Amoura Dahabiya Cruise

Enjoy breakfast at your leisure, sailing to Edfu, arrive around noon time. Visit Edfu Temple by horse carriage, one of the largest and most intact of Egypt's monuments. Two beautiful granite statues of the Falcon God Horus flank the entrance. After your visit to the temple, either ride or walk through the bazaar, this is an extensive bazaar where you can barter for souvenirs, spices and perfumes. Lunch on Board then continue to visit Hormoheb temple, also known as Selsila temple. Dinner will be served in the grounds of the Temple or in an island or on the upper deck of Boat whilst soaking up the tranquil atmosphere with music to match the mood.

Overnight aboard your cruise.

Breakfast at your leisure, sailing to Kom Ombo Temple, visit to the Greaco Roman Temple Kom Ombo. Enjoy sailing to Aswan and listen to the sounds of the water buffalo as they wade in the shallow water while you wil see the Donkeys on the banks of the Nile as they go about their day to day business and the various bird life of the river.

Overnight aboard your cruise close to the doors of Aswan city.

Breakfast on Board , then you will enjoy a visit to the Philae Temple, The High Dam with enjoy walking in Aswan Bazzar. Back to the boat to enjoy an amazing evening in Aswan.

Overnight aboard your cruise in Aswan.

Disembarkation after enjoying your breakfast, then you will be transferred to Aswan airport / Aswan train station for final departure.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the tranquil river as you sail toward Edfu. The day is dedicated to experiencing authentic Nile life. As you sail, you'll pass by various small islands, observing local children playing and buffaloes and donkeys grazing along the banks. After lunch, sailing continues until you reach Bassaw.

Upon arrival, you will visit the Bassaw Village, where you will be welcomed into a farmer's home, offering a unique opportunity to interact and ask questions about their isolated life, particularly regarding the education of girls. The evening features dinner served on the island, accompanied by a festive Egyptian night of fun with folkloric crew presentation. You may even have a chance to bake local sun bread for dinner.

Overnight on board in Bassaw
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Sailing to Edfu area, Bassaw Village

Enjoy breakfast aboard the Dahabeya. The morning takes you to the powerful sandstone quarry region of Gebel el Silsila, where you will visit the unique Temple of Horemheb / Selsila Temple before returning to the boat.

Sailing continues, passing by the islands of Bashier and Maliha, offering wonderful, scenic views of the Nile. The journey then takes you to Kom Ombo. Sailing continues towards Aswan, passing by Herdiab Island, where you will have the delightful possibility for a swimming break in the Nile.

Overnight on board in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Temple of Horemheb/Selsila Temple, Herdiab Island

After breakfast, you will continue sailing until reaching Aswan. The day begins with a tour of the great and magnificent ancient Philae Temple on Agilka Island. This sanctuary, one of Egypt's most beautiful, was entirely moved to higher ground following the construction of the Aswan High Dam to save it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser. On your way back, you have the opportunity to stop at Aswan Souq (market), allowing you to practice your bargaining skills, explore the spice market, and perhaps enjoy the famous sugarcane juice.

The afternoon offers the option to visit the vibrant Nubian Village in Aswan, where you can meet the Nubian people, take a camel ride, or take a ride around the islands with a visit to the serene Botanical Garden.

Overnight on board in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Philae Temple, Aswan Souq/Market.

Breakfast is served onboard. Today offers the highly recommended optional excursion to the colossal Abu Simbel Temples to visit the great temples of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari. After lunch on board, you will set sail on your return voyage heading back toward Esna. As you sail, you will observe the sounds and sights of the water buffaloes, donkeys, and various birdlife along the banks. You will continue sailing, passing Herdiab Island, before arriving at Kom Ombo Temple.

Your guide will take you to see this remarkable site, which is unique for being dedicated to two gods: Sobek and Haeroris, requiring the builders to construct two of everything, essentially creating two temples in one. The boat will then tie up for the night at a secluded spot.

Overnight on board in Basheir Island
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple.

Enjoy breakfast aboard the Dahabiya as you set off on a relaxing sailing journey. Your destination is the unique temple at Gebel el Silsila, one of the river's less frequented and more peaceful sites. After exploring this ancient sanctuary, you will continue sailing north, gliding past various small islands. Lunch is served on board.

Your journey today brings you to either Sarag or Fawza Island for your overnight stop. Here, you'll be treated to dinner on the island, followed by a lively Egyptian night of fun and folkloric entertainment presented by the crew.

Overnight on board in Sarag or Fawaza Island
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Visits: Temple of Gebel el Silsila

After a delicious breakfast, you will set off for the next leg of your journey to Edfu. Your guide will accompany you on an excursion to see the magnificent Greco-Roman Temple of Horus / Edfu Temple. Following this captivating tour, your Dahabiya will continue sailing until you reach Esna for your final overnight mooring.

Overnight on board in Esna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Visits: Temple of Horus / Edfu Temple

Enjoy a final breakfast on board your Dahabiya. After disembarkation, you will be transferred from Esna to Luxor airport or your hotel in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast aboard the Dahabiya. You will set off on a relaxing journey to the powerful sandstone quarry region of Gebel el Silsila, one of our less frequented destinations, to visit its ancient temple.

After your tour and lunch on board, you will continue sailing until you reach Bassaw, a small island village of about 500 inhabitants. Sailing continues toward either Sarag or Fawza Island. The day concludes with an enjoyable dinner on the island featuring an Egyptian folkloric night and crew presentation.

Overnight on board in Sarag or Fawaza Island
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Temple of Gebel el Silsila, Bassaw Village

After a delightful breakfast, you set off for the next leg of your journey to Edfu. Your guide will accompany you on an excursion to see the ancient Greco-Roman Temple of Horus / Edfu Temple. Following this magnificent tour, sailing continues until you reach Esna for your overnight stay.

Overnight on board in Esna
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Temple of Horus/Edfu Temple

Following breakfast, you will be picked up from the boat by your guide for a full-day excursion to the spectacular sites of Luxor. Your first stop is the Valley of the Kings, the royal necropolis where the intact tomb of Tutankhamen was discovered. Next, you will see the magnificent rock-cut temple of Queen Hatshepsut.

Along the way, you have the possibility to visit an Alabaster Factory to see how the ancient artists carved stones. You will also visit the giant statues of the Colossi of Memnon. In the afternoon, you will explore the vast Amon-Ra complex, known as Karnak. You will then be transferred back to the boat, which has sailed to El Hegz Island near Esna.

Overnight on board in El Hegz Island
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, Colossi of Memnon, Karnak Temple

Enjoy another leisurely breakfast on the river as the Dahabiya begins its southern journey. The day is dedicated to the tranquility of sailing toward Edfu. Lunch will be served while cruising. Sailing continues until you once again reach Bassaw Island.

Overnight on board in Bassaw
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast aboard the Dahabiya. The sailing continues toward Aswan, passing more beautiful islands like Bashier and Maliha. Upon arrival at Kom Ombo, your guide will take you to see the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple. This temple is truly unique because it was dedicated to two different gods—Sobek (the crocodile god) and Haeroris (the falcon god)—requiring two of everything to be built, effectively making it two temples in one. Sailing continues south, passing Herdiab Island.

Overnight on board in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple.

Enjoy breakfast aboard the Dahabiya. Today is a free day offering you the choice of two unique optional excursions in Aswan. You have the possibility to take an optional excursion to the colossal Abu Simbel Temples to visit the temples of Ramses II and Nefertari, or you may choose to visit the vibrant Nubian Village, where you can socialize with the local Nubian people, ride camels, or enjoy a scenic ride around Aswan's islands with a visit to the beautiful Botanical Garden.

Overnight on board in: Aswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy your final breakfast on board the Dahabiya. After collecting your luggage and disembarking, your Aswan representative will guide you to Aswan airport or your hotel in Aswan for your onward travel.

Meals: Breakfast