Nofret Dahabiya: Voyage Through Ancient Egypt

Schedule
Schedule
4/5 Days
3/4 Nights
Duration
Countries
1 Country
2 Cities
Type
Type
Small Group Tour
12 Persons
Run
Run:
Wednesday from Aswan
Saturday from Luxor

Embark on a journey of a lifetime aboard the Nofret Dahabiya, where every detail is meticulously crafted for your ultimate comfort and enjoyment. Our vessel embodies the spirit of "Nofret"—a term we use to signify a unique and exclusive experience on the Nile. We offer an escape from the crowds, providing a tranquil and intimate setting to witness the ancient wonders of Egypt. Nofret Dahabiya is not just a cruise—it's your private sanctuary on the world's most legendary river.

Included and Excluded
  • Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
  • Assistance of our personal during your stay and excursions
  • All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • Accommodation on board 5 star Dahabiya on full board basis
  • Tea and Coffee during meals on board your Dahabiya
  • Free Soft Drinks at Minibar
  • All Dahabiya excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan
  • Egyptologist guide during your excursions
  • All service charges and taxes
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tipping Kitty

 

N.B.:

- Itineraries may be changed without prior notice due to navigational circumstances, the change will only affect the sequence of the visits, but not in visits themselves.

- The Nile Dahabiya departure is dependent on booking at least 2 double cabins to guarantee sailing for 4 nights and 3 cabins for 3 nights Dahabiya Cruise.

- The Nile Dahabiya departure is dependent on booking at least 1 double suite to guarantee sailing for 7 nights Dahabiya Cruise.

Itinerary

Your adventure begins! Board the cruise and settle in with a delightful lunch. At 2:00 PM, we'll set sail down the legendary Nile River toward Kom Ombo, where you'll explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple, an ancient twin temple dedicated to both the falcon god Horus and the crocodile god Sobek. After a sumptuous dinner on board, we'll anchor for the night near serene Beshir Island

Overnight on board in Aswan

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Wake up to a fresh, delicious breakfast as we sail to Edfu. Here, you'll discover the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s most remarkably preserved temples. After your visit, we'll continue our journey to Esna, where we'll spend the night.

Overnight on board in Esna

Meals: Breakfast

Start your day with a tasty breakfast before we witness a truly unique experience: crossing the Esna Lock. You'll enjoy a delicious lunch as we pass through this fascinating piece of engineering. From there, we'll sail to the timeless city of Luxor, where we'll dock for the night, surrounded by ancient wonders.

Overnight on board in Luxor

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy one last breakfast on board as you reflect on your unforgettable journey. After disembarkation, you'll depart with cherished memories of the Nile and its incredible treasures.

Meals: Breakfast

Your journey begins with embarkation in Aswan at noon. Enjoy lunch on board as we set sail toward Kom Ombo. Later, you'll visit the unique Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus. A delicious dinner will be served on board as we anchor for the night near Beshir Island.

Overnight on board in Aswan

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with an early sail to Gabal el Silsila. Have breakfast on board before you explore the ancient sandstone quarries and the temple at this site. Enjoy lunch as we continue our journey to Fawaza Island. In the evening, relax with tea as you watch a magnificent sunset, followed by dinner. We will spend the night near Fawaza Island.

Overnight on board in Aswan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast on board as we sail to Edfu. Upon arrival, you’ll visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus, one of the best examples of Greco-Roman architecture. Experience a charming horse-drawn carriage ride to and from the temple. After lunch, we'll sail to the village of el Kab to explore its temple before having dinner and spending the night on el Hegz Island near Esna.

Overnight on board in Aswan

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin your day with breakfast on board as we sail to Esna. There, you'll visit the Temple of Esna before enjoying lunch as we cross the famous Esna Lock. We will have dinner on board and spend the night in Luxor.

Overnight on board in Luxor

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a final breakfast on board, you'll disembark in Luxor, concluding your unforgettable Nile adventure.

Meals: Breakfast

Your journey begins with check-in on the west bank of Luxor at noon. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board as we set sail, passing through the famous Esna Lock. We'll have dinner on board and spend the night anchored in Esna.

Overnight on board in Esna

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with an early breakfast as we sail along the Nile. We'll visit the city of El Kab and explore the incredible rock-cut tombs from the New Kingdom. After lunch on board, we'll sail to Edfu to visit the stunning Edfu Temple. Afterward, we'll continue our leisurely sail, taking in the picturesque scenes of daily life along the river. As sunset approaches, we’ll drop anchor near Ramadi Island for a barbecue dinner under the stars, followed by an overnight stay.

Overnight on board near Ramadi Island

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early start and breakfast, we'll sail to Gebel el Silsila. Later, after lunch, we'll go ashore to explore the ancient Pharaonic quarries and the fascinating rock-cut temple of Hormoheb. We'll then sail to the edge of al Bashir Island near Kom Ombo for our overnight stay.

Overnight on board near Kom Ombo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we'll sail to Kom Ombo to explore the unique Kom Ombo Temple. This magnificent site is dedicated to both Horus the Elder and the crocodile god Sobek, making it the only double temple in all of Egypt. We'll enjoy lunch on board before continuing our sail to Aswan, where we'll spend the night on the east bank.

Overnight on board in Aswan East Bank

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking in Aswan to continue your travels.

Meals: Breakfast

Cabin
  •  In-room private safe
  • Large windows with a panoramic view
  • Fluffy and modern duvets
  • Hairdryer
  • Elegant fine dining room and lounge
  • Electronic fire and smoke detection
  • Wireless internet capabilities
  • Chaise-longue chairs on the sun deck
  • Soft Drinks in the minibar
  • Free Wi-Fi in the room
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 The boat was very comfortable. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore Egypt.
 

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WOW! The Treasures of Egypt tour was an absolutely amazing experience that left me speechless. Our guide was fantastic, the accommodations and meals were fantastic, and the Nile River cruise was unforgettable. The locals were incredibly friendly and we made great friends in our tour group. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an inspiring adventure.

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The Treasures of Egypt tour was an incredible experience that exceeded our expectations. We visited iconic sites, enjoyed comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and a Nile River cruise. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring the rich history and culture of Egypt.

K. Louis

Iconic sites, enjoyed comfortable accommodations & delicious meals

Our family recently took the Treasures of Egypt tour and it was the trip of a lifetime! We were blown away by the ancient wonders of Egypt, from the Pyramids of Giza to the temples of Luxor and Karnak. Our guide was fantastic and made the experience even more fascinating for all of us. THANK YOU MEMPHIS TOURS!

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