5 Days Aswan Luxor Nile Cruise | Traditional Dahabiya Boat Tour
Nile cruise Aswan to Luxor on traditional dahabiya sailboat. 5-day Egypt tour with intimate sailing experience, hidden temples, and expert Egyptologist guide.
Free cancellation up to 14 days before
About this tour
Experience the Nile as pharaohs once did aboard an authentic dahabiya sailboat on this exclusive 5-day Egypt tour from Aswan to Luxor. Far from crowded cruise ships, your intimate vessel accommodates just 10-16 guests, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of 19th-century Nile expeditions. This premium Nile cruise unveils hidden archaeological treasures including the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila and the rock tombs of El-Kab – sites rarely visited on standard Egypt tours. Wake each morning to the gentle lapping of Nile waters against your traditional wooden hull, then explore temples bathed in golden sunrise light. Your expert Egyptologist guide brings 4,000 years of history to life as you sail past villages unchanged for centuries. Savor authentic Egyptian cuisine prepared fresh on deck while watching feluccas drift by with billowing white sails. From the Temple of Horus at Edfu (built 237-57 BC) to the dual shrine at Kom Ombo dedicated to crocodile god Sobek, each stop reveals Egypt's layered past. The journey culminates in Luxor's legendary Valley of the Kings, where pharaohs sleep in elaborately painted tombs. Best experienced October through April when temperatures are ideal for deck dining and temple exploration. This Cairo Calling exclusive represents the pinnacle of Luxor day trips and Aswan excursions combined into one unforgettable sailing adventure.
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Day 1: Aswan Embarkation
Board your elegant dahabiya and settle into your cabin overlooking the Nile. Visit the relocated Temple of Philae on Agilkia Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis and saved from flooding during the Aswan High Dam construction. Welcome dinner served on deck under starlit skies.
Day 2: Kom Ombo Temple
Sail downstream to the dramatic clifftop Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the falcon deity. Explore the temple's perfectly symmetrical dual design during the magical golden hour as the sun sets over the Nile.
Day 3: Gebel el-Silsila & Edfu
Discover the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila, where blocks for most Egyptian temples were cut from living rock. Continue to Edfu to explore the Temple of Horus, Egypt's most complete ancient temple with its towering 36-meter-high pylon and intact roof.
Day 4: El-Kab & Esna Lock
Visit the prehistoric site of El-Kab with its decorated rock tombs of New Kingdom nobles offering rare glimpses into ancient Egyptian daily life. Navigate through the historic Esna Lock, an engineering marvel connecting Upper and Lower Egypt since Roman times.
Day 5: Valley of Kings & Luxor
Rise early for an exclusive visit to the Valley of the Kings before crowds arrive, exploring pharaonic tombs carved deep into the Theban Hills. Disembark in Luxor, ancient Thebes, once the world's greatest city and capital of the New Kingdom.
Pricing
Dahabiya Cruise
| Season | Solo | 2-4 Pax | 5-8 Pax | 9-16 Pax |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak (Oct-Apr) | $1800 | $1350 | $1150 | $0 |
| Low (May-Sep) | $1450 | $1100 | $920 | $0 |
Includes
- Expert Egyptologist guide throughout cruise
- 4 nights luxury dahabiya accommodation
- Full board dining with traditional Egyptian cuisine
- Daily afternoon tea service on deck
- All temple entrance fees and guided tours
- Private transfers from Aswan and to Luxor
- Welcome and farewell dinner ceremonies
- Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
Excludes
- Gratuities for crew and guide
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Travel insurance coverage
Why book with us?
- Licensed tour operator
- 4.9/5 from 2,000+ reviews
- Free cancellation (14 days)
- Small group or private