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
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Intimate sailing – Traditional luxury Dahabiya with only 8–12 cabins (max 20–24 guests)
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Exclusive access – Visit hidden gems like Gebel el-Silsila and El Kab, unreachable by large cruise ships
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Major temples included – Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna, and Philae Temple
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Luxor’s West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon
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Peaceful pace – Time for swimming, village walks, and breathtaking sunset sails
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Gourmet dining – All meals featuring Egyptian and international cuisine
Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
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| Duration | 6 days / 5 nights on board |
| Tour type | Ultra-luxury small-ship sailing cruise |
| Guide | Dedicated Egyptologist for the entire journey |
| Included | All meals, selected drinks, excursions, entrance fees |
| Start point | Luxor |
| End point | Aswan |
Included/Exclude
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4 nights aboard a private Dahabiya Nile sailboat
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All meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner + snacks & tea/coffee
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Private Egyptologist guide
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All entrance fees to sites listed
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All shore excursions as per itinerary
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Tea, coffee, bottled water
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All taxes & service charges
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International flights
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Egypt entry visa
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Alcoholic beverages
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Tips for crew and guide
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Travel insurance
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Optional activities (camel rides, Abu Simbel, etc.)
Tour Plan
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Embark on your private Dahabiya in Luxor
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Visit the West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon
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Evening: Welcome dinner under the stars
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Morning sail toward Esna
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Visit local villages and lesser-known temples
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Stop at a riverside plantation for tea with locals
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Explore Edfu Temple by horse carriage
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Visit Gebel Silsila – ancient sandstone quarries with royal stelae
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Sunset felucca ride near the dunes
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Morning: Kom Ombo Temple – unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus
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Afternoon: Visit a Nubian village and enjoy traditional hospitality
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Optional: Camel ride along the Nile
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Morning: Visit the beautiful Philae Temple (Temple of Isis)
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Afternoon: Disembark in Aswan
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Optional add-on: Abu Simbel day trip