The Nile Dahabiya
Overview
Sail through the heart of ancient Egypt aboard The Nile Dahabiya with Egypt Top Tours, enjoying an intimate Nile journey that combines timeless elegance, quiet docking points, and immersive cultural experiences. Unlike large cruise ships, The Nile Dahabiya offers a refined and peaceful way to explore Egypt’s most iconic temples, hidden archaeological sites, and authentic riverside villages between Luxor and Aswan. With classic 19th-century charm blended seamlessly with modern comfort, this Dahabiya cruise delivers a truly authentic Nile experience.
Cruise Facilities
The Nile Dahabiya Facilities
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Accommodation
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Peaceful and intimate cabins sailing between Luxor and Aswan
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Traditional Nubian design blended with modern comforts
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2 Panoramic Suites with wide Nile views
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8 Twin Bed Cabins
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2 King Bed Cabins
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All cabins are non-smoking and designed for quiet, restful nights
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Food & Dining
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Cozy onboard restaurant with panoramic Nile views
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Fresh homemade breakfasts inspired by Egyptian flavors
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Carefully prepared lunches using fresh local ingredients
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Traditional Egyptian dinners, often enjoyed under the stars
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Restaurant capacity of 22–24 guests for a relaxed, personal dining experience
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Sun Deck
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Spacious open-air sundeck overlooking the Nile
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Comfortable loungers and shaded seating areas
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Ideal for morning coffee, scenic cruising, sunset views, and stargazing
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A calm social space to relax and enjoy the slow rhythm of the river
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Included
- Meet and be assist by our representatives at the airport or railway station
- Accommodation on board Iris 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 / Luxor Every Wednesday
Day 1: Aswan – Philae Temple – Sailing to Herdiab
Begin your journey with Egypt Top Tours by boarding The Nile Dahabiya in Aswan. After settling into your cabin, enjoy your first freshly prepared lunch on board as the calm rhythm of the Nile sets the tone for your voyage.
In the afternoon, visit the enchanting Philae Temple, beautifully relocated to Agilkia Island. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, this sanctuary is renowned for its elegant columns, detailed reliefs, and romantic riverside setting. After the visit, return to the Dahabiya and begin sailing south toward the quiet anchorage of Herdiab, far from crowded ports.
As evening falls, enjoy dinner on board under the stars and relax in the peaceful Nile surroundings.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Philae Temple
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: On board at Herdiab
Day 2: Herdiab – Kom Ombo – Gebel el-Silsila – Edfu
After breakfast, sail toward Kom Ombo, where you explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon god. Its symmetrical design and elevated riverbank location make it one of the Nile’s most distinctive temples.
Return to the Dahabiya for lunch as you continue toward Gebel el-Silsila, an important ancient quarry site. Here, explore a rock-cut temple dedicated to Horemheb and walk through sandstone quarries that supplied stone for Egypt’s great monuments.
Later in the day, sail onward to Edfu, where dinner is served on board as the Dahabiya anchors for the night.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Kom Ombo Temple
- Exploring Gebel el-Silsila quarries and rock-cut temple
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: On board in Edfu
Day 3: Edfu – El Kab – Sailing to Luxor
Start the morning with a visit to the magnificent Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. Its towering pylons, inner halls, and detailed reliefs offer rare insight into ancient religious rituals and festivals.
Return to the Dahabiya and enjoy lunch while sailing to El Kab, one of Egypt’s oldest settlements. Explore rock-cut tombs carved into the hillside, including the tombs of Ahmose and Paheri, famous for their vivid depictions of daily life, military victories, and ceremonial scenes.
In the evening, continue sailing north toward Luxor. Dinner is served on board as you enjoy a serene night on the Nile.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Edfu Temple
- Exploring El Kab tombs and ancient city
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Esna – Luxor East Bank
After breakfast, arrive in Luxor and begin your final guided visits. Explore the grand Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious site ever built, followed by Luxor Temple, beautifully positioned along the Nile and once connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes.
After completing your visits, your Aswan to Luxor Dahabiya Nile Cruise with Egypt Top Tours comes to a memorable end.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Karnak Temple
- Exploring Luxor Temple
Meals Included: Breakfast
5 Days - Luxor / Aswan Every Saturday
Day 1: Luxor – Karnak Temple & Luxor Temple
Meet Egypt Top Tours upon arrival at Luxor Airport or Luxor Railway Station, where our representative will assist you and arrange your private transfer to The Nile Dahabiya. After check-in and enjoying lunch on board, begin your guided sightseeing tour in Luxor.
Start by visiting Karnak Temple, renowned for its vast complex of towering columns, sacred lakes, and grand sanctuaries, then continue visiting Luxor Temple, once the heart of ancient religious festivals and ceremonies.
After the tour, return to the Dahabiya to enjoy dinner on board, followed by a calm and relaxing evening as you settle into your Nile journey.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Karnak Temple
- Exploring Luxor Temple
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: On board in Luxor
Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings – Hatshepsut Temple – Sailing to Edfu
After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to explore the legendary Valley of the Kings, burial ground of Egypt’s greatest pharaohs. Continue to the stunning Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece carved into the cliffs of Deir el-Bahari, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon.
Return to the Dahabiya and sail through the Esna Lock toward Edfu.
Included Activities:
- Visiting the Valley of the Kings
- Exploring Hatshepsut Temple
- Viewing the Colossi of Memnon
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Edfu – Ramady Island
Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu by traditional horse-drawn carriage. Afterward, sail to Ramady Island, where you experience authentic Nile village life, interact with locals, and enjoy the tranquil countryside.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Edfu Temple
- Exploring Ramady Island village
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Gebel el-Silsila – Kom Ombo – Herdiab Beach
Sail to Gebel el-Silsila to explore ancient quarries and the rock-cut temple of Horemheb. Continue to Kom Ombo Temple, then relax at Herdiab Beach, a pristine Nile sandbank ideal for swimming and unwinding.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Gebel el-Silsila
- Exploring Kom Ombo Temple
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Aswan – Philae Temple
After breakfast, visit the magical Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis and surrounded by shimmering Nile waters. With this final highlight, your Luxor to Aswan Dahabiya Nile Cruise aboard The Nile Dahabiya with Egypt Top Tours comes to a graceful conclusion.
Included Activities:
- Visiting Philae Temple
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Notes:
The Nile 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 The Nile Dahabiya, our rates remain fixed and may not change.
The Nile Dahabiya 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.
The Nile 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 The Nile 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.