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

A dahabiya is a traditional Nile sailing boat that carries far fewer passengers than a cruise ship, so the trip feels calm and personal. You sail south from Luxor to Aswan over four nights.

In Luxor you see Karnak and Luxor Temple, then cross to the West Bank for the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s temple and the Colossi of Memnon. On the way south you stop at Edfu, the temple of the falcon god Horus, and at Kom Ombo, the double temple of Sobek and Horus. In Aswan you visit Philae, the temple of Isis, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk.

An Egyptologist guides every visit. All meals are cooked on board, with local and international dishes, and you can spend the sailing hours on the sun deck or in your cabin. Entrance fees and transfers in Luxor and Aswan are included.

Why choose a dahabiya cruise Luxor to Aswan

A dahabiya is a traditional Nile sailing boat that carries far fewer passengers than a cruise ship, so the trip feels calm and personal. It suits couples, families and small groups who prefer quiet sailing to large ships.

In Luxor you see Karnak, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut’s temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Sailing south you stop at Edfu and Kom Ombo, and in Aswan you visit Philae, the High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk. Egypt’s official monuments site has background on these temples.

Pack light clothes, a warm layer for evenings on deck, a hat, sunscreen and comfortable shoes for the visits. Drinks and extra meals are not included, so carry some cash for them and for tips.