7 Nights Dahabeya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan

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7 Nights | An Intimate Journey on the Timeless Nile

Descrption Of Package

Sail in Elegance Through the Heart of Ancient Egypt

Between Luxor and Aswan, discover the magic of Egypt aboard a dahabeya, a traditional sailboat with elegant lateen sails. With only 6–8 tastefully decorated cabins, each with private facilities, the dahabeya offers intimacy, comfort, and personalized service. From golden dunes to lush palm groves and colorful riverside villages, each day unveils a new facet of the Nile’s eternal beauty. Perfect for couples, families, or friends seeking an exclusive and authentic voyage.

What’s Included

✔ 2 nights in carefully selected hotels (Luxor & Aswan)
✔ 5 nights aboard a luxury dahabeya (private cabin with en-suite)
✔ All entrance fees to sites mentioned in the program
✔ Private air-conditioned transfers
✔ Full-board on the dahabeya (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Professional Egyptologist guide

Not Included

✘ International flights
✘ Optional Abu Simbel excursion
✘ Drinks during meals
✘ Tips for crew, guide & driver

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Luxor
Welcome at Luxor Airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Luxor.

Day 2 – Luxor: Karnak & Luxor Temples

  • Morning visit to the Temple of Karnak, the largest religious complex of ancient Egypt.

  • Afternoon tour of the Temple of Luxor, a masterpiece of Egyptian sacred architecture.
    Overnight in Luxor.

Day 3 – Luxor West Bank & Embarkation at Esna

  • Explore the Valley of the Kings, final resting place of pharaohs.

  • Admire the Colossi of Memnon and the unique Temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

  • Transfer to Esna and board your dahabeya. Afternoon sailing and relaxation.
    Dinner and overnight on board near El Hegz.

Day 4 – Elkab, Edfu & Bassaw Island

  • Visit Elkab, ancient capital of Upper Egypt with rock-cut tombs.

  • Explore the impressive Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus, by horse-drawn carriage.

  • Stroll through Bassaw Island, meet locals, and enjoy authentic encounters.
    Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 5 – Gebel el-Silsila, Kom Ombo & Daraw

  • Visit the quarries of Gebel el-Silsila, source of sandstone for Egypt’s temples.

  • Explore the twin Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus.

  • Continue sailing to Daraw.
    Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 6 – Daraw Market, Herbiab Island & Philae

  • Discover the vibrant market of Daraw, with its colors and scents of Africa and the Orient.

  • Stop at Herbiab Island for a walk through orchards and a swim on its sandy beach.

  • Afternoon visit to the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis.
    Dinner and overnight on board in Aswan.

Day 7 – Aswan & Optional Abu Simbel

  • Disembark in Aswan. Optional excursion to the majestic Abu Simbel temples (supplement).

  • Transfer and overnight in a hotel in Aswan.

Day 8 – Departure
Breakfast at your hotel. Transfer to Aswan Airport for your onward flight

An exclusive Nile journey – where history, serenity, and luxury meet.

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