Nour El Nil Dahabiya Cruise

After breakfast, the dahabiya anchors at El Kab, once the capital of Upper Egypt. Walk through a peaceful riverside village to explore the temple of Nekhbet and the beautifully decorated tombs of nobles carved into the cliffs. Later, sail to Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage will take you to the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved monuments. After your visit, return to the boat and continue sailing toward a quiet island for a tranquil evening.

Spend the morning sailing peacefully along the Nile. In the afternoon, the boat anchors at a serene island where you can swim in the river or simply relax on deck. Adventurous guests may take a short walk into the desert to see prehistoric rock carvings that mark the start of an ancient trade route leading toward Libya. The evening is free to enjoy the calm of the river under the stars.

After breakfast, visit Gebel El Silsileh, a rarely visited site where the Nile narrows dramatically between cliffs. Explore the small temple of Horemheb and the ancient sandstone quarries that once supplied stone for Egypt’s grand temples. Afterward, enjoy an open-air lunch on the riverbank and take a refreshing swim before continuing your journey southward.

Wake up to the sight of Kom Ombo, a unique temple dedicated to two gods—Sobek, the crocodile deity, and Haroeris. Explore the temple’s fascinating reliefs and enjoy panoramic views of the Nile’s curve. Then, visit the nearby Crocodile Museum, which displays mummified crocodiles and ancient artifacts. Continue sailing toward Aswan as the sun sets over the river.

After breakfast, your memorable Nile journey concludes in Aswan. Disembark near the Aswan Bridge, the designated docking point for dahabiyas. Though the setting is modest, the morning offers a final moment to reflect on the peaceful beauty of the Nile before your transfer to your next destination in Aswan.