5-Night Dahabiya Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan | Luxury Sailing Experience | Egypt Tours
Overview
Escape the crowds. Sail the Nile aboard a traditional wooden Dahabiya—an intimate, ultra-luxurious journey through ancient Egypt’s most serene and sacred landscapes.
Tour Overview
Step back in time and experience the Nile as travelers once did—on a traditional wooden Dahabiya sailboat. This is the most intimate and elegant way to journey between Luxor and Aswan. With only a handful of cabins, personalized service, and gourmet dining, you’ll discover hidden temples, riverside villages, and serene landscapes accessible only to smaller vessels. Romance, history, and luxury sail together on this unforgettable voyage.
Tour Highlights
Intimate sailing – Traditional luxury Dahabiya with only 8–12 cabins (max 20–24 guests)
Exclusive access – Visit hidden gems like Gebel el-Silsila and El Kab, unreachable by large cruise ships
Major temples included – Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna, and Philae Temple
Luxor’s West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon
Peaceful pace – Time for swimming, village walks, and breathtaking sunset sails
Gourmet dining – All meals featuring Egyptian and international cuisine
Included/Exclude
4 nights aboard a private Dahabiya Nile sailboat
All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner + snacks & tea/coffee
Private Egyptologist guide
All entrance fees to sites listed
All shore excursions as per itinerary
Tea, coffee, bottled water
All taxes & service charges
International flights
Egypt entry visa
Alcoholic beverages
Tips for crew and guide
Travel insurance
Optional activities (camel rides, Abu Simbel, etc.)
Tour Plan
Embark on your private Dahabiya in Luxor
Visit the West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon
Evening: Welcome dinner under the stars
Morning sail toward Esna
Visit local villages and lesser-known temples
Stop at a riverside plantation for tea with locals
Explore Edfu Temple by horse carriage
Visit Gebel Silsila – ancient sandstone quarries with royal stelae
Sunset felucca ride near the dunes
Morning: Kom Ombo Temple – unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus
Afternoon: Visit a Nubian village and enjoy traditional hospitality
Optional: Camel ride along the Nile
Morning: Visit the beautiful Philae Temple (Temple of Isis)
Afternoon: Disembark in Aswan
Optional add-on: Abu Simbel day trip


















