★★★★★5.0(3 reviews)
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Duration: 7 Nights
Cruise Type: Dahabiya Boat
Availability: Saturday from Aswan Saturday from Esna1,474 travellers viewed this
The trip
About this boat
Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise offers an unmatched luxury experience along the timeless River Nile. Perfect for travelers seeking a tailor-made adventure, this dahabiya Nile cruise combines comfort with authentic Egyptian charm. Cruise between Luxor and Aswan, exploring iconic attractions such as the Valley of the Kings, Luxor Temple, and Philae Temple.
Discover the full Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise itinerary, designed to blend relaxation with exploration, and check the Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise reviews for real guest experiences.
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Onboard
What the boat gives you
Also on board
All cabins have large, panoramic windows
Facilities include 5 cabins and 2 suites
Open air oriental-style Jacuzzi
A private direct-dial telephones
Individual climate control, hairdryers
Mini-bar
Safe deposit boxes
Non-smoking
Plasma televisions and movie channels.
Bathrooms equipped with full size tubs
Laundry service & housekeeping
Accompanying motorboat to pull it in case wind is calm.
Day by day
Itinerary
7 Nights Itinerary Aswan to Luxor
Your route at a glance
7 Nights
Dahabiya Boat
Day 1
Day 1: (Saturday)
Day 2
Day 2: (Sunday)
Day 3
Day 3: (Monday)
Day 4
Day 4: (Tuesday)
Day 5
Day 5: (Wednesday)
Day 6
Day 6: (Thursday)
Day 7
Day 7: (Friday)
Day 8
Day 8: ( Saturday)
Embarkation in Aswan for a relaxing week sailing the Nile on a Luxuriously appointed Dahabiya. Overnight, the ship moored on the Nile Banks of Aswan.
Meals: Lunch - Dinner
Today you will visit the Aswan High Dam (completed in 1971); the Old Dam (completed in 1902).
You will also see the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, a structure rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser at the time of the High Dam's construction. Sail on the way to Kom Ombo (noon time).
Overnight near Kom Ombo
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Morning sail to Kom Ombo To visit the Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, god of the morning sun.
Overnight moored beside a Nile Island.
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
This morning you will sail to Edfu To visit the wonderfully preserved Temple of Edfu.
Overnight moored beside an Island
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Today will be a leisurely day; After Breakfast Commence sailing to Esna, and passing the lock, Then Dahabeya will moor beside a Nile Island
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
This morning you will sail to Luxor and visit the magnificent temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak, with its vast hypostyle hall of 137 columns, followed by the imposing 28th Dynasty Luxor Temple.
Overnight moored in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Excursion to the West Bank to visit the great burial places of the Pharaohs - the Valley of the Kings - where Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922.
Continue to the adjacent Valley of the Queens, Medinet Habu Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Overnight moored in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Breakfast aboard the Dahabiya. Followed by disembarkation
Meals: Breakfast
7 Nights Nile Cruises Luxor to Aswan Itinerary
Your route at a glance
7 Nights
Dahabiya Boat
Day 1
Day 1: (Saturday)
Day 2
Day 2: (Sunday)
Day 3
Day 3: (Monday)
Day 4
Day 4: (Tuesday)
Day 5
Day 5: (Wednesday)
Day 6
Day 6: (Thursday)
Day 7
Day 7: (Friday)
Day 8
Day 8: (Saturday)
Embarkation in Luxor for a relaxing week sailing the Nile on a Luxuriously appointed Dahabiya.
After Lunch, Excursion to visit the magnificent temple complex of Amon-Ra at Karnak, with its vast hypostyle hall of 137 columns, followed by the imposing 28th Dynasty Luxor Temple.
Overnight moored on the Nile Banks of Luxor.
Meals: Lunch - Dinner
You will visit the West Bank for visits to the burial places of Pharaohs, the Valley of the Kings - where Howard Carter discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922.
Continue to the adjacent Valley of the Queens, the temple of Medinet Habu, and the Colossi of Memnon. Sail on the way to Esna (noon time); Overnight near Esna
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Today will be a leisurely day, After Breakfast. Commence sailing.
Overnight moored beside a Nile Island
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
This morning you will sail to Edfu. Visit the wonderfully preserved Temple of Edfu.
Overnight moored beside a Nile Island.
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Today you will sail on the way to Kom Ombo. Overnight moored beside a Nile Island
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Visit Kom Ombo to see the Ptolemaic temple dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed Horus, god of the morning sun.
A leisurely day sailing to Aswan and moored nearby Aswan bridge.
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch
Today you will visit the Aswan High Dam (completed in 1971); the Old Dam (completed in 1902).
You will also see the Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis, a structure rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser at the time of the High Dam's construction.
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner
Breakfast aboard the Dehabeya & Disembarkation
Meals: Breakfast
The price
What's included — and what isn't
✓ Included in the price
✓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
✓All Nile Cruise 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
✕ Not included
✕Entry visa to Egypt
✕Any additional meals and drinks
✕All personal expenses like laundry etc.
✕Tipping to the guide, driver, cruise crew etc
✕Any optional tours & activities
Booking
How booking this works
Private, not a groupYour own Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned vehicle throughout.
25% to hold your datesThe balance is due up to two days before arrival, or in cash to your tour manager.
Cancel 30+ days out for 10%Charges rise closer to departure — the full policy is under Good to know.
A voucher within 24 hoursConfirmation with every booking detail lands by email once an advisor confirms.
Talk to Maro
Founder, Egypt Planners · Giza
Not quite the itinerary you had in mind? Tell Maro your dates and what you want to see — he and the team will rework this trip around them, at no extra cost.
Your daily tours usually start at 8 am, but you can change the time in coordination with your private guide.
You can make any changes to the itinerary if you have any special requests.
For reservations, contact us, and your reservation will be confirmed with one of our travel advisors.
After booking the trip, we will send you a voucher with all the booking details.
Prices are in US dollars per person per trip and you can pay in any other currency.
Rates are subject to change in case of any changes in airport taxes, hotel rates, transport rates, or government taxes.
Rates are not valid during Christmas or New Year.
Travel insurance and entry visa charges are not included in the package.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
Additional transport that you require.
Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.
All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies' room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you're booking a risk-free investment.
Cancellation after confirmation with payment before 30 days of the commencement of the tour: 10% of the value of the tour package.
Canceling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the package
Canceling 19-15 days before commencing the tour: 50% of the tour cost
Canceling 14-11 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the tour cost
Canceling before 10 days or less before the tour date: No refund for the tour
Up to 2 years: FREE
Age from 2 and below 6 years: 25% of adult price
Age from 6 up to 11 years: 50% of adult price
Ages 12 and Up: adult price.
Notes:
Children policy is applied to children who share rooms with their parents ( Maximum 1 Child sharing parent's room )
If your tour includes airfare, additional charges for your children may apply.
A valid Passport for 6 months
Sunblock
Sunglasses
Sanitizer gel
Water holder
Bug spray
Warm clothes in winter
Cotton clothes in summer
A hat
Travel adaptor
Camera
Umbrella
Comfortable shoes
Medication
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I cannot say enough good things about our group's experience on the Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise. This trip was a true adventure from start to finish.
The crew went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and pampered. They were always ready to assist with a smile. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about Egypt's history and culture.
Exploring the temples and tombs along the Nile was like stepping back in time. The sights and stories were mind-blowing. And returning to the cruise after each excursion to a comfortable cabin and delicious meal made the whole experience even better.
I've traveled quite a bit, but this cruise stands out as one of my all-time favorites. Don't miss the chance to embark on this incredible journey!
★★★★★May 20, 2023
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Mason Family
Group traveller
I cannot say enough good things about our group's experience on the Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise. This trip was a true adventure from start to finish.
The crew went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and pampered. They were always ready to assist with a smile. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about Egypt's history and culture.
Exploring the temples and tombs along the Nile was like stepping back in time. The sights and stories were mind-blowing. And returning to the cruise after each excursion to a comfortable cabin and delicious meal made the whole experience even better.
I've traveled quite a bit, but this cruise stands out as one of my all-time favorites. Don't miss the chance to embark on this incredible journey!
★★★★★May 20, 2023
C
Charlotte
Solo traveller
I recently embarked on the Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise as a solo traveler, and it was an absolutely magical experience. From the moment I stepped on board, I was greeted with warmth and hospitality. The crew went out of their way to make me feel comfortable and ensure I had everything I needed.
The cruise itself was a journey through history. The sights along the Nile were breathtaking, and our guide, Ahmed, was incredibly knowledgeable, providing fascinating insights into Egypt's rich history. The food on board was delectable, and I looked forward to every meal. I also appreciated the smaller group size, which allowed for a more intimate and personalized experience.
Overall, I can't recommend the Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise enough. It's the perfect way to explore the wonders of Egypt while enjoying top-notch service and comfort.
