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Egypt, Nubia & Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Cairo to Luxor — 7 days, 6 nights
Pyramids in the morning, Abu Simbel by desert road, then 4 days drifting north on the Nile aboard a traditional Dahabiya — past fishing villages, ancient quarries, and Nubian towns that large cruise ships never see, finishing in Luxor’s legendary West Bank.
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Saqqara, Dahshur & Giza · Fly to Aswan
Start at Saqqara with the Step Pyramid, Titi Pyramid, and Nobles Tombs, then on to Dahshur’s Bent and Red Pyramids. After lunch, visit Giza — the Great Pyramid, Sphinx, Khafra and Menkawra Pyramids, and the Nobles Tombs. Then transfer to Cairo Airport and fly to Aswan (1 hr).
Board the Dahabiya & Sail to Daraw
Check out of the hotel after breakfast. At noon, check into the Dahabiya. Lunch on board and begin sailing. Dinner and overnight anchored at Daraw.
Daraw Market, Kom Ombo & El Selsela
Breakfast on board. In Daraw, learn to shop like a local at the camel market, visit a barn to meet camels and learn about the camel trade, and explore a Nubian Town. Visit Kom Ombo Temple. Lunch on board. Sail to El Selsela’s ancient sandstone quarry and shrines. Dinner and overnight near Bisaw — special barbeque dinner by moonlight.
Bisaw Island, Nile Fishing & Temple of Horus
Breakfast in a local home or on board. Explore Bisaw Island — walk through farms, meet the villagers, and join local fishermen in their boats for an authentic Nile fishing experience. Sail to Edfu and ride to visit the Temple of Horus. Lunch on board. Dinner and overnight at El Hegz.
Esna Temple, Karnak & Luxor Temple
Breakfast on board. Sail to Esna and check out of the Dahabiya. Visit the Temple of Esna and the restored caravanserai and market. Drive to Luxor (1 hr). Afternoon visits to Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut & Fly to Cairo
Check out of the hotel. Visit the Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Hatshepsut Temple. Lunch at a local farmer’s house — a chance to connect with Egyptian life, including a brief cookery lesson (can be replaced with a restaurant). Transfer to Luxor Airport and fly to Cairo.
Grand Egyptian Museum & Medieval Cairo
Morning at the Grand Egyptian Museum including Tutankhamun’s treasures. Lunch. Walk through El Muizz Street — Cairo’s most preserved medieval Islamic quarter, with mosques, houses, and markets spanning centuries. End at Khan El Khalili bazaar.
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Quick facts
Duration: 7 days · 6 nights
Route: Cairo → Aswan → Luxor → Cairo
Group size: Max 20 guests
Guide: English (others on request)
Meals: As mentioned per day
Pricing
€865
per person
All tours, transfers, guide, entry fees, Dahabiya 4 nights with all meals. Domestic flights not included.
With accommodation
Double cabin + hotels
Cairo 1N · Aswan 1N · Luxor 1N
€1,245
per person (8 pax)
Holiday Inn Cairo · Artika Wadi Kiki Aswan · Embrace Luxor Hotel. Breakfast & taxes included. High season supplement: +€39/person.
Single supplement
€674
add-on