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The eternal Nile: 5 days discovering the treasures of Upper Egypt by dahabieh, from Esna to Aswan

Main characteristics
Type of boat: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 8
Maximum capacity: 16 travelers
Crew members: 11

Cabins

Double cabin
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Twin-bedded cabin with twin beds, featuring two separate single beds. It includes a private bathroom, a window, air conditioning, and handcrafted and decorated furniture, offering a warm and authentic atmosphere for a comfortable stay on the side of the boat.
Panoramic suite
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Spacious and bright, the panoramic suite features a double bed, a private bathroom, and a window offering beautiful views. The handcrafted and decorated furniture highlights the suite's unique character, while the air conditioning ensures absolute comfort throughout your stay.
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

Esna El Hegz
Discover the iconic treasures of Luxor with a visit to the Valley of the Kings, the legendary... see+ necropolis of the pharaohs of the New Kingdom, followed by the majestic temple of Queen Hatshepsut, an architectural masterpiece built against the Theban cliffs. The tour continues with the impressive Karnak complex, a vast ensemble of sanctuaries, pylons, and monumental columns that bear witness to the grandeur of ancient Egypt. From Luxor, drive to Esna, where your Nile cruise begins. A visit to the temple of Esna, dedicated to the god Khnum, reveals splendid finely carved ceilings and monumental columns, remarkable vestiges of late antiquity. Boarding and first hours of navigation, lulled by the calm of the river and the gentle green banks. Night at anchorage in El Hegz, under the starry sky of Upper Egypt. 
Included activities: Visit to Esna temple, Visit of the Valley of the Kings, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
El Hegz Edfou Gebel Silsileh
As we sail along the river, we arrive at Edfu to explore the Temple of Horus, one of the... see+ best-preserved sanctuaries in Egypt. Its monumental architecture and remarkably well-preserved reliefs immerse visitors in the sacred rites of the Ptolemaic era. The journey continues to Wadi el Shatt, a peaceful and unspoiled region offering an authentic immersion into Nile life. Overnight stay in Gebel el Selsila, in an atmosphere of silence and serenity. 
Included activities: Visit to the Temple of Edfu, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Gebel Silsileh Kom Ombo
Discover the pharaonic quarries of Gebel el Selsila, where the blocks used to build Egypt's great... see+ temples were extracted. Visit the temple of Horemheb, nestled in the rock, a discreet but moving testimony to ancient fervor.
At the end of the day, arrive in Kom Ombo and visit its unique temple, dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroëris, the solar falcon. Overlooking the Nile, the site is bathed in golden light at sunset. Overnight in Kom Ombo. 
Included activities: Visit to the temple of Kom Ombo, see+
Optional services: Visit of Gebel el Silsila see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Kom Ombo Assouan
Sail to Aswan, the pearl of southern Egypt. A visit to the Temple of Philae, saved from the waters... see+ and delicately reconstructed on Agilkia Island, offers a rare moment of emotion. Dedicated to the goddess Isis, it embodies the elegance and grace of Ptolemaic architecture. Arrival in Aswan, a bright and peaceful city, where the Nile widens between granite islands and golden dunes. Overnight stay in Aswan. 
Included activities: Visit to the temple of Philae, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Assouan
After one last look at the river in the early morning, it's time to disembark. The end of this... see+ intimate cruise, steeped in history, majestic landscapes, and Nilotic tranquility. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Transfer Luxor - Esna
Non-alcoholic beverages
Egyptologist guide (French, English, German, Italian, Spanish)
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Prepaid SIM card
Flights
Visas
Temple entrance 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+

Activities

Visit to Esna temple
Included
Visit of the Valley of the Kings
Included
Visit of the temple of Hatshepsut
Included
Visit to Karnak temple
Included
Visit to the Temple of Edfu
Included
Visit to the temple of Kom Ombo
Included
Visit to the temple of Philae
Included
Visit of Gebel el Silsila
Not included

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  • Filovent partner since 2026
  • Last booking with this partner in March 2026
  • 1 booking with this partner
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