Iris Dahabiya

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Overview

Step aboard the Iris Dahabiya, a handcrafted sailing vessel that blends classic charm with refined comfort. Named after the ancient Egyptian goddess Iris, this elegant dahabiya offers a tranquil and exclusive way to explore the Nile. As the sails catch the soft breeze, you’ll drift past Egypt’s legendary temples and timeless scenery, experiencing the river as travelers once did—peacefully and up close. With its limited number of cabins, attentive crew, and graceful design, the Iris Dahabiya promises a journey that is both luxurious and deeply personal.

Included

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

Excluded

Optional excursions
Personal expenses
Tipping

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Day 1: Embarkation in Luxor & East Bank Tour

Board the Iris Dahabiya in Luxor and settle into your elegant cabin with panoramic views of the Nile. After lunch prepared by the onboard chef, begin your exploration of Luxor’s East Bank. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple, a vast complex of sanctuaries, pylons, and sacred lakes, followed by the impressive Luxor Temple, connected to Karnak by the ancient Avenue of Sphinxes. Return to the dahabiya for dinner and overnight in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board the Iris Dahabiya in Luxor
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Day 2: Luxor West Bank – Sail to Edfu

After breakfast, cross to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, home to the tombs of Egypt’s pharaohs. Continue to the Temple of Hatshepsut, a masterpiece of ancient architecture, and stop at the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the dahabiya for lunch as it sails through the Esna Lock toward Edfu. Dinner and overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board the Iris Dahabiya
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Day 3: Edfu and Kom Ombo Temples

Begin the day with a visit to the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most complete temples in Egypt. Return to the dahabiya and enjoy lunch as you sail toward Kom Ombo. Upon arrival, explore the twin temple dedicated to Sobek and Horus, then visit the Crocodile Museum to see mummified crocodiles and ancient artifacts. Continue sailing toward Aswan while enjoying dinner on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board the Iris Dahabiya
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Day 4: Discovering Aswan – Nubian Charm

After breakfast, begin your Aswan sightseeing with a visit to the impressive High Dam, followed by the enchanting Temple of Philae, one of Egypt’s most beautiful monuments. Return to the dahabiya for your final dinner on board, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the Nile.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Overnight: On board the Iris Dahabiya in Aswan
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Day 5: Disembarkation in Aswan

After breakfast, bid farewell to the Iris Dahabiya as you disembark in Aswan. Optional excursions, such as a visit to the Abu Simbel Temples, can be arranged upon request.

Meals: Breakfast

Overnight: Disembarkation