4 Days 3 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Philae Temple – Dahabiya Check-in – Kom Ombo Temple
3 stops
1
Temple of Philae
Your journey begins with a pickup from your Aswan hotel by your expert Egyptologist guide. You’ll head to the enchanting Philae Temple, beautifully dedicated to the goddess Isis. After exploring this island sanctuary, you'll board your elegant Dahabiya sailing boat and settle in.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
2
Kom Ombo
As you begin your cruise, the Dahabiya sails gently to a peaceful Nile island where you can stroll through the lush countryside. After a delicious lunch onboard, the journey continues toward Kom Ombo.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
3
Temple of Kom Ombo
Later, visit the striking Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely devoted to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). The temple sits dramatically on a bend of the Nile, once home to sacred crocodiles basking in the sun. After your visit, return to your Dahabiya to continue sailing towards Gebel el-Silsila.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Gebel el-Silsila – Edfu Temple – Besaw Island
4 stops
4
Wake up to a breathtaking sunrise on the sundeck as you enjoy breakfast with views of the Nile. Your first stop is Gebel el-Silsila, where you can admire ancient rock-cut chapels and quarries once used by the pharaohs. Watch from the boat as the legacy of Horemheb, Seti I, Ramses II, and Merenptah comes to life along the cliffs.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
5
Edfu
Continue sailing to Edfu
4 hours • Admission ticket free
6
Temple of Horus
Your guide will lead you to the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. According to ancient legend, this is where Horus avenged the death of his father, Osiris, by defeating Seth.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
7
Edfu
Later, the Dahabiya anchors at Besaw Island, where you’ll spend a peaceful night moored under the stars.
Admission ticket free
Day 3
El-Kab Island – Sailing to Esna
2 stops
8
Edfu
After breakfast, your Dahabiya sets sail for El-Kab Island. Upon arrival, meet your guide and visit the ancient city of Nekheb, one of the oldest archaeological sites on the Nile. Explore its fascinating ruins, including crumbling temples and tombs carved into the cliffs.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
9
Esna
Following your visit, return to the Dahabiya and enjoy a relaxing sail to Esna, soaking in the tranquil scenery along the way.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
West Bank Tour – Karnak Temple – Luxor Drop-off
6 stops
10
Valley of the Kings
After your final breakfast on board, it’s time to check out. Your guide will meet you and accompany you by air-conditioned car to the West Bank. Start your tour with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll explore three royal tombs, each with its stunning decoration (excluding the tomb of King Tutankhamun). Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built for Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
11
Valley of the Kings
After your final breakfast on board, it’s time to check out. Your guide will meet you and accompany you by air-conditioned car to the West Bank. Start your tour with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll explore three royal tombs, each with its stunning decoration (excluding the tomb of King Tutankhamun).
3 hours • Admission ticket included
12
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built for Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
13
Colossi of Memnon
On the way, stop to see the Colossi of Memnon—two massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood watch for millennia. Archaeological work continues at the temple site behind them, offering fresh insights into ancient history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
14
Temple of Karnak
Finally, visit Karnak Temple, an awe-inspiring complex that served as a major religious center for over 1,500 years. Wander through towering columns, obelisks, and sanctuaries dedicated to Amun and the gods of Thebes.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
15
Luxor
At the end of your incredible journey, you’ll be dropped off at your chosen location in Luxor—whether it's the airport, train station, or your hotel—carrying unforgettable memories of the Nile.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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