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Dahabieh getaway: a 4-day journey through Egyptian history from Aswan to Esna

Main characteristics
Type of boat: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 12
Maximum capacity: 23 travelers

Cabs

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

Assouan Kom Ombo Gebel Silsileh
The pick-up point for this excursion is the address of your choice in Aswan. At 9 a.m., you will be... see+ welcomed by our local partner. Transfer from any address in Aswan to board the boat. After a welcome by the crew, the boat sets sail for a small island for a walk in the peaceful countryside. After lunch on the sun deck, you will visit Egypt's only double temple at Kom Ombo, dedicated to two gods, Sobek and Haroeris. The temple has two entrances, processional paths, and sanctuaries. Continue sailing to the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila. First night on board. 
Included activities: Visit to the temple of Kom Ombo, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Gebel Silsileh Edfou Fawaza
After breakfast, you explore the rock temple and the remains of monuments in the old quarries.... see+ While daily life on the riverbanks gets underway and the first fishermen are at work, you can relax on the sundeck while the crew sails to Edfu. Here you see the fantastically well-preserved temple of Horus, the falcon god. The walls of the innermost part of the temple are completely covered in texts, which actually makes it a library carved in stone. The day ends at a small Nile island where you have dinner around a campfire. Second night on board. 
Included activities: Visit to the Temple of Edfu, Visit of Gebel el Silsila, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Fawaza El Kab Esna
Sail to El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb with temples and rock tombs from the Old Kingdom. Visit... see+ some of the tombs cut into the cliffs and the remains of its temples. Sailing to Esna. Third and last night on board. 
Included activities: Visit to the temple of El Kab, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Esna
Your journey ends this morning in Esna. Enjoy a final breakfast before transferring to any address... see+ in Luxor (45 km south – approximately one hour’s drive), arriving around 11 am. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

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

Activities

Visit to the temple of Kom Ombo
Included
Visit to the Temple of Edfu
Included
Visit of Gebel el Silsila
Included
Visit to the temple of El Kab
Included

Recommended activities

Day trip to the Pyramids and Saqqara (lunch included)
Set off on an unforgettable day exploring the treasures of ancient Egypt with a visit to the Giza Plateau, home to the famous pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the majestic Sphinx, an iconic symbol of Pharaonic civilization.

The tour... see+ continues to Saqqara, one of the oldest archaeological sites in Egypt, famous for the step pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser, the first pyramid ever built. Lunch is included during the day, allowing you to take a break before continuing your immersion in Egyptian history. 
Not included $153 / pers.
Day trip to the Pyramids and the Grand Museum (lunch included)
Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on a day trip to the Giza Plateau, where you can admire the famous pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, true marvels of Pharaonic architecture.

The tour continues at the Grand Museum, which houses an... see+ exceptional collection tracing the history of ancient Egypt through unique objects and major archaeological treasures. Lunch is included during the day, offering a break before continuing this cultural immersion into the heart of Egypt's heritage. 
Not included $203 / pers.
Tour of the Grand Museum, the Citadel, Coptic Cairo, and Khan Elkhalili Bazaar (lunch included)
Enjoy a full day exploring the historical and cultural riches of Cairo. The tour begins at the Grand Museum, which displays exceptional treasures tracing the fascinating history of ancient Egypt.

You will then discover the Citadel and its iconic monuments... see+ from the Islamic era, before immersing yourself in Coptic Cairo with its unique churches and historical sites. The day ends with a stroll through the Khan El-Khalili bazaar, famous for its crafts and authentic atmosphere. Lunch is included for a pleasant break during this cultural immersion. 
Not included $174 / pers.

Information about the partner

Commercial history with Filovent

  • Filovent partner since 2024
  • Last booking with this partner in February 2026
  • 11 bookings with this partner
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