Overview

Enjoy an unforgettable luxury sailing experience along the Nile aboard the Princess Farida Dahabiya, a traditional Egyptian sailing boat designed for small-group luxury travel. This exclusive cruise offers a peaceful and elegant journey between Luxor and Aswan, allowing travelers to discover Egypt’s most famous temples while enjoying personalized service, gourmet dining, and stunning views of the Nile River.

Unlike large cruise ships, this Dahabiya carries only a limited number of guests, creating a relaxed atmosphere and more intimate access to historical sites and local villages along the river. Each suite is spacious and well-equipped with modern comforts, ensuring a memorable journey through the heart of ancient Egypt.

Highlights

Luxury Dahabiya cruise experience on the Nile
Visit iconic temples between Luxor and Aswan
Explore ancient Egyptian landmarks with a professional guide
Enjoy gourmet meals and full-board accommodation onboard
Travel on a small boutique cruise with personalized service
Scenic sailing past villages, islands, and palm groves

Day 01 :

Arrival in Luxor & Embarkation

Arrival in Luxor and meet your Egyptologist guide.

Visit the famous Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious sites ever built in ancient Egypt.

Continue to Luxor Temple, an impressive monument located in the heart of the city.

Transfer to board the Princess Farida Dahabiya and enjoy a welcome lunch on board.

Begin sailing south along the Nile while enjoying the peaceful scenery.

Dinner and overnight onboard near Luxor.

Day 02 :

Luxor West Bank Exploration

Breakfast on board while enjoying views of the Nile.

Cross to the West Bank of Luxor to visit the Valley of the Kings, the burial site of many powerful pharaohs.

Continue to the magnificent Temple of Hatshepsut, dedicated to Egypt’s most famous female ruler.

Stop at the Colossi of Memnon, two massive statues that once guarded a great temple.

Return to the Dahabiya and start sailing toward Esna.

Relax on the sundeck while enjoying the tranquil river views.

Dinner and overnight onboard.

Day 03 :

Edfu Temple & Nile Sailing

Morning sailing through the beautiful countryside of Upper Egypt.

Arrive in Edfu and take a traditional horse carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.

Explore the temple with your guide and learn about the mythology of Horus and Seth.

Return to the Dahabiya and continue sailing south.

Enjoy lunch on board while passing small villages, islands, and palm groves along the Nile.

Dinner and overnight onboard near Kom Ombo.

Day 04 :

Kom Ombo & Sailing to Aswan

Breakfast while sailing toward Kom Ombo.

Visit the unique Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus.

Discover the fascinating crocodile museum located near the temple.

Continue sailing toward Aswan while relaxing on the deck and enjoying the peaceful Nile atmosphere.

Dinner and overnight onboard near Aswan.

Day 05 :

Aswan Sightseeing & Disembarkation

Breakfast on board before check-out.

Visit the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on a beautiful island.

Continue to the Aswan High Dam, an important modern engineering project that controls the Nile floods.

Transfer to Aswan airport, train station, or hotel for departure.

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