4-day dahabiya cruise: Aswan to Luxor, with Kom Ombo and Edfu

A dahabiya is a traditional Nile sailing boat, smaller and quieter than a cruise ship. This one takes you north from Aswan to Luxor over three nights.

In Aswan you visit Philae, the temple of Isis, and the Unfinished Obelisk before setting sail. You stop at Kom Ombo, the double temple of Sobek and Horus, and at Edfu, the temple of Horus, and spend a night moored near Esna. In Luxor you see the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s temple and the Colossi of Memnon, and on the last morning Karnak and Luxor Temple.

A professional Egyptologist guides every visit. The chef on board cooks all your meals, and entrance fees and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle are included.

What to expect on a dahabiya cruise Aswan to Luxor

A dahabiya is a traditional Nile sailing boat, smaller and quieter than a cruise ship. This one takes you north from Aswan to Luxor over three nights and suits travelers who want a calm, personal way to see the temples.

In Aswan you visit Philae and the Unfinished Obelisk before setting sail. You stop at Kom Ombo and Edfu, spend a night moored near Esna, then see the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s temple, the Colossi of Memnon, Karnak and Luxor Temple. Egypt’s official monuments site has more on these sites.

Bring light clothes, a warm layer for the evenings on deck, a hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes. Drinks not listed in the itinerary are extra, so keep some cash for them and for tips.