5 Days Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan with Abu Simbel

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Saturday: Embarkation in Luxor
3 stops
1
Luxor
Arrive at Luxor, where you will be greeted and assisted with your embarkation onto the luxurious Nile Dahabiya. Settle into your cabin and get acquainted with the onboard amenities. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board the Nile Dahabiya as you start your journey along the Nile.
Admission ticket free
2
Luxor Temple
After lunch, you will begin your exploration with a visit to the magnificent Luxor Temple. This ancient temple, dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Khonsu, is a stunning example of Egyptian architecture and history.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
3
Temple of Karnak
Following the Luxor Temple, proceed to the Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest and most impressive temple complexes in Egypt. Marvel at the Great Hypostyle Hall, the Sacred Lake, and the towering obelisks that have stood for millennia. After a day of exploring, return to your vessel where a sumptuous dinner awaits. Enjoy a gourmet dinner while moored on the tranquil West Bank of the Nile, surrounded by the beauty of Luxor.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Sunday: Luxor to Esna – A Journey Along the Nile
3 stops
4
Valley of the Kings
Start your day with a delightful breakfast while enjoying the serene views of the Nile from the deck of the Dahabiya. After breakfast, embark on a guided tour to the West Bank of Luxor. Explore the magnificent Valley of the Kings, also known as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings, is an area in Egypt where, for a period of nearly 500 years from the Eighteenth Dynasty to the Twentieth Dynasty, rock-cut tombs were excavated for pharaohs and powerful nobles under the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
5
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Visit the Temple of Hatshepsut, a stunning example of ancient Egyptian architecture dedicated to one of Egypt's few female pharaohs, The mortuary temple of Hatshepsut is a mortuary temple built during the reign of Pharaoh Hatshepsut of the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt. Located opposite the city of Luxor, it is considered to be a masterpiece of ancient architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Colossi of Memnon
Conclude your tour with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive stone statues guarding the entrance to what was once a grand mortuary temple, The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, which stand at the front of the ruined Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, the largest temple in the Theban Necropolis. Return to the Dahabiya for a leisurely lunch as you prepare to set sail for Esna. As you sail towards Esna, take in the picturesque views of the Nile and its surrounding landscapes. Enjoy a relaxing tea time on the Sun Deck as you continue your journey, with the gentle breeze and the sound of the river creating the perfect atmosphere for unwinding. As the day draws to a close, indulge in a delightful dinner on board, served as you sail under the starry skies of the Nile.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Monday: Sail to Edfu - Visit Temple of Horus
2 stops
7
Temple of Horus
Start your day with a delightful breakfast as you sail through the historic Esna Lock, enjoying the serene morning views of the Nile, Continue your journey along the Nile towards Edfu, passing by scenic landscapes and ancient sites, Relish a sumptuous lunch on the Nile Dahabiya as you sail towards your next destination, savoring local flavors and fresh ingredients, Disembark to explore the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt, dedicated to the falcon god Horus. A guided tour will take you through its grand halls and intricate carvings.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
8
Edfu
After your temple visit, return to the Dahabiya and set sail towards the tranquil Al Ramady Island, a perfect spot for unwinding, Enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars, surrounded by the calm waters of the Nile as you dock beside Al Ramady Island.
Admission ticket free
Day 4
Tuesday: Sailing to Aswan
2 stops
9
Aswan
Begin your day with the tranquil experience of sailing towards Aswan, watching the sun rise over the Nile, painting the river and landscape with golden hues, Enjoy a delicious breakfast on the Nile Dahabiya as you continue your peaceful journey along the river. The gentle breeze and scenic views make for a perfect start to your day.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
10
Aswan Governorate
Continue your voyage towards the charming El Sheikh Fadl Island. As you sail, take in the picturesque landscapes and the serene atmosphere of the Nile, Savor a delightful lunch on board as you approach the island. The onboard chef will prepare a variety of local and international dishes to tantalize your taste buds, Upon arrival at El Sheikh Fadl Island, take a relaxing break with a traditional tea service. Enjoy the tranquility of the island, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Nile, Indulge in a delicious dinner on the island, where you’ll dine under the stars, immersed in the peaceful ambiance of the Nile. After dinner, the Dahabiya will set sail once again, making its way to Aswan.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Wednesday: Aswan Exploration & Disembarkation
3 stops
11
Temple of Philae
Savor a delightful breakfast on board, featuring a selection of traditional and international dishes as you take in the picturesque surroundings of Aswan, Begin your exploration of Aswan with a visit to the Philae Temple, a stunning temple complex dedicated to the goddess Isis, situated on an island in the Nile, The Philae temple complex is an island-based temple complex in the reservoir of the Aswan Low Dam, downstream of the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser, Egypt.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
12
Aswan High Dam
Continue to the High Dam, an engineering marvel that controls the waters of the Nile and created Lake Nasser, one of the world’s largest artificial lakes, The Aswan Dam, or more specifically since the 1980s, the Aswan High Dam, is one of the world's largest embankment dams, which was built across the Nile in Aswan, Egypt, between 1960 and 1970. When it was completed, it was the tallest earthen dam in the world, eclipsing the United States' Chatuge Dam.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
13
Aswan
Return to the Nile Dahabiya for disembarkation. Your guide will assist with the process, and you'll be transferred to your next destination or hotel in Aswan. (Optional): If time permits, explore more of Aswan on your own or arrange additional tours, such as visiting Abu Simple, The Unfinished Obelisk or taking a felucca ride around the islands.
Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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