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Akhnaton Dahabiya
Location
EgyptPrice
From USD 900Reviews
4.8 (11 reviews)Support
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Sail into ancient Egypt aboard the Akhnaton Dahabiya, an atmospheric traditional boat that offers one of the best-value ways to cruise the Nile by sail. Running the classic four-day route between Aswan and Luxor, the Akhnaton carries a small group of guests to peaceful moorings and beautifully preserved temples that the big ships bypass. On board you explore Kom Ombo and Edfu at a relaxed pace, cross the Esna Lock under sail, and unwind on an open deck as the Nile Valley slips quietly past. With cosy cabins, fresh Egyptian meals and a welcoming crew, the Akhnaton Dahabiya is a superb choice for travellers seeking an authentic, intimate Nile sailing experience without a luxury price tag.
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5 Days: Luxor to Aswan
- Day 1
- Arrival at Luxor airport / station — transfer to Nile cruise, check-in & rest.
- Rich lunch buffet served on board.
- Afternoon guided tour of Karnak Temple — the greatest example of Pharaonic architecture in Egypt.
- Visit Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III & Ramses II, with unique representations of ancient Egyptian gods.
- Dinner on board & overnight.
- Day 2
- Breakfast on board.
- Valley of the Kings — 3 tombs included, dating to the 16th–11th centuries BC.
- Hatshepsut Temple — 15th-century BC temple dedicated to the sun god Amun.
- Colossi of Memnon — towering statues at the entrance of Amenhotep III's mortuary temple.
- Lunch on board
- Sailing from Luxor to Esna.
- Watch the cruise pass the Esna Lock with tour guide commentary
- Dinner & overnight.
- Day 3
- Breakfast on board
- Arrive at Temple of Edfu — best-preserved ancient Egyptian temple, built 57 BC.
- Horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple with guided commentary.
- Leisurely cruise to Kom Ombo
- Lunch with Nile views.
- Kom Ombo Temple — unique twin design honoring Sobek (crocodile god) & Horus (falcon god).
- Dinner on board
- Sailing to Aswan overnight.
- Day 4
- Breakfast on board.
- Visit the Aswan High Dam — 1960s engineering marvel that controls Nile floods.
- Cross the Nile to Philae Temple — ancient complex dedicated to Isis & Hathor.
- Return on board
- Dinner & overnight in Aswan.
- Day 5
- Breakfast on board with scenic Nile views.
- Optional excursion to Abu Simbel — one of Egypt's most iconic temples.
- Check-out
- Transfer to Aswan airport, railway station, or bus.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Pickup services.
- Entrance fees.
- Modern A/C private vehicle.
- Accommodation.
- Tour Guide.
- Taxes & Services.
- Bottled Water During Tours.
- Meals.
Excluded
- Any optional Tours.
- Tipping.
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Guest ReviewsFirst-hand feedback from 11 verified guests.
Reviews for This Trip
4.8 (11 reviews)
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Quiet luxury on the Nile
Slow travel on the Nile at its very best. Just a few cabins, a lovely crew and quiet moorings. Highly recommend a dahabiya.
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Quiet luxury on the Nile
Our dahabiya was such an intimate way to sail the Nile. Perfect for anyone wanting a quieter Nile journey. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
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Intimate and peaceful
The dahabiya experience was calm, elegant and special. The visits to Edfu and Kom Ombo, the quieter Nile temples and Silsila and the riverbank villages were real highlights. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
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