Travel from Aswan to Luxor at a relaxed pace aboard a traditional Dahabiya, combining quiet Nile sailing with guided visits to major temples and royal monuments. The journey begins among Aswan’s defining landmarks: the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk and the island sanctuary of Philae. Once aboard, settle into the rhythm of the river as the vessel sails north toward Kom Ombo and Edfu. Explore the unusual twin temple at Kom Ombo and the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus at Edfu before continuing through Esna. The final day is devoted to Luxor, with visits to the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, the Colossi of Memnon and the vast Karnak complex. Three nights of Dahabiya accommodation, full-board meals, guided excursions, entrance tickets and air-conditioned transfers are included, creating a compact cruise that balances historic discovery with time on the Nile.
4 Days Dahabiya Nile Cruise From Aswan To Luxor
Description
Duration
4 Days, 3 Nights
Tour Type
Nile Cruises
Language
Arabic, English
Popular Features
- Dahabiya Accommodation
- Egyptologist Guide
- Full Board
Highlights
Included
- Accommodation for 3 nights on board 5-star Dahabiya on a full board basis
- The assistance of our personnel during your trip
- All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sights between Aswan and Luxor
- Egyptologist guide during your journey
- All service charges and taxes
Excluded
- Tipping
- Personal Expenses
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
Travel Itinerary
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Day 1 - Visit Aswan Attractions & Sail to Kom Ombo
Your Dahabiya cruise begins in Aswan with the modern Aswan High Dam, the massive The Unfinished Obelisk carved between 1508 and 1458 BC, and the Philae Temple, home of the worship cult of Isis. You then board your Dahabiya for lunch, a charming sail to Kom Ombo, dinner, and the overnight.
Day 2 - Explore Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Esna
After breakfast you visit the unique double Kom Ombo Temple, built in the Ptolemaic dynasty to honor both Sobek the crocodile water god and Horus the Elder. You then continue sailing to Edfu with lunch and dinner on board and the overnight on the cruise.
Day 3 - Visit Edfu Temple & Sail to Luxor
You visit the Edfu temple, the golden house of triumph dedicated to the falcon god Horus and the most preserved temple in all of Egypt. You then continue your Dahabiya cruise sailing to Esna with lunch and dinner on board and the overnight.
Day 4 - Witness Luxor Attractions & End Your Dahabiya
After disembarking in Esna, you are escorted to Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings with its 63 royal tombs, the mortuary Hatshepsut Temple designed by Senenmut, and the seated Colossi of Memnon. After lunch you tour the legendary Karnak Temple, The Most Selected of Places honoring Amun-Re, Mut, and Montu, ending your Dahabiya cruise.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Accommodation for 3 nights on board 5-star Dahabiya on a full board basis, The assistance of our personnel during your trip, All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle, All excursions as mentioned in the itinerary, Entrance fees to all sights between Aswan and Luxor, Egyptologist guide during your journey, All service charges and taxes
This is a 4-day itinerary. We can tailor the length and pace to your schedule.
Yes. Every Egypt Voyages tour can be tailored — hotels, dates, activities and group size are all flexible.
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