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The gentle Nile in a dahabieh: a timeless interlude in the heart of ancient Egypt, between Esna and Aswan

Main features
Boat type: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 12
Maximum capacity: 23 travelers

Cabins

Double deluxe cabin
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Twin deluxe cabin with a large bed or twin beds and panoramic window.
Panoramic suite
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Panoramic suite with a double bed and private terrace.
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

Esna El Kab
Depart from your hotel and travel 50 km south to Esna, the home port of your Dahabieh. After... more+ boarding the boat, begin your 5-day cruise along the Nile toward Aswan. Before sailing, visit the Esna Temple, dedicated to the ram-headed god Khnum, and enjoy a short walk through the lively local markets. Continue sailing to El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb, where you’ll explore the remains of temples and rock-cut tombs nestled in the cliffs. As evening falls, the boat anchors near a small island. Enjoy a peaceful dinner either on board or along the quiet banks of the Nile. Spend your first night on board, surrounded by the timeless serenity of the river. 
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Diner
El Kab Edfu Wadi Shatt
Enjoy breakfast on board as the Dahabieh sails to El Kab, one of Egypt’s oldest inhabited sites.... more+ Dating back to 6000 BCE, El Kab was a prominent Predynastic and Early Dynastic settlement, flourishing alongside Hierakonpolis just across the Nile. After your visit, lunch is served on board as the scenery shifts—golden desert sands give way to lush date palm groves, offering timeless views unchanged for centuries.In the afternoon, explore the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu. Dedicated to the falcon-headed god, this temple once hosted grand ceremonies with live falcons in his honor and remains one of the finest examples of Ptolemaic architecture in Egypt. The journey continues to Wadi el Shat, where you'll enjoy a walk through small villages and the surrounding desert landscape. As the day ends, the boat moors near a quiet Nile island. Dinner is served on board or on the riverbank, followed by your second overnight stay on the Dahabieh. 
Activités incluses : Visit to the Temple of Edfu, Visit to the temple of El Kab, more+
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Diner
Wadi Shatt Bassaw Gebel el-Silsila Kom Ombo
After breakfast on board, step ashore to explore Bisaw Island. Stroll through the village, meet... more+ local residents, and get a glimpse into everyday life in this peaceful Nile community. Return to the Dahabieh for lunch as you sail southward. Spend a relaxing afternoon on the sundeck, watching the riverside glide by as the boat makes its way to Gebel el-Silsila. Here, visit the ancient sandstone quarries and the impressive rock-cut chapels of Seti I, Ramesses II, Merenptah, and Horemheb—silent witnesses to Egypt’s grand construction age. As the sun sets, the Dahabieh sails on toward Kom Ombo. Dinner is served around a glowing campfire along the Nile’s edge—an unforgettable evening under the stars. Overnight on board. 
Activités incluses : Visit of Gebel el Silsila, Visit to Bisaw, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Kom Ombo Daraw Aswan
Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting the remarkable double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the... more+ crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Haroeris. With its symmetrical layout and riverside setting, the temple offers a unique insight into ancient dual worship. The Dahabieh then sails to Daraw, once the final stop for camel caravans arriving from Sudan after a grueling 40-day trek through the Libyan Desert. Take a walk through the village and explore its bustling camel market—a lively reminder of historic trade routes. In the afternoon, the journey continues toward Koubania, a peaceful Nubian village near Aswan. With its lush gardens filled with citrus and mango trees, Koubania is the perfect setting for a tranquil final evening. Dinner is served on board, and you’ll spend your fourth and last night immersed in the serene beauty of the Nile. 
Activités incluses : Visit to the temple of Kom Ombo, Visit to the village of Daraw, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Aswan
After your final breakfast on board, it’s time to check out and bid farewell to the Dahabieh and... more+ crew. You’ll be transferred according to your itinerary—to your hotel or directly to the airport for your onward journey. As you leave the Nile behind, you carry with you lasting memories of ancient temples, peaceful villages, and the timeless rhythm of life along the river. 
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Lunch
Diner

included

The price includes
Private egyptologist guide ( Speaking Italian & French & Spanish )
Transfer from Luxor to Esna
Unlimited water, tea and coffee
Entrance fees to the sites included in the program
All Transfers as mentioned in the itinerary with Private A/C modern car
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Prepaid SIM card
Flights not included in the program (NB: all flights are available on request, contact your advisor)
Visa
Personal expenses
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
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
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

Activities

Visit to the Temple of Edfu
included
Visit to the temple of El Kab
included
Visit of Gebel el Silsila
included
Visit to Bisaw
included
Visit to the temple of Kom Ombo
included
Visit to the village of Daraw
included

Information about the partner

Commercial history with Filovent

Filovent partner since 2024

Last booking with this partner in September 2025

6 bookings with this partner

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