Nour El Din Dahabiya Nile Cruise

• Meet your private driver in Luxor and travel to Esna.
• Board the Nour El Din Dahabiya and settle into your cabin.
• Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch as the dahabiya begins sailing south.
• Sail towards El Hegz Island, surrounded by peaceful Nile scenery.
• Take a walk through the local village and experience a glimpse of everyday Egyptian life.
• Return to the dahabiya for dinner.
• Spend the night on board near El Hegz Island.

• Enjoy breakfast on board while sailing towards El Kab.
• Explore the ancient site with your Egyptologist guide, including its rock-cut tombs and historic remains.
• Continue sailing towards Edfu and enjoy lunch on board.
• Visit the impressive Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples from ancient Egypt.
• Return to the dahabiya and continue sailing through the peaceful Nile landscape.
• Enjoy dinner and spend the night on board.

• Start the morning with a visit to Bisaw Island, a quiet Nile village.
• Meet local residents and experience some of the area's traditional lifestyle.
• Enjoy a boat trip with local fishermen and try your hand at fishing on the Nile.
• Return to the dahabiya and sail towards Gebel El-Silsila.
• Explore the area's ancient sandstone quarries and rock-cut monuments.
• Continue sailing south towards a secluded Nile island.
• Enjoy a special barbecue dinner under the stars.
• Spend the night on board surrounded by the peaceful Nile.

• Enjoy breakfast while sailing towards Kom Ombo.
• Visit the famous Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus.
• Continue to Daraw, known for its traditional camel market, subject to market availability.
• Return to the dahabiya and enjoy lunch while sailing towards Aswan.
• Arrive in Aswan and take in the beautiful views of the Nile.
• Enjoy a farewell dinner on board.
• Spend your final night aboard the dahabiya in Aswan.

• Enjoy your final breakfast on board.
• Check out and disembark from the Nour El Din Dahabiya.
• Meet your private driver for your transfer from Aswan.
• Continue to Aswan Airport, railway station, hotel, or your next destination.

The Nour El Din Dahabiya provides a more intimate Nile experience than a conventional cruise ship, allowing guests to enjoy peaceful sailing, beautiful scenery, and a relaxed atmosphere.

The sailing route depends on the selected itinerary and departure date, with dahabiya journeys generally exploring the Nile between Luxor and Aswan.

Yes. Its peaceful atmosphere and smaller-scale setting make it a good option for couples looking for a relaxing Nile escape.

Yes, families can enjoy the experience, although cabin availability and child arrangements should be confirmed before booking.

Bring comfortable walking shoes, lightweight clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, personal essentials, and a light jacket for cooler evenings.

October to April is generally a comfortable period for exploring Luxor, Aswan, and the Nile Valley, thanks to the milder temperatures.

It is best to book early, especially during the cooler October–April season and popular holiday periods, as dahabiyas have fewer cabins than large Nile cruise ships.