5-Day Dahabiya Cruise from Luxor to Aswan
Private dahabiya · Gebel el-Silsila
About this trip
The longer dahabiya route, sailing upstream from Luxor. After Edfu it stops at Gebel el-Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarries on the riverbank, then Kom Ombo, and it ends with a full day in Aswan. Departures every day, four nights on board, full board, guide and entrance fees included.
Sights on this cruise
Day by day
- 1Day 1
Luxor Attractions & Dahabiya Check-in
Pick up from Luxor hotel or airport and visit Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple. Transfer to Esna to embark your Dahabiya for dinner and overnight. Meals: lunch and dinner.
- 2Day 2
Edfu Temple & Gebel El Silsila
Sail to Edfu and visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus. Continue sailing toward Gebel El Silsila, the ancient quarry site between Edfu and Kom Ombo, then overnight on board near Kom Ombo. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 3Day 3
Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Aswan
After breakfast, visit Kom Ombo Temple, the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Return to the Dahabiya and enjoy sailing toward Aswan with lunch and dinner on board. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 4Day 4
Aswan Attractions
Explore Aswan highlights with your Egyptologist guide, including the High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple on Agilkia Island. Return to the Dahabiya for lunch, dinner, and overnight. Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- 5Day 5
End of Dahabiya Cruise
Disembark after breakfast, then transfer to your hotel, airport, or preferred location in Aswan. Meals: breakfast.
Included
- Assistance from staff during your Dahabiya Nile cruise
- All transfers by modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- Accommodation for 4 nights onboard 5-star Dahabiya on full-board basis
- All excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan
- Egyptologist guide during your journey
- All service charges and taxes
Not included
- Tipping
- Personal expenses
- Any extras not mentioned in the program
Questions about this trip
Where does it start?
Luxor hotel or airport.
How much does it cost?
The price is per person and depends on your group size and travel dates. Send your date, number of travelers and hotel or ship through the form on this page or on WhatsApp, and we reply with the exact price and availability.
What is not included?
Tipping; Personal expenses; Any extras not mentioned in the program.
Operated by Avicon Travel. See the full program on avicontravel.com
