Queen Nefer Dahabiya

Queen Nefer Dahabiya

Queen Nefer Dahabiya
  • Every Saturday & Monday From Esna & Every Wednesday & Friday From Aswan

Overview

Step aboard the elegant Queen Nefer Dahabiya, a handcrafted sailboat that redefines slow, intimate travel along the Nile. Offered by Egypt Top Tours, the Queen Nefer Dahabiya Cruise invites you to explore ancient Egypt at a peaceful pace, far from the crowds of larger ships. With only a few luxurious cabins, spacious decks, and a personalized crew-to-guest ratio, this dahabiya ensures comfort, privacy, and impeccable service. Whether you're watching timeless riverbank scenes drift by, enjoying candlelit dinners under the stars, or visiting remote temples only accessible to smaller vessels, the Queen Nefer Dahabiya offers an unforgettable blend of culture, relaxation, and authentic Nile cruising.

Cruise Facilities

Queen Nefer Dahabiya Facilities:

  • Cruises length: 27meters
  • Cruises width: 7.5 meters
  • 06 Double Cabins ( Large / twin bed ) with panoramic window (17 M2)
  • 1 Single Deluxe Cabin with panoramic window (17 M2)
  • All cabins with private bath/shower/ hairdryer
  • All Cabins are Air-Conditioned
  • Oriental seating area
  • Dinning Area on sundeck
  • Kitchens fully operational to do daily oriental menus
  • Motor Room: 10 M2 size, including 2 generators, 2 water pumps, multistage filter, light bulb,chlorine treatment for water & chiller
  • Emergency Handling and Fire Trained Staff
  • Laundry service & housekeeping
  • Accompanying motorboat to pull it in case wind is calm
  • Satellite-TV,
  • Free WIFI
  • Water filter
  • Voltage 220. 24 hrs electric power supply

Included

  • Meet and be assist by our representatives at the airport or railway station
  • Accommodation on board Queen Nefer Dahabiya on full board
  • English/Portuguese/German/Spanish speaking tour guide
  • All sightseeing tours are private guided tours
  • Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in the itinerary
  • Bottled water during the trips
  • All transfers by a private air-conditioned, deluxe vehicle
  • All service charges and taxes

Excluded

  • Any optional tours
  • Personal Spending
  • Tipping

Itinerary:

4 Days - Aswan / Esna Every Friday
Day 1: Welcome Aboard in Aswan – Kom Ombo – Gebel El Silsila

Your Queen Nefer Dahabiya Cruise begins with a morning pickup at 9:00 AM from your preferred address in Aswan, arranged by Egypt Top Tours. After a warm welcome by the crew, board the elegant Queen Nefer Dahabiya and set sail toward a peaceful island, where you’ll enjoy a tranquil walk through the countryside. After a delicious lunch served on the sundeck, visit Kom Ombo Temple, the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, with its twin sanctuaries and stunning views over the Nile. Later in the day, continue sailing to Gebel El Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarries that supplied stone for many of Egypt’s most iconic temples.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Gebel El Silsila – Temple of Horus at Edfu – El Fawaz Island

After breakfast, explore the fascinating rock-cut chapels and temple remains at Gebel El Silsila, including monuments built by Seti I and Ramesses II. As your dahabiya glides northward, watch the Nile come alive with fishermen and farmers starting their day. Sail to Edfu, home to the beautifully preserved Temple of Horus, dedicated to the falcon god. Its inner sanctuary walls are covered with sacred texts, making it one of the most complete ancient libraries carved in stone. In the evening, sail to El Fawaz Island, where dinner will be served around a campfire beneath the stars.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: El Kab – Sail to Esna

Begin your day with a leisurely cruise to El Kab, once the capital of Upper Egypt and known as the ancient city of Nekheb. Explore the rock-cut tombs and remains of temples nestled into the cliffs. After your visit, return to the Queen Nefer Dahabiya to continue your relaxing journey northward. As you sail toward Esna, soak in the timeless beauty of the Nile’s palm-lined shores and quiet rural villages. Enjoy your final night on board with a peaceful dinner and heartfelt hospitality.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Disembarkation in Esna – Transfer to Luxor

Enjoy your last breakfast on board the Queen Nefer Dahabiya as your cruise concludes in Esna. Egypt Top Tours will provide a private transfer to any address in Luxor, approximately a one-hour drive (45 km). Depart with cherished memories of your intimate and luxurious dahabiya experience on the Nile.

Meals Included: Breakfast

5 Days - Esna / Aswan Every Monday
Day 1: Arrival in Esna – Visit El Kab – Sail to Quessia

Your Queen Nefer Dahabiya adventure begins with a morning pickup at 9:00 AM from any address in Luxor, arranged by Egypt Top Tours. You’ll travel south to Esna (approximately 50 km), where you’ll board the elegant Queen Nefer Dahabiya and meet the warm, professional crew. Begin your journey with a guided visit to the Temple of Khnum, nestled 9 meters below modern street level, followed by a stroll through the colorful local markets of Esna. As you start sailing along the Nile, your first stop will be El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb. There, explore temple ruins and beautifully decorated tombs cut into the cliffs. As the sun sets, your dahabiya anchors near a small island in Quessia, where you’ll enjoy dinner on the sundeck or along the riverbank under the stars.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Explore Edfu – Sail to Wadi El Shat

After breakfast, the Queen Nefer Dahabiya continues sailing toward Edfu, passing through breathtaking Nile scenery – from vast deserts to flourishing palm groves. In Edfu, visit the majestic Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt, once home to grand ceremonies and falcon worship rituals. Travel through the lively town streets by horse-drawn carriage to reach the temple site. In the afternoon, continue sailing toward Wadi El Shat, where you’ll take a walk through peaceful villages and surrounding desert landscapes. Spend your evening anchored by a serene island with dinner served either onboard or by the quiet riverside.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Gebel El Silsila – Kom Ombo – Campfire at Maniha

Start your day sailing toward Gebel El Silsila, a narrow section of the Nile where massive sandstone quarries once supplied stone for Egypt’s greatest temples. Visit rock-cut chapels belonging to Seti I, Ramesses II, and Horemheb, and walk through the ancient quarries. While enjoying lunch on the sun deck, sail onward to Kom Ombo, where you’ll explore the famous double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, beautifully located on a bend of the river. In the evening, anchor at Maniha and enjoy a special dinner around a campfire on the riverbank, a truly unforgettable Nile moment.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Visit Daraw – Sail to El Koubania, Aswan

This morning, sail to Daraw, once the last major stop for camel caravans arriving from Sudan after a 40-day journey across the desert. Visit the local camel market and walk through the vibrant village to get a glimpse of traditional life. Continue your cruise toward El Koubania, a charming Nubian village near Aswan known for its citrus and mango gardens. Relax on board the Queen Nefer Dahabiya as the river slows and the desert draws near. Your last dinner is served on board, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the Nile.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Disembarkation in Aswan

After breakfast, your Queen Nefer Dahabiya Cruise journey comes to an end. Disembark in Aswan, where Egypt Top Tours will transfer you to any address of your choice in the city. You’ll leave with unforgettable memories of the Nile, its temples, villages, and timeless beauty.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Prices:

Summer Rates (May- August)

Prices
03 Nights/ 04 Days
$ 799 Per Person In Triple Cabin
$ 849 Per Person In Double Cabin
$ 1199 Per Person In Single Cabin
04 Nights/ 05 Days
$ 999 Per Person In Triple Cabin
$ 1049 Per Person In Double Cabin
$ 1449 Per Person In Single Cabin
Winter Rates (Sep- April)

Prices
03 Nights/ 04 Days
$ 999 Per Person In Triple Cabin
$ 1249 Per Person In Single Cabin
$ 1449 Per Person In Double Cabin
04 Nights/ 05 Days
$ 1049 Per Person In Triple Cabin
$ 1279 Per Person In Single Cabin
$ 1779 Per Person In Double Cabin

Notes:

Queen Nefer Dahabiya Prices

Our tour rates are in US dollars per person per trip. You can also pay in Euro or GBP. Prices might vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter Nile Cruise Vacations. We aim to provide the best rates and maintain their accuracy. Once you confirm Queen Nefer Dahabiya Cruise, our rates remain fixed and may not change.

Queen Nefer Dahabiya Cruise Children Policy

0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
2 - 5.99 pay 25% of tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
If your tour package includes airfare, extra charges for your children may be applied.

Queen Nefer Dahabiya Payment Policy

To secure your desired program and ensure availability, we recommend making reservations as early as possible. A deposit of 25% of the total amount is required to secure your booking, except during the Christmas and New Year holidays when a deposit of 50% is necessary. This deposit will be deducted from your final payment. The remaining balance can be settled up to one week before your arrival date or in cash upon your arrival.

 

Cancellation Policy For Queen Nefer Dahabiya

• Cancellations made from the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date will incur a 10% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 60 and 31 days before your arrival date will incur a 20% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days before your arrival date will incur a 50% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 14 and 1 day before your arrival date will incur a 100% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.

Furthermore, please note that cancellation fees may also apply to domestic flights within Egypt according to the airline's specific cancellation policy.