Top Things to do in Nile River Valley
Top Hotels in Nile River Valley
- 1. Kato Dool Nubian House
- 2. Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan
- 3. Movenpick Resort Aswan
- 4. Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor Hotel
- 5. Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa
- 6. Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor
- 7. Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor
- 8. Nefertiti Hotel
- 9. Steigenberger Resort Achti
- 10. Jolie Ville Hotel & Spa - Kings Island, Luxor
10 Free Things to do in Nile River Valley That You Shouldn't Miss
The mighty Nile has been providing Egypt with water for millennia. Deserving of its reputation as the world's largest open-air museum, the Nile River Valley contains thousands of monuments at sites such as Luxor and Aswan. Don't miss the city of temples ar Karnak, the dozens of tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the massive rock temples of Abu Simbel or vast and powerful Luxor Temple. Visitors can float by these astounding sites on a felucca boat or cruise ship or catch a train from Cairo.
Restaurants in Nile River Valley
1. Fair Trade Centre Luxor Outlet
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By jillo246
We had a great experience both times we visited the shop near Luxor Temple. All the merchandise is handmade and a lot of it by women working through community projects. With a fixed price there is no worry about having to barter. The prices are fair and most goes back into the community. We found many beautiful cotton and linen items as well as beautiful pottery with amazing detail. On one of our visits we met Ahmed Farrag who was in charge of the shop for the day. He was very conscientious and left us to look until we had questions. He also allowed us to step outside to see the colors of pottery and linen in the daylight. He was very knowledgeable about the shop and its merchandise and answered any question we had on the items with ease. Ahmed made our shopping experience relaxed and enjoyable. I agree with the other reviewer that this shop should not be missed, both because of its beautiful and artistic handmade items, and the communities that it supports.
2. Habiba Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
A marketing outlet for quality handcraft & cotton of Egypt.Local producers are supported through the principals of fair trade. Beautiful embroidery, beadwork & hand loomed textiles are available together with hand beaten brass lamps. Cotton producers of hamam towels & fine cotton printed with egyptian prints.Prices are fixed & staff speak english. Open everyday 10am-10pm.
Reviewed By vincentgQ620KY
A welcomed reprieve from the bustle and haggling of the bazaar. Habiba Gallery is a proper store selling quality products. Everything is marked, so no need to ask for the price or haggle. I bought a beautiful pair of earnings for US$2!
3. ACE - Animal Care in Egypt
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 386 reviews
Animal Care in Egypt is a British registered charity hospital for animals. Please come to see us at work, and visit our in-patients. ACE provides free veterinary care and treatment to all neglected and abused animals. ACE also runs an educational programme, local school children come to learn that animals feel pain and should be treated with respect. ACE relieve the suffering of the animals in Luxor by prevention, maintenance treatment and education. Most taxi drivers know where we are and it will cost you appx 100le for a return journey to visit us via taxi. A registered charity. Donations welcome.
Reviewed By byegreg - St. Albans, United Kingdom
We visited this animal charity on recommendation on our recent trip to Egypt. We were impressed by the level of care shown to the many working animals that the centre caters for and the dedication of the team of volunteers (some from the UK) and the local Egyptian staff.
4. Aboudy Book Shop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Gawaaaaad
if you looking for Books , Postcards , History of egypt , ancient egyptian visit aboudy bookshop in luxor ❤️❤️
5. Alladins Cave
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By GreenDi7
My friend Jackson took me here after I had purchased some goods (water, milk and orange juice) from a shop around the corner. She asked him how much should I have paid, I had paid considerably more. He was not happy that we had been treated this way and asked us which shop we had come from. He went to speak with the shopkeeper and got our money back. Saladin is a perfect gentleman, he didn't want us to have a bad opinion of Egyptian people from our experience. The next time I went there to buy water etc. I wanted to buy a knife to cut up lemons, he lent me one from his home and told me to return it at the end of my holiday ...... what more can I say ????
6. Ata Bazar
7. Habiba hand Weaving
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 95 reviews
When you visit the shop and decide you want a scarf and you want a certain size, weight, colour or design, the girls will be happy to create the scarf you require. The scarf will take up to 3 days to complete and then you will have the most beautiful quality scarf for either yourself or for a present to take back home for a loved one. The shop has been open for over 4 years now and are starting to introduce new hand made products from the people from Luxor and other parts of Eygpt. Hand made beaded bags - purses - cushion covers - wall hangings are all stitched by the ladys from Luxor in their own homes. Table clothes - bedding 100% Eygtian cotton - curtains - bed spreads are also made here in Eygpt. The girls in the shop have started to weave lining a trouser - tunics - shirts can be found in the shop. Traditional galaba can be made to order from one of the very best trailors in Luxor. The galabas will take up to 3 days to complete. Thank you.
Reviewed By rosieharrison66 - Towcester, United Kingdom
Lovely shop with amazing hand crafted items at good prices, make sure you visit to enjoy hassle free browsing and the chance to buy from an amazing selection of scarves, jewellery, bags and loads more.
8. Gaddis & Co.
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Egyptian souvenir shop, the oldest shop in town that was established in 1907. You can find a unique collection of books, souvenirs, cotton products and much more. Also, we have the exclusive collection of Attya Gaddis Photography, a vast collection of photos of different parts of Egypt that were taken early 90s.
Reviewed By FrederickWentworth - Rouen, France
for books about Luxor and Egypt, photographs of old Luxor, curios, Egyptian cotton, etc. The choice of books is not to be dismissed as amateurish, it is really good and Mrs Gaddis is a very pleasant, knowledgeable lady (my wife says the old saleswoman is too pressing however).
9. Shop Sandouk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 36 reviews
Fixed Price hand crafts gallary. Handwooven shawls BedCovers. Exclusive Fashion. Accessories. Pottery. Wood. Glass. Alabaster, Basalt. Brass, Cupper. Rugs, Carpets. Home Decorations. Souvenirs. And much more...
Reviewed By miamyoung - Whitstable, United Kingdom
Best shop in Luxor for hand crafts and souvenirs. Some really lovely stuff. Fixed price. Genuine no hassle. The owner just left us look around while he sat and played his guitar outside. Found it by accident on the West Bank of the Nile. Recommend taking the public ferry and avoiding all the touting for business by the motor boats and fellucas. Peaceful trip after all the hassle and tat in Luxor souk.
10. Imhotep Alabaster Luxor
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 215 reviews
Welcome to Imhotep Alabaster Luxor - the oldest and most exclusive workshop among the other 80 on the West bank of the river Nile, in Luxor, Egypt. This place is almost like a museum, with excellent replicas of the known ancient Egyptian art masterpieces.Everything here is handmade - the materials used vary from wood,faience to different stones.
Reviewed By RobynL_CO - Denver, United States
Seeing all the alabaster throughout cities in Egypt you wonder what and where you should buy. After visiting Imhotep Alabaster you’ll realize that buying from a local company ensures you are getting the highest quality product. Plus, there’s some secret treasures at Imhotep you won’t find anywhere else in Egypt! I’m so grateful our tour company recommended a stop here during our visit to Valley of the Kings. I will have fond memories of my trip to Egypt for years to come looking at these beautiful pieces.
