6 Days Nile Cruise with Merit Dahabeya

6 Days Nile Cruise with Merit Dahabeya

Tour Details

Duration

Duration

6 Days
pickup

Pickup & drop off

Luxor Airport
location

Location

Luxor, Aswan
Duration

Availability

Every Saturday
tour type

Tour Type

Private
guide

Guide

En, Fr, De, It, Es, Ru, Nl

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 6 Days Nile Cruise with Merit Dahabeya, where the magic of ancient Egypt comes to life. Your journey begins in Luxor, the city of temples and monuments. Marvel at the grandeur of the Karnak Temple, with its towering columns and intricate hieroglyphics. A Luxury Nile Cruise gently down the Nile on the luxurious dahabiya, a traditional sailboat that combines comfort with authentic charm. As you sail towards Edfu, visit the iconic Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the gods Sobek and Horus. Immerse yourself in the local culture, interacting with friendly villagers along the way.


Tour Highlights

Luxor

Karnak Temples

Luxor Temple

Valley of the Kings

Hatshepsut Temple

Aswan

Philae Temple

Abu Simbel Temples

Edfu Temple

Kom Ombo Temple


Tour Inclusion:

5 Nights Nile cruise with full board.

Private Egyptologist tour guide.

All transfers in air-conditioned vehicles.

All entrance fees to the mentioned attractions.

All service charges and taxes.

Tour Exclusion:

The flight costs (We are happy to book the flights for you).

Entry visa.

Sightseeing not included in the program.

Excursion to Abu Simbel (optionally bookable).

Tipping.


Tour Itinerary

Upon your arrival at Luxor Airport, our guide, a qualified private Egyptologist, will warmly welcome you. You’ll be escorted to the Merit Dahabeya, where you’ll board and settle in.

Note:

A qualified Egyptologist, your tour guide, will be with you on board and lead the sightseeing tours during your Nile cruise in Egypt.

After lunch on board, you’ll visit one of Luxor’s highlights with your guide:

Karnak Temple

Karnak Temple

The Karnak Temple is the most massive Temple ever established by Man. This truly unique Site covers 247 acres of land and consists of three main buildings. Its uniqueness isn’t only due to its vast size but also because its exhibits are unique drawings and decorations all over its Walls. Because of being the largest Religious Site, the Karnak Temple was mainly constructed for the worshipping of Amun, Khonsu, and Mut.

Afterward, visit another immortal structure in Luxor:

Luxor Temple

Luxor Temple

In the heart of Luxor, you will find the Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III and Ramses II.. Even Alexander the Great built a chapel for the ancient Egyptian gods. In ancient times, the Egyptians celebrated the most important festival in Thebes, the Opet Festival, at the Luxor Temple. In 1989, archaeologists accidentally discovered an underground chamber with well-preserved statues, now exhibited in the Luxor Museum. At the Luxor Temple, you can see a section of the Sphinx Alley that once connected the Luxor Temple with the Karnak Temple.

After the extensive visit, you will be taken back to the Dahabyea.

After a leisurely breakfast on board, you will travel with your guide to Thebes-West. The first highlight of the day awaits you:

Valley of the Kings

Valley of the Kings

The Valley of the Kings is a portal to paradise and was used by the greatest Kings and Queens of Egypt’s new Kingdom between 1570 and 1070 BC. The Valley of the Kings holds the resting place of some of the most important Pharaohs such as Ramses II, Hatshepsut, Amenhotep I, and Tutankhamun. As well it contains 63 Tombs filled with amazing statues, artifacts, treasures, and remarkable decorations. In 1979 the Valley of the Kings became a World Heritage site by UNESCO.

Leaving this unique valley and its magical atmosphere, you’ll head to another enchanting location:

Hatshepsut Temple

Hatshepsut Temple

Queen Hatshepsut is renowned as one of the most successful Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt and the only female ruler in the history of Egypt. Queen Hatshepsut’s reign was peaceful and prosperous therefore, as a result, she earned a wide variety of achievements and one of them was her own Mortuary Temple which commemorates all her great works on its walls.

Your wonderful Trip includes a special Boat Trip on the Nile River, so you will sail to a pretty island to have a delicious Lunch before heading to check out the astonishing:

Colossi of Memnon

Colossi of Memnon

Afterwards, you’ll be escorted back to your ship. Following lunch on board, the ship sets sail towards Edfu through the Esna Lock. The afternoon is free for relaxation on the sundeck, allowing you to absorb the typical Egyptian Nile landscape.

Afterward, you will be escorted back to your Dahabeya. Following lunch on board, the ship sets sail towards Edfu through the Esna Lock.

Tip of the Day: Today, you have the option to experience a hot air balloon ride at sunrise over Thebes West for a unique view of Luxor’s ancient treasures. (optional).

On this day, you will begin your morning by enjoying your breakfast then you go by horse and carriage to the Temples of Kom Ombo and Edfu where you will meet your Egyptologist Tour Guide:

Edfu Temple

Edfu Temple

A majestic Temple dedicated to the Horus Edfu Temple is considered by most to be the best-preserved cult Temple in Egypt. According to the Egyptian myths, the Temple was believed to be the place where Horus the falcon-headed God revenged the murder of Osiris his Father by killing Seth.

Continue the journey to El Ramady Island, where the Dahabeya docks for dinner and overnight stay.

Enjoy breakfast while sailing along the Nile to Kom Ombo. In the afternoon, explore:

Kom Ombo Temple

Kom Ombo Temple

The Temple of Kom Ombo is a unique ancient site that stands on a hill overlooking the Nile river. Unlike other temples, it has two entrances and two sets of halls, courts, and sanctuaries. This is because it was dedicated to two gods: Horus, the falcon-headed god of the sky, and Sobek, the crocodile-headed god of fertility and creation. The temple also reflects the importance of sugar cane cultivation in the region, as it contains a well-preserved Nilometer that was used to measure the water level and predict the harvest.

After the temple visit, sail to Sheikh Fadel Island.

As you savor a delicious breakfast on your Nile Cruise, you will have the opportunity to explore the amazing sights of Aswan with your expert Egyptologist Tour Guide. You will discover the rich history and culture of this ancient city, as you visit some of its most famous attractions, such as:

Philae Temple

Philae Temple

One of the most remarkable Temples in Egypt is the Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis. It was built during the Ptolemaic Period and became a center of her cult. The Temple was relocated to Agilika Island after the construction of the Aswan Dam to save it from flooding.

Next, visit the imposing High Dam, which impounds the Nile to Lake Nasser, with both positive and negative effects.

The High Dam

The High Dam

Aswan High Dam is a captivating engineering feat that is listed as the most remarkable project that belongs to the ruling period of President Gamal Abdul Nasser. The project started in 1960 to cover around 12,500 feet and was completed by 1971 to be responsible for almost half of the electricity generation in the country.

Back to the Dahabeya Nile cruise and overnight onboard.

If you are looking for an unforgettable experience, you might want to consider joining us for a private excursion to Abu Simbel today. This is a rare opportunity to visit one of the most impressive ancient monuments in Egypt:

Abu Simbel Temples

Abu Simbel Temples

One of the most impressive monuments in Egypt’s history is Abu Simbel Temple, a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian architecture. The temple was carved out of the mountainside during the reign of Pharaoh Ramses II, and it consists of two twin temples. The main temple was dedicated to the king and the smaller one was built to honor his beloved queen Nefertari.

Join your guide and a private vehicle for an early morning excursion to Abu Simbel. Witness the sunrise on your way there and admire the mirage on your way back from Abu Simbel. This is a unique opportunity to explore the magnificent temples of Ramses II and Nefertari in a professional and comfortable manner.

Afterward, you’ll be transferred to Aswan Airport.


Tour pricing

Summer (June 1st to September 15th)Winter (September 16th till May 31st)
Single Room / Cabinfrom US$ 2125from US$ 2625
Double Room / Cabinfrom US$ 1175from US$ 1550
5* Deluxe


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