Dahabiya
Luxor - Esna - Edfu - Kom Ombo - Daraw - Aswan
6 Days
Luxury
5 Stars
Discover the Nile at its most intimate aboard the Dahabiya, a beautifully crafted traditional sailing boat that combines the romance of 19th-century Nile travel with refined modern comfort. Designed for an exclusive and unhurried journey, Hamama Dahabiya offers elegant accommodation, personalized service, and the freedom to sail beyond the larger cruise ships, reaching secluded riverbanks and timeless villages along the Nile.
Availability
- 6 Days / 5 Nights — Luxor to Aswan
Highlights
- ✦Unique sailing experience along the Nile
- ✦Highly recommended for families and small groups
- ✦Intimate and exclusive experience
- ✦Personalized service
- ✦Ability to reach quieter locations that larger cruise ships cannot easily access
- ✦Privacy and tranquility
- ✦Authentic Nile experience
- ✦Refined modern comfort
Facilities
Itinerary
Choose your preferred itinerary
Day 1
Overnight in El Hegz Island- Drive to Esna and embark on the Dahabiya sailing cruise.
- Enjoy lunch on board.
- Visit Esna Temple.
- Sail to El Hegz Island for around 4-5 hours.
- Enjoy dinner during the sailing.
- Overnight on El Hegz Island.
Day 2
Overnight in El Fuza Island- Enjoy breakfast on the sundeck.
- Sail for around 5 hours to Edfu.
- Visit Edfu Temple.
- Continue sailing from Edfu to El Fuza Island for around 1 hour.
- Enjoy dinner and leisure time on El Fuza Island.
- Overnight on El Fuza Island.
Day 3
Overnight in Besaw Island- Enjoy breakfast.
- Sail from El Fuza for around 5 hours to visit El Ramady.
- Enjoy lunch and dinner while sailing from El Ramady to Besaw Island.
- Sail from El Ramady to Besaw Island for around 2-3 hours.
- Overnight on Besaw Island.
Day 4
Overnight in Meneha Island- Enjoy breakfast.
- Sail from Besaw for around 3 hours to visit the Temple of El Silsela Mountain.
- Sail from the temple to Meneha Island for 4-5 hours.
- Enjoy lunch and dinner on board.
- Overnight in Meneha.
Day 5
Overnight in Kobania- Enjoy breakfast.
- Sail from Meneha to Kom Ombo for around 1.5 hours.
- Visit Kom Ombo Temple.
- Continue sailing from Kom Ombo to Daraw for about 1-2 hours.
- Enjoy lunch.
- Visit Daraw market (El Souk), including the animal and vegetable markets.
- Sail from Daraw to Kobania for around 5 hours.
- Enjoy the Nubian party and dinner.
- Overnight in Kobania.
Day 6
- Enjoy breakfast while sailing to Aswan.
- Disembark from the cruise upon arrival in Aswan.
Booking Policies
Rates
- Surcharges
- No surcharge guarantee
Children
- Under 6
- % off
- 6 to under 12
- % off
Payment
Good to Know
The management is authorized to amend the itineraries for technical or navigational reasons.
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