Overview
A dahabiya is the most elegant way to travel the Nile — a traditional two-masted sailing vessel with billowing sails, polished brass, and just a handful of luxurious cabins. Unlike the larger cruise ships, dahabiyas can dock at small villages and lesser-visited riverbanks, offering a more intimate and authentic experience. Your five-day journey between Luxor and Aswan (or reverse) moves at a gentler pace, with stops at temples timed to avoid the large cruise ship crowds. Evenings are spent moored at quiet islands, dining under the stars on deck with cuisine prepared by your private chef. Each cabin features large windows opening directly to the river, en-suite bathrooms, and traditional Egyptian furnishings. With a maximum of 12-16 guests, this is the Nile at its most personal and luxurious — perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries, or travelers who prefer authenticity over crowds. Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise is organized as a day-by-day Nile program with embarkation details, temple visits, sailing or transfer logic and optional extensions explained clearly. Each cruise day now shows what you see, why it matters and how the route connects Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan.
Why You Will Love This Trip
- Private route with confirmed timing
- Local coordination and direct support
- Flexible pacing for your group
Detailed Itinerary
Luxor embarkation and East Bank temples (Day 1)
Board the cruise in Luxor, settle into your cabin and visit Karnak and Luxor Temple with context on Thebes, Amun and royal processions.
West Bank and sailing toward Edfu (Day 2)
Visit the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and Colossi of Memnon, then sail through Nile Valley scenery toward Edfu.
Edfu and Kom Ombo temples (Day 3)
Explore Edfu Temple, one of Egypt's best-preserved sanctuaries, then continue to Kom Ombo's double temple and crocodile cult history.
Optional Abu Simbel or free Aswan time (Day 4)
Use the extra day for Abu Simbel, a Nubian village, botanical garden, felucca ride or relaxed time onboard.
Aswan sightseeing and disembarkation (Day 5)
Visit Philae Temple by boat, the High Dam area and the Unfinished Obelisk before disembarkation or an optional Abu Simbel extension.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 5 days/4 nights luxury cabin
- All gourmet meals and snacks
- Private Egyptologist guide
- All excursions and entrance fees
- Airport/hotel transfers
- Meet and assist for cruise embarkation and disembarkation
- Accommodation onboard in selected cabin category when included in the final quote
- Meals onboard according to the confirmed cruise program
- Guided sightseeing in Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Aswan as listed
- Private transfers between airport, hotel, station and cruise when listed
Excluded
- Premium beverages
- Tips for crew and guide
- Abu Simbel (optional add-on)
- Travel insurance
- International flights
- Egypt entry visa
- Optional Abu Simbel unless confirmed
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
- Any visit not listed in the final program
Prices & Packages
Prices are quoted in USD per person. Final quote depends on travel date, availability and hotel or cruise category.
| Package | Season | From | Triple | Double | Single | Per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard accommodation | May to August | $788 | $788 | $850 | $1,070 | |
| Standard accommodation | September to April | $900 | $900 | $970 | $1,225 | |
| Deluxe accommodation | May to August | $1,010 | $1,010 | $1,090 | $1,375 | |
| Deluxe accommodation | September to April | $1,145 | $1,145 | $1,235 | $1,555 | |
| Ultra deluxe accommodation | May to August | $1,245 | $1,245 | $1,345 | $1,695 | |
| Ultra deluxe accommodation | September to April | $1,435 | $1,435 | $1,550 | $1,950 | |
| Luxury accommodation | May to August | $1,515 | $1,515 | $1,635 | $2,060 | |
| Luxury accommodation | September to April | $1,720 | $1,720 | $1,860 | $2,340 |
Reference pricing is aligned with comparable Luxor & Aswan routes. Confirm seasonal availability before booking.
Pricing Information
The final price depends on travel date, availability, category and traveler count. Currency conversions are estimates updated from the central rate setting.
Children Policy
Child rates depend on age, room occupancy and the hotel or cruise policy. Send each child age for a confirmed quote.
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