05 Days esna and aswan nile river cruise - Abundance Dahabiya Nile Cruise (Every Monday)

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Duration

5 Days

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Tour Type

Group Tour

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Every Monday

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Overview

Experience the Nile as the Pharaohs once did aboard the Abundance Dahabiya, a traditional sailing vessel designed for those who seek silence and sophisticated simplicity. With its "no engine, no generator" policy, the Abundance offers a pure sailing experience where the only soundtrack is the gentle lap of water against the hull. From the grand temples of Luxor to the tranquil banks of Gebel el Silsila, this journey is crafted for travelers who want to experience the soul of the Nile at a leisurely, regal pace, supported by locally grown organic cuisine and an intimate atmosphere.

 

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  • Accommodation: 04 nights on board the 5-star Abundance Dahabiya (Full Board).
  • Meet & Greet: Elite service by Deluxe Tours Egypt staff at all arrival/departure points.
  • Private Transfers: All transfers in modern, air-conditioned deluxe vehicles.
  • Expert Guide: Highly knowledgeable English-speaking Egyptologist for all excursions.
  • Entrance Fees: Full coverage of all historical sites mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Sustainable Dining: Focus on locally grown fresh food and filtered water.
  • Taxes & Charges: Inclusive of all service charges and government taxes.
  • Complimentary Transfers: Free pickup & drop-off from the Airport, Train Station, or any East Bank hotel in Luxor/Aswan.
  • Gratuities: Tipping for the Dahabiya crew, guide, and driver.
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, and boutique purchases.
  • Optional Tours: Activities such as the Abu Simbel temples or a Hot Air Balloon ride in Luxor.
  • West Bank Pickups: Transfers from West Bank hotels are arranged at a designated point on the East Bank.

Itineraries

Your elite journey begins with a warm welcome at Luxor Airport or the Train Station by the Deluxe Tours Egypt team. Join your expert Egyptologist for a comprehensive tour of the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and Colossi of Memnon) and the East Bank (Karnak Temple). Following your tour, you will be transferred to Esna to embark on the Abundance Dahabiya, where you will be welcomed by the crew with a refreshing drink and your first organic dinner on board.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight: Moored in Esna.

 

Savor a fresh, farm-to-table breakfast as the Abundance sails toward Edfu. Arrive around noon and visit the Temple of Horus by traditional horse and carriage—the most complete and best-preserved temple in Egypt. Explore the local bazaar for exotic spices and perfumes before returning to the boat. Continue sailing to the Temple of Horemheb at Gebel el Silsila. Weather permitting, a magical dinner will be served on the temple grounds or a private island, accompanied by atmospheric music.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight: Gebel el Silsila / Riverbank.

 

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the 200 $m^2$ sun deck as we sail toward Kom Ombo. Visit the unique Greco-Roman double temple dedicated to both Sobek the crocodile god and Horus the Elder. As we continue sailing toward Aswan, relax and take in the authentic pastoral life of the Nile—from water buffalo wading in the shallows to the diverse birdlife of the riverbanks.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight: Near the entrance of Aswan City.

 

After breakfast on board, explore the highlights of Aswan. Visit the High Dam, an engineering masterpiece, and the romantic Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and reached by a scenic motorboat ride. Spend the afternoon strolling through the vibrant Aswan Bazaar before returning to the boat for your final farewell evening under the Aswan stars.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Overnight: Aswan.

 

Savor your final breakfast on board the Abundance Dahabiya. Following breakfast, you will disembark, and Deluxe Tours Egypt will provide a private transfer to Aswan Airport or the Train Station for your final departure.

Meals: Breakfast.

Overnight: End of Journey.

 

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Price quotes are in US dollars per person per trip all the Year Except over Christmas, New Year’s, and Easter holidays.

0 to 1,99 years: FREE 2 Years Old and below 6 years: 25% of adult price 6 Years up to 11.99 years: 50% of adult price 12 and Up: Calculate as an adult price.

Notes:

Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents (Maximum 2 Child sharing parent's room some hotels Maximum 1 child sharing parents’ room) If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply. According to Booking Policy.

We are offering the minimum down payment of just 10% to secure your spaces on the tour including hotel room, cruise cabin, domestic flight ticket, and other travel services. The remaining balance can be paid up to four days prior to your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your Representative.

In case you cancel your trip, the following of charges will be applied: From the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date, 7% of the tour package price will be charged. Between 60 and 21 days before your arrival date, 20% of the entire tour Package price will be charged. Between 20 and 7 days before your arrival date, 40% of the package tour price will be charged. Between 6 and 1 days before your arrival date, 75% of the tour package price will be applied.

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