A dahabiya is the most beautiful few days you can spend in Egypt, but Egypt is more than the river. This package wraps the whole country around your sail: the Pyramids and the treasures of Cairo, the temples of Luxor and Aswan, the colossi of Abu Simbel, and at the center of it all, your dahabiya gliding up the Nile. One team plans every piece, so you simply arrive and let the journey carry you.
This is what sets us apart. The boat owners sell you the boat. We sell you Egypt, with the dahabiya as its jewel. That means no stitching together flights, hotels, transfers, and a cruise from four different companies, hoping they line up. We handle the lot, and we tailor every day to you.
Every detail is handled: the flights within Egypt, the hotels, the transfers, the guide, and above all the matching of you to the right dahabiya for your style and budget. Want pure luxury and a private boat? We arrange it. Honeymoon romance? We set the scene. A family adventure? We make it smooth.
The result is a trip with no seams and no stress, built around the most magical way to see the Nile. Choose your boat with our help on how to choose the best dahabiya, see the sail itself on the Esna to Aswan cruise page, and explore the romantic and luxury versions in our honeymoon dahabiya and luxury and private charter pages. It all begins with the dahabiya Nile cruise guide.
A typical journey opens in Cairo, where you stand before the Pyramids and the Sphinx and wander the Grand Egyptian Museum. Then you fly south to Luxor, explore Karnak and the Valley of the Kings, and transfer the short distance to Esna to board your dahabiya. For the next four nights you sail to Aswan, visiting Edfu, Kom Ombo, and the hidden sites, mooring at quiet islands, dining under the stars. From Aswan you can add the unforgettable temples of Abu Simbel before flying home.
| Group size | 4-star + standard cabin | 5-star + suite | Luxury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solo traveler | On request | On request | On request |
| 2 travelers (per person) | On request | On request | On request |
| 3-4 travelers (per person) | On request | On request | On request |
All prices are charged in USD per person per trip. You can also pay us online via a secure payment gateway without any extra costs or surcharges. This is our pricing policy for this trip.
The initial price is based on 1 adult in group size with the lowest price in the low season
After your tour is confirmed, we will email you the final confirmation of the tour and voucher to print and bring with you. Details will Contain contact numbers of customer care, tour operator, and All information for your convenience.
Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is left to the discretion of the travelers. Although not mandatory, it is of great importance to people who will take care of you while traveling.
If your tour package includes airfare, an extra charge for your children may apply.
Egypt Day Tours do not require a cancellation fee for tours or excursions canceled for ‘force majeure’ reasons like volcanoes, earthquakes, or reasons that are Out of control. If the booking cancellation happens For personal or business reasons and Egypt Day Tours has already incurred the booking costs on your behalf, these costs will be transferred to you.
A 50% payment will be required from the total amount after confirming your tour booking as requested. You can pay by credit or debit card (MasterCard/Visa) through the VeriSign Secured payment system on our website, and the Rest of the Payment will be on a Cash basis upon you Start Your Tour to the Egypt Day Tours representative.
Secure your trip and give yourself greater peace of mind with the Travel Insurance program proposed by Travel Guard. One week, 25$ per person.
All tours don’t include entrance fees to special archaeological sites, such as walking inside one of the pyramids and the Mummies Room at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo or entering the Tomb of Tutankhamen at Valley of the Kings in Luxor are also available at extra cost.
Please contact us if you wish to add or adjust anything to the program.
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:
Cairo sightseeing, domestic flights, Luxor touring, the transfer to Esna, a 4-night dahabiya cruise with full board, a guide, and all listed fees. Abu Simbel is an easy add-on.
Yes. We match you to the right boat for your style and budget, from intimate classic boats to private luxury charters.
One team handles flights, hotels, transfers, and the cruise, tailored to you, so nothing is left to chance.
Most run around 8 to 10 days. We tailor the length to your time.
Absolutely. We shape every day around who is traveling and what you want.
Get in touch with our team for exact pricing and to build your private itinerary.