Experience Dahabiya Nile Cruises with Flying Carpet Tours and explore the mysterious history of the Ancient Egyptians in a traditional way. Get excited with a lovely amazing Nile view while exploring the most important sightseeing located between Luxor and Aswan. Dahabiya translated means Golden Boat in Egyptian and they were used by kings to travel on the Nile. Flying Carpet Tours gives you the chance to enjoy cruising one of the most famous rivers in the world and discover the ancient Egyptian history while visiting the charming attractions between Luxor and Aswan such as Philae Temple, Karnak Temple, Colossi of Memnon, Valley of the Kings, and Queen Hatshepsut Temple.
Dahabiya offers a completely different Nile experience due to its smaller size and ease of docking, making it ideal for family chartering and small groups. The boat is staffed by a small team who will look after your every need. You can relax and enjoy amazing views while cruising down the banks of the Nile; moreover you will be able to choose from Sonesta Amirat Dahabia Nile Cruise, Donia Dahabiya Nile Cruise, Amoura Dahabiya Nile Cruise, and Judi Dahabiya Nile Cruise.
Explore the colorful society of Aswan and get the best excursions in the city with Dahabiya Cruise. Discover the fabulous Temple of Philae which contains of many ancient Egyptian sanctuaries and shrines. Philae Temple was built during the Ptolemy’s dynasty and dedicated for the worshiping of the ancient Egyptian god Osiris. Then visit the greatest achievement in the modern history of Egypt the High Dam which was built to protect the county from the Nile flooding which affected badly the lands and more with Nile Dahabiya.
Then sail to Edfu Temple with our Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise; this temple is considered the second largest temple after Karnak. It was constructed on the Ptolemy III era and completed during the Ptolemy IV era. It was dedicated to Horus, the falcon headed god. Therefore it was the center of many ancient Egyptian sacred festivals to Horus. Then you will visit Kom Ombo Temple; considered 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.
Unleash your inner with our Dahabiya and sail from the old capital during the old Pharaonic Period, once known as Thebes; Luxor nowadays. Get the chance to visit the charming landmarks in the city in a traditional way with high facilities. Explore Karnak Temple which is the biggest temple in the world as it includes six temples. 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. Get amazed while visiting Queen Hatshepsut Temple at El Deir El Bahari, considered one of the most impressive and well preserved temples in Egypt. You will also explore The Valley of The Kings which Contains many royal tombs belongs to Nobles and Kings of the New Kingdom then explore Colossi of Memnon; the huge Sitting Statues.
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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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