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  • Duration8 Days
  • AvailabilitySaturday from Luxor - Saturday from Aswan
  • Tours TypePrivate Tours
  • Pickup / Drop offLuxor or Aswan

Enjoy this wonderful Dahabiya Trip.

Indulge in a truly elegant and intimate cruising experience aboard the Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise. With a blend of modern luxury and timeless charm, this boutique-style vessel takes you on a mesmerizing journey along the Nile River in Egypt. Enjoy the captivating landscapes and rich history as you visit iconic landmarks and ancient temples. The Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya offers spacious and beautifully appointed cabins, delectable dining options, and personalized service to ensure comfort and satisfaction. Relax on the sun deck, savor exquisite cuisine, and embark on unforgettable excursions, creating memories to last a lifetime.

Tour Highlight

City  Places you will visit
Aswan  Aswan High Dam – Unfinished Obelisk – Kom Ombo – temple of the gods Sobek – Edfu – Temple of Horus – Philae Temple
Luxor  Esna – Luxor Temple – Karnak Temple – Valley of the Kings – Temple of Queen Hatshepsut – Deir el-Bahari  – Colossi of Memnon 

Dahabiya Facilities

  • All cabins have large, panoramic windows
  • Facilities include 5 cabins and 2 suites
  • Open air oriental-style Jacuzzi
  • A private direct-dial telephones
  • Individual climate control, hairdryers
  • Mini-bar
  • Safe deposit boxes
  • Non-smoking
  • Plasma televisions and movie channels.
  • Bathrooms equipped with full size tubs
  • WiFi
  • Pool
  • Air condition
  • Private bath with Shower
  • Mini Bar
  • Doctor available 24 hours
  • Gift Shop
  • TV with International Channels
  • Major credit cards accepted on board Nile Cruises
  • Laundry service & housekeeping
  • Accompanying motorboat to pull it in case wind is calm.
Itinerary

7 Nights / 8 DaysAswan to Luxor

Day 1: Saturday

Embark on a luxurious journey as you board a Dahabiya, a lavish sailing ship, in Aswan. Experience a week of relaxation while cruising along the majestic Nile River. Spend the night anchored on the picturesque Nile Banks of Aswan.

Meals: Lunch – Dinner

Day 2: Sunday

Explore the wonders of Aswan with visits to the Aswan High Dam, a remarkable engineering marvel completed in 1971, and the historic Old Dam, completed in 1902. Discover the captivating Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, which was rescued from Lake Nasser’s waters during the High Dam’s construction. Sail towards Kom Ombo during the noon. Spend the night near Kom Ombo.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 3: Monday

Embark on a morning sail to Kom Ombo, where you will encounter the Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, the god of the morning sun. Spend the night moored beside a charming Nile Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 4: Tuesday

This morning, sail to Edfu and witness the remarkable Temple of Edfu, beautifully preserved and showcasing the grandeur of ancient Egypt. Spend the night moored beside an enchanting island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 5: Wednesday

Indulge in a leisurely day as you sail towards Esna after breakfast. Experience the journey through the lock and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Nile. The Dahabiya will be moored beside a serene Nile Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 6: Thursday

Set sail for Luxor and immerse yourself in the magnificence of the Amon-Ra temple complex at Karnak. Marvel at the vast hypostyle hall boasting 137 awe-inspiring columns. Continue your exploration with a visit to the impressive Luxor Temple from the 28th Dynasty. Spend the night moored in the vibrant city of Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 7: Friday

Embark on an extraordinary excursion to the West Bank, where you will discover the illustrious burial sites of the Pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Uncover the rich history as you visit the renowned tomb of Tutankhamun, famously discovered by Howard Carter in 1922.

Continue your journey to the adjacent Valley of the Queens, Medinet Habu Temple, and the majestic Colossi of Memnon. Spend the night moored in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 8: Saturday

Enjoy a delightful breakfast aboard the Dahabiya before disembarking, concluding your remarkable journey along the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast

7 Nights / 8 DaysLuxor to Aswan

Day 1: Saturday

Embark on a luxurious journey in Luxor as you set sail along the majestic Nile River aboard a beautifully appointed Dahabeya.

After a delightful lunch, prepare to be awed by the magnificent temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak, boasting an impressive hypostyle hall with an astonishing 137 columns. Follow this with a visit to the grand Luxor Temple from the 28th Dynasty.

As the day comes to a close, enjoy a peaceful overnight stay on the picturesque banks of the Nile in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch – Dinner

Day 2: Sunday

Today, venture to the West Bank for an extraordinary exploration of the burial grounds of Pharaohs, starting with the renowned Valley of the Kings, where Howard Carter famously discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922.

Continue your journey to the adjacent Valley of the Queens, the temple of Medinet Habu, and the awe-inspiring Colossi of Memnon. As you sail towards Esna, relish the beauty of the Nile and spend a relaxing evening moored near Esna.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 3: Monday

Indulge in a leisurely day as you savor a delightful breakfast on board. Enjoy the serene surroundings as we sail, with the Nile as your tranquil companion. Spend a peaceful night moored beside a charming Nile Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 4: Tuesday

This morning, our journey takes us to Edfu. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the remarkably preserved Temple of Edfu, a true testament to ancient Egyptian art and architecture. After a fascinating visit, retire for the night, moored near another enchanting Nile Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 5: Wednesday

As the sun rises, we continue sailing toward Kom Ombo. Today’s adventure includes visiting the beautiful Ptolemaic temple dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and Horus, the falcon-headed god of the morning sun. After an eventful day, spend a peaceful night beside a charming Nile Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 6: Thursday

Explore the mystical temple of Kom Ombo, an architectural marvel dedicated to Sobek and Horus. With the Nile as our companion, indulge in a leisurely day as we sail towards Aswan, where we will moor near the iconic Aswan Bridge.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 7: Friday

Today’s itinerary includes visits to the renowned Aswan High Dam, a marvel of engineering completed in 1971, and the historic Old Dam, completed in 1902.

Discover the captivating Philae Temple, devoted to the goddess Isis, which was skillfully rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser during the construction of the High Dam. Savor the final day of exploration before enjoying your last evening on board.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 8: Saturday

As your journey nears its end, savor a delightful breakfast aboard the Dahabeya before disembarking. Cherish the memories and experiences from your enchanting Nile voyage.

Meals: Breakfast

Includes / Excludes

Tour Includes

  • Transfers by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program.
  • Entrance fee for all sightseeing mentioned in the programs
  • Complimentary bottle of mineral water during Daily tours
  • Meet and assist upon arrival with flowers/departure.
  • Accommodation at Dahabiya Cruise on Full Board Basis.
  • Egyptologist English guide during tours.
  • Free sim card during your tours
  • All Taxes & Service charges.

Tour Excludes

  • Any Extra meals and beverages.
  • All personal expenses.
  • Any Optional tours.
  • Tipping
Price Policy

Children Policy

  • Age from 0 Up to below 2 years: FREE
  • Age from 2 Up to below 6 years: 25% of adult price
  • Age from 6 Up to below 11.99 years: 50% of adult price
  • Ages from 12 years = Adult price

Notes:

Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 1 Child sharing parent’s room)

If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.

Booking & Payment

Reservations:

Should be made as early as possible to book the desired holiday. Space on a given tour will be secured upon receipt of a deposit of 30% of the full price. ( Deposit will be 50% during the Christmas and New Year holidays and on packages including airfare.) This deposit counts as part of your final payment to confirm your reservation.

Payment:

We accept a deposit as low as 30% of the total tour price and the rest can be paid in equal installments until the date of arrival or you can pay the rest in cash upon arrival.

Payment Methods:

By Bank wire transfer or credit, debit card (Visa/MasterCard) Via Verisign Secured payment system on our website or sent via Western Union

In the case of the payment ( by Bank wire transfer ): –
– we will provide you with our bank account details via Email

Confirmation:

The customer will receive a confirmation email from the Site. The confirmed reservation form corresponds to the travel contract and includes the description of the service and its essential characteristics, as well as the price and cancellation policy.

Tour Voucher:

After your Tour is confirmed we will email the final confirmation and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will include contact numbers of your tour operator and customer care and additional information for your convenience.

You Can Contact our Tour Operators for any further clarification and reconfirmation of service.

Cancellation Policy

We offer a very flexible cancellation policy, in case the government or the airline issues a travel warning from/to your country of departure and your destination. We are showing the flexibility not to charge any cancellation fees & we will pay a full refund.

Here, we prioritize your well-being and safety above all else and for that reason, our cancellation policy reflects our values.

For any cancellation, you must write a handwritten and signed and send it by email.

Cancellation by the customer:

In case you cancel your trip, the following scale of charges will be applied:

  • From the date of booking until 45 days before your arrival date, 20% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • Between 44 and 35 days before your arrival date, 30% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • Between 34 and 25 days before your arrival date, 50% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • Between 24 and 15 days before your arrival date,75% of the entire tour price will be charged
  • Between 14 and 9 days before your arrival date, 90% of the entire tour price will be charged.
  • Between 8 and 1day before your arrival date, 100% of the entire tour price will be charged.

Additionally, there are cancellation fees on all domestic flights within Egypt. If you cancel a tour at any time, you will be subject to any fees according to the airline’s cancellation policy.

Prices

The price varies depending on the number of persons as shown in the price table including service fees and taxes.

Price quotes are in US dollars per person per night and are valid until December 31st, Except (for Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays ).

Excursions

All our tours are private tours or group tours.

  • For private tours, they have a private tour guide and private air-conditioned cars, and you have the convenience of starting your tours.
  • As for group tours, our groups include a maximum of 12 participants only during visits in private air-conditioned cars with private guides.

Cruise accommodation

  • For basis 2 persons in Double Room ( Occupied by 2 Persons ) For basis 2/4/6/8/10.
  • For basis 3 persons in Triple Room (Occupied by 3 Persons).
  • For basis 5 Personnes will be Double Room & Triple Room For Basis 5/7/9.

Entrance fees to specific sites

Our Tours and excursions exclude entry to particular archaeological sites such as the Tomb of Tutankhamun and Ramses in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.

What to bring with you?
  • Sunscreen
  • Good walking shoes for trips
  • Camera to take wonderful photos
  • Your credit card
  • A dictionary to communicate on-site
  • A diving mask for exploring the depths of the sea
  • Clothing with long sleeves for visiting religious sites
  • Light clothing to withstand extreme heat
FAQ

How can I book a Dahabiya Cruise?

You can book the Dahabiya Cruise directly from the website or contact us via Online Chat, Email, or WhatsApp. If you wish for a tailor-made tour or edit anything on the Dahabiya contact us now and we will be happy to create an itinerary for you.

Can I edit or add anything to this Dahabiya ?

Yes, you can edit or add anything to the Dahabiya Cruise because all our tours are Private Tours so the customer has the right to edit or add anything that suits the trip in order to be his/her holiday is memorable.

What languages do you offer on Dahabiya?

We speak your language, so don’t worry we know the importance of language in communication so all our tours are available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, German, French, Chinese, and Japanese and if there is any language required we will do our best to provide it to you.

Which currency is most widely accepted on this Dahabiya ?

We accept USD, EUR, GBP, and UAE Dirham currencies.

Do you arrange airport transfers?

We offer airport transfers throughout Egypt. Please feel free to contact us if you would like a quick ride.

 

How many people are typically on your Dahabiya?

All of our private tours are only for people you book for. If you are alone, it will only be you and your guide. If you’re a couple, just the two of you are your guide. We think this is the best type of tour so it can be customized for you, so you can get the full attention of your guide throughout the duration of the tour.

Is tipping included in the price?

No, tips are not included in the tour price, and we give you the option to give some if you are satisfied with the service you received. It would be nice to give some that will make them feel happy and appreciated.

Are there discounts for groups?

Yes, we can offer a discount for groups, please inquire us at the time of booking.

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