Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Unleash your inner and get a private journey on the legendary river on board Dahabiya Nile Cruise which is a small boat that will take you back to the romance of the past. Flying Carpet Tours is offering Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise where you will enjoy the charm of the ancients combined with many modern facilities. Get amazed while visiting Luxor and its famous attractions such as Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon, and Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, then sail to Aswan and enjoy its charming nature while visiting Philae Temple and the High Dam. Moreover, you will visit Kom Ombo and Edfu Temples.

Experience Sonesta Dhabiya Nile Cruise and step back in time to the days of ancient Egypt while visiting the most famous sightseeing in Luxor. Luxor is often called the world's greatest open-air museum. It has been estimated that Luxor contains about a third of the most valuable monuments and antiquities in the whole world. You will be able to visit the famous landmarks in the city such as Karnak Temple; it is the biggest temple in the world as it includes six. The temple was dedicated to god Amun. It developed over a period of 1500 years, generations of pharaohs added to the temple, resulting a collection of temples, sanctuaries, pylons, and other decorations that is unparalleled throughout Egypt. Then visit Valley of the Kings; which is home to the tombs of the great pharaohs of the New Kingdom (1550 – 1070 BC). There are 63 known tombs in the valley, 26 carved for kings and the others granted to royal family members or the highest of the elite. Moreover, you will visit Queen Hatshepsut Temple; one of the most impressive and well preserved temples in Egypt, and Colossi of Memnon; two ruined statues around 20 m high, known as the guardians of Amenhotep III Temple which was completely destroyed during the earthquake that occurred in 27 BC.

The Nile River has surely played a critical role in the history of ancient Egypt. Flying Carpet Tours gives you the chance to discover the glory of Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples on board Sonesta Dahabiya. Get amazed while visiting Edfu Temple; considered the second largest temple after Karnak. It was constructed on the Ptolemy III era and completed during the Ptolemy IV era, dedicated to Horus, the falcon headed god. Therefore it was the center of many ancient Egyptian sacred festivals to Horus. Then scout Kom Ombo Temple; one of the most charming temples in Egypt, consists of two temples Sobek Temple and Haroeris Temple. Kom Ombo Temple was built during the Greco Roman period. It was constructed on the ruins of a much older temple which was called "Ber Sobek" or the house of the god Sobek.

Aswan is the city of sun, cool weather, serene Nile River, fascinating Natural, and green lands, it’s considered the third biggest city in Egypt. Sail to Aswan on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise and visit Philae Temple; this temple contains of many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines. The temple was built during the Ptolemy’s dynasty and dedicated for the worshiping of the ancient Egyptian god Osiris, it includes two fancy temples. The Temple was relocated by UNESCO after the building of the Aswan Dam threatened the site. Then visit the High Dam which is considered one of the most important achievements of the last century in Egypt, built by the president Gamal Abdel Nasser because of the Nile River flooding, which affected badly on many lands in Egypt, therefore this amazing project started in 1960 and perfectly finished in 1971.

Itinerary

08 Days / 07 Nights

Saturday Luxor / Aswan

Saturday:

Embarkation to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise before Lunch, embrace the Culture of Luxor, visit the flourishing Karnak Temple , watch the glory of the huge Pillars hall, move to scout Luxor temple, at the end of your tour back to your dahabiya Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor.

Sunday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings, Next visit to Valley of the Queens, The Temple of Medinet Habu, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Sail to Esna, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise near Esna.

Monday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, today is your relaxing day at leisure on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Tuesday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then sail to Edfu, visit the ravishing Temple of Horus in Edfu, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Wednesday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, today is your sailing to Kom Ombo, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise.

Thursday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, unleash your soul while exploring the glory of Kom Ombo Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Sail to Aswan, dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise nearby Aswan Bridge.

Friday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, dinner and overnight on board Sonesta amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise.

Saturday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Disembarkation from Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise.

08 Days / 07 Nights

Saturday Aswan / Luxor

Saturday:

Embarkation to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise before Lunch, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise on the nile banks of Aswan.

Sunday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Sail to Kom Ombo, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise near Kom Ombo.

Monday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, continue sailing till arrive to Kom Ombo, unleash your soul while exploring the glory of Kom Ombo Temple, Finally Flying Carpet Tours guide will escort you back to your Dahabiya, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Tuesday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then sail to Edfu, visit the ravishing Temple of Horus in Edfu, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Wednesday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, today is your relaxing day at leisure on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Sail to Esna and pass by the lock, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise beside a Nile Island.

Thursday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, embrace the Culture of Luxor, visit the flourishing Karnak Temple, watch the glory of the huge Pillars hall, move to scout Luxor temple, at the end of your tour back to your dahabiya Cruise, Lunch is waiting for you on board, Dinner and overnight on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor.

Friday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings, Next visit to Valley of the Queens, The Temple of Medinet Habu, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, finally your tour guide will escort you back to Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Lunch is waiting for you on board, dinner and overnight on board Sonesta amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor.

Saturday:

Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Disembarkation from Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise.

Including

Accommodation on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise for 07 Nights as Mentioned at the above program
All Meals included on board ( Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner )
All Sightseeing tours mentioned at the above itinerary
English speaking guide on board Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Entrance fees to the above mentioned sites
All Service Charges and taxes