Dahabiya Queen Nefer Nile Cruise

Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up at 9:00 AM from your chosen location in Aswan. After a warm greeting from the crew, you’ll board the elegant Queen Nefer Dahabiya and set sail to a peaceful island, where a gentle stroll through the countryside awaits. Lunch is enjoyed on deck before visiting the unique Kom Ombo Temple, a dual sanctuary devoted to Sobek and Haroeris, boasting twin halls and extraordinary Nile views. Later, the journey continues toward Gebel El Silsila, the historic sandstone quarries that supplied stone for Egypt’s most iconic temples.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Gebel El Silsila

Begin the day with breakfast, then discover the captivating rock-cut chapels and temple ruins at Gebel El Silsila, including monuments erected by Seti I and Ramses II. As the dahabiya sails north, take in the lively river scenes of local fishermen and farmers starting their day. Arrive in Edfu to explore the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus, dedicated to the falcon god, whose interior walls are inscribed with sacred texts—one of the world’s most complete ancient stone libraries. In the evening, continue to El Fawaz Island, where dinner is served around a campfire beneath the night sky.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: El Fawaz Island

Enjoy a leisurely morning cruise to El Kab, once the capital of Upper Egypt and known as the ancient city of Nekheb. Here, you’ll explore tombs carved into the cliffs and remnants of temples nestled within the rocks. Return to the Queen Nefer Dahabiya to resume your tranquil voyage northward. Watch the riverside palms and serene rural villages as you approach Esna. Spend your final night aboard, relishing a peaceful dinner and warm hospitality.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Onboard in Esna

Savor your last breakfast aboard the Queen Nefer Dahabiya as your cruise concludes in Esna. A private transfer will be arranged to any address in Luxor, approximately an hour’s drive (45 km). Carry with you unforgettable memories from your exclusive, luxurious Nile dahabiya experience.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: End of service

Your Nile adventure launches in the morning at 9:00 AM, with a pick-up from any address in Luxor and a transfer south to Esna (around 50 km). Board the elegant Queen Nefer Dahabiya and meet your welcoming, professional crew. Begin with a guided tour of the Khnum Temple, located nine meters below today’s street level, and take time to wander through Esna’s vibrant local markets. As you set sail, your first stop is El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb, where you’ll explore temple ruins and cliffside tombs with intricate decorations. By sunset, the dahabiya anchors near a small Quessia island. Enjoy dinner on deck or by the riverside beneath the open sky.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Quessia

After breakfast, Queen Nefer Dahabiya continues along the Nile, passing scenes of sweeping desert and lush palm groves. In Edfu, you’ll visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved ancient temples, famed for its grand ceremonies in honor of the falcon god. Travel through the lively village streets by horse-drawn carriage to reach the temple. Later, set sail for Wadi El Shat, where you can stroll through peaceful villages and desert landscapes. The boat anchors by a calm island for the night, with dinner served either onboard or at the riverside.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Wadi El Shat

Start the day navigating to Gebel El Silsila, a dramatic narrow stretch of the Nile once central to sandstone quarrying for Egypt’s grandest temples. Visit the rock-hewn chapels of Seti I, Ramses II, and Horemheb, and explore the ancient quarry sites. After enjoying lunch on the sun deck, sail on to Kom Ombo, where you’ll tour the unique double temple devoted to Sobek and Haroeris, beautifully positioned on a Nile bend. In the evening, anchor at Maniha for a special riverside dinner around a campfire—a truly unforgettable Nile moment.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: Maniha

This morning, cruise to Daraw, once the last major stop for camel caravans arriving from Sudan after a forty-day desert journey. Experience the energetic local camel market and stroll through the bustling town to witness traditional life. Continue sailing to El Koubania, a picturesque Nubian village near Aswan, renowned for its lush citrus and mango groves. Relax onboard as the river narrows and the desert draws closer. Your final dinner is served onboard, surrounded by the tranquil sounds of the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: El Koubania, Aswan

After breakfast, your Dahabiya Queen Nefer Nile journey concludes. Disembark in Aswan, where you’ll be transferred to any location of your choice in the city. Take with you cherished memories of the Nile, its temples, villages, and enduring beauty.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: End of service