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8 Days / 7 Nights
Up to 100 people
English
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the timeless wonders of Egypt with a 7-night Dahabeeya Nile cruise, starting with a flight from France to Luxor. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be warmly welcomed and taken to your elegant Dahabeeya, a traditional Nile sailing vessel that combines comfort with authenticity. Your adventure begins with explorations in Luxor, home to the legendary Valley of the Kings and the iconic Colossi of Memnon, before sailing south through the Esna lock. Each day, the calm rhythm of the Nile deepens your connection to Egypt’s pharaonic past, blending visits to majestic temples with the peacefulness of life on board.
As the cruise goes on, history and mythology come to life at every stop. At El Kaab and Edfu, you’ll explore the grandeur of Horus’ Temple before enjoying a magical night docked on a quiet island under a sky full of stars. The cruise continues toward Gebel Silsileh, the ancient sandstone quarry that provided the stones for Egypt’s temples. Next are the dual sanctuaries of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the falcon-headed Haroeris and the crocodile god Sobek. Aswan features a captivating mix of spiritual devotion and natural beauty. You will see the Temple of Philae, dedicated to Isis, and enjoy a traditional felucca ride along Elephantine Island. An optional trip to the monumental Abu Simbel adds even more depth to your experience.
The return journey is just as rewarding. You travel back north to Luxor, where the grandeur of Karnak and Luxor temples awaits. Walking through colossal halls, avenues of sphinxes, and sacred lakes, you’ll feel the pulse of ancient celebrations like the Opet Festival. Each evening, the Dahabeeya provides a gentle retreat, with all meals included and restful nights as the Nile flows quietly. Finally, after an unforgettable journey through Egypt’s history, mythology, and landscapes, your trip concludes with a return flight to France. You will leave with memories of a journey that combines cultural exploration with serene river sailing.
Highlight:
A 7-night Dahabeeya Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan and back, featuring the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Philae, Karnak, and Luxor Temples, with optional Abu Simbel — blending ancient wonders, starry nights on the Nile, and authentic sailing comfort.
Flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, welcome by our local representative. Transfer and boarding of your Dahabeeya. Dinner and overnight on board.
Breakfast on board, informational meeting, and program presentation. Visit the Valley of the Kings, dominated by a natural pyramid, where 62 royal tombs are found, including the famous tomb of Tutankhamun. Visit the Temple of Medinet Habu, Ramses III’s funeral temple. Stop for photos at the Colossi of Memnon. Return to board and start navigation towards Esna. Dinner and overnight on board. Passage through the Esna lock.
Breakfast, navigation towards El Kaab, a 20-minute walk to the site. Visit the site and return to the boat. Resume navigation towards Edfu. Lunch on board. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Horus the falcon in Edfu. Return to the boat and head towards Kom Ombo. The Dahabeeya will dock for the night on an island where you will enjoy the silence of the night under Egypt’s starry sky. Dinner and overnight on board.
Breakfast on board. Navigation towards Gebel Silsileh, an ancient quarry from the pharaonic era. Visit the site and return to board. Lunch on board. Continue navigation towards Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, visit the double Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to the two gods "Haroeris" the falcon and "Sobek" the crocodile. Continue navigation towards Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board.
Breakfast on board and resume navigation to Aswan. Lunch on board. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, Osiris' wife, goddess of love, beauty, and virgin mother. Then, a felucca ride on the Nile, passing near Elephantine Island. Return to the boat. Dinner and overnight on board.
Breakfast on board. Optional excursion to Abu Simbel (optional). Lunch on board and continue navigation towards Esna. Dinner and overnight on board.
Breakfast on board. Continue navigation towards Luxor. Lunch on board. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Karnak, home to a multitude of significant monuments (Pylons, Obelisks, the Hall of 134 Columns, the Sacred Lake). Lunch on board. Visit the Temple of Luxor dedicated to Amun: connected to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes, it was home to one of Luxor’s most important festivals, the Opet Festival. Return to the boat. Optional Sound and Light Show at Karnak. Dinner and overnight on board.
After breakfast, transfer to Luxor airport for a flight to your home country.
Operation day of the week
This tour operates on every Tuesday of the week
Minimum to operate 2 Pax
Minimum to operate 2 Pax
Note
The order of visits may change due to local conditions.
Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt
Cairo International Airport (CAI), El Nozha, Egypt
Luxor, Luxor City, Luxor, Egypt
