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8 Days - 7 Nights
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Unlimited
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Step on board Dahabeya Hathor for an exclusive Nile adventure that artfully blends comfort, culture, and history. Explore a thoughtfully curated route featuring Egypt’s iconic ancient sites and timeless river scenery, all while enjoying the peace and elegance of luxury river travel. Each day delivers a new highlight, from awe-inspiring temples and fascinating archaeological sites to tranquil passages through Egypt’s heartland. This unique voyage invites you to uncover the legacy of the pharaohs amid the comforts of a boutique cruise.
Arriving in Luxor, you will be collected from the airport by private transfer and taken directly to the embarkation dock. Upon stepping aboard Dahabeya Hathor, a refreshing welcome drink awaits, followed by a smooth cabin check-in with panoramic views over the Nile. Once you've settled in, a gourmet lunch, authentically prepared, is served. Your adventure begins with tours of Luxor's East Bank: witness the grandeur of the Karnak Temple Complex and the mystical Luxor Temple, where centuries of mythology come alive. The evening ends with a refined dinner on board and your first overnight stay in Luxor.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Luxor
After enjoying breakfast by the river's edge, the dahabeya sets sail for Esna. Spend the morning savoring panoramic views as you leisurely travel downstream. A delicious Mediterranean-inspired lunch is served while drifting along the Nile. As the afternoon unfolds, relax on the sun deck and sip traditional Egyptian tea as the riverside scenes drift by. Later, a candlelit dinner creates a romantic atmosphere for your overnight mooring in Esna.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Esna
While the vessel smoothly navigates through Esna Lock, you'll enjoy breakfast onboard. The journey continues towards Edfu, where you'll stop to explore the magnificent Temple of Horus, the best-preserved shrine of ancient Egypt. Afterward, cruise onward to the peaceful area of Ramadi, enjoying lunch en route. As dusk falls and stars appear above the river, savor a traditional charcoal-grilled dinner on a private island. Overnight in the serene setting of Ramadi.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Ramadi
In the morning, step into the past among the sandstone quarries of Gabal El Silsila during a guided walk. During breakfast, set sail for Kom Ombo, where you'll tour the unique twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. Lunch is freshly made and served aboard as the cruise resumes, charting a course towards Aswan. Arriving in the evening, you will dine on board and stay overnight in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Start early with the option to tour the Abu Simbel temples, a wonder of Ramses II. The remainder of your day is filled with Aswan's highlights: visit the enchanting Philae Temple, dedicated to Isis, and marvel at the imposing High Dam. Lunch is enjoyed back on the dahabeya, with the afternoon set aside for unwinding on deck. Dinner and another restful night are spent in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Following breakfast, depart from Aswan as the dahabeya glides northward along the Nile. This is a day for pure relaxation as you enjoy the tranquil pace of river life. Meals are served in your choice of setting—on deck or in the indoor dining room—while you soak up the scenery. By evening, the vessel arrives in the Esna area for your overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Esna
Feast on a hearty breakfast before heading to the Temple of Esna. As the cruise returns to Luxor midday, enjoy lunch onboard. The afternoon is devoted to Luxor’s legendary West Bank: explore the fabled Valley of the Kings, the awe-inspiring Temple of Hatshepsut, and the towering Colossi of Memnon. Your journey concludes with a farewell dinner on board and a final night spent in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Luxor
Tuck into a final breakfast onboard before check-out procedures begin. Afterwards, you will be privately transferred to Luxor Airport for your departure flight. You depart with the timeless spirit of the Nile in your memories, ready to be captivated by its allure again in the future.
Meals: Breakfast
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