Nour El Nil Dahabiya Nile Cruise

• Upon your arrival at Luxor airport or train station, a warm welcome awaits you from your tour manager from Luxor and Aswan Tours. Your adventure begins in Esna, a vibrant merchant town renowned for the ancient Temple of Khnum, nestled 9 meters below the modern street level.
• Explore this hidden gem with a leisurely walk, followed by a stroll through Esna’s bustling streets, alive with colorful textiles and exotic goods. The day concludes with an overnight stay aboard your Nile boat in Esna, setting the stage for the journey ahead.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

• At dawn, your Nile boat sails toward El Kab, the ancient capital of Upper Egypt. Visit the Temple of Nekhbet and a series of intricately decorated tombs in this tranquil necropolis. A scenic walk through a quaint fishermen’s village leads you to this historic site.
• By afternoon, arrive at Edfu, home to the exceptionally preserved Temple of Horus. A traditional horse-and-carriage ride escorts you through the lively streets to the temple. Conclude the day with a serene sail toward a picturesque island.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinne

• This day is dedicated to the majestic Nile River. After an optional morning walk and breakfast, set sail and embrace the tranquility of the river.
• An afternoon stop at a scenic island offers the opportunity for a leisurely stroll or a refreshing swim in the Nile’s nurturing waters. In the evening, explore the desert, where ancient hieroglyphs and Stone Age inscriptions hint at a time when this region served as a gateway on a 28-day journey to Libya.
• Spend the night moored at the foot of the illuminated Temple of Gebel Silsileh.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Gebel Silsileh, where the Nile narrows dramatically between two mountain ranges, offers a rare and exclusive experience. Visit Horemheb’s small temple and the ancient sandstone quarries.
• Pause at a picturesque riverside café to enjoy traditional tea and shisha. Continue sailing to a scenic riverbank, ideal for lunch and swimming in the Nile’s gentle embrace.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• Awake on the water as your journey continues to Kom Ombo. Visit the majestic Temple of Kom Ombo, uniquely dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile-headed god.
• Explore the new Crocodile Museum, featuring mummified crocodiles that showcase the animal’s cultural and religious significance in ancient Egypt.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

• After breakfast aboard your Dahabiya Nile boat, transfer to Aswan airport or train station for your onward journey. This remarkable voyage has navigated the Nile while transporting you through time, revealing the mysteries and grandeur of ancient Egypt.
• From the comfort of your Nile boat to exclusive access to historic sites, every moment of this tour is designed to offer an unparalleled experience of Egypt’s rich heritage. Return home with not only memories but a deep connection to the timeless splendor of the Nile.

Meals Included: Breakfast