Dahabiya Nile Cruise 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor
Overview
Book your extraordinary Dahabiya Nile Cruise 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor, redefining luxury travel on the iconic Nile River. For discerning travelers seeking an intimate and authentic Nile River experience, our boutique Dahabiya Nile Cruise offers unparalleled elegance and personalized service.
In fact, unlike larger cruise ships, a private Dahabiya Nile Cruise provides an exclusive journey, allowing you to discover the timeless wonders of Ancient Egypt at a leisurely pace.
This well-tailored Egypt itinerary focuses on deep cultural immersion and tranquility. Your Nile sailing adventure begins in Aswan, where you’ll explore the majestic Philae Temple and the High Dam.
As your traditional sailboat glides silently downstream, discover hidden gems and iconic Pharaonic sites like the unique double temple of Kom Ombo and the well-preserved Temple of Edfu, often inaccessible to larger vessels. Each evening, dock at secluded islands, offering breathtaking sunsets and a truly serene atmosphere.
Our luxury Nile Cruise ensures every detail is perfected, from gourmet dining prepared with fresh, local ingredients to spacious, beautifully appointed cabins. The journey culminates in Luxor, the world’s greatest open-air museum, where you’ll delve into the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple, Karnak Temple, and Luxor Temple.
This small boat Nile cruise is the ultimate choice for an unforgettable Egypt travel Package experience, blending historical exploration with supreme comfort. Book your dream Aswan Luxor Dahabiya Nile Cruise today and unlock the magic of the Nile.
Details
- Tour Details
- Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Tour Location: Aswan / Kom Ombo / Edfu / Esna – Luxor
- Tour Availability: Every
- Pickup & Drop Off: Aswan / Esna
- Tour Type: Sharing
- Language: English
- Wheel chair: Accessible
Highlights
Aswan attractions
- Aswan High Dam
- Philae temple
- Kom Ombo temple
- Edfu temple
Luxor Attractions
- Valley of the Kings
- El Deir El Bahari
- Memnon Colossi
- Karnak temple Complex
Inclusions
- Pick up & drop off with new brand vehicle in Aswan and Luxor
- Entrance fees for all the sights mentioned in the program
- Expert Egyptologist tour guide speaks fluent English
- Accommodation for 3 nights on board 5-star cruise on full board basis
- All services and taxes
Exclusions
- Tipping
- Personal expensive
- Hot Air Balloon
- Nubian Village
- Any Extra tombs in the Valley of the Kings
- Abu Simbel
What to take
- Vald Passport for 6 months starting from the flying day
- Warm clothes in winter
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunblock
- Sunglasses
- Hat or Scarf
- Umbrella
Itinerary
Day 1, Aswan
Start your Dahabiya Nile Cruise 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor when you meet your guide at Aswan airport, Train station or Aswan hotel. Your classic way to experience Egypt long the Nile River starts with Aswan attractions.
Aswan High Dam
Nile River was the backbone of ancient Egyptian civilization and controlling the flood was what Pharaohs and Egyptians wanted all the time. Hapi, the god of the Nile from his very deep cave under Aswan mountains controls the yearly flood. The dream of controlling the flood for agriculture circle, electricity generation came to reality by president Gamal Abd El Naser in 1972. In fact, 25000 engineers and workers achieved building the dam with the help of the Soviet technicians and heavy machinery. Actually, the High Dam contains 18 times the material used in the Great Pyramid of Cheops.
Philae temple
proceed with your guide to Isis temple on Agilkia Island with short motorboat ride. Upon arrival, you will discover the new location of the temple after the temple moved Philae Island.
Philae temple was the pilgrimage place in ancient Egypt and the cult center of goddess Isis. The temple witnessed the last hieroglyphic text, and was the last place where Christianity and Pagan lived side by side for about 600 years. Explore the Mammisi, Hathor chapel, Christan monasteries, Trajan Kiosk, Nilometer and much more during your visit.
After that, you will go to check-in at your Dahabiya Nile Cruise, enjoy your first lunch on board and overnight.
Meals:
Lunch, dinner
Day 2, Kom Ombo
Enjoy your breakfast and morning coffee while sailing towards Kom Ombo city to visit the only double temple in Egypt. In fact, Kom Ombo temple was built for Sobek the crocodile god and Haroreis, the hawk god. In this temple, you will experience such things you will never see in any other Egyptian temples. For example, surgical instruments, ancient calendar, temple division between the two gods.
End your visit with the Crocodile Museum before heading back to your Dahabiya sailing in front of Gebel El Silsila, the quarries area during the New Kingdom. Complete your way sailing towards Edfu while reading a book, watching daily life long the banks of the Nile or sunbath.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3, Edfu
Morning breakfast on board the Dahabiya then enjoy a short horse carriage for about 15 minuets to Edfu temple or Horus temple. Actually, it is the second biggest after Karnak and the best preserved together with Dendera temple.
Horus temple has the most complete copy of the ancient Egyptian Mythology known as struggle between Horus and Seth. In fact, we know a lot about ancient Festivals from here especially the Good Union Marriage festival between Horus Behdity and Hathor of Dendera. Moreover, Horus temple has a funny carving called Edfu WIFI, and the Oil Factory of the temple.
Back to the cruise and sail towards Esna for overnight.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4, Disembarkation Esna
Upon arrival in Luxor, and from your Dahabiya Nile Cruise, you will start a visit to Karnak Temple Complex, the largest ancient religious site in the world. Explore its vast hypostyle hall, towering obelisks, Red Chapel, Scarab and sacred lakes. This iconic Pharaonic complex offers an unparalleled glimpse into Ancient Egypt’s grandeur and spiritual healing system especially at Sekhmet shrine. Besides, the Open-Air Museum where you can see the Red Chapel of Hatshepsut and the Opet festival scenes, and the White chapel of Senusret I, King of the XII Dynasty.
Lunch
Enjoy freshly cooked lunch at a local restaurant with vegetarian and Vigan option meals.
Luxor west bank
After lunch, you will start your tour on Luxor West Bank, the ancient Necropolis of Thebes, renowned for its unparalleled historical sites and Pharaonic wonders. This Luxor day tours ensures a deep dive into Ancient Egypt’s most significant archaeological treasures.
Your journey begins with a visit to the iconic Valley of the Kings, the royal burial ground of New Kingdom pharaohs, where you’ll have the exclusive opportunity to explore several intricately decorated tombs, witnessing firsthand the artistry and beliefs of ancient Egyptian royalty. This is a prime destination for Egypt history tours and ancient civilization exploration.
Following this, you will proceed to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, a stunning terraced mortuary temple dedicated to one of Egypt’s most powerful female pharaohs, offering incredible architectural insights and panoramic views.
Concluding your West Bank adventure, you’ll marvel at the colossal Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III that have stood guard for millennia, providing a captivating photo opportunity and a sense of the sheer scale of Egyptian monuments.
This comprehensive Luxor sightseeing tour from your luxury Nile cruise ensures an unforgettable and enriching cultural immersion into the heart of Ancient Egypt.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch
Note:
Kindly, feel free to share your thoughts about the itinerary by adding or removing anything to be able to fulfill your needs.
Nile Cruise Facilities
- In-room private safe
- Large windows with a panoramic view
- Private WC
- A/C rooms
- Hairdryer
- Elegant fine dining room and lounge
- Electronic fire and smoke detection
- Chaise-longue chairs on the sun deck
- WIFI on the deck
Dahabiya Nile Cruise 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor Price
- Adult Price = 1050 €
- Kids 0-5 years = free of charge
- Kids 5 -11 years = 50% of the adult price
Booking
You can book your Dahabiya Nile Cruise 3 Nights Aswan to Luxor via WhatsApp or send us an E-mail and you will receive the confirmation on spot.
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Payment
- You can pay by Egyptian pounds, $, € or £
- Reservation should be made as early as possible to book your Dahabiya Nile Cruise
- Deposit payment should be 50 % during the Christmas and New Year holidays
- The deposit counts as part of your final payment
- The deposit can be made by bank wire transfer or sent via link
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation requests should be sent via WhatsApp or emailed to provide the Company with written confirmation that your reservation should be canceled.
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- Our main goal is customers satisfaction, Comfort and Enjoyment with professional expert guides, and best services.
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Tour Reviews
In fact, these traditional sailboats (Dahabiya Nile Cruise) offer an intimate atmosphere that simply cannot be replicated on larger vessels. Actually, It’s the perfect choice for those who seek an authentic, personalized, and truly unforgettable Egypt tour package through the heart of Egypt.
Dahabiya Nile Cruise itinerary allows you to explore at a leisurely rhythm all major highlights between Aswan and Luxor such as Philae temple, Aswan High Dam, Abu Simbel temples. Besides, Luxor attractions such as Valley of Kings, Karnak temple, Luxor temple, and Hatshepsut temple. Book your ultimate Nile adventure today!
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