Dahabiya Nile Cruise Akhenaten Aswan to Esna 3 Nights
Dahabiya Nile Cruise Akhenaten is more than a trip, it’s a journey back in time, experienced in unparalleled comfort and style. In fact, the Dahabiya Nile cruise itinerary is tailored to your comfort and enjoyment. Akhenaten Dahabiya Nile Cruise ensures privacy, comfort, and a peaceful voyage along the Nile River. Moreover, you will experience the luxury Nile Cruise aboard an exquisite Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Esna. Discover the magic of the Nile Valley, exploring iconic Pharaonic temples and picturesque villages along the Nile course.
If you are a newly married couple, honeymooners, Dahabiya Nile cruise could be the best romantic vacation packages. Also, if you are looking for things to do with family, this luxury Nile Cruise is for you. Meanwhile, this Egypt tour tours are the best choice as a senior vacation packages. In addition, you will explore the majestic Philae Temple, Aswan High Dam, the unique Kom Ombo Temple, the well-preserved Edfu Temple. Besides, the famous Luxor attractions such as Karnak Temple, the magnificent Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the iconic Colossi of Memnon.
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Details
Duration 4 Day / 3 Nights
Cruise Location: Aswan Kom Ombo Edfu Esna
Cruise Schedule: Friday from Aswan
Group Siza: Max 20 persons
Pickup & Drop Off: Aswan / Esna
Cruise Type: Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Languages: English, French, Italian
Attractions
Aswan High Dam
Philae temple of Isis
Kom Ombo temple
Edfu temple
Valley of Kings
Hatshepsut temple
Colossi of Memnon
Karnak temple of Amun
Inclusions
3 nights accommodations on board Akhenaten Dahabiya Nile Cruise on all-inclusive basis
Expert Egyptologist tour guide speaks your language
Round transfers with new brand A/C vehicle
Entrance fee for all sights mentioned in the program
All services and taxes
Exclusions
Dahabiya crew tipping (40 euro per person per stay)
Guide and drivers tipping
Hot air balloon over Luxor west bank
Any extra tomb in the Valley of Kings
What to bring
Comfortable shoes and clothes
Sunblock
Hat or scarf
Umbrella, especially in summer
Warm clothes in winter
Dahabiya Nile cruise itinerary
Day 1, Aswan
Your unforgettable Dahabiya Nile Cruise Akhenaten Aswan to Esna 3 Nights experience begins when your guide meets you anywhere you are in Aswan. Your expert guide will ensure a comfortable and stress-free start to your luxury Nile Cruise. Actually, your discovery is the famous Aswan High Dam which is a rock-fill dam completed in 1970 with significant assistance from the Soviet Union. In fact, Aswan High Dam has brought immense benefits in terms of economic development and disaster prevention. Also, it remains a symbol of Egypt’s modernization and a vital national asset.
Next, you will enjoy a short motorboat ride to Philae Temple, of goddess Isis. This architectural gem was relocated to Agilkia Island to preserve it from the rising waters of the Nile. You guide will explain the historical side while passing from one place to another. Isis temple has amazing Mammisi or Birth House, small temple for Hathor, and the famous Kiosk of Trajan. Also, the carvings on the walls show interesting stories about Isis Festival every 10 days, Osiris resurrection, and last hieroglyphic text in whole Egypt.
At the end of your tour, you will be transferred to your elegant Dahabiya Nile Cruise. After checking in, a delicious, freshly prepared lunch awaits you onboard. Enjoy a free time to relax, sunbath, or read about while watching the Nile River and overnight Aswan.
Meals:
lunch, dinner, drinks, snacks
Day 2, Aswan Kom Ombo
Optional Abu Simbel Temples
For those who loves history, architecture, culture an optional trip to Abu Simbel is available. This tour is about 3 hours driving from Aswan to witness the colossal temples built by Pharaoh Ramses II. After an unforgettable visit, you’ll return to the Dahabiya in Aswan to enjoy lunch on board then sail towards Kom Ombo.
In case if you choose to enjoy a leisurely time on deck, you will enjoy a delicious breakfast with the chance to go to Aswan Souk, or just relax. Around 13.00 pm, the Dahabiya will sail downstream to Kom Ombo city. Upon arrival, your Dahabiya will moor directly beside the unique Kom Ombo Temple. Unlike any other, this double temple is dedicated to two distinct deities, Sobek, the crocodile god of fertility, and Horus the Elder, the falcon-headed god.
Kom Ombo temple has fascinating reliefs, including ancient surgical instruments, ancient Calendar, and astronomical ceiling. On the way back to your Dahabiya, you will visit the Crocodile Museum. Enjoy a delightful dinner prepared by the chef. Your Dahabiya will remain moored in a peaceful location, offering another night under the stars.
Meals:
lunch, dinner, drinks, snacks
Day 3, Edfu Esna
Enjoy your breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu city. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a short horse carriage ride to Edfu temple. Actually, Edfu Temple, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, stands as a testament to Ptolemaic architecture. Its massive pylons, grand courtyards, and intricately carved halls, including the Great Hypostyle Hall and the sacred Sanctuary of Horus, offer a deep dive into ancient Egyptian mythology and religious practices. At the end of the visit, you will go back to your Dahabiya to start sailing towards Esna city.
Meals:
lunch, dinner, drinks, snacks
Day 4, Esna Luxor
Enjoy your last breakfast on board before you check-out and head to Luxor for about one hour driving. Start your Luxor attractions with the famous West Bank, home to some of Egypt’s most iconic sites. We’ll descend into the Valley of the Kings, the final resting place of pharaohs from the New Kingdom, including the famed tomb of Tutankhamun. Explore these ancient royal tombs, marveling at the intricate hieroglyphs and vibrant paintings that adorn their walls.
Next, we’ll stand in awe before the majestic Hatshepsut Temple, a unique architectural masterpiece dedicated to the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, showcasing her power and ambition. Later on, we’ll pause for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
Later on, we will head to the East Bank, home to the monumental Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious structure ever built. Wander through its vast halls, towering columns, and sacred lakes, feeling the immense power and grandeur of ancient Egyptian religious practices. This iconic Luxor attraction is a highlight of any Egypt cultural tour.
Now your Dahabiya Nile Cruise Akhenaten Aswan to Esna 3 Nights came to its end and your guide will drive you anywhere you like in Luxor.
Meals:
Breakfast, lunch
Dahabiya Nile Cruise facilities
10 double cabins (ca. 21 sqm) with twin or large bed
2 Suite (ca. 33 sqm) with large bed, private terrace
Dining room with air conditioning
Each cabin has a large bed or twin beds with Egyptian cotton
All cabins have large, panoramic windows
All cabins are air-conditioned
Private bath, sink/shower with hair dryer
Two double beds that can be adjoined together
Safe box
Laundry service & housekeeping
Sun Deck with loungers
Satellite-TV, DVD player
Oriental seating area
Internet access
220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
Power sockets with 2 round pin plugs
