Discover the ancient wonders of Egypt from the peaceful waters of the Nile on a 3 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor. This carefully designed four-day journey combines traditional Nile sailing with some of Upper Egypt’s most important archaeological sites.
Your adventure begins in Aswan with visits to the Philae Temple and Aswan High Dam before boarding your Dahabiya. The journey continues south for an early excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temples, followed by visits to Kom Ombo and Edfu as you sail north toward Luxor.
Along the way, enjoy the intimate atmosphere of a Dahabiya, comfortable cabins, full-board meals, and beautiful views of the Nile Valley. On the final day, explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, and Luxor Temple before your transfer to Luxor Airport, railway station, hotel, or another destination.
The route combines major archaeological highlights with a more relaxed and intimate sailing experience than a large motorized Nile cruise. Dahabiyas are smaller vessels that generally provide a quieter atmosphere and a closer connection to the river landscape.
Travel aboard a Dahabiya and experience the Nile at a slower, more intimate pace than on a large cruise ship. The smaller vessel creates a peaceful atmosphere while allowing you to enjoy the scenery and traditional riverside landscapes.
One of the highlights of the journey is the excursion to Abu Simbel. The Great Temple was carved into the rock under Ramesses II and is famous for its monumental statues, while the nearby temple of Hathor is associated with Queen Nefertari.
The cruise connects some of Egypt’s most important archaeological sites, including Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Karnak, Luxor Temple, and the monuments of Luxor’s West Bank. These sites represent different periods of ancient Egyptian history and architecture.
Enjoy three nights aboard the Dahabiya with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included, together with private transfers and professional Egyptologist guiding during the sightseeing program.
Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Route: Aswan → Kom Ombo → Edfu → Esna → Luxor
Cruise: Luxury Dahabiya
Accommodation: 3 Nights onboard
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Guide: Private Egyptologist Guide
Transportation: Private air-conditioned vehicle
Start Point: Aswan
End Point: Luxor
Abu Simbel: Included in the itinerary
Philae Temple: Included
Kom Ombo Temple: Included
Edfu Temple: Included
Luxor East Bank: Included
Luxor West Bank: Included
Your 3 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor begins with your arrival in Aswan by airport, train, bus, or hotel. Meet your representative and enjoy a comfortable private transfer to begin your sightseeing program.
Visit the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated primarily to the goddess Isis. The temple complex was relocated to Agilkia Island during the international campaign to protect the monuments from the rising waters caused by the construction of the Aswan High Dam.
Continue to the Aswan High Dam, one of Egypt’s major modern engineering projects, and learn about its importance in controlling the Nile and creating Lake Nasser.
After sightseeing, transfer to your Dahabiya and complete the embarkation process. Enjoy lunch onboard before relaxing on deck and taking in your first views of the Nile.
In the evening, enjoy dinner onboard and settle into your comfortable cabin.
Accommodation: Dahabiya
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Start the day early with your excursion to the spectacular Abu Simbel Temple Complex. Travel with your professional English-speaking guide and explore the monumental temples carved into the rock during the reign of Ramesses II.
The Great Temple is famous for its four colossal seated statues of Ramesses II, while the nearby temple was dedicated to Hathor and Queen Nefertari. The Abu Simbel temples were relocated in the 1960s to protect them from the waters created by the Aswan High Dam.
After exploring Abu Simbel, return toward the Dahabiya and enjoy lunch onboard.
Continue sailing toward Kom Ombo, where you visit the unusual double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus. The temple’s distinctive design reflects its connection with two principal deities.
After the visit, return to the Dahabiya and enjoy dinner while continuing your journey north along the Nile.
Accommodation: Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast onboard before visiting the magnificent Temple of Horus at Edfu. The temple is one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples and provides an impressive look at Ptolemaic-era architecture.
A traditional horse-drawn carriage may be used for the transfer to and from the temple, according to the local arrangements.
Return to the Dahabiya and continue sailing toward Esna. Enjoy the changing Nile scenery, traditional villages, farmland, and river landscapes as the boat makes its way north.
Continue toward Luxor and pass through the Esna Lock, an important part of the Nile navigation route.
In the evening, you can relax onboard and enjoy dinner. The Karnak Sound & Light Show may be arranged as an optional activity if available and suitable for your schedule.
Accommodation: Dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, begin your final day exploring the highlights of Luxor.
Visit the Valley of the Kings, the famous royal necropolis where numerous New Kingdom pharaohs were buried. Explore selected tombs and admire the ancient wall paintings and inscriptions.
Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, built for Queen Hatshepsut and dramatically positioned beneath the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari.
Next, stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two monumental statues that once stood before the mortuary temple of Amenhotep III.
Continue to Luxor Temple, one of the most impressive monuments on the East Bank of Luxor, with its monumental statues, courtyards, columns, and ancient inscriptions. Karnak and Luxor Temple are among the principal monuments of ancient Thebes.
After completing your sightseeing, transfer to your selected departure point in Luxor, including your hotel, airport, or railway station.
Accommodation: Not Included
Meals: Breakfast
The cruise includes 3 nights and 4 days, with the journey beginning in Aswan and ending in Luxor.
Yes. The itinerary includes an excursion to the Abu Simbel Temple Complex on Day 2.
The journey starts in Aswan, with pickup available from the airport, railway station, bus station, or hotel.
The Dahabiya journey ends in Luxor, followed by a transfer to your hotel, airport, railway station, or another selected destination.
Yes. The package includes 3 nights onboard a luxury Dahabiya.
Yes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during the cruise according to the itinerary.
The itinerary includes Philae Temple, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo Temple, Edfu Temple, Luxor Temple, and the major West Bank sites of Luxor.
Yes. A professional private Egyptologist guide is included for the sightseeing program.
No. The Sound & Light Show is an optional activity and can be arranged separately when available.
The source itinerary lists the attractions but indicates that admission tickets are not included. Therefore, entrance fees should be confirmed according to the package selected at booking.
Yes, if you wish, but the special entrance ticket for Tutankhamun's tomb is separate unless specifically included in your selected package.
No. This itinerary is designed around a Dahabiya, which is a smaller and more intimate style of Nile sailing compared with large motorized cruise ships.
Yes. Philae Temple is visited on the first day in Aswan. The temple complex is located on Agilkia Island after being relocated from the original Philae Island during the Nubia rescue campaign.
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