| From | $ 1,400 / per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 days |
| Starts on | saturday |
| Destinations | Aswan, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Luxor Tours, |
| Tour Type | Private , |
| Pickup Location | Luxor |
| Max group size | 20 |
Zahra Dahabiya Nile Cruise Luxor to Aswan is a seamless, all-inclusive 4-night/5-day voyage that blends unparalleled comfort with profound historical exploration
Sail on a floating award-winning 5-star hotel that features elegantly appointed cabins and suites with panoramic river views, world-class gourmet dining, and a lavish spa, ensuring a tranquil and sophisticated journey.
Your proficiently curated itinerary includes the best shore excursions, from Luxor, where you explore Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and Colossi of Memnon, to Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple in Aswan, crossing through Edfu with the most well-preserved temple in ancient Egypt and Kombo for the only double-faced temple in history—all expertly guided by a dedicated Egyptologist.
Experience the magic of ancient Egypt with unmatched comfort, including AC door-to-door transportation and personalized service on this unforgettable floating hotel.
Once you arrive at Luxor International Airport, or any point inside Luxor, you will be picked up smoothly, having your cozy seats in the air-conditioned vehicle, and starting your tour with your private Egyptologist.
Start your explorations from the West Side of Luxor, the Thebes Necropolis, visiting the Valley of the Kings, where you discover the royal tombs decorated with vivid and mysterious hieroglyphs; the mysteries of the ancient Egyptians' afterlife world will surround you.
Transfer to Hatshepsut Temple; Unlike traditional temples, it features three grand terraces connected by ramps, perfectly carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari. It looks dramatic, elegant, and ahead of its time.
Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive seated statues of Pharaoh Amenhotep III, each about 18 metres high, carved from single blocks of quartzite stone—an incredible engineering feat.
Admire the Karnak Temple Complex; it’s the largest religious complex ever built and one of the greatest achievements of ancient Egypt, built over 2,000 years by multiple pharaohs, and includes the Great Hypostyle Hall, which is home to 134 massive columns, some over 20 metres high—walking among them feels like stepping into a stone forest.
Transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to Esna to embark on your Dahabiya Nile Cruise to check in and savour a delicious lunch. Then, we start sailing towards El Kab for the night.
Enjoy a peaceful morning onboard, admiring the Nile scenery and glimpses of authentic Egyptian daily life, savouring a freshly prepared breakfast as you sail toward Edfu.
Visit Edfu Temple, experiencing riding a horse-drawn carriage to the magnificent Temple of Horus, the best-preserved temple in Egypt, renowned for its detailed reliefs.
Return to the Dahabiya for lunch onboard, then continue sailing toward Bassao Island.
Relax on deck while cruising along the Nile, relishing a peaceful overnight stay by Bassao Island.
Start your day with a delicious breakfast on board, and then enjoy a visit to Bassao Island, where you will learn about the village traditions, habits, and daily life.
Continue your day tour, sailing to Gebel El Silsila. This was the main source of sandstone for Egypt’s great temples, including Karnak, Luxor Temple, and Edfu, where you explore small sanctuaries carved directly into the cliffs, dedicated to Nile gods and local deities.
Your voyage tour is heading to Kom Ombo city, where you explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). Discover the twin sanctuaries, ancient reliefs, the Nilometer, and the Crocodile Museum.
Relax on deck while enjoying lunch and admiring the Nile views, spending your overnight at El Herdiab Island, where you relish your dinner and spend a peacful overnight stay onboard.
Enjoy a delicious breakfast on board your Dahabiya while sailing to Daraw, which is a lively Nubian town located north of Aswan, famous for its traditional culture and historic camel market.
Back to the Dahabiya cruise and sail towards Aswan City, where you dock and enjoy your lunch. It is the time to discover top Aswan attractions, starting from Aswan High Dam, a quick, scenic visit often combined with Philae Temple, where you also enjoy panoramic views of one of the world’s largest man-made lakes, Lake Nasser.
Take a scenic motorboat ride to Agilkia Island to explore the magnificent Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and renowned for its elegant architecture and intricate carvings.
Return to the cruise and enjoy free time in Aswan with optional activities, including exploring Nubian culture, enjoying Aswan’s natural beauty, or taking a felucca sail on the Nile. “These optional activities are out of the tour charge.”
After breakfast on board the Zahra Dahabyia Nile Cruise, check out and enjoy our professional and smooth drop-off service at any point you select in Aswan, including Aswan International Airport.
In this day, you also have a choice to visit Abu Simbel Temple with professional pick-up and drop-off service.
The Zahra Dahabiya Nile Cruise is an all-inclusive 4-night/5-day private journey sailing from Luxor to Aswan aboard an award-winning 5-star floating hotel. It combines elegantly appointed cabins with panoramic river views, gourmet dining, and a spa with expertly guided shore excursions to Egypt's most iconic ancient sites, all led by a dedicated Egyptologist.
The tour lasts 5 days and 4 nights, departing every Saturday from Luxor. The itinerary is paced for relaxed, scenic sailing, allowing you to explore Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan without feeling rushed.
A Dahabiya is a smaller, traditional sailing boat that carries far fewer guests than a standard cruise ship (this one hosts a maximum group of 20). This means a more intimate, peaceful, and personalized experience, with access to quieter islands and villages like Bassao and El Herdiab that larger cruise ships cannot reach.
You'll visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple in Luxor; the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the best-preserved temple in Egypt; the double Temple of Kom Ombo dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris; and the Aswan High Dam and Philae Temple in Aswan. Entrance fees to all these sites are included.
Prices start from €1,400 per person for the full 5-day private tour. The rate includes full-board accommodation, all entrance fees, a private Egyptologist guide, and air-conditioned door-to-door transfers, making it a comprehensive all-inclusive package.
Yes, this is a private tour with a dedicated Egyptologist guide and a maximum group size of 20 guests. You enjoy personalized service, private air-conditioned transfers, and a tailored experience throughout your Luxor to Aswan voyage.
The package includes 5 days/4 nights on board on a full-board basis, an expert tour guide, all transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicle, and entrance fees to all listed sites, including the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, Philae Temple, Edfu Temple, and Kom Ombo Temple. All service charges and taxes are included. Tipping and personal expenses are not covered.
Yes, on your final day in Aswan you have the option to visit the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples with professional pickup and drop-off service. This is an optional add-on to the standard itinerary and can be arranged alongside your departure transfer.
The cruise operates on a full-board basis, meaning breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served fresh on board each day, with world-class gourmet dining. Your first day includes lunch and dinner, the middle days include all three meals, and your departure day includes breakfast.
The tour begins in Luxor with a smooth pickup from Luxor International Airport or any point in the city, and ends in Aswan with a drop-off at your chosen location, including Aswan International Airport. Embarkation takes place at Esna, and the journey sails through El Kab, Edfu, Bassao Island, Kom Ombo, and Aswan.
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