4 Days 3 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor

Day 1: Philae Temple – Dahabiya Check-in – Kom Ombo Temple

1. Temple of Philae
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Your journey begins with a pickup from your Aswan hotel by your expert Egyptologist guide. You’ll head to the enchanting Philae Temple, beautifully dedicated to the goddess Isis. After exploring this island sanctuary, you'll board your elegant Dahabiya sailing boat and settle in.
2. Kom Ombo
   3h
   As you begin your cruise, the Dahabiya sails gently to a peaceful Nile island where you can stroll through the lush countryside. After a delicious lunch onboard, the journey continues toward Kom Ombo.
3. Kom Ombo Temple
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Later, visit the striking Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely devoted to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris (Horus the Elder). The temple sits dramatically on a bend of the Nile, once home to sacred crocodiles basking in the sun. After your visit, return to your Dahabiya to continue sailing towards Gebel el-Silsila.

Day 2: Gebel el-Silsila – Edfu Temple – Besaw Island

1. 2h
   Wake up to a breathtaking sunrise on the sundeck as you enjoy breakfast with views of the Nile. Your first stop is Gebel el-Silsila, where you can admire ancient rock-cut chapels and quarries once used by the pharaohs. Watch from the boat as the legacy of Horemheb, Seti I, Ramses II, and Merenptah comes to life along the cliffs.
2. Edfu
   4h
   Continue sailing to Edfu
3. Edfu Temple
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Your guide will lead you to the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. According to ancient legend, this is where Horus avenged the death of his father, Osiris, by defeating Seth.
4. Edfu
   Pass by
   Later, the Dahabiya anchors at Besaw Island, where you’ll spend a peaceful night moored under the stars.

Day 3: El-Kab Island – Sailing to Esna

1. Edfu
   3h
   After breakfast, your Dahabiya sets sail for El-Kab Island. Upon arrival, meet your guide and visit the ancient city of Nekheb, one of the oldest archaeological sites on the Nile. Explore its fascinating ruins, including crumbling temples and tombs carved into the cliffs.
2. Esna
   6h
   Following your visit, return to the Dahabiya and enjoy a relaxing sail to Esna, soaking in the tranquil scenery along the way.

Day 4: West Bank Tour – Karnak Temple – Luxor Drop-off

1. Valley of the Kings
   3h · Admission ticket included
   After your final breakfast on board, it’s time to check out. Your guide will meet you and accompany you by air-conditioned car to the West Bank.
   
   Start your tour with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll explore three royal tombs, each with its stunning decoration (excluding the tomb of King Tutankhamun). Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built for Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
2. Valley of the Kings
   3h · Admission ticket included
   After your final breakfast on board, it’s time to check out. Your guide will meet you and accompany you by air-conditioned car to the West Bank.
   
   Start your tour with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where you’ll explore three royal tombs, each with its stunning decoration (excluding the tomb of King Tutankhamun).
3. Temple of Hatshepsut
   1h 30m · Admission ticket included
   Continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, built for Egypt’s most powerful female pharaoh.
4. Colossi of Memnon
   30m
   On the way, stop to see the Colossi of Memnon—two massive statues of Amenhotep III that have stood watch for millennia. Archaeological work continues at the temple site behind them, offering fresh insights into ancient history.
5. The Karnak Temple
   2h · Admission ticket included
   Finally, visit Karnak Temple, an awe-inspiring complex that served as a major religious center for over 1,500 years. Wander through towering columns, obelisks, and sanctuaries dedicated to Amun and the gods of Thebes.
6. Luxor
   30m
   At the end of your incredible journey, you’ll be dropped off at your chosen location in Luxor—whether it's the airport, train station, or your hotel—carrying unforgettable memories of the Nile.

Pickup details

As per the requested time, Our driver will be waiting inside the lobby of your hotel and he will be holding a sign showing our company name

• Wheelchair accessible
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels