7 Nights Dahabeya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor
- 8 Days
- 1550 Per Person
- Aswan > Luxor
Descrption Of Package
From Nubian Aswan to the Splendors of Luxor
Sail north along the legendary Nile on an exclusive dahabeya, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat with elegant lateen sails. With only 6–8 cabins, each with private en-suite facilities, this intimate journey combines comfort, authenticity, and attentive service. Drift past golden dunes, lush palm groves, and timeless villages while exploring temples, tombs, and vibrant markets. A perfect blend of relaxation and discovery.
What’s Included
✔ 2 nights in carefully selected hotels (Aswan & Luxor)
✔ 5 nights aboard a luxury dahabeya (private cabin with en-suite)
✔ Full-board during the cruise (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✔ Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the program
✔ Private air-conditioned transfers
✔ Professional Egyptologist guide
Not Included
✘ International flights
✘ Drinks during meals
✘ Optional excursions (e.g., Abu Simbel)
✘ Tips for crew, guide & driver
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Aswan
Welcome at Aswan Airport and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Aswan.
Day 2 – Aswan: Philae & Embarkation
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Visit the enchanting Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis, set on Agilika Island.
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Transfer to your dahabeya and meet the crew.
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Begin your Nile journey with lunch on board.
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Afternoon sailing and relaxation.
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 3 – Daraw & Herbiab Island
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Explore the bustling Daraw market, rich in colors, scents, and traditions.
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Continue to Herbiab Island: walk through its orchards and relax on its sandy beach.
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Possibility to swim in the Nile.
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 4 – Kom Ombo & Gebel el-Silsila
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Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek (crocodile) and Horus (falcon).
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Continue sailing to the cliffs of Gebel el-Silsila, once the great sandstone quarries of Egypt.
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 5 – Edfu & Bassaw Island
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Morning visit to the magnificent Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus, by horse-drawn carriage.
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Stroll through the charming village of Bassaw, meeting locals and discovering rural traditions.
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 6 – Elkab & El-Hegz
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Visit Elkab, ancient capital of Upper Egypt, with impressive rock-cut tombs.
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Afternoon sailing toward El-Hegz, enjoying the serene landscapes of the Nile.
Dinner and overnight on board.
Day 7 – Luxor West Bank & Disembarkation
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Arrive in Luxor. Disembark for a guided visit of the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
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Transfer to your hotel in Luxor. Overnight in Luxor.
Day 8 – Luxor: Karnak & Luxor Temples
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Visit the extraordinary Karnak Temple, a vast complex dedicated to Amun.
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Explore the Temple of Luxor, linked to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
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Transfer to Luxor Airport for your departure.
An intimate and elegant journey on the Nile — from Nubian Aswan to the timeless treasures of Luxor.
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