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Splendors of the Nile between Esna and Aswan: a peaceful 6-day cruise on a dahabieh, combining refined comfort and cultural immersion

Main features
Boat type: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 10
Maximum capacity: 20 travelers

Cabins

Standard cabin
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
This comfortable cabin features two beds, two bedside tables, a desk with a stool, a chair, two windows offering beautiful natural light, a closet for your personal belongings, and a private bathroom. It is also equipped with a telephone connected to the local network for added convenience.
Large cabin
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Spacious and bright, this large cabin is ideal for a comfortable stay on board. It features two single beds, each with a bedside table, a large desk with a stool, and a chair for working or relaxing. Two large windows provide beautiful natural light throughout the day. A large closet provides ample storage space for your personal belongings. The modern and well-appointed private bathroom completes this functional space. For added convenience, a telephone... more+ connected to the local network is also available. 
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Luxor Esna El Hegz
Pick up from your hotel or Luxor airport with our guide who will take you to visit the famous... more+ historical monuments on the west bank of Luxor. During this excursion, your first stop will be the Valley of the Kings, the ancient royal necropolis where Tutankhamun's still intact tomb was discovered in 1922.

Next, we will see the magnificent rock-cut temple of Queen Hatshepsut. You will also have the opportunity to visit the alabaster factory to discover how ancient artists carved stone. On the way, we will visit the Colossi of Memnon.

Visit the vast complex of Amun-Re, also known as Karnak. Then transfer to board at Esna, cruise and overnight on El Hegz Island. 
Activités incluses : Visit to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memenon and the Temple of Karnak, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
El Hegz Edfu Bassaw
Enjoy another leisurely breakfast on the Nile as you sail to Edfu, where your guide will accompany... more+ you on a visit to the Greco-Roman Temple of Horus/Edfu Temple. This is the best-preserved temple in Egypt, having been buried under desert sand for nearly 2,000 years before being rediscovered and excavated.

After the visit, continue sailing past islands where you can see children playing on the banks of the Nile and buffalo and donkeys walking near the river. Lunch on board, then sail to the small island village of Bassaw. This community of 500 inhabitants grows its own food (mangoes, bananas, dates) and lives off fishing. Remarkably isolated from the surrounding areas, Bassaw seems frozen in time! Visit the village of Bassaw. Upon arrival at a farmer's property, we will be welcomed into his home and have the opportunity to ask questions, particularly about the education of girls living on the island. (Option to participate in the preparation of local sun-baked bread for dinner). Dinner on the island with an Egyptian folk evening hosted by the crew. 
Activités incluses : Visit to the Temple of Edfu, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Bassaw Horemheb
Breakfast aboard the dahabieh. Visit the Temple of Horemheb/Temple of Silsela, then return to the... more+ boat to continue sailing. Along the way, pass by other islands such as Bashier and Maliha while enjoying the magnificent landscapes of the Nile. Opportunity to swim in the river. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Horemheb Kom Ombo
Breakfast aboard the dahabieh. Arrival at Kom Ombo Temple, where your guide will introduce you to... more+ this unique temple dedicated to two deities: Sobek and Haroeris. To achieve this, the builders had to create two distinct parts, making Kom Ombo a complex that is actually two temples in one. Cruise to Aswan. 
Activités incluses : Temple of Kom Ombo, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kom Ombo Aswan
Breakfast aboard the dahabieh. Cruise to Aswan. Excursion to the magnificent Philae Temple located... more+ on Agilka Island, saved from the waters of Lake Nasser after the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

On the way back to the dahabieh, stop at the Aswan souk to practice your bargaining skills, visit the spice market, and taste the famous sugar cane juice. Optional: visit the Nubian village in Aswan, meet the locals, go for a camel ride or a boat trip around the islands with a visit to the Botanical Garden. 
Activités incluses : Temple of Philae, Visit of Aswan's market, more+
Optional services: Visit to a Nubian village more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Aswan
Breakfast on board, baggage collection, and disembarkation. Optional excursion to Abu Simbel. Our... more+ representative in Aswan will accompany you to the airport or your hotel. 
Optional services: Visit the temples of Abu Simbel, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Tour Guide (Egyptologist)
WIFI
Sheets and towel/toilet
Entrance fees for sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
Transfer to the dahabiya after the visit in Luxor or Aswan
Transfer from the Dahabeya to a hotel in Luxor, Luxor airport, a hotel in Aswan, or Aswan airport
Water, tea and coffee during meals on board
French, English, or German tour guide
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Visa fees
Prepaid SIM card
Alcoholic beverages
Guide tip
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tip for crew - Mandatory : 60€ / people
Additional information
Even though the boat is equipped with sails, navigation will primarily be done by motor when conditions are not favorable for using the sails
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Visit to the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut, the Colossi of Memenon and the Temple of Karnak
included
Visit to the Temple of Edfu
included
Temple of Kom Ombo
included
Temple of Philae
included
Visit of Aswan's market
included
Visit to a Nubian village
Not included
Visit the temples of Abu Simbel
Not included

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Last booking with this partner in October 2025

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