4 Days Turquoise Dahabiya Nile Cruise Aswan to Luxor

After your first breakfast amid the shore of Aswan’s Nile with its unforgettable view on the Dahabyia deck, relish your free time inside Aswan; you have a great opportunity to experience the magical beauty of this city with incredible culture and alluring nature. 

In the afternoon, the Dahabyia cruises northerly while you savor your fresh-cooked lunch made by the expert. Marvel at the amazing views of the local Egyptian villages on the banks until arriving

Kom Ombo Temple: 

 Its distinction as the "Double Temple" is the most captivating feature, as it's perfectly split down the middle with dual entrances, halls, and sanctuaries dedicated to two different deities—the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Haroeris (Horus the Elder)—symbolizing the balance of good and natural power.

After exploring this temple of 2 gods, we head to 

Crocodile Museum: 

Here, you will meet the ancient Egyptian god, Sobek, face to face. The sheer volume and excellent preservation of the mummified crocodiles on display offer a unique and visceral connection to the cult of Sobek, showcasing the ancient reverence and fear surrounding these powerful Nile creatures.

Return back to the Dahabyia for lunch and continue your sailing to dock in a quiet point of the Nile shore for a unique night under the stars. The dinner is prepared on board with various delicious options. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Enjoy an early morning sail to Edfu with breakfast. Disembark and take a charming horse-drawn carriage ride to visit 

The Temple of Horus (Edfu Temple):

Revered as the most complete and best-preserved temple in all of Egypt, its towering pylons, massive granite falcon statues, and incredibly intact halls transport visitors straight back to the Ptolemaic era.

Return to the Dahabiya and sail toward Esna, enjoying lunch on board. This is a long, relaxing stretch of sailing. Spend the afternoon relaxing on the deck, taking in the picturesque views of the Nile Valley.

In the evening, anchor near Esna, enjoying your final delicious dinner and night on board.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

After a final breakfast on board, disembark in Esna after check-out, ride the AC vehicle, go ahead to Luxor, and arrive at the West Bank “Thebes Necropolis’ for exploring

The Valley of the Kings: 

The thrill of descending into the earth to explore the cryptic and vibrant subterranean tombs—laden with flawlessly preserved murals and hieroglyphics—offers an unparalleled, intimate look at the Pharaohs' journey to the afterlife.

In  a short distance away from these royal tombs, you will meet

Hatshepsut Temple: 

This dramatic, architecturally unique structure, cut directly into the sheer cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, stands as a stunning modernist-style monument to the genius and ambition of Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh.

Before crossing to the East bank of Thebes, Luxor, now the capital of ancient Egypt, stop at: 

The Colossi of Memnon: 

These two silent, massive stone sentinels, towering eighteen meters high, are the enduring, awe-inspiring remnants of the largest mortuary temple ever built, serving as the monumental gatekeepers to the Theban Necropolis.

At a local restaurant, relish a tasty Egyptian meal, and then transfer to

Karnak Temple: 

An awe-inspiring experience of wandering through the immense Great Hypostyle Hall, where 134 colossal columns soar toward the sky, making every visitor feel dwarfed by the sheer scale of pharaonic devotion and architectural ambition.

Your tour concludes with a transfer to your hotel in Luxor, Luxor Airport (LXR), the train station, or any drop-off point you select inside Luxor. 

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.