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Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Aswan · Luxor

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Overview About Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise

The Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise is a remarkable choice for travelers who want to sail between Luxor and Aswan in intimate, timeless style, gliding past ancient temples that larger ships simply miss. With 9 elegantly furnished en-suite cabins, including 6 spacious suites with private terraces, the Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise hosts just 30 guests, offering personalized service, tranquil sailing, and unforgettable views of the Nile's most secluded treasures.

Inclusions et exclusions

  • Personal welcome – Meet-and-assist service on arrival and departure
  • Comfortable stay – 3, 4, or 7 nights onboard with full-board meals
  • Guided tours – All excursions as per the itinerary, including Gebel El Silsila and the Unfinished Obelisk
  • Entry covered – Entrance fees to all listed sites
  • Expert guide – Licensed Egyptologist during all excursions
  • Private transfers – Air-conditioned vehicles throughout
  • Tea and coffee – Complimentary during meals onboard
  • No hidden fees – All service charges and taxes already covered
  • Tips for the guide, driver, and crew
  • Drinks beyond the tea and coffee served with meals
  • Optional tours such as Abu Simbel, the hot air balloon, or the Sound & Light Show
  • Personal extras like laundry, phone calls, or souvenirs
  • Any services not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Domestic flights between Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan
  • Egypt entry visa fees and travel insurance

Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 – Luxor Sightseeing & Embarkation in Esna

  • Early morning pickup from Luxor (airport, hotel, or train station)

  • Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt

  • Cross the Nile to the West Bank

  • Visit the Valley of the Kings (3 tombs included)

  • Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari

  • See the Colossi of Memnon

  • Drive to Esna to board the Gardenia Dahabiya

  • Sail to El Hegz Island, where the boat moors for the night

  • Dinner on the sundeck or by the river

  • Meals: Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: El Hegz Island

Day 2 – Edfu Temple & Sail to Ramadi Island

  • Breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu

  • Arrive around noon

  • Horse and carriage ride to Edfu Temple, one of Egypt's most intact monuments

  • Lunch on board while sailing past sugar cane fields and palm trees

  • Shortly before sunset, anchor near Ramadi Island

  • Dinner in atmospheric surroundings

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Ramadi Island

Day 3 – Gebel El Silsila & Kom Ombo

  • Early morning sail to Gebel El Silsila

  • Breakfast on board

  • Shore excursion to the ancient Pharaonic quarries

  • Visit the rock-cut Temple of Horemheb

  • Enjoy panoramic views from the top of the mountain

  • Sail to Kom Ombo

  • Stay at the edge of Al Bashir Island for dinner and overnight

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Al Bashir Island (Kom Ombo)

Day 4 – Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Aswan

  • Breakfast on board

  • Visit Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris

  • Explore the only double temple in Egypt with symmetric entrances and sanctuaries

  • Lunch on board

  • Sail to Aswan

  • Rest of the day dedicated to sailing toward Aswan's west bank

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Aswan

Day 5 – Aswan Excursions & Departure

  • Disembarkation after breakfast

  • Visit the Unfinished Obelisk

  • Visit the Aswan High Dam

  • Visit Philae Temple Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis

  • Transfer to your next destination in Aswan (hotel, airport, or train station)

  • Meals: Breakfast

Day 1 – Aswan Sightseeing & Embarkation

  • Pickup from Aswan (airport, hotel, or train station)

  • Visit the Aswan High Dam, built to control the Nile

  • Motorboat ride to Philae Temple Island, dedicated to the goddess Isis

  • Transfer to embark the Gardenia Dahabiya

  • Lunch on board

  • Free afternoon at leisure

  • Meals: Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Aswan

Day 2 – Kom Ombo Temple (Optional Abu Simbel)

  • Free morning in Aswan or optional trip to Abu Simbel Temple by car

  • Lunch on board

  • Set sail along the Nile

  • Visit Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris

  • Dinner and overnight on board

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: On board (sailing toward Edfu)

Day 3 – Edfu Temple & Sail to Esna

  • Breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu

  • Horse and carriage ride to Edfu Temple, one of Egypt's largest and most intact monuments

  • Lunch onboard

  • Set sail on an unforgettable journey on the Nile

  • The Dahabiya moors for the night

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Esna

Day 4 – Luxor Excursions & Departure

  • Disembarkation after breakfast

  • Transfer to Luxor's West Bank (approximately 1 hour drive)

  • Visit the Valley of the Kings (3 tombs included)

  • Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

  • See the Colossi of Memnon

  • Lunch at a local restaurant

  • Visit Karnak Temple Complex

  • Transfer to Luxor (hotel, airport, or train station)

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch

Day 1 – Luxor Sightseeing & Embarkation in Esna

  • Early morning pickup from Luxor (airport, hotel, or train station)

  • Visit Karnak Temple, the largest religious complex in ancient Egypt

  • Cross the Nile to the West Bank

  • Visit the Valley of the Kings (3 tombs included)

  • Visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon

  • Drive to Esna to board the Gardenia Dahabiya

  • Sail to El Hegz Island for overnight stay

  • Dinner on the sundeck or by the river

  • Meals: Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: El Hegz Island

Day 2 – Edfu Temple & Sail to Ramadi Island

  • Breakfast on board while sailing to Edfu

  • Arrive around noon

  • Horse and carriage ride to Edfu Temple

  • Lunch on board while sailing past sugar cane fields and palm trees

  • Anchor near Ramadi Island before sunset

  • Dinner in atmospheric surroundings

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Ramadi Island

Day 3 – Gebel El Silsila & Kom Ombo

  • Early morning sail to Gebel El Silsila

  • Breakfast on board

  • Shore excursion to the ancient Pharaonic quarries and the rock-cut Temple of Horemheb

  • Enjoy panoramic views from the mountaintop

  • Sail to Kom Ombo

  • Stay at Al Bashir Island for dinner and overnight

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Al Bashir Island (Kom Ombo)

Day 4 – Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Aswan

  • Breakfast on board

  • Visit Kom Ombo Temple, the only double temple in Egypt

  • Lunch on board

  • Sail to Aswan

  • Rest of the day dedicated to sailing toward Aswan's west bank

  • Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

  • Overnight: Aswan

Day 5 – Aswan Sightseeing

  • Disembarkation after breakfast

  • Visit the Unfinished Obelisk

  • Visit the Aswan High Dam

  • Visit Philae Temple Island

  • Free afternoon at leisure in Aswan

  • Return to the Dahabiya for dinner and overnight

  • 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 (hotel, airport, or train station)

  • Meals: Breakfast

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Good to Know Before Travel

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: $15-$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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Frequently asked questions About Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise — Gardenia Dahabiya Nile Cruise

There's a main restaurant serving international cuisine, plus several bars on the lounge and sun deck for drinks.

You'll enjoy a mix of local Egyptian specialties and international dishes.

Yes – halal, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options are all available.

The full-board plan includes four meals: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.

Yes, you can enjoy both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages at the lounge bar and sun deck bar.

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