The Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile cruise offers a refined and immersive journey along the Nile which connects travelers to the enchanting attractions of Luxor and Aswan while they experience private sailing. The luxury dahabiya cruise offers exclusive travel experiences which enable guests to discover local culture while they relax on the river.
You'll discover Egyptian heritage sites which include the Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings royal tombs and the intact temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo. The trip makes spectacular stops which include Philae Temple that stands on a tranquil Nile island and honors the goddess Isis.
Beyond the famous landmarks, the experience is defined by its slower pace and unique access to hidden gems like Gebel El-Silsila and Nile islands which provide guests with an opportunity to experience Egypt's natural beauty and everlasting scenic views.
The Princess Farida Dahabiya offers a Nile cruise experience which combines high-end guest rooms with tailored assistance and a peaceful sailing experience, creating a special journey which makes every moment count after visiting various locations.
Your journey begins in Aswan, where you are welcomed and transferred to start your luxury dahabiya experience.
Visit the Aswan High Dam before tourists take a boat trip to Philae Temple which stands on a Nile island dedicated to the goddess Isis.
The Princess Farida Dahabiya takes us to Kom Ombo after we board the ship. The passengers will visit the special double temple which honors Sobek and Horus before they spend their time on the ship for a peaceful night.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Sail to Gebel el-Silsila, one of the Nile’s most fascinating hidden archaeological sites. Discover ancient quarries and rock-cut chapels and cliffside shrines which provided stone materials to build Egypt's most impressive temples.
The journey proceeds to Edfu where a horse-drawn carriage takes you to the Temple of Horus which stands as one of Egypt's most intact ancient temples.
Return to your dahabiya and enjoy a peaceful evening sailing along the Nile.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Arrive in Luxor, the ancient city of Thebes and now functions as one of the world's largest open-air museums.
Begin your visit at Luxor Temple before proceeding to Karnak Temple which holds the title of the largest religious complex in history with its renowned Hypostyle Hall that contains its massive columns.
You will spend your last night on the Nile at the dahabiya.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Explore the West Bank of Luxor to find its hidden treasures which include the Valley of the Kings. This site served as the burial place for pharaohs who rested in their elaborately decorated tombs.
Your tour includes a visit to the beautiful Temple of Hatshepsut and a stop at the famous Colossi of Memnon.
After your tour, The Nile cruise experience concludes and travel to the airport or railway station.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
Your luxury Nile cruise experience begins when you arrive at Luxor and board the elegant Princess Farida Dahabiya and sitting down to a leisurely first lunch on board.
The East Bank starts with the magnificent Karnak Temple which is the largest religious complex ever built and continues to the iconic Luxor Temple that is linked to the historic Avenue of Sphinxes.
Return to the dahabiya for dinner as the lights of Luxor reflect on the Nile. Overnight in Luxor.
Meals Included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
After breakfast, Explore Luxor's West Bank which contains the famous Valley of the Kings that holds the ancient royal tombs of pharaohs.
The Temple of Hatshepsut presents its breathtaking beauty while visitors can proceed to see the famous Colossi of Memnon.
Return to the dahabiya and begin sailing toward Edfu, enjoying delicious dinner with tranquil scenery of the Nile.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
After breakfast, visit Edfu and explore the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
Continue sailing to Kom Ombo, home to the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, overlooking the Nile.
Return to the Princess Farida Dahabiya cruise for a satisfying dinner as sails peacefully onward toward Aswan. Overnight in Aswan.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
The morning begins with breakfast before the golden sunlight begins to shine on the Nile River where it creates a perfect atmosphere for exploration throughout the entire day.
A scenic motorboat ride takes you to Agilkia Island, which contains the beautiful Philae Temple that stands dedicated to the goddess Isis. The sacred site needed to undergo relocation because of Aswan High Dam construction which required protection from increasing water levels. The site features beautiful colonnades which display detailed carvings and sacred inscriptions that show ancient Egyptian myths according to their original form.
The Princess Farida Dahabiya provides an onboard lunch experience which allows you to enjoy a peaceful dining experience. The afternoon is yours to unwind as you sail gently along the Nile while you experience the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful scenic views.
The final dinner celebration on the Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise takes place in the evening.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
After we finish our last breakfast on the Princess Farida Dahabiya, passengers will disembark from the ship. Our team will provide you with full assistance to Aswan Airport and Aswan railway station for your journey which will continue with the same warmth and service standards that began your trip.
Meals Included:
• Breakfast
3 Twin Beds Luxury Suites (22 sqm)
3 King Size Beds Luxury Suites (22 sqm)
2 Royal Suites with King Size Beds (35 sqm)
Private air conditioning
Panoramic windows
Satellite and smart TV
Safe box and life jacket
Open-air Gym
outdoor lounges
Open-air sun deck with shaded seating
Water purification system
24-hour electric power supply
Wi-Fi
Emergency handling and fire alarm system
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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 Princess Farida Dahabiya, our rates remain fixed and may not change.
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.
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.
Please note that the Princess Farida 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.
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.