Queen Nefer Dahabiya

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Overview

Step aboard the refined Queen Nefer Dahabiya, a beautifully crafted sailing vessel that brings back the golden age of Nile travel. This intimate cruise offers a slower, more personal way to explore Egypt’s ancient wonders, far from the bustle of large ships. With only a handful of spacious cabins, generous deck areas, and a dedicated crew, guests enjoy exceptional comfort and privacy. Whether admiring the timeless riverbanks, dining under the stars, or visiting temples accessible only to smaller boats, this dahabiya promises a perfect blend of culture, tranquility, and luxury along the Nile.

Included

Meet and assist upon arrival at the airport or railway station
Accommodation on board the Queen Nefer Dahabiya on a full-board basis
Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
All sightseeing tours conducted privately with a guide
Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
Bottled water during excursions
All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
All service charges and taxes

Excluded

Optional excursions
Personal expenses
Tipping

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Day 1: Welcome Aboard in Aswan – Kom Ombo – Gebel El Silsila

Your journey begins with a morning pickup from your chosen location in Aswan. After a warm greeting from the crew, board the elegant Queen Nefer Dahabiya and set sail toward a peaceful island for a leisurely countryside walk. Enjoy lunch on the sundeck before visiting the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, with its twin sanctuaries overlooking the Nile. Continue sailing to Gebel El Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarries that once supplied stone for Egypt’s grand temples.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board the dahabiya
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Day 2: Gebel El Silsila – Temple of Horus at Edfu – El Fawaz Island

After breakfast, explore the rock-cut shrines and temple remains at Gebel El Silsila, including monuments built by Seti I and Ramesses II. As the dahabiya sails north, enjoy the serene views of daily life along the riverbanks. Arrive in Edfu to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved temples, adorned with sacred inscriptions. In the evening, sail to El Fawaz Island, where dinner is served around a campfire beneath the starlit sky.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board the dahabiya
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Day 3: El Kab – Sail to Esna

Begin the day sailing to El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb, once the capital of Upper Egypt. Explore its cliffside tombs and temple ruins before returning to the dahabiya. Continue your tranquil voyage toward Esna, passing palm groves and quiet riverside villages. Enjoy your final evening on board with a relaxing dinner and the gentle rhythm of the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board the dahabiya
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Day 4: Disembarkation in Esna – Transfer to Luxor

After breakfast, your cruise concludes in Esna. A private transfer will take you to Luxor, approximately one hour away. Depart with cherished memories of your intimate and luxurious Nile sailing experience.

Meals: Breakfast

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