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Nawara Dahabiya
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Discover the timeless Nile aboard the Nawara Dahabiya, a boutique sailing cruiser that blends traditional Egyptian craftsmanship with genuine comfort. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, the Nawara takes only a small number of guests, so your dahabiya Nile cruise feels private and personal from the first moment. Visit the beautifully preserved temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, cross the Esna Lock under sail, and moor beside quiet islands for swimming and sunset views. With attentive crew, freshly prepared meals and an open deck made for relaxing, the Nawara Dahabiya is ideal for travellers who prefer the calm of a small ship to the bustle of a large Nile cruise.
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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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Reviews for This Trip
4.8 (11 reviews)
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Loved every minute
Slow travel on the Nile at its very best. Just a few cabins, a lovely crew and quiet moorings. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
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Quiet luxury on the Nile
A peaceful, private sail away from the big cruise ships. Delicious food and beautiful sunsets from the deck. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
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Loved every minute
Our dahabiya was such an intimate way to sail the Nile. Perfect for anyone wanting a quieter Nile journey. Highly recommend a dahabiya.
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