eXPLORE THE MAGICAL JOURNEY
8-day itinerary
Enjoy a seamless experience with all-inclusive service – from private transfers and guided visits with entry tickets to luxury accommodation and dining aboard our dahabiya.
DAY 1
Arrival and transfer, check into Dahabiya. East Bank tour: Karnak and Luxor temples
DAY 2
Visiting West Bank – Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple and Colossi of Memnon
DAY 3
Day trip: Driving to Dendera and Abydos temples
DAY 4
Set to sail to Esna, visiting Esna temple and then sailing to Edfu
DAY 5
Visiting Esna temple then sailing to Kom Ombo
DAY 6
Visiting Kom Ombo temple and sailing to Aswan
DAY 7
Visiting Philae Island and Isis temple in Aswan
DAY 8
Aswan city tour and transfer to departure
Dendera
The Temple of Dendera, dedicated to the goddess Hathor, is one of Egypt’s best-preserved and most enchanting temples. Its beautifully detailed astronomical ceiling and vivid carvings reveal the artistry and spirituality of ancient Egypt. Visiting Dendera offers a rare glimpse into a sacred world of music, love, and celebration that once flourished along the Nile.
Luxor temple
Majestic by day and magical by night, the Temple of Luxor stands at the heart of the ancient city of Thebes. Built by Pharaoh Amenhotep III and later expanded by Ramses II, it was dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Illuminated by golden lights after sunset, Luxor Temple captures the timeless beauty and power of Egypt’s living history.
Esna
The Temple of Esna, dedicated to the ram-headed god Khnum, is a hidden gem along the Nile. Nestled in the heart of Esna town, this beautifully preserved temple reveals stunning columns adorned with intricate carvings and hieroglyphs that have retained their color for centuries. Visiting Esna offers a quieter, more intimate glimpse into Egypt’s ancient rituals of creation and renewal – a perfect stop on your dahabiya cruise between Luxor and Aswan.
Philae Island
Set on a tranquil island near Aswan, the Temple of Isis at Philae is a jewel of the Nile. Dedicated to the beloved goddess of magic and motherhood, it radiates grace and serenity. Surrounded by shimmering waters, this sacred sanctuary invites you to step back in time and feel the spiritual heart of ancient Egypt.