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6-day private cruise on a dahabieh: from Luxor to Aswan, combining cultural stops, understated luxury, and moments of relaxation

Main characteristics
Type of boat: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 6
Maximum capacity: 12 travelers

Cabs

Suite
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
A suite offering the luxury of refined comfort, carefully designed for an intimate and elegant cruise experience. Each suite has a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and bathroom scales, as well as high-end toiletries. The suite is fully air-conditioned with individually controlled air conditioning. A flat-screen TV, personal safe and all the amenities of a deluxe suite are available.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Luxor
Board in Luxor in the morning and settle in on board. Lunch on board, with a peaceful view of the... see+ banks of the Nile. In the afternoon, departure for a visit to two unmissable gems of ancient Egypt: the Temple of Karnak, a vast sacred complex dedicated to the god Amun and a true masterpiece of Pharaonic architecture, followed by the Temple of Luxor, beautifully preserved and connected to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. Return on board at the end of the day. Dinner and overnight stay in Luxor. 
Activités incluses : Visit of the Luxor Temple, Visit to the temple of Karnak, see+
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Luxor Esna
After breakfast on board, depart for a morning of sightseeing on the west bank of Luxor, the heart... see+ of the ancient Theban necropolis. You will discover the famous Valley of the Kings, where the pharaohs of the New Kingdom are laid to rest, the imposing Colossi of Memnon, and the majestic mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut. Return on board for lunch, then begin sailing towards Esna. In the afternoon, enjoy a moment of relaxation on the sun deck with a cup of tea served in a peaceful setting, while the Nile flows peacefully before your eyes. Dinner on board and overnight stay in Esna. 
Activités incluses : Visit to the valley of the kings, Visit of the temple of Hatshepsut, see+
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Esna Edfou Kom Ombo
After breakfast, we set sail for Edfu. We visit the Temple of Edfu, one of the best preserved in... see+ Egypt, dedicated to the god Horus. Its imposing façade, detailed reliefs and solemn atmosphere make it a remarkable testament to the Ptolemaic era. Return on board and cruise to Kom Ombo (approximately 11 hours). Lunch on board during the cruise, followed by a moment of relaxation with tea served on the sun deck, overlooking the green landscapes and traditional villages that line the Nile. Overnight stay in Kom Ombo. 
Activités incluses : Visit of the Edfu temple, see+
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Kom Ombo Assouan
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, unique in Egypt for its dual dedication to the gods... see+ Sobek (with the head of a crocodile) and Haroeris (in the form of Horus). Overlooking the Nile, this site offers an impressive setting and rich religious symbolism. Return on board and sail to Aswan (approximately 5 hours). Lunch will be served during the cruise as the ship travels through one of the most peaceful and spectacular stretches of the Nile. In the afternoon, visit the must-see sights of Aswan: the High Dam, a feat of modern engineering; the unfinished Obelisk, a fascinating example of stone cutting techniques; and finally, the superb Temple of Philae, a sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Isis, saved from the waters and rebuilt on the island of Agilka. Return on board at the end of the day. Dinner and overnight stay in Aswan. 
Activités incluses : Visit of the temple of Kom Ombo, Visit of the unfinished obelisk, see+
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Lunch
Dinner
Assouan
After breakfast, you have the option of participating in an exceptional optional excursion: a visit... see+ to the majestic temples of Abu Simbel, a monumental masterpiece built by Ramses II and saved from the waters during the construction of the High Dam. This impressive site, carved out of the rock, is one of the most powerful symbols of Pharaonic grandeur. Return on board for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a peaceful trip on a felucca, a traditional Nile sailboat, to Kitchener's Island. There you will discover the botanical garden, a true haven of freshness and exoticism, home to a rare collection of tropical plants from all over the world. Return on board at the end of the day. Dinner and overnight stay in Aswan. 
Activités incluses : Visit to the botanical garden, Felucca trip on the Nile, see+
Optional services: Visit to the temples of Abu Simbel see+
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Assouan
After breakfast, disembarkation and end of your cruise.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
All-inclusive package (alcoholic beverages not included)
Tour Guide (Egyptologist)
WIFI
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Prepaid SIM card
Personal expenses
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Further information
Even if the boat is equipped with sails, it will mainly be powered when the conditions are too pitch for the sails to be used
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Visit of the Luxor Temple
Included
Visit to the temple of Karnak
Included
Visit to the valley of the kings
Included
Visit of the temple of Hatshepsut
Included
Visit to the Colossi of Memnon
Included
Visit of the Edfu temple
Included
Visit of the temple of Kom Ombo
Included
Visit of the unfinished obelisk
Included
Visit of the temple of Philea
Included
Visit to the Aswan dam
Included
Visit to the botanical garden
Included
Felucca trip on the Nile
Included
Visit to the temples of Abu Simbel
Not included

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