Africa
Africa is not the first place that comes to mind when you think of river cruising. But guests looking for an exotic and off-the-beaten path location will love an African river cruise. Highlights of this destination include abundant wildlife, exquisite wines, stunning sunsets, and service with a smile. Many river cruises here include activities such as safaris, bird watching, visiting African villages, and experiencing African-themed dinners. On the Nile in Egypt, longship-style river cruises pair ancient temples and tombs with the same included-excursion, all-inclusive style found on Europe's rivers.
Nile cruises run October through April for the most comfortable temperatures, aboard ships that range from traditional mid-size riverboats to a handful of small luxury vessels; nearly every itinerary sails the same stretch between Luxor and Aswan, so the choice between operators comes down more to ship style and excursion pace than to route.
