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The Karnak Dahabiya is a remarkable choice for travelers who want to sail the Nile in an intimate, unhurried style, gliding between Luxor and Aswan aboard an elegant 45-metre vessel built in 2022. With its 9 cabins, including 2 spacious suites with panoramic views, the Karnak hosts just 18 guests across a single deck, giving you a rare sense of privacy on the river. A sun deck with a jacuzzi, open-air lounge, and candlelit dinners under the stars make every evening feel like your own private Nile.
Day 1 – Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple & Embarkation
Meet-and-assist at Aswan Airport, train station, or hotel
Visit the Aswan High Dam, built to control the Nile
Motorboat ride to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis
Transfer to embark the Karnak Dahabiya Nile Cruise in Aswan
Lunch on board
Dinner and overnight on the dahabiya
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Day 2 – Kom Ombo Temple & Gebel El Silsila
Breakfast on board
Sail to Kom Ombo
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris
Return to the dahabiya for lunch
Sail to Gebel El Silsila
Visit the ancient sandstone quarries and the rock-cut Temple of Horemheb
Dinner on board
Overnight on the dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: On board
Day 3 – Fawza Island, Edfu Temple & El Hegz
Breakfast on board
Sail to Fawza Island
Lunch on board
Sail to Edfu
Horse and carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt
Continue sailing to El Hegz Island
Dinner on board
Overnight on the dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Hegz Island
Day 4 – Esna Temple, Luxor East Bank & Departure
Breakfast on board
Disembark and sail to Esna
Visit the Temple of Esna, dedicated to the god Khnum
Transfer to Luxor
Lunch at a local restaurant
Visit the East Bank: Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, connected by the Avenue of Sphinxes
Transfer to Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch
Day 1 – Embarkation in Esna & Sail to El Hegz
Meet-and-assist at Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Transfer to Esna to board the Karnak Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Lunch on board as the dahabiya sets sail
Sail past riverbank villages and palm groves
Dinner on board
Overnight beside El Hegz Island
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Hegz Island
Day 2 – El Kab Tombs & Edfu Temple
Breakfast on board while sailing to El Kab
Visit the rock-cut tombs of El Kab, carved into the hillside
Sail to Edfu
Horse and carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
Explore the story of Horus defeating Set, carved into the temple walls
Dinner on board
Overnight near El Fawaza Island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Fawaza Island
Day 3 – Gebel El Silsila Quarries
Breakfast on board
Sail to Gebel El Silsila
Visit the ancient sandstone quarries, the source of stone for Egypt's greatest temples
See the rock-cut Temple of Horemheb
Lunch on board
Sail to Fares village
Dinner on board
Overnight near Fares
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Fares
Day 4 – Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Aswan
Breakfast on board
Sail to Kom Ombo
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the rare double temple dedicated to two gods
Explore the Crocodile Mummies Museum beside the temple
Lunch on board
Sail toward Aswan
Dinner on board
Overnight on the dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: On board (sailing toward Aswan)
Day 5 – Aswan Sightseeing & Departure
Breakfast on board
Disembark in Aswan
Visit the Aswan High Dam and the Unfinished Obelisk
Motorboat ride to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis
Transfer to Aswan Airport, train station, or hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 1 – Luxor East Bank & Embarkation in Esna
Meet-and-assist at Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Visit Karnak Temple Complex, home to the monumental Hypostyle Hall
Visit Luxor Temple, linked to Karnak by the Avenue of Sphinxes
Lunch at a local restaurant
Transfer to Esna to board the Karnak Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Dinner on board
Overnight beside El Hegz Island
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Hegz Island
Day 2 – El Kab Tombs & Edfu Temple
Breakfast on board while sailing to El Kab
Visit the rock-cut tombs of El Kab
Sail to Edfu
Horse and carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
Return to the dahabiya for dinner
Overnight near El Fawaza Island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Fawaza Island
Day 3 – Gebel El Silsila Quarries
Breakfast on board
Sail to Gebel El Silsila
Visit the ancient sandstone quarries and the Temple of Horemheb
Lunch on board
Sail to Fares village
Dinner on board
Overnight near Fares
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Fares
Day 4 – Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Aswan
Breakfast on board
Sail to Kom Ombo
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris
Lunch on board
Sail toward Aswan
Dinner on board
Overnight on the dahabiya
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: On board (sailing toward Aswan)
Day 5 – Aswan High Dam & Philae Temple
Breakfast on board
Arrive in Aswan
Visit the Aswan High Dam
Motorboat ride to the Temple of Philae
Optional afternoon excursion to Abu Simbel Temple (bookable on site)
Dinner on board
Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Day 6 – Sail from Aswan to El Hegz
Relaxed morning on board
Sail north from Aswan
Enjoy the scenery, birdwatching, and riverside life
Lunch on board
Anchor near El Hegz Island for dinner and overnight
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Hegz Island
Day 7 – Sail to Esna & Farewell Dinner
Full day of sailing from El Hegz to Esna
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on board
Relax on the sun deck and enjoy the final views of the Nile
Evening farewell dinner on board
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Esna
Day 8 – Departure
Breakfast on board
Disembarkation in Esna
Transfer to Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 1 – Luxor East Bank & Embarkation in Esna
Meet-and-assist at Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Visit Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple
Lunch at a local restaurant
Transfer to Esna to board the Karnak Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Dinner on board and overnight beside El Hegz Island
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Hegz Island
Day 2 – El Kab Tombs & Edfu Temple
Breakfast on board
Visit the rock-cut tombs of El Kab
Sail to Edfu
Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu
Dinner and overnight near El Fawaza Island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Fawaza Island
Day 3 – Gebel El Silsila Quarries
Breakfast on board
Visit Gebel El Silsila and the Temple of Horemheb
Lunch on board
Sail to Fares village
Dinner and overnight near Fares
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Fares
Day 4 – Kom Ombo Temple
Breakfast on board
Sail to Kom Ombo
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo
Lunch on board
Sail toward Aswan
Dinner and overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: On board
Day 5 – Aswan High Dam & Philae Temple
Breakfast on board
Visit the Aswan High Dam and the Temple of Philae
Optional excursion to Abu Simbel Temple
Dinner and overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Day 6 – Aswan to El Hegz Island
Relaxed morning on board
Sail north from Aswan
Enjoy the scenery and riverside life
Lunch on board
Dinner and overnight near El Hegz Island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Hegz Island
Day 7 – Sail to Esna & Farewell Dinner
Full day of sailing from El Hegz to Esna
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner on board
Relax on the sun deck
Evening farewell dinner on board
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Esna
Day 8 – Departure
Breakfast on board
Disembarkation in Esna
Transfer to Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Meals: Breakfast
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Prices are in US Dollars (USD). You can also pay in Euros, British Pounds, or Egyptian Pounds at the day's exchange rate.
Yes. Christmas, New Year, and Easter can require a larger deposit, usually 50% or more.
25% to 50% of the total cost, depending on cruise category, travel dates, group size, and supplier conditions.
The balance is due as stated on your invoice. Pay before arrival by payment link, card, or bank transfer, or in cash on arrival if approved in advance.
Your booking becomes official after you approve the itinerary and quotation, we receive the deposit, and we send written confirmation.
After that, we secure your hotels, cruise cabins, flights, guides, vehicles, and entry fees.
Written requests only. The date we receive your request is the cancellation date.
Outside peak season:
61+ days before arrival: 15%
60 to 30 days: 25%
29 to 15 days: 50%
14 to 7 days: 75%
7 days or less: 100%
No-show: 100%
During Christmas, New Year, and Easter:
61+ days before arrival: 25%
60 to 31 days: 50%
30 to 15 days: 75%
14 days or less: 100%
Refunds are returned through the original payment method.
Sharing with two full-paying adults:
Under 2: Free
2 to 5.99: 25% of adult price
6 to 11.99: 50% of adult price
12 and above: Full adult price
Tipping is customary but not required.
Tour guide: $30 to $50 per day per group
Driver: $10 to $20 per day per group
Cruise crew: $5 to $10 per person per night
Carry small USD or EGP bills.
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A maximum of 18 guests across 9 cabins. That number keeps the boat quiet, the service personal, and the sun deck uncrowded.
Seven standard cabins at 9.5 square metres with twin or double beds. Two suites at 12.6 square metres with panoramic views. All cabins include air conditioning, private bath with shower, TV, hairdryer, safe, and Wi-Fi.
Light, comfortable clothing works for most of the day. When visiting temples or local villages, cover shoulders and knees. A light layer is useful for cooler evenings on deck.
Yes. Weather, Nile traffic, and navigational conditions can occasionally alter the schedule. The captain always prioritizes your safety and comfort.
Yes. Families and small groups can charter the vessel for a private cruise with full control over the itinerary. Contact us for a tailored quote.
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We work with licensed local teams and carefully chosen Nile vessels — so every detail holds.
From airport welcome to final farewell, our Egyptian partners handle transfers, guides, and timing with quiet precision.
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