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9-day exceptional trip to Egypt: from bustling Cairo to majestic necropolises, on the tranquil waters of the Nile

Main characteristics
Type of boat: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 9
Maximum capacity: 18 travelers
Crew members: 9

Cabs

Suite with private terrace
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
The suite is fully air-conditioned and spans the full width of the rear of the ship. The suite is measuring 21m2 with a beautiful Lounge that opens onto its own private terrace which affords panoramic views of the Nile, perfect for entertaining or "when you just want to be alone". The Suite boasts Egyptian cotton bedding . The bathrooms are equipped with a power shower, toilet, washbasin and hairdryer. It has all the luxury fittings of the cabins but in a... see+ more spacious and sumptuous setting. 
Double cabin with a large bed or twin beds
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
The cabin measures 13m2 equipped with two single beds or one king-size bed. Each cabin is air-conditioned and tastefully decorated and has a large window that allows guests to have a breathtaking view of the Nile while enjoying the privacy of their own room. The cabins have Egyptian cotton bedding. The bathrooms are equipped with an electric shower, toilet, sink and hair dryer.
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

Cairo
We provide a 24-hour reception and assistance service at Cairo Airport. Our representative will be... see+ waiting for you in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name. They will assist you with airport formalities: visa, customs, baggage collection. They will then accompany you to your hotel in Cairo. Overnight stay at a hotel in Cairo. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel included see+
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Cairo Luxor
After breakfast, set off for a day of sightseeing at the pyramids of Giza. Start by exploring the... see+ pyramids, then head to the Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple. Continue with a visit to the site of Saqqara. Have lunch at a good oriental restaurant in Cairo. At the end of your visit, transfer to Cairo Airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you in the arrivals hall with a sign bearing your name and drive you to your hotel in Luxor. Overnight at the hotel. 
Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel included see+
Included activities: Visit to the Saqqara Necropolis, Visit to the Pyramids of Giza, see+
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Luxor Esna El Hegz
Breakfast, then meet your guide for a tour of the iconic monuments of the West Bank: the Valley of... see+ the Kings, where Tutankhamun's intact tomb was discovered in 1922, the rock-cut temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and a stop in front of the famous Colossi of Memnon. You will also have the opportunity to visit an alabaster factory to discover the expertise of local craftsmen. The tour continues on the east bank with the vast complex of Amun-Ra, also known as Karnak. Transfer to Esna to board the boat, cruise and overnight stay close-hauled to El Hegz Island. 
Included activities: Visit to the Valley of the Kings, Visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut, see+
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El Hegz Edfou Fawaza Sarag Island El Ramady Bassaw
Enjoy another peaceful breakfast as you sail towards Edfu, where your guide will accompany you on... see+ another excursion, this time to discover the Greco-Roman temple of Horus, also known as the Temple of Edfu.
This temple is the best preserved in Egypt, thanks to the fact that it was buried under desert sand for close-hauled 2,000 years before being rediscovered and carefully excavated.

After the visit, the cruise continues, passing several islands where you can watch children playing on the side of the Nile, as well as buffaloes and donkeys wandering along the banks. Lunch on board, then continue sailing to the small island village of Bassaw.
This community of about 500 inhabitants lives off agriculture (mangoes, bananas, dates) and fishing. Isolated from the modern world, Bassaw seems frozen in time. Upon arrival, you will visit a local farm where you will be warmly welcomed by the family. This will be an opportunity to exchange ideas, particularly on the education of girls living on the island. (You may even have the chance to help prepare traditional sun-baked bread for dinner.) Dinner on the island, followed by a festive Egyptian evening hosted by the crew with dancing and folklore.
 
Included activities: Visit to the Temple of Edfu, Visit of Bassaw, see+
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Bassaw Beshir Maniha Kom Ombo Herdiab Assouan
Breakfast on board the dahabeya.
Visit the Temple of Horemheb/Temple of Selsila, then return to... see+ the boat to continue sailing. Along the way, you will pass other islands such as Bashier and Maliha, while enjoying the magnificent scenery along the Nile. Arrival at the Temple of Kom Ombo, where your guide will show you around this remarkable building.
This is one of the most unique and fascinating temples in ancient Egypt, as it is dedicated to two deities: Sobek and Haeroris. To achieve this, the builders had to double everything, resulting in an architectural complex that is actually made up of two symmetrical temples. Continue sailing towards Aswan.
 
Included activities: Temple of Gebel Silsileh, Temple of Kom Ombo, see+
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Assouan
Breakfast on board the dahabeya. Continue sailing to Aswan. We begin our tour of Aswan with the... see+ magnificent and majestic Temple of Philae. Located on Agilka Island, this sanctuary is one of the most beautiful in Egypt. It was completely moved from its original location to a higher area to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser following the construction of the Aswan High Dam, which was completed in 1977.

On the way back to our dahabeya, you can stop at the Aswan souk, where you can test your bargaining skills, visit the spice market, and taste the famous sugar cane juice.

Optionally, you can also visit a Nubian village in Aswan, spend time with the locals, go for a camel ride, or discover the surrounding islands by boat with a stop at the botanical garden.
 
Included activities: Temple of Philae, Visit of Aswan's market, see+
Optional services: Nubian village and botanical garden see+
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Assouan Cairo
Breakfast on board and disembarkation. Option to visit a Nubian village in Aswan, spend time with... see+ the locals and go for a camel ride.
You can also opt for a walk around the islands of Aswan with a visit to the botanical garden, or choose an optional excursion to the temple of Abu Simbel. Transfer to Aswan airport. Upon arrival in Cairo, our representative will meet you and take you to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Cairo.
 
Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel included see+
Optional services: Visit the temples of Abu Simbel, Visita a un villaggio nubiano, see+
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Cairo
After breakfast, set off for a day of sightseeing in Cairo. Discover the Grand Egyptian Museum in... see+ the city center, the Citadel with the Mohamed Ali Mosque, the Coptic Quarter, then stroll through the famous Khan El Khalili bazaar. Enjoy lunch at a good Middle Eastern restaurant in Cairo.
At the end of the day, return to your hotel. Overnight stay at your hotel in Cairo.
 
Accommodation: Overnight stay at the hotel included see+
Included activities: Visit to Cairo's new GEM museum, Mohamed Ali Mosque, Coptic Quarter, and Khan El Khalili, see+
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Cairo
Today, we will bid farewell to Egypt. Once you have enjoyed your delicious breakfast, our... see+ representative will accompany you to Cairo International Airport for your final departure. 
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Included

The price includes
Tour Guide (Egyptologist)
WIFI
Sheets and towel/toilet
Assistance and transfer to Cairo international airport and transfer to hotel in air-conditioned vehicle
Transfer to Cairo international airport for final departure
Service charges and all taxes
Water, tea and coffee during meals on board
The activities included in the program
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Hotels included in the program
The price does not include
Visa fees
Alcoholic beverages can be purchased on board at the bar
All-inclusive drinks
Prepaid SIM card
Visa fees
Flights not included in the program (NB: all flights are available on request, contact your advisor)
Tip for the airport representatives in Cairo: 3 euros per person per arrival or departure
Tip for the driver in Cairo: 3 euros / person / day
Tip for the guide in Cairo: 5€ / person / day
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tip for crew - Compulsory : 32€ / person
Tips for guides (Upper Egypt) - Compulsory : 20€ / person to be paid on the spot
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
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

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Information about the partner

Commercial history with Filovent

Filovent partner since 2023

Last booking with this partner in October 2025

277 bookings with this partner

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