Description
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Spend 5 days sailing the mighty Nile on a traditional dahabiya boat on this luxury cruise. Begin your trip with some afternoon sightseeing in Luxor with visit to the amazing Karnak Temple. On day two, spend the morning sightseeing on the west bank of Luxor visiting the Valley of the Kings, Temples of Hatshepsut and the famous Colossi of Memnon. Optional early morning hot air balloon ride. Continue sailing passing Esna lock. Day three will take you to Edfu to visit one of the best preserved temples on the river dedicated to the God Horus. Spend day four at ease sailing through quieter parts of the Nile that large vessels cannot reach. On day five we arrive at Aswan. You will tour the famous High Dam and Philae Temple. Optional extension to Abu Simbel.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Begin Your Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor
Day 1:
Begin Your Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor
Arrive in Luxor and enjoy a private transfer to your 5 Days Dahabiya Nile Cruise. Step aboard your traditional sailing boat, settle into your cabin, and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch served onboard.
In the afternoon, head out to the East Bank to see well known sights in Luxor. Start at Luxor Temple Then go on to Karnak Temple the Complex, a major religious place in ancient Egypt
In the evening, come back to the Dahabiya. Have dinner on board and sip drinks while you unwind on the Nile, watching the landscape glide past.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2:
The west bank, then the Esna lock
Day 2:
The west bank, then the Esna lock
Start your morning with breakfast onboard before crossing to Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings and see the tombs of ancient pharaohs, with their detailed wall art. Next, visit the Temple of Hatshepsut set into the cliffs at Deir el-Bahari. then stop at the Colossi of Memnon
Return to your Dahabiya for lunch and continue sailing south toward Edfu. Enjoy the peaceful Nile scenery and pass by the historic area of El Kab along the way.
Spend the evening relaxing on the sundeck and enjoy dinner under the stars.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3:
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
Day 3:
Edfu & Kom Ombo Temples
Wake up to breakfast onboard as your 5-day luxury Dahabiya cruise in Egypt continues toward Edfu. Stop at the Temple of Edfu The site is in very good shape and it honors Horus, the falcon god. Take time to see the big gateway, the open yards, and the carved wall scenes. After the visit, head back to the Dahabiya.
Have lunch on board while the boat sails toward Kom Ombo. Later in the day, visit the Temple of kom ombo This temple is shared by two deities. One is Sobek, shown as a crocodile god. The other is Haroeris, an old form of Horus.
Return to the Dahabiya for dinner and an evening of relaxation surrounded by the peaceful Nile landscape.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4:
Scenic Sailing to Aswan | High Dam & Philae Temple
Day 4:
Scenic Sailing to Aswan | High Dam & Philae Temple
Valley of the Kings
Explore the royal tombs of ancient pharaohs hidden in the desert hills. Three tombs are included, with optional entry to Tutankhamun's tomb (extra cost).
Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
A stunning structure built into limestone cliffs, honoring Egypt's most powerful female pharaoh.
Day 5:
Disembark
Day 5:
Disembark
Enjoy your final breakfast onboard and take in your last views of the Nile before checking out.
For an additional experience, you can take an optional early-morning excursion to the Abu Simbel Temples at an extra cost.
After breakfast, disembark from your 5 Day Dahabiya Luxor to Aswan and enjoy a private transfer to Aswan Airport, Aswan Train Station, or your hotel, according to your travel arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast
Included / Excluded
Included
- Transfers to and from any address in Luxor or Aswan to the Dahabiya, according to the itinerary.
- All sightseeing tours and entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.
- Professional English-speaking guide during sightseeing tours.
- Full-board accommodation onboard the Dahabiya.
- Daily breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
- Tea and coffee throughout the voyage.
- Mineral water and soft drinks during the cruise.
- Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, subject to fair usage policy.
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages and tipping.
- Entry Visa.
- Flight Ticket.
- Any sightseeing not mentiion in Itinarary.
- Any personal Expensive
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