Queen Nefer Dahabiya

Overview

Enjoy a Nile cruise on the Queen Nefer Dahabiya, where you'll see the most beautiful views of Aswan and Esna, visit major tourist attractions, and enjoy the beauty of the Nile during your Nile cruises in Egypt.

The Best Tours in Aswan and Esna

  • Esna Temple
  • El Hegz Island
  • Temple of Edfu
  • El Ramady Island
  • Gabal El Silsila
  • Kom Ombo Temple
  • El Hyrdiya Island
  • Besaw Island
  • Temple of Horus

Included

  • Meet & assist by our representative in the airport,station or hotel.
  • All transfers in a private Air-Conditioned vehicle.
  • Accommodation on board the cruise, based on full board basis.
  • All sightseeing program as mentioned in the above itienrary.
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned sites.
  • English guide during tours.
  • All taxes & services charge

Excluded

  • Any optional tours.
  • Tipping & Beverages
  • Extra not mentioned
  • Peak periods & New Year, Easter.
  • Domestic Flights

Itinerary

Day 1: Embarkation in Aswan

  • At 9 AM our representative will greet you at your selected location in Aswan be it your hotel, the train station, or the airport.
  • You will then be transferred to board your luxury Nile Dahabiya.
  • Upon arrival receive a warm welcome from the crew, check in and enjoy a delightful lunch as your tour begins.
  • the boat will sail towards El Hyrdiya Island a tranquil haven ideal for a relaxing walk through the scenic country side.
  • Anchoring here for the night will allow you to enjoy a truly special dinner on the boat.
  • Enjoying cultural sights and calm moments together makes this tour one you will never forget.
  • Meals: included Lunch, Dinner
  • Drinks: included Tea, coffee, water

Day 2: Kom Ombo

  • Begin your day with breakfast while sailing toward the Kom Ombo Temple known for it is rare double design honoring the gods Sobek and Haroeris.
  • Wander through it is twin entrances, ceremonial routes and ancient sanctuaries
  • Depending on your schedule you may also visit Daraw, a nearby village famed for its vibrant camel market, “Souq El Gemal.”
  • Explore the historic trade route once used for camel caravans from Sudan and stroll through it is lively local bazaars.
  • Enjoy lunch aboard the tour continues to ward the ancient sandstone quarries at Gabal el Silsila.
  • When the day finishes, we arrive at Besaw Island, enjoy a BBQ meal and enjoy spending the night in peace.
  • Meals: included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Drinks: included Tea, coffee, water

Day 3: Edfu | Esna

  • Once breakfast is done, go to the sun deck and see the fishermen at work and watch local people go about their lives on the river bank.
  • Arrive in Edfu to explore the magnificent Temple of Horus one of Egypt is best preserved temples with walls inscribed like an ancient library.
  • As the Dahabiya continues toward Esna enjoy a lavish lunch.
  • At the end of the evening you will enjoy a peaceful night resting on a Nile island and celebrate another wonderful moment from your luxurious tour.
  • Meals: included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Drinks: included Tea, coffee, water

Day 4: Disembarkation in Esna

  • On your last morning, bask in one last delicious breakfast prepared on your Dahabiya.
  • Remember the memorable and calm moments from your intimate Nile voyage.
  • At the end, your Dahabiya trip ends with grace and kindness.
  • Meals: included Breakfast
  • Drinks: included Tea, coffee, water

Day 1: Embarkation Esna

  • At 9:00 AM you will be warmly greeted by our Luxor representative at your selected pick-up point—whether hotel, airport, or train station. From there, you will be transferred to our elegant Dahabiya, moored in Esna, almost 50 km south of Luxor.
  • Our expert Egyptologist guide will lead you on a fascinating visit to the Esna Temple, dedicated to Khnum, the guardian deity of the Nile is source.
  • Upon arrival at the Dahabiya you will be welcomed with a traditional drink served by our Attentive staff. After check-in enjoy an enchanting sail toward El Hegz Island, accompanied by a delightful lunch.
  • once ashore immerse yourself in local culture by exploring the village and visiting a local family Later return to the Dahabiya to savor a sumptuous dinner on the sundeck or on the island.
  • Meals: included  Lunch, Dinner
  • Drinks: included Coffee, Tea, Water

Day 2: Edfu

  • start your day with a wonderful meal on the dahabiya as you make your way to Edfu on the bank opposite the Nile
  • Discover the remarkably well preserved Temple of Edfu, dedicated to Horus and marvel at the scenes depicting the world is creation once believed to be entirely submerged underwater.
  • Enjoy a delectable lunch while continuing your tour then dock at El Ramady Island.
  • finish your evening cooking up a barbecue on the deck beneath a starlit sky followed by a serene night on board
  • Meals: included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Drinks: included Coffee, Tea, Water

Day 3: El Silsila

  • start the day with a memorable sunrise meal as your boat heads to Gabal El Silsila
  • Enjoy a true oriental meal as you sail quietly toward the best-known quarries which gave the 18th Dynasty temples and tombs their famous sandstone walls and structures.
  • Enjoy a true oriental meal as you sail quietly toward the best-known quarries which gave the 18th Dynasty temples and tombs their famous sandstone walls and structures.
  • End your day with an overnight stay on charming Maniha Island where history and peace go together Discover a unique trip by mixing discovering culture with gazing at stunning landscapes.
  • Meals: included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Drinks: included Tea, Coffee, Water

Day 4: Kom Ombo

  • Sail to Kom Ombo after morning breakfast on your boat.
  • See the outstanding Kom Ombo Temple which was built for the gods Sobek and Haroeris.
  • Depending on your arrival date you may also visit Daraw a quaint village near Aswan known for it is vibrant camel market, “Souq El Gemal.” learn about the camel trade routes stretching 40 days from Sudan to Egypt and explore the bustling local markets.
  • Meals: included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Drinks: included Tea, Coffee, Water

Day 5: Disembarkation - Aswan

  • After a final breakfast on board your Dahabiya adventure concludes in Aswan.
  • When you get to Aswan, you will be taken to your destination by our driver, who will bring an end to your memorable trip.
  • Meals: included Breakfast
  • Drinks: included Tea, Coffee, Water
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