Overview
Sail through the heart of ancient Egypt on an intimate and luxurious Dahabiya journey from Luxor to Aswan. This premium experience blends elegance, tranquility, and authentic Nile charm — offering a slow, serene, and deeply immersive way to explore the treasures of Upper Egypt.
Over five unforgettable days, you’ll drift through peaceful villages, golden farmlands, and untouched islands while enjoying personalized service, gourmet meals, and curated stops that bring thousands of years of history to life. Explore the majestic temples of Luxor and Karnak, the royal tombs of the Valley of the Kings, the magnificent temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, and the sacred island of Philae in Aswan.
Unlike large cruise ships, the Dahabiya offers a boutique atmosphere, gentle sailing, and exclusive access to tranquil spots along the Nile where you can walk through villages, meet locals, and enjoy magical sunsets from the deck. This is Egypt as travelers rarely experience it — peaceful, authentic, luxurious, and timeless.
Perfect for couples, families, or small groups seeking comfort, privacy, and a deeper connection with the beauty of the Nile.
Included/Excluded
- 4 nights onboard Dahabiya with full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
- All visits and transfers with an English-speaking Egyptologist guide.
- Tea time, sailing stops, and village walks.
- Box lunch water, banana apple and chocolate
- Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
Tour Plan
- Meet and assist at Luxor airport or hotel.
- Embark on your Dahabiya and settle into your elegant cabin.
- Visit:
- Karnak Temple – the grand temple complex dedicated to Amun-Ra.
- Luxor Temple – beautifully illuminated at sunset.
- Evening: Welcome dinner on board with oriental music.
Overnight on the Dahabiya in Luxor.
- Breakfast on board.
- Cross to the West Bank of Thebes:
- Valley of the Kings – resting place of pharaohs including Tutankhamun.
- Temple of Queen Hatshepsut – the masterpiece of Deir el-Bahari.
- Colossi of Memnon – silent guardians of ancient Thebes.
- Return to the boat and start sailing toward Esna Lock.
- Enjoy the slow, silent movement of the Dahabiya across the golden fields and villages.
- Overnight near Esna.
- Breakfast on board.
- Sail towards Edfu, stopping to walk through small Nile villages and palm groves.
- Visit:
- Edfu Temple – dedicated to Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples.
- Lunch on deck as the Dahabiya glides through timeless landscapes.
- Dinner and overnight at a tranquil island mid-river.
- Early sailing to Kom Ombo.
- Visit:
- Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek (the crocodile god) and Horus the Elder.
- Crocodile Museum – housing mummified crocodiles found near the temple.
- Continue sailing toward Aswan, enjoying tea time and sunset on deck.
Overnight near Aswan.
- Breakfast on board.
- Visit the highlights of Aswan:
- Philae Temple – dedicated to the goddess Isis, reached by motorboat.
- High Dam – a modern engineering marvel.
- Unfinished Obelisk – witness the artistry of ancient stone workers.
- Optional: Visit a Nubian Village by motorboat.
- Disembarkation after visits.
- Transfer to Aswan airport or hotel.
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