel by the same private air-conditioned vehicle, completing the evening experience.
What Is Included
Included
- Two-hour Nile River cruise aboard the Nile Crystal
- Open oriental buffet dinner
- Belly dancing live performance
- Tanoura traditional show
- Live singer and DJ entertainment
- Egyptian folk show
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Optional hotel pickup and drop-off (Cairo and Giza hotels)
Not Included
- Alcoholic and specialty beverages (available for purchase on board)
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, and performers
- Pickup surcharge for hotels outside Cairo and Giza areas
- Personal travel insurance
Important Information
Ready to Experience Cairo from the Nile?
Secure your place aboard the Nile Crystal for an evening of dining, live entertainment, and views of Cairo's nighttime skyline. Reservation is required, and payment on arrival is accepted.
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