Orient Dahabiya Nile Cruise

begin your journey with a gentle sail to a quiet Nile island, where a peaceful countryside walk sets the perfect tone for the days ahead. After a leisurely lunch on board Orient Dahabiya or on the island, Orient Dahabiya Nile Cruise glides toward Kom Ombo to explore the remarkable double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris. As the afternoon fades, you continue toward the mystical Gebel el-Silsila, a site forbidden to large cruise ships, preserving an atmosphere of rare calm and ancient mystery.

As night falls, your chef prepares a lovingly crafted Egyptian-style dinner served on the banks of the Nile, beneath a vast and twinkling night sky. No crowds, no noise, just the river, the stars, and the magic of Egypt all around you.

Meals Included:

    • Lunch

    • Dinner

After breakfast, you begin the morning at Gebel el-Silsila, exploring the ancient rock-cut chapels of Horemheb, Seti I, Ramses II, and Merenptah, alongside the remarkable sandstone quarries that once supplied the stones for Egypt's greatest monuments.

The Orient Dahabiya Cruise then sails on to Edfu, where the magnificent Temple of Horus awaits; the best-preserved ancient temple in all of Egypt, and a truly breathtaking sight to behold. As the afternoon draws to a close, the Orient Dahabiya glides toward a peaceful small island where she moors for the night.

Dinner is served either on board or by a traditional campfire on the Nile banks, surrounded by serenity and nature.

Meals Included:

    • Breakfast

    • Lunch

    • Dinner

Sail toward El Kab, which serves as the historical site of Nekheb and operates as one of Upper Egypt's most significant archaeological locations. The site provides access to its rock-cut tombs and temple ruins that were carved into the cliffs, which showcase deeper insights into ancient Egyptian civilization.

Continue your journey to Esna, enjoying your final evening aboard the dahabiya. Relax and take in the peaceful Nile scenery as your journey comes to a close.

Meals Included:

    • Breakfast

    • Lunch

    • Dinner

Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking in Esna, concluding your luxury dahabiya Nile cruise experience.

Meals Included:

    • Breakfast

Your journey begins with a visit to the fascinating Esna Temple, followed by a lively stroll through the town’s colorful local markets. The Orient Dahabiya then sets sail toward El Kab, the ancient town of Nekheb; one of the oldest and most significant archaeological sites on the Nile, where weathered temple remains and remarkable cliff-cut tombs offer a captivating glimpse into Egypt’s earliest civilization.

As the sun dips below the horizon, the Orient Dahabiya Cruise moors beside a tranquil island for the night. Dinner is served either on board or on the peaceful banks of the Nile, beneath a glittering canopy of stars — the perfect end to a perfect first day.

Meals Included:

    • Lunch

    • Dinner

Orient Dahabiya sails gracefully toward Edfu, where the magnificent Temple of Horus awaits; the best-preserved ancient temple in all of Egypt and a truly awe-inspiring sight at every turn. After exploring its towering pylons and beautifully carved halls, you return to the Orient Dahabiya Nile Cruise and continue south.

The afternoon brings a more intimate side of Egypt, with stops at quiet riverside villages and a venture into the vast, silent desert, a world away from the tourist trail and all the more memorable for it. As evening settles over the Nile, the Orient Dahabiya Cruise moors beside a peaceful island for the night, with dinner served on board or gathered around the tranquil banks of the river beneath an endless starlit sky.

Meals Included:

    • Breakfast

    • Lunch

    • Dinner

A slower, more contemplative day begins as you sink into a deck chair and watch the timeless Nile landscape drift by, while the Orient Dahabiya sails toward Gebel el-Silsila. You step ashore to explore the ancient rock-cut chapels of Seti I, Ramesses II, Merenptah, and Horemheb, alongside the fascinating remnants of the old sandstone quarries that once supplied the stones for Egypt’s greatest monuments.

Over a leisurely lunch on the sundeck, the Orient Dahabiya Cruise glides toward Kom Ombo, where you visit the remarkable double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, one of the Nile's most dramatically positioned and captivating ancient sites. As the afternoon fades, the Orient Dahabiya Nile Cruise moors at the beautiful island of Maniha, a hidden gem where shallow, crystal-clear waters invite a refreshing swim, and the scenery is nothing short of breathtaking. Dinner is served on the banks of the Nile beneath a vast, twinkling night sky, peaceful, unhurried, and utterly magical.

Meals Included:

    • Breakfast

    • Lunch

    • Dinner

Your day on the Orient Dahabiya Cruise begins with a sail to Daraw, where a fascinating walking tour leads you through the town’s vibrant markets; once the legendary last stop on the famous 40-day desert road connecting Sudan and Egypt, yet still alive with color, character, and centuries of trading history.

The Orient Dahabiya then continues its graceful journey to the Nubian village of El Koubania, just outside Aswan, where you moor for your last night on board. Settle in, savor the river one final time, and let the warmth and soul of Nubian life bring your extraordinary Nile journey to a beautifully memories.

Meals Included:

    • Breakfast

    • Lunch

    • Dinner

After a final leisurely breakfast on board, the time comes to bid a warm farewell to the Wonderful crew of the Orient Dahabiya as you disembark in Aswan, carrying with you a lifetime of unforgettable memories from one of the most intimate and extraordinary ways to experience the Nile. Your transfer to Aswan Airport or Aswan Railway, as this remarkable journey gently comes to a close.

Meals Included:

    • Breakfast