The Orient Dahabiya Nile Cruise Tour

Aswan

Overview

Duration

5 days / 4 nights

Tour Type

Private

Group Size

1-15

Run

Daily

The Orient Dahabiya Nile Cruise Tour is based on the design of an original Dahabiya from the late 18th and early 19th century and is built in a colonial style. The half-shaded sundeck is the focal point of this classic two-masted sailing vessel. It’s the ideal location for stargazing while lounging on a wooden deck chair. A pleasant living space, a salon, four cabins, and one Suite are located below. The cozy salon has a small library with books about the Nile and Egypt. With its comfortable sofas, it’s the perfect setting to end the day. Swap stories, share experiences, read a book, or play a game of backgammon while enjoying a Turkish coffee.

HIGHLIGHTS

Philae Temple
Kom Ombo temple
Gebal El Silsila
Edfu temple
Luxor temple
Karnak temple
Valley of the Kings
Colossi of Memnon
Hatshepsut temple
Daraw
El Kab
Quessia

Itinerary

The Orient Dahabiya Cruise

Every Saturday from Esna to Aswan

Day 1 – Boarding in Esna – El Kab – Quessia

The pick-up point for this trip is the address of your choice in Luxor. At 9 am, you’ll be met by your Djed host. Departure to Esna (50 km south), home port of Dahabiya The Orient. Embarkation on the Dahabiya for a 4-day cruise along the Nile between Esna and Aswan. A visit to the Esna temple and a short walk through the local markets. Cruise to El Kab, the ancient town of Nekheb, to visit the remains of its temples and some of the tombs cut into the cliffs. Set sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya or on the tranquil banks of the Nile. First night on board.

Day 2 – Edfu – Wadi el Shat

Sail for Edfu and visit the temple of Horus, the best-preserved of all the temples in Egypt. Set sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night; later stops will take you to small villages and the desert. Later stops will take you to small villages and the desert. Set sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya or on the tranquil banks of the Nile. Second night on board.

Day 3 – Gebel el Silsila – Kom Ombo – Maniha

Relax in a deck chair and watch the riverside pass by while the crew sails to Gebel El Silsila. Explore the rock-cut chapels of Seti I, Ramesses II, Merenptah and Horemheb and also remnants of the monuments in the old sandstone quarries. During lunch on the sun deck the Dahabiya sails towards Kom Ombo, where you go ashore to see the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Set sail for the island of Maniha, where the Dahabiya will moor for the night. Set sail for the island of Maniha, where the Dahabiya will moor for the night. This island is one of the many lovely spots for a refreshing dip in the Nile. The waters are relatively shallow and the scenery is fantastic, it is also very peaceful and quiet. Dinner will be served on a beautiful spot on the banks of the Nile, under a twinkling night sky – You’ll find no flashing disco here! Third night on board.

Day 4 – Daraw – El Koubania, Aswan

Sail to Daraw and take a walking tour to the village to visit the markets of Daraw, once the last stop on the famous 40-day desert road between Sudan and Egypt. Sailing continues to the Nubian village of El Koubania, near Aswan. Fourth and last night on board.

Day 5 – Disembarkation in Aswan

End of the Dahabiya journey in Aswan after breakfast on board. Transfer to any address in Aswan.

Included/Excluded

Pick up point in Luxor from : Airport, Station, Hotel
Assistance of our guest relations during your stay
All transfers to/from Dahabyia by a private air-conditioned vehicle.
04 Nights Accommodation in Dahabyia based on F.B
All sightseeing tours (Private Tours)
All Sightseeing tours as in the itinerary.
English speaking Egyptologist guide during your trips
Bottled water during the trip
All service charges and taxes
Complimentary Wireless Internet Access
All entrance fees are included which dictated in the itinerary.
Drop off point in Aswan : Airport, Station, Hotel

All Extra entrance fees : Tickets (Tutankhamen Tomb at Valley of the Kings, Tomb of Seti I, etc)
Personal expenses.
Tipping

FAQs

Elephantine is an island in the center of the Nile at Aswan. This was the original 'border town' between Egypt and the Nubian lands to the south and in ancient times was a significant strategic position both for the defense of the border and as a trading route.

Of course, you can take photos in most of the historical sites and museums in Egypt, but some of them have to pay extra charges for taking in a camera. Historical sites, like the Valley of the Kings in Luxor and in some museums, like the Egyptian Museum of Antiquities.

Absolutely, Luxor is well worth visiting. Luxor is ancient Egyptian Capital. ... In ancient times, the city was known as home to the god Amun, a deity who became associated with Egyptian royalty. Luxor has the most important temples in Egypt. So if you want to see iconic sites such as the Valley of the King's, Karnak Temple, Queen Hatshepsut's Temple, Luxor Temple, Medinet Habu, Colossi of Memnon, Tombs of the Nobles, and Luxor. So don't miss the opportunity to visit Luxor.

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Per Person in Double Room	US$ 0001
Per Person in Single Room	US$ 0001

Per Person in Double Room	US$ 0001
Per Person in Single Room	US$ 0001

Per Person in Double Room	US$ 0001
Per Person in Single Room	US$ 0001