Life aboard a Nile Dahabiya is filled with delights. You can relax in a deck chair on the sundeck, read a book, or simply watch the scenery drift by. Each day offers the opportunity to stroll through riverside villages, explore local markets, and discover ancient monuments along the Nile. An Egyptologist guide is present throughout the journey. Dining under the stars by the warmth of a campfire is an unparalleled experience, far removed from the costume parties on larger Nile cruisers. While there are no glaring discos, the chance to enjoy a performance by local musicians is available.
Dahabiya Nile Cruise 5 Days 4 Nights
Price
$1100.00
Tour highlights
Included / Excluded:
- Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure.
- All transfers to/from airport & hotel by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Accommodation for4 nights on 5 star Dahabiya on full board basis
- Certified professional tour guides.
- All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Entrance fees to all the sites as indicated on the itinerary.
- Bottled water during outings outside of Dahabiya
- All service charges and taxes
- International Airfare.
- Entry visa to Egypt.
- Any optional tours
- Tipping (Gratuities for your tour guides,drivers and cruise crew).
Itinerary idea in detail
Day 1 : Embark in Luxor
- - Meet and get assisted at Luxor Airport early morning.
- - Visit Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings.
- - Check-in at Luxor west bank .
- - Sail to Esna and have lunch on board.
- We set sail and start a fantastic and unforgettable time on the river Nile crossing Esna Lock.
Day 2: Esna, El Kab Village, and Edfu
- Start the early morning with breakfast while sailing on the Nile River, then visit the city of El Kab. Explore this lesser-known city, uncover its ancient walls, temple, and the New Kingdom rock-cut tombs.
- - Sail to Edfu and enjoy lunch onboard.
- - Visit the Edfu Temple and take a delightful horse carriage ride through the village to the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of Egypt's largest and most well-preserved monuments, with two impressive granite statues of the falcon god Horus at the entrance.
- - As we continue sailing, witness the simple lives of farmers and fishermen, the enchanting nature along the Nile, and the lush landscapes dotted with sugar cane fields, banana, and date palm trees.
- - Just before sunset, we anchor near Sheikh Rehan Island to savor dinner surrounded by a captivating atmosphere.
Day 3: Gabal El Silsela
- - We set sail early to Gebel Silsela, savoring breakfast on board.
- - Our day continues with tranquil sailing.
- - Post-lunch, we venture ashore to explore the ancient Pharaonic quarries of Silsela and the lesser-known rock-cut Temple of Horemheb. Atop the mountain, we are treated to a spectacular panorama.
- - Near Kom Ombo, we moor at the fringe of Al Bashir Island, where we relish a BBQ dinner.
Day 4: Sail to Kom Ombo
- - Set sail for Kom Ombo and, following breakfast, visit the site where we will discover the remarkably beautiful temple dedicated to Haroeris (Horus the Elder) and Sobek (Crocodile God). This temple is unique, featuring two symmetrical entrances, halls, and sanctuaries, making it the only double temple throughout Egypt.
- - Enjoy lunch on board and then continue to the city of Aswan.
- - Dedicate the remainder of the day to sailing until reaching the west bank of Aswan.
Day 5: Return Home
- - Breakfast on board.
- - Check-out, then visit Philae Temple.
- - Get transferred to Aswan Airport for final departure.
