Dahabiya Loulia Cruise
Overview
The Dahabiya Loulia Nile Cruise provides a slow travel experience which shows the Nile River in its most natural and undisturbed state. The elegant Dahabiya provides a special experience which enables guests to discover Upper Egypt through its intimate setting and personalized service.
The Nile journey reveals beautiful natural scenery which includes ancient landscapes and traditional villages and secret archaeological sites that only small boats can access. The river cruise takes guests to visit Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo and to discover hidden attractions which include Gebel El Silsila and El Kab.
onboard experience combines stylish accommodations with simple design elements to provide guests a comfortable stay. The Dahabiya Loulia Nile Cruise between Esna and Aswan offers a cultural experience which includes peaceful moments and genuine exploration through its daytime Nile cruises and nighttime sailing.
| Schedule: Every Thursday from Esna & Monday From Aswan |
Cruise
Loulia Dahabiya Facilities
• 4 Luxury Cabins with Great views, inside and out
• 2 Suite with a private balcony
• All cabins and suites outside-facing with panoramic windows
• The boat is air-conditioned throughout with individual controls
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access is offered throughout the boat – Fair Usage Policy
• Spacious Sun deck with ample furniture and a shaded area
• Generator for electricity
• Water filters for the fresh water supply
• Waste water recycling and sewage treatment system
• Safety equipment (smoke detectors, emergency lighting and sprinkler system)
Included
- Meet and assist by our representatives at the airport or railway station
- Accommodation on board the Loulia Dahabiya on full board
- English/Portuguese/German/Spanish speaking tour guide
- All sightseeing tours are private guided tours
- Entrance fees to all the mentioned sites in the itinerary
- Bottled water during the trips
- All transfers by a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- All service charges and taxes
Excluded
- Any optional tours
- Personal Spending
- Tipping
- Extra not mentioned
Itinerary:
4 Days - Aswan / Esna Every Monday
Day 1: Boarding in Aswan – Kom Ombo Cruise Experience
Starts Dahabiya Nile cruise from Aswan with our representative who welcomes you to the stylish Loulia Dahabiya, which serves as your private floating boutique hotel during your three-night stay.
Start your Nile sailing experience in Egypt with a relaxing stop at a Nile island for a countryside walk, which you can follow with lunch either onboard or on the island. Your journey will lead you to the famous Kom Ombo Temple, which features a twin temple design that honors Sobek and Haroeris, which serves as an essential stop for all Nile cruise routes in Egypt.
Sail onward to the peaceful archaeological site of Gebel el-Silsila offers visitors access to its ancient quarries and serene natural beauty.
End the day with a magical Egyptian dinner on the Nile under the stars.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 2: Gebel el-Silsila – Edfu – El Fawaza Island
After breakfast on your Dahabiya Nile sailing boat, leads you to explore the historic rock-cut chapels of ancient pharaohs and the sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila—an essential stop for cultural Nile cruises in Egypt.
You will continue your journey to Edfu to see the Temple of Horus which stands as the most complete temple in Egypt and serves as a main attraction for Dahabiya Nile cruises.
Later, sail to a quiet Nile island for anchoring. Enjoy swimming in the Nile or relaxing on deck surrounded by nature.
Dinner is served onboard or by the riverbank around a campfire, offering a unique authentic Nile experience in Egypt.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 3: El Kab – Esna Sailing & Local Experience
Sail to El Kab which stands as one of Egypt's most historic cities to discover its ancient temples and cliffside burial sites which serve as vital destinations for archaeological expeditions and Nile riverboat tours.
Your Dahabiya Nile cruise will continue to Esna as you dine on lunch while taking in the beautiful views of the Nile River. You explore the genuine Egyptian life by visiting the local bazaars and markets.
Stopover at one of the local tea shops before you bid farewell to your last night aboard the cruise boat.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 4: Disembarkation & Transfer to Luxor
Enjoy your final breakfast aboard the Loulia Dahabiya Nile Cruise. After disembarkation in Esna, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport or Railway Station, marking the end of your Loulia Dahabiya cruise.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
5 Days - Esna / Aswan Every Thursday
Day 1: Boarding in Esna – El Kab – Quessia
Your Dahabiya Nile cruise from Esna to Aswan begins with a warm welcome in Luxor, followed by transfer to Esna to board the elegant Loulia Dahabiya, your private boutique sailing boat.
Start your Nile cruise experience in Egypt with a visit to the historic Temple of Khnum at Esna, one of the beautifully preserved temples featured in many Egypt Nile cruise itineraries. The next part of our journey takes us through local markets to witness authentic Egyptian life as it happens during everyday activities.
The cultural Nile cruises in Egypt reach their peak when you sail to El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb, where you will visit temple ruins and explore the tombs located along the cliffside.
End the day anchored near a quiet Nile island, enjoying dinner either onboard or on the riverbank in a peaceful natural setting.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 2: Edfu – Wadi el Shat
Experience stunning Nile views as the river meanders through the desert to merge with lush palm groves intertwined with timeless village activities.
Visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, considered one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and one of the most important sites on any Nile Cruise from Esna to Aswan. Discover ancient mythology and perfectly preserved carvings dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
Continue sailing past traditional villages and desert views before anchoring near Wadi el Shat island. Enjoy dinner onboard or along the Nile under the stars—an unforgettable luxury Nile sailing experience.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 3: Gebel el Silsila – Kom Ombo – Maniha Island
Relax on deck as you sail through one of the most scenic parts of the Egypt Nile cruise route, arriving at Gebel el-Silsila.
The ancient ream's rock-cut chapels belonging to Seti I and Ramesses II will be explored. There are some sandstone quarries here that are significant to the archaeology on Egypt Nile cruises.
Relax until lunch in the boat as it cruises to Kom Ombo to visit the double temple dedicated to god Haroeris and Sobek. End the day comfortably anchored in Maniha Island for the evening, surrounded by silence and the beauty of the sky above the desert.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 4: Daraw – El Koubania, Aswan
Sail off towards Daraw and discover the famous local market. This is where the real Egyptian culture can be seen being lived amidst old traditional classic trading activities.
Continue sailing toward Aswan and arrive at El Koubania to spend the night at a Nubian village, peacefully settled. Relax and enjoy the calm atmosphere of Nubian riverside life—an essential highlight of any luxury Dahabiya Nile cruise experience.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 5: Disembarkation in Aswan
Enjoy your final breakfast aboard the Loulia Dahabiya Nile Cruise, surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the Nile.
After disembarkation, transfer to Aswan Airport or Railway Station, marking the end of your Dahabiya Loulia Cruise.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
Prices:
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Notes:
Loulia Dahabiya Cruise Prices
Our tour rates are in US dollars per person per trip. You can also pay in Euro or GBP. Prices might vary during Christmas, New Year, and Easter Nile Cruise Vacations. We aim to provide the best rates and maintain their accuracy. Once you confirm Loulia Dahabiya, our rates remain fixed and may not change.
Loulia Dahabiya Children Policy
0 - 01.99 Free of Charge
2 - 5.99 pay 25% of tour price
6 - 11.99 pay 50% of tour price
12+ pay full tour price as per adult person
If your tour package includes airfare, extra charges for your children may be applied.
Loulia Dahabiya Payment Policy
To secure your desired program and ensure availability, we recommend making reservations as early as possible. A deposit of 25% of the total amount is required to secure your booking, except during the Christmas and New Year holidays, when a deposit of 50% is necessary. This deposit will be deducted from your final payment. The remaining balance can be settled up to one week before your arrival date or in cash upon your arrival.
Additional Entry Tickets For Loulia Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Please note that the Loulia Dahabiya doesn’t include entrance fees to the special archaeological sites, such as entering the interior of the Tomb of Tutankhamun at the Valley of the Kings in Luxor. Separate fees apply for these attractions.
Cancellation Policy For Loulia Dahabiya
• Cancellations made from the date of booking until 61 days before your arrival date will incur a 10% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 60 and 31 days before your arrival date will incur a 20% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 30 and 15 days before your arrival date will incur a 50% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
• Cancellations made between 14 and 1 day before your arrival date will incur a 100% cancellation fee of the entire tour price.
Furthermore, please note that cancellation fees may also apply to domestic flights within Egypt according to the airline’s specific cancellation policy.
