4 Days 3 Nights Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Aswan – Visit Philae Temple – Sail to Kom Ombo
3 stops
1
Aswan
Your adventure begins with a pickup from Aswan Airport or hotel by private air-conditioned vehicle. Upon arrival, board your luxurious Dahabiya and meet the friendly crew with a welcome drink.
Admission ticket free
2
Temple of Philae
After settling in, you’ll begin your journey with a guided visit to the Temple of Philae, the enchanting sanctuary dedicated to the Goddess Isis. Located on Agilkia Island, this temple is one of Egypt’s most beautifully preserved and picturesque monuments, showcasing magnificent reliefs and a serene atmosphere surrounded by the Nile’s blue waters.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
3
Kom Ombo
Return to your Dahabiya for lunch as you begin sailing toward Kom Ombo. Relax on the sundeck, enjoying the peaceful scenery of palm groves and golden desert dunes. Dinner is served on board under the starlit sky. Overnight near Kom Ombo.
Admission ticket free
Day 2
Kom Ombo – Gebel el-Silsila – El Kab Village – Edfu
3 stops
4
Temple of Kom Ombo
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, which is uniquely dedicated to two gods: Sobek, the crocodile deity, and Horus the Elder. Learn about ancient Egyptian medicine and fascinating myths engraved on the temple walls.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
5
Continue sailing to Gebel el-Silsila, an extraordinary site rarely visited by tourists. Explore the ancient quarries and rock-cut shrines used to build Egypt’s great temples.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
6
Edfu
Then, stop at El Kab Village, one of the Nile’s oldest settlements, where you can meet locals and see the remains of ancient city walls. Lunch and dinner are served on board as you sail to Edfu. Overnight near Edfu.
Admission ticket free
Day 3
Edfu Temple Visit – Sail to Esna
2 stops
7
Temple of Horus
After breakfast, take a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god, its grand pylons and inscriptions tell powerful tales of divine battles and royal ceremonies.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
8
Esna
Return to your Dahabiya and begin sailing toward Esna, passing through scenic countryside. Enjoy lunch and afternoon tea on deck as you soak in the peaceful rhythm of the Nile. Dinner and overnight onboard near Esna.
Admission ticket free
Day 4
Esna Lock – Luxor West Bank Sightseeing – Disembarkation
6 stops
9
Esna Lock
After breakfast, your Dahabiya passes through the Esna Lock, a fascinating experience of Nile navigation. Continue sailing toward Luxor, where you’ll disembark to begin your West Bank guided tour.
Admission ticket free
10
Valley of the Kings
Visit the legendary Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of Egypt’s great pharaohs are carved deep into the cliffs.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
11
Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari
Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece dedicated to Egypt’s most powerful female ruler.
6 minutes • Admission ticket not included
12
Colossi of Memnon
End your tour with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon, the imposing twin statues guarding the ancient necropolis.
Admission ticket free
13
Luxor
Depending on your time, visit highlights such as the Temple of Karnak or the Luxor Temple.
Admission ticket free
14
Luxor
You’ll then be transferred to your hotel or Luxor Airport, marking the end of an unforgettable Dahabiya experience combining relaxation, culture, and elegance.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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