Amazing 6 Days Dahabiya Adventure
“Experience the spectacular beauty of Upper Egypt with a 6 day authentic Dahabiya cruise tour from Esna to Aswan. Discover historic landmarks such as Ensa, Edfu Temple, Kom Ombo Temple, and El Kab site, among many others.”
What is a Dahabia?
Dahabiyas are traditional Egyptian sailing yachts designed for cruising the Nile. With a focus on life on the deck during the charter, these metal vessels boast a spacious deck, ample dining and lounging areas, and comfortable cabins that can accommodate anywhere from one to eight passengers in separate triple or double cabins, each featuring a private toilet and shower.
6 Days Dahabiya Tour Details:
- Duration: 6 Days 5 Nights
- Location: Esna / Aswan
- Availability: Saturday / Monday / Thursday
- Pick up and drop off: Hotel / Cruise
- Tour Type: Dahabiya traditional
Life on Board
Experience the natural beauty of Egypt during a unique Dahabiya Nile Cruise, where you can lounge on the spacious deck soaking up the sun, sipping your drink, reading your favorite novel, or exploring ancient ruins during included land trips. Mealtimes are another form of entertainment, where you can enjoy delicious local Egyptian cuisine and wonderful conversation with fellow passengers. An unforgettable dining experience awaits under the stars with the gentle waters of the River Nile lapping against the sides of the boat. If you’re seeking a different view each day and a unique cruise in Egypt, a Dahabiya Nile Cruise is the perfect solution.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Welcome onboard your private sailing vessel. Meet The Captain and the crew, enjoy your welcome drink, and Walk With your private Egyptologist / Tour Guide through the Markets of Esna to visit the magnificent temple of Khanom. Go Back to the Boat and enjoy your lunch as your Captain and crew set sail toward Edfu. At sunset, you will dock north of Edfu: dinner and Overnight.
Day 2 – At sunrise, the captain will start sailing to Edfu. You are expected to arrive at Edfu at about 11:00 AM. When arriving at Edfu, Your Private horse-drawn carriage will take you from the boat to Visit the Legendary Temple of Horus, the best-preserved in Egypt. After visiting the Temple, Explore the city of Edfu and then drive back to your boat. Start sailing and enjoy the great scenery of the local villages. Overnight at Elmerinat.
Day 3 – Morning Sail to Beautiful Gabal Elsisilah. Arrive at about 1:00 PM, and then visit the ancient sandstone quarries, a beautiful off-the-beaten-track site.
Sail to Fares for an overnight. Enjoy watching the stars and the clear sky.
Day 4 – Start Sailing From Fares to Kom Ombo. Visit a Masterpiece of Greco-Roman art in Egypt, the twin Temples of Horus the falcon god, and Sobek the crocodile god. See the Ancient carvings of the medical instruments, the mummified crocodile, and the preserved Nilometer.
Enjoy Shopping for Egyptian cotton Gallabeyas and T-shirts in the tourist market of Kom Ombo. Sail to Baklaweez where we will dock for the night.
Day 5 – We will sail from Baklaweez to Aswan. Arrive at Aswan at sunset.
Enjoy your Farewell Dinner and Local Dance with your Captain and crew. Overnight at Aswan.
Day 6 – Disembarkation after Breakfast. We thank you for traveling and would love to see you here again.
Today is your free day to explore the Modern city and ancient monuments of Aswan
Inclusions:
- The service of the Boat Captain and his crew (Sailor, Chief, Housekeeper)
- The Service of a private Egyptologist Tour Guide.
- The benefit of a towing motor Boat and its two crew members accompanying your boat in case of emergency or lack of wind.
- Full board accommodation (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) your first Day starts with lunch and the last day ends By Breakfast.
- Guided tours to Esna, Edfu, Gabal Elsilsilah and kom Ombo.
- Horse-drawn carriage ride in Edfu.
- Fuel, docking fees.
- All Taxes.
Exclusions:
- Any Transfers or tours not mentioned in our itinerary.
- Beverage and any personal items.
- Tipping of Tour guides, Reps., Crew.
