Nawara Dahabiya Cruise
Overview
Experience the charm of slow travel along the Nile with the Nawara Luxury Dahabiya Nile cruise, where elegance, privacy, and authentic Egyptian culture come together in a truly unique sailing experience. This luxury cruise ship provides an intimate getaway from the tourism crowd through its personalized service, spacious cabins, and continuous panoramic views of the Nile.
Sailing from Luxor to Aswan, Nawara presents two carefully designed itineraries itineraries to suit different travel styles: a 4-day Nile cruise and a more immersive 6-day Nile cruise, both covering Egypt’s iconic ancient as unique stops at local villages and hidden gems only a small boat can reach.
Whether you prefer a quick escape or a longer one, the sailing on Nawara promises the epitome of luxury and the most memorable vacation experience in comfort and culture experience along the timeless Nile.
| Schedule: Every Sunday From Luxor & Friday From Aswan |
Cruise
Nawara Dahabiya Facilities
Elegant dahabiya with only 10 deluxe cabins and 2 luxurious Jacuzzi suites
Spacious cabins with panoramic Nile views
Private Jacuzzi suites with Nile-view bathrooms and exclusive amenities
Indoor restaurant and lounge with refined ambiance
Outdoor dining and lounge areas
Sundeck with swimming pool for relaxation
Individually controlled air conditioning
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the dahabiya
Satellite TV and minibar in all cabins
Tea & coffee facilities, including Nespresso, in suites
Private dining area in suites
En-suite bathrooms with a shower cabin and a hairdryer
Digital safe box in all cabins
Personalized service with a professional crew
Included
- Meet and assist by our representatives at the airport or railway station
- Accommodation on board Nawara 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 / Luxor Every Friday
Day 1: Aswan Highlights & Kom Ombo Temple – Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Your unforgettable journey aboard the Nawara Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise begins in Aswan, one of Egypt’s most beautiful destinations along the Nile River.Your guided tour begins at the Aswan High Dam which functions as a modern engineering marvel and moves to the Temple of Philae which exists as a magnificent island temple that honors Goddess Isis.
After your visits, you will start your luxury dahabiya cruise and experience gourmet lunch aboard the ship while we travel to Kom Ombo. At the temple, you will discover the exceptional Kom Ombo Temple which honors Sobek and Horus before enjoying your peaceful Nile sailing experience.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 2: Bisaw Village Experience & Edfu Temple Tour
Enjoy a relaxing breakfast on board your Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Egypt as you sail toward Bisaw village. Visit authentic Egyptian culture through a locally exclusive experience, touring local village farms and gaining insight into the traditional rural life along the Nile.
Sail to Edfu, where you will witness the excellent Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and a must-see on any Dahabiya Nile cruise itinerary. Return to join the ship and serve a course towards Esna with a view of the Nile along the bank.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 3: Esna Lock Experience & Luxor East Bank Tour
Breakfast will be ready as you cruise towards Luxor, with a unique highlight being the enchanting transit of the Esna Lock, an event that every Nile cruise in Egypt must include.
Spend the day visiting the more modern East Bank: the grand Karnak Temple, one of the greatest religious sites ever built, and the marvelous Luxor Temple, known mostly for its smart old architecture. Enjoy the evening at leisure on your luxury Nile cruise, taking in the magic of the Nile.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 4: Luxor West Bank – Valley of the Kings & Departure
After having breakfast, disembark from Nawara Dahabiya Nile Cruise and commence your last tour in Luxor's West Bank. Try the ever-mysterious legendary Valley of the Kings, the burial place of ancient pharaos, followed, no less, by the awesome Temple of Hatshepsut, an epitome of all historical landmarks in Egypt.
After your tour, transfer to Luxor Airport or railway station, marking the end of your Nawara Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
6 Days - Luxor / Aswan Every Sunday
Day 1: Luxor Embarkation & East Bank Tour – Luxury Nile Cruise
Begin your time aboard Nawara Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Luxor with a smooth embarkation and gourmet lunch malt Bernard on your Dahabiya Nile cruise.
For the afternoon, visit the East Bank of Luxor, starting with the grand Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious ancient worship complex and sites in the world, while following the spectacular Luxor Temple. Return onboard for dinner and enjoy a traditional folkloric show, a signature of luxury Nile cruise Egypt experiences.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 2: Luxor West Bank & Esna Sailing
Start your day with breakfast before visiting Luxor’s West Bank, including the legendary Valley of the Kings, home to royal tombs of ancient pharaohs.
Continue to the stunning Temple of Hatshepsut and the iconic Colossi of Memnon. After your tour, sail toward Esna while enjoying a relaxing lunch onboard your luxury small Nile cruise. Later, it would be the highlight of any Nile River cruise itinerary to experience crossing the locks of Esna.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 3: Edfu Temple, Bisaw Village & Gebel El Silsela
Enjoy breakfast onboard as you sail to Edfu. Visit the well-preserved Temple of Horus.
The cruise proceeds to Bisaw village which provides visitors with an authentic countryside experience that only dahabiya Nile cruises in Egypt can deliver. The tour will proceed to Gebel El-Silsela which features impressive sandstone cliffs and ancient quarries and beautiful views of the Nile River.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 4: Kom Ombo & Heir Diab Island
Sail to the Kom Ombo Beach and visit the singular Kom Ombo Temple. Its uniqueness is in the fact that it is a dual-temple schist dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus and is a must-see when on any Egypt Nile cruise itinerary.
Continue your journey to Heir Diab Island to relax, swim, and just be imbibed by the peace and tranquillity of the Nile——an exclusive highlight of private dahabiya cruises. End your day with the only dinner at sea within the environment of onboard entertainment under the Nile sky.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 5: Aswan Sightseeing Tour
Enjoy breakfast as you sail into Aswan, one of the most scenic stops on the Egypt Nile River cruise.
Visit the famous High Dam at Aswan, and see and experience one of its most celebrated temples Philae, both impressively set upon an island. After this, enjoy a fine lunch service on your luxury Dahabiya, enhanced by that night's Galabeya Party and Nubian dancing on board.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Day 6: Aswan – Disembarkation
Enjoy your final breakfast onboard before disembarking in Aswan. Transfer to the airport or train station, marking the end of your unforgettable luxury dahabiya Nile cruise.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
Prices:
Winter Rates (Sep- April)
Prices
Notes:
Nawara Dahabiya Nile Cruise Prices
Our tour rates are in US dollars per person per trip. You can also pay in euros 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 Nawara Dahabiya, our rates remain fixed and may not change.
Nawara 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.
Nawara 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 Nawara Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Please note that the Nawara 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 Nawara 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.
