Nour El Nile Dahbaiya Cruises

Unwind and take in the stunning beauty of the magical Nile aboard the Nour El Nile Dahabiya Cruise. Discover ancient sites between Esna and Aswan as you sail in comfort and style on this deluxe Dahabiya experience.

Important Info

Tour Duration: 6 Days
Location: Luxor, Egypt
Scheduling: Mondays

Highlights

• Travel by boat and enjoy stunning views from the water

Tour Description

Every Monday

Day 1: Esna - Luxor

Upon your arrival at Luxor International Airport or Railway Station, our Valley of the Kings Egyptologist Guide will meet you and escort you to Esna, located approximately 33 miles south of Luxor. Here, you will board your Dahabiya. Esna is renowned for the ancient Temple of Khnum, which sits 10 meters below street level. Your tour begins with a short walk to the temple, followed by a stroll through streets lined with beautiful textiles and exotic goods.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: El Kab & Edfu - Aswan

Set sail for El Kab, located on the East Bank of the Nile. Once the capital of Upper Egypt, El Kab is home to the Temple of Nekhbet and a series of intricately decorated tombs carved into the mountainside. After docking, enjoy a pleasant walk through a small fishing village to visit the necropolis. In the afternoon, the boat will arrive at Edfu, where you will visit the Temple of Horus. A horse and carriage will take you through the bustling city streets to the temple. After your visit, return to the boat and sail to a picturesque island.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Sail & Swim - Aswan

Today is dedicated to enjoying the river. After breakfast, embark on an optional morning walk before setting sail. In the afternoon, stop at an island where you can take a stroll or swim in the Nile. As dusk falls, there may be an opportunity to walk into the desert along a valley adorned with ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs and Stone Age inscriptions. These markings lead to the shortest trail through the desert to Libya. At night, the boat will dock at the foot of the illuminated Temple of Gebel Silsileh.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Gebel Silsileh - Aswan

Here, the Nile flows between two mountain ranges at its narrowest point. Typically, you will be one of the few visitors at this fascinating site, as larger Nile cruisers are not permitted to stop here. After visiting the small Temple of Horemheb and exploring the sandstone quarries where ancient Egyptians cut stone for their temples, relax at a charming café for tea and shisha (water pipe). Later, sail to a scenic riverbank for lunch and swimming.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Kom Ombo - Aswan

After a night spent under the starry skies, enjoy a morning trip to the town and Temple of Kom Ombo, built during the Ptolemaic period and dedicated to the crocodile-headed God Sobek. After exploring the temple, visit the nearby Crocodile Museum, which showcases many mummified crocodiles.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Aswan - Departure

After breakfast on board, it’s time to disembark from your Dahabiya. You will then be transferred to Aswan Airport or Railway Station for your final departure.
Meals: Breakfast

Pricing

Price Policy

Our prices are quoted in USD, but we also accept Euros and Sterling. The prices are per person and per trip, except during peak seasons such as Christmas, New Year, and Easter holidays. You can easily change the currency by clicking the icon at the bottom of the page.

Children Policy

• Ages 0 - 1.99: Free of charge
• Ages 2 - 11.99: Pay 50% of the tour price
• Ages 12 and above: Pay the full tour price as an adult

Note: For domestic flights included in your tour, children aged 0-2 incur a fee of $15. Children aged 2 and above are classified as adults.

Payment Policy

A deposit of 25% of the total tour price is required. During peak times (Christmas, New Year, and Easter), the deposit increases to 50%. Payment can be made via bank transfer (details will be provided), Western Union, or online.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fees are as follows:

• More than 1 week in advance: No cancellation fee
• 3 to 6 days in advance: 50% cancellation fee
• Within 2 days of departure: 100% cancellation fee

Important: All flights require a 100% cancellation fee.

Tipping

If you are satisfied with the services provided, it is customary to give a gratuity, although you are not obligated to do so.