Nothing is more fun than the experience of cruising the Nile River on board Dahabiya Nile Cruises to explore the ancient sites of Egypt in a traditional way. Dahabiya allows you to experience the Nile’s romance in an intimate and privileged way. Dahabiya translated means Golden Boat in Egyptian. They were originally used by kings to travel on the Nile, and are beautifully crafted twin mast sailing ships. The five stars Dahabiya aims to give guests a more than luxurious stay. Sailing on a Dahabiya is an out-of-the-ordinary journey as you will get the chance to visit the famous landmarks located between Luxor and Aswan such as Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings, Queen Hatshepsut Temple, Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and more.
In addition to these famous archaeological sites, Dahabiya allows you to discover less frequented monuments that can’t be reached by the huge cruises. The dahabiyyas are beautifully crafted wooden ships, outfitted in colonial style with oriental and Egyptian touches, making it ideal for family chartering and small groups. You can relax and enjoy amazing views while cruising down the banks of the Nile. Sail the Nile River in a classical way with many modern facilities through your 05 stars deluxe cruises and choose from luxury Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Donia Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Amoura Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Judi Dahabiya Nile Cruise and more with Dahabiya Cruises.
Start sailing from Luxor to Aswan and vice versa and entertain yourself with the amazing view of the Nile River while visiting the magnificent landmarks of Ancient Egypt. Unleash your inner with Dahabiya Cruises and discover the old religious capital of the Middle and New Kingdom during the Ancient Egypt with its astonishing vast temple and royal cemeteries which is known nowadays as Luxor. The modern city of Luxor stands on the East Bank of the Nile in an area that was once called the city of the living. Nowadays the area is dominated by two great temples called Karnak and Luxor Temples. Walk through the biggest temple in the world Karnak Temple which was the main cult center in the city, in addition to its religious importance, the complex also served as administrative center and palace for the New Kingdom pharaohs. Explore the countless attractions located in the West Bank of Luxor with Dahabiya Tours and visit Valley of the Kings where the generations of pharaohs and their families were buried, the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon and more.
Entertain yourself on board your luxury Dahabiya and sail to Edfu city to visit its outstanding temple of Edfu which is considered the second biggest temple after Karnak, the temple contains marvelous Pharaonic inscriptions on the walls which give us a lot of information about the Pharaonic history, myth, religion and ancient languages, which were used at Greco-Roman era. You will also visit the amazing temple of Kom Ombo which was built during the period from 205 till 180 BC and dedicated to Hours the Falcon god and Sobek the Crocodile god and then visit the beautiful city of Aswan. Embrace the culture of Ancient Nubia on board your Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise and experience the beauty of Aswan while visiting the main landmarks in the city such as the High Dam which is one of the most important achievements in the last century in Egypt, even for many years it was a symbol of the New Era of the Revolution of 1952. Scout around Philae Temple which was built approximately in 690 B.C and contains many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines, like For Millennia, the Bed of Pharaoh or Trajan’s Kiosk and more. Philae rose to prominence during the Ptolemaic Dynasty as the center of the cult of the goddess Isis.
Get amazed on Board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Luxor / Aswan 05 Days / 04 Nights
Saturday: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple Flying Carpet Tours delegate will pick you up from Luxor Airport or train station, escort you to Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise, 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 Cruise, Lunch included on board, Afternoon tea, Dinner on board, overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor.
Sunday: Valley of the Kings / Hatshepsut Temple / Colossi of Memnon Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings ( visit 03 Tombs Only ), Proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary, Lunch served on board, 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 your Cruise, Sail to Esna, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise. Monday: Edfu Temple Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Cross Esna Lock, Sail to Edfu, then Flying Carpet Tours Guide will escort you to visit Edfu Temple (Horus Temple), Next Sail to Al Ramady Island, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Al Ramady Island. Tuesday: Sheikh Fadl Island Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then Sail to Sheikh Fadl Island, Lunch included on board, Afternoon tea, sail to Aswan, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Sheikh Fadl Island. Wednesday: The High Dam / Philae Temple Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, arrive aswan, disembarkation after breakfast, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, transfer to Aswan airport, or Aswan train station for final departure.
08 Days / 07 Nights Luxor / Aswan
Saturday: Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple Embarkation to Merit 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 Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor.
Sunday: Valley of the Kings / Hatshepsut Temple / Colossi of Memnon Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, feast your eyes between Valley of the Kings, Proceed to visit Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, known now with the name of El-Deir El-Bahary, Lunch included on board, your last visit will be to Colossi of Memnon, Watch the glory of the two huge statues, Sail to Esna, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise near Esna.
Monday: Edfu Temple Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Cross Esna Lock, Sail to Edfu, then Flying Carpet Tours Guide will escort you to visit Edfu Temple (Horus Temple), Next Sail to Al Ramady Island, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Al Ramady Island.
Tuesday: Sheikh Fadl Island Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, then Sail to Sheikh Fadl Island, Lunch included on board, Afternoon tea, sail to Aswan, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Sheikh Fadl Island. Wednesday: The High Dam / Philae Temple Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, arrive aswan, disembarkation after breakfast, embrace Aswan Culture by visiting the High Dam, feast your eyes and visit the ravishing Philae Temple, Lunch included on board, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Aswan.
Thursday: Kom Ombo Temple Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Optional tour to visit Abu simbel Temple, sail 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, Sail to Al Ramady Island, dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise. Friday: Sail to Esna / Sail to Luxor Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, sail to Esna, cross Esna Lock, Lunch served on board, continue Sailing to Luxor, Dinner and overnight on board Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise. Saturday: Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise / Final Departure Taste the flavor of your breakfast on board, Disembarkation from Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise, transfer to Luxor Airport or Luxor Train station for final departure.
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