Nile cruise on a dahabieh: from Esna to Aswan through ancient temples, Nubian villages, and traditional markets
Main characteristics
Type of boat: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 10
Maximum capacity: 20 travelers
Crew members: 10
Cabins
Double cabin
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Double cabin with a double bed or two separate beds and private bathroom.
Double cabin with a double bed or two separate beds and private bathroom.
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 El Hegz
To reach our dahabieh, part of the governorate of Luxor, we drive about an hour from Luxor to Esna.... see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
El Hegz El Kab Edfou
Breakfast on board, sail to El Kab. Transfer to discover the massive walls of the ancient city of... see+
Included activities: Massive walls of ancient Nekheb and New Kingdom tombs, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Edfou Bassaw
Breakfast on board. Visit Bassaw Island and village: join the men in their boats to share the... see+
Included activities: Bassaw village tour, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Bassaw Kom Ombo Assouan
Breakfast on board. Visit to the temple of Kom Ombo and the crocodile museum. As we approach Aswan,... see+
Included activities: Visit of the temple of Kom Ombo, Visit of the Crocodile Museum, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Assouan Daraw
Breakfast on board. Optional early morning (visit to Abu Simbel or half-day visit to Aswan). Lunch... see+
Optional services: Visit Abu Simbel temple, Half-day tour of Aswan, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Daraw Gebel Silsileh
Breakfast on board. In Daraw, you will learn how to shop like a local at the market, visit a barn... see+
Included activities: Visit to the village of Daraw, Visit to a Nubian village, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Gebel Silsileh Edfou El Hegz
Breakfast on board. Sailing to Edfu and visit of the Temple of Horus. Lunch on board. Dinner and... see+
Included activities: Visit to the Temple of Horus, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Esna El Hegz Esna
Breakfast on board. Sailing to Esna. Visit to the dahabieh after breakfast. We visit the temple,... see+
Included activities: Visit of a caravanserai in Esna, Visit to Esna temple and market, see+
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The price includes
Entrance fees
Drinks with meals
Transfers
English-speaking guide
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The price does not include
Prepaid SIM card
Alcohol on board
French speaking guide
French, Spanish, and German-speaking guide (subject to availability) for an additional €300
Visa fees
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Filovent cancellation insurance see+
Filovent comprehensive insurance see+
Further information
Dahabiehs are traditional sailing boats that navigate primarily under sail. When wind conditions do not permit it, or on certain stretches of the Nile, the boat may be towed at a distance (approximately 30 m) by a small tugboat, as dahabiehs do not have engines
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+
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Customer reviews
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Information about the partner
- Filovent partner since 2024
- Last booking with this partner in September 2026
- 64 bookings with this partner
- Partner's overall rating: 9,8 / 10 (28 avis)
- Average rating of the partner's boats: 9,9 / 10
- Average rating of the partner's service: 9,6 / 10
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