Set sail on a luxurious Luxor to Aswan – 4 Day Sailing Itinerary Dahabiya voyage from Luxor to Aswan. Discover ancient temples, a local camel market, and hidden Nile treasures. Enjoy traditional entertainment, gourmet meals on the sun deck, and an intimate, unforgettable journey through the heart of Egypt.
We will pick you up from the Luxor Airport or local accommodation, and bring you to the Dahabiya by 9am, and set sail at 9:30am. Make your way up to the sun deck, and wave good bye to Luxor.
Relax in one of the seating areas, taking in the sights and sounds as we sail up the Nile towards Esna. Enjoy lunch on the sun deck, make sure your on deck in the late afternoon as we sail through the Esna lock. Once docked, enjoy a short walk to Esna Temple, dedicated to the God Khnum.
Marvel at the beautiful coloured columns while you enjoy hearing stories about it’s history.
Back on board, and heading towards El Kab, we will be docking for the night. Enjoy the sunset, after dinner, you may chose to enjoy the entertainment provided
Enjoy a hot beverage as you watch the sun rise this morning. We leave to explore the El-KAB Nobel Tombs at 6:30am. Choose to travel either by Tuk Tuk, or by donkey through the countryside and marvel at the mud brick walls on your way.
Once at the tombs enjoy the well preserved images as you learn about the unique journey to the afterlife each owner had. Back on board, breakfast will be served on the sun deck while we begin or sail to Edfu, with the sails open enjoy the scenery as you pass by.
After docking in Edfu, you will travel by horse and cart to Edfu Temple, dedicated to the God Horus. This temple is the most well preserved in all of Egypt. As you marvel at its beauty, listen to stories about the fight between Horus and his uncle Set.
With 9 chambers surrounding the Holy Sanctuary, it’s sure to impress. Keep a look out for Bess the God of enjoyment. After leaving the Temple, you will make a short stop to stroll through the Edfu market. There you can enjoy the colorful, and carefully stacked vegetables stands, and locals selling their wares.
After returning to the boat, Lunch will be served on the sun deck. There will be a short sail to the Island of El-Fuza where you will enjoy a BBQ Dinner. Later in the evening, enjoy the art of Tahteb, Traditional stick dancing demonstrated by members of your crew. You are welcome to give it a whirl.
After breakfast, you will explore the ancient Quarry of Gabel el-Silsila.
The sandstones quarries’ blocks were used for many of the temples you will visit. Look closely and you can still see the tool marks and inscriptions made by workers.
The Speos of Horemhep Temple is also located at this site, carved out of the stone mountain. You will also see many Royal Stills from different Kings. Continuing your adventure up the Nile, after lunch you will have arrived to Kom Ombo. Kom Ombo Temple is the only one in Egypt that has dedication for two Gods.
Her War (Horus the Elder) and Sobeck the crocodile. You can take your time learning about the temple and it’s wonders. You will then enjoy some time at the crocodile museum. After returning to the boat, enjoy some refreshments as the journey continues up the Nile. After dinner tonight enjoy entertainment on the sundeck.
This will be a fun day of immersed cultural experience. After breakfast on the Dahabiya we will Drive through the city of Daraw to it’s Camel Market. This market is the oldest and largest in all of Africa, and Egypt.
Most of the camels are brought up the 40 day road from Sudan, and there may also be other livestock as well. Enjoy the banter of the buyers and sellers as each tries to secure the best deal. We will also walk through the regular market enjoying the sights and sounds of locals selling their wares.
Back on the boat, we will cross to the small Island of Staita. Here you will have an interactive demonstration, on how to make Sun Bread. Using the sun to rise the dough before baking in a mud oven. Sun Bread is a staple for the people of upper Egypt, with the same traditional cooking methods as ancient times.
Here we will enjoy a picnic lunch, prepared by your chef from the boat, and enjoy it with some fresh baked sun bread. We will continue or journey to Aswan, after dinner tonight you can enjoy a live Egyptian band and dancing on the Sun Deck.
Breakfast will be served at 7am, disembark by 8am. We provide transportation to Aswan Airport or accommodation in Aswan.
We hope that you enjoyed your sailing experience aboard the Fatima. Learning about the rich Egyptian history and culture, it’s people and it’s unique and beautiful landscape.
Travelling with a large group, inquire for special pricing and charter availability.
5 and under travel free.
6 to 12 pay 50% of tour price.
12 and older pay the adult fare.
Note: Children sharing a room with their parents are eligible for the kid rate (Max 2 Children in one Room)
