Cairo with Dahabiya tour

After indulging in a tasty and nutritious Egyptian breakfast at Zeeyara, a charming restaurant in Cairo known for serving traditional Egyptian dishes with a gourmet twist, located on the rooftop of Hotel Le Riad de Charme, your private tour guide will escort you to the Giza Plateau to begin your exploration of the Great Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You can choose to wander around the plateau or ride a camel to see the iconic Sphinx and Valley Temple. Following your visit to the pyramids, you will enjoy lunch at an authentic Egyptian eatery before heading to the Sakkara district to explore the Sakkara Complex and the Djoser Pyramid, the oldest pyramid ever constructed.

Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Visits: Great Pyramids of Giza, Sphinx, Valley Temple, Sakkara, Djoser Pyramid.

Indulge in another tasty Egyptian breakfast at Zeeyara restaurant located on the rooftop of your hotel. Your first activity in Cairo will be exploring the Egyptian Museum, located in the center of historic Downtown Cairo with a view of Tahrir Square. After marveling at the incredible ancient Egyptian artifacts, you will enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant popular among locals. Following lunch, you will be taken to Khan El Khalili, the oldest bazaar in Cairo, if time allows

Overnight in Cairo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Visits: Egyptian Museum, Islamic Cairo, Khan El Khalili.

Today, you will depart from Cairo and travel to the beautiful city of Luxor. Your tour manager will meet you at your hotel in the morning and take you to Cairo International Airport for your flight to Luxor. Once you arrive in Luxor, you will be greeted and taken in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to your first destination in Upper Egypt, which is a visit to the well-known Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings – a famous collection of elaborate tombs belonging to Pharaonic royalty.

After your visit, you will travel to the West Bank to board the Nuun and Nuut Dahabiyas, which are two of Ashranda's most luxurious sailing boats that provide a high level of privacy, before noon. You will begin your journey along the Nile, sailing gently towards Esna while enjoying a freshly prepared lunch on board. As you continue sailing, you will have dinner surrounded by the peaceful waters of the Nile River

Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Karnak Temple, Valley of the Kings.

Start your day by passing through the Esna Lock in the morning, accompanied by a delicious breakfast on your Dahabiya as you take in the stunning scenery. Your initial destination will be El Kab village, where you will have the opportunity to explore El Kab Temple. Uncover the enchanting charm of the ancient temples, walls, and tombs dating back to the New Kingdom era. After your visit to the temple, stroll through the village and admire its quaint mud-brick houses.
Embark on another sailing journey, this time heading towards Edfu. Indulge in a delicious lunch on board as you sail. Upon reaching Edfu, explore the well-preserved Edfu Temple dedicated to the falcon god Horus. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple and witness the simple rural life of the local farmers and fishermen. Return to the boat and continue sailing, admiring the lush landscapes and palm trees along the way. Enjoy a peaceful dinner near Sheikh Rehan Island as the sun sets.

Overnight near Sheikh Rehan Island.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Visits: El Kab Village, El Kab Temple, Edfu, Edfu Temple.

Indulge in another delightful breakfast while on your luxurious dahabiya as you cruise towards today's destination, Gebel Silsela. Upon arriving at the ancient quarries of Silsela, explore the majestic Temple of Hormoheb carved into the rocks, then hike up Silsela Mountain for a stunning view. Return to your dahabiya for a peaceful journey to Fawaza Island during lunchtime. Relax with some tea on the sun deck and admire the breathtaking sunset before a delicious dinner on board. End the day with a BBQ dinner on Al Bashir Island, near Kom Ombo

Overnight Al Bashir Island.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Visits: Gebel Silsela.

Experience a delicious breakfast while cruising to Kom Ombo. Wander through the town and mingle with the locals before reaching the unique Kom Ombo temple, featuring twin entrances, hypostyle halls, and sanctuaries dedicated to Haroeris (Horus the Elder) and Sobek (Crocodile God). This one-of-a-kind temple is the only double temple in Egypt. After exploring, return to the dahabiya for a scenic sail to Aswan, where you can savor a tasty lunch and dinner on board.

Overnight on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Visits: Kom Ombo, Kom Ombo Temple.

Today is the final day of your amazing journey on the Nile. Enjoy one last delicious breakfast on the boat before disembarking and being transferred to Aswan Airport for your flight home via Cairo International Airport

Meals: Breakfast