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Dahabiya Sailing, Luxor to Aswan
A traditional two-masted sailboat with 8 to 12 cabins. It moors at islands and small sites the big ships can't reach, and the pace is set by the wind.
Highlights
- Temple of Khnum, Esna
- El Kab tombs
- Temple of Horus, Edfu
- Gebel el-Silsila
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Island moorings
Dahabiya Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan: itinerary
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Day 1
Luxor · Esna · Embark
Pick-up in Luxor and drive to Esna for the Temple of Khnum and its restored painted ceiling. Board the dahabiya and sail south.
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Day 2
El Kab · Edfu
Walk up to the rock tombs of El Kab, sail on, and visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu in the late afternoon.
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Day 3
Gebel el-Silsila
The ancient sandstone quarries and shrines of Gebel el-Silsila. Afternoon swim stop and dinner moored at an island.
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Day 4
Kom Ombo · Aswan
Morning at Kom Ombo Temple, then the last stretch of sailing to Aswan.
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Day 5
Aswan · Disembark
Breakfast on deck and transfer to your hotel, the airport or the train station.
Included
- Private cabin with en-suite bathroom on a traditional sailing boat
- Full board with soft drinks, tea and coffee
- Sightseeing as listed with a private Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to all the sites in the itinerary
- Transfers from your hotel, the airport or the train station
- All service charges and taxes
Not included
- Flights or train to Luxor and Aswan
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips for the crew and guide
- Egypt entry visa
Dahabiya Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan: questions and answers
How long is the dahabiya Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan?
5 days · 4 nights, sailing from Luxor to Aswan.
How much does the dahabiya Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan cost?
From $1,130 per person, sharing a double cabin. The final price depends on the date and cabin; we confirm it in writing before you book.
What is included?
Private cabin with en-suite bathroom on a traditional sailing boat. Full board with soft drinks, tea and coffee. Sightseeing as listed with a private Egyptologist guide. Entrance fees to all the sites in the itinerary. Transfers from your hotel, the airport or the train station. All service charges and taxes.
What is not included?
Flights or train to Luxor and Aswan. Alcoholic drinks. Tips for the crew and guide. Egypt entry visa.
Where does the cruise start?
Your hotel in Luxor, the airport or train station.
When does it depart?
Weekly departures, October to April.
What will I see?
Temple of Khnum, Esna, El Kab tombs, Temple of Horus, Edfu, Gebel el-Silsila, Kom Ombo Temple, Island moorings.
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