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The King Akhenaten Nile Dahabiya is a remarkable choice for travelers who want to sail the Nile in an intimate, unhurried style, gliding between Luxor and Aswan aboard a traditional twin-sailed vessel inspired by Egypt's most enigmatic pharaoh. With its 9 Twin Deluxe Cabins, including 2 Panoramic Suites with private terraces, the King Akhenaten Nile Dahabiya hosts just 18 guests, giving you personalized service, a sun deck with a heated jacuzzi, and evenings that feel both timeless and quietly luxurious.
Day 1 – Embarkation in Esna & Sail to El Kab
Meet-and-assist at Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Transfer to Esna to board the King Akhenaten Nile Dahabiya
Welcome drink on board served by the crew
Visit the Temple of Khnum in Esna, dedicated to the guardian of the Nile's source
Lunch on board as the dahabiya sets sail
Sail to El Kab, home to ancient rock-cut tombs of Nekheb
Dinner on the sundeck or on a small island under the stars
Overnight moored beside a Nile island
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: On board (near El Kab)
Day 2 – Edfu Temple & Sail to Wadi El Shat
Breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu
Horse and carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt
Explore the temple's famous scenes depicting the story of creation
Return to the dahabiya for lunch
Sail to Wadi El Shat
Moor on a small island for dinner under the open sky
Overnight moored beside the island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Wadi El Shat
Day 3 – Gebel El Silsila & Kom Ombo Temple
Breakfast on board
Sail to Gebel El Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarry that supplied stone for Egypt's greatest temples
Visit the rock-cut chapels of Ramesses II and Seti I, carved directly into the Nile cliffs
Lunch on board
Sail to Kom Ombo
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the rare double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris
Candlelit barbecue dinner on board or around a campfire on Maniha Island
Overnight at Maniha Island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Maniha Island
Day 4 – Daraw Camel Market & El Koubania Nubian Village
Sail to Daraw in the morning, a small village near Aswan known for its camel market
Visit the Souq El Gemal, the famous camel market where traders bring animals from Sudan
Explore the local markets and learn about the 40-day camel trading route
Lunch on board
Sail to El Koubania, a small Nubian village near Aswan
Dinner served on the sundeck
Overnight moored near El Koubania
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Koubania
Day 5 – Aswan High Dam, Philae Temple & Departure
Breakfast on board
Disembark in Aswan
Visit the Aswan High Dam, one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century
Motorboat ride to the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis
Visit the Unfinished Obelisk, the world's largest monolithic obelisk ever attempted
Transfer to Aswan Airport, train station, or hotel
Meals: Breakfast
Day 1 – Aswan Sightseeing & 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
Visit the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries
Transfer to embark the King Akhenaten Nile Dahabiya
Lunch on board
Free afternoon at leisure in Aswan
Dinner on board and overnight in Aswan
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Day 2 – Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Edfu
Free morning in Aswan or optional excursion to Abu Simbel Temple by car
Lunch on board
Set sail along the Nile
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, the double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris
Explore the Crocodile Mummies Museum beside the temple
Dinner on board
Overnight on board (sailing toward Edfu)
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: On board
Day 3 – Edfu Temple & Sail to Esna
Breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu
Horse and carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
Explore the temple's perfectly preserved walls and sanctuaries
Lunch on board
Sail toward Esna, passing through the historic Esna Lock
Dinner on board
Overnight in Esna
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Esna
Day 4 – Luxor Excursions & Departure
Breakfast on board
Disembarkation in Esna
Transfer to Luxor's West Bank (approximately 1 hour drive)
Visit the Valley of the Kings (entry to 3 tombs included)
Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari
See the Colossi of Memnon
Lunch at a local restaurant
Visit Karnak Temple Complex, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt
Transfer to Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch
Day 1 – Embarkation in Esna & Sail to El Kab
Meet-and-assist at Luxor Airport, train station, or hotel
Transfer to Esna to board the King Akhenaten Nile Dahabiya
Welcome drink on board
Visit the Temple of Khnum in Esna
Lunch on board as the dahabiya sets sail
Sail to El Kab and visit the ancient rock-cut tombs
Dinner on the sundeck or on a small island
Overnight moored beside a Nile island
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: On board (near El Kab)
Day 2 – Edfu Temple & Sail to Wadi El Shat
Breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu
Horse and carriage ride to the Temple of Horus at Edfu
Return to the dahabiya for lunch
Sail to Wadi El Shat
Moor on a small island for dinner under the stars
Overnight moored beside the island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Wadi El Shat
Day 3 – Gebel El Silsila & Kom Ombo Temple
Breakfast on board
Visit Gebel El Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarry
See the rock-cut chapels of Ramesses II and Seti I
Lunch on board
Sail to Kom Ombo
Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo
Candlelit barbecue dinner on board or around a campfire
Overnight at Maniha Island
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Maniha Island
Day 4 – Daraw & El Koubania
Sail to Daraw in the morning
Visit the Souq El Gemal camel market
Explore the local markets
Lunch on board
Sail to El Koubania, a Nubian village near Aswan
Dinner on the sundeck
Overnight near El Koubania
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: El Koubania
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
Visit the Unfinished Obelisk
Optional afternoon excursion to Abu Simbel Temple
Dinner on board
Overnight in Aswan
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Aswan
Day 6 – Sail from Aswan to Ramadi Island
Relaxed morning on board
Sail north from Aswan
Enjoy the scenery, birdwatching, and riverside life
Lunch on board
Anchor near Ramadi Island for dinner and overnight
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Overnight: Ramadi Island
Day 7 – Sail to Esna & Farewell Dinner
Full day of sailing from Ramadi Island 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
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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. A 25% surcharge applies during Christmas, New Year, and Easter due to high demand.
Regular dates: 30% deposit
Peak season (Christmas, New Year, Easter): 50% deposit
The balance is due 15 days before you arrive in Egypt.
We'll email you a confirmation, your final itinerary, a payment receipt, and all travel documents.
30+ days before: Full refund (minus bank fees)
15-29 days before: 25% charge
7-14 days before: 50% charge
Less than 7 days or no-show: 100% charge
Refunds are processed within 14 business days after your cancellation request.
(When sharing with two full-paying adults)
Under 2 years: Free
2-5 years: 25% of adult price
6-11 years: 50% of adult price
12 years and above: Full adult price
Yes, tipping ("baksheesh") is customary but not required. Suggested tips:
Tour guide: 20 per day per group
Driver: 5-10 per day per group
Cruise crew: $10 per person per night
Carry small USD or EGP bills for convenience.
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A maximum of 18 guests across 12 cabins and suites. That number keeps the boat quiet, the service personal, and the sundeck uncrowded.
Nine Twin Deluxe Cabins at 17 square metres with panoramic windows. One Single Deluxe Cabin at 17 square metres. Two Panoramic Suites with private terraces at 21 square metres. All cabins include air conditioning, private bath with shower, hairdryer, minibar, and safety deposit box.
The vessel visits temples and tombs that larger cruise ships cannot reach. These include the rock-cut tombs of El Kab, the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel El-Silsila with chapels carved by Ramesses II and Seti I, and the Nubian village of El Koubania near Aswan.
Full board is included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Tea, coffee, and bottled water are also complimentary throughout the cruise. Alcoholic drinks are charged separately.
Yes. Weather, Nile traffic, and navigational conditions can occasionally alter the schedule. The captain always prioritizes your safety and comfort.
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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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