Trip highlights
- • All major credit cards accepted on board
- • Laundry & housekeeping services
- • Accompanying motorboat for towing when needed
- • Spacious sundeck
- • Oriental-style seating lounge
- • Water filtration system
- • Private bathrooms with shower & small tub
- • Private balcony + dual side windows
- • Swimming pool
- • Air-conditioning
Overview
Discover the true essence of slow, luxurious travel aboard the Abundance Dahabiya, where exclusivity meets authenticity on Egypt’s most enchanting waterway.
Inspired by the golden age of Nile exploration—when aristocratic travelers and European elites sailed these elegant, wind-powered vessels—this intimate cruise invites you to relive the romance of a bygone era in unmatched comfort.
Glide peacefully along the Nile, far from crowded cruise ships, and uncover hidden temples, quiet islands, ancient quarries, and charming rural villages rarely visited by traditional cruises. Every stop feels private, every moment unhurried, and every view a masterpiece.
From gourmet meals and thoughtfully curated excursions to serene evenings under the stars, your Dahabiya experience delivers a harmonious blend of luxury, tranquility, and cultural immersion. Abundance Dahabiya isn’t simply a cruise—it is a journey into the soul of the Nile.
Itinerary
3 Nights – Aswan to Esna
Day 01Arrival in Aswan & City Tour
Arrive in Aswan by airport or train and meet your Tour Director for a warm welcome. Begin your adventure with a guided exploration of Aswan’s highlights, including the iconic Philae Temple, the engineering marvel of the High Dam, and a stroll through the colorful Aswan Bazaar.
Board your elegant Dahabiya and enjoy lunch as you begin sailing north toward Kom Ombo.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 02Kom Ombo Temple & Jabal El-Silsila
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before visiting the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Haroeris and Sobek. Wander through its double halls, carved sanctuaries, and atmospheric courtyards.
Continue sailing to Jabal El-Silsila, a serene archaeological site known for its ancient quarries and rock-cut shrines.
As the sun sets, enjoy a magical dinner arranged either on the upper deck or beside the illuminated rock temples—an unforgettable moment enhanced with curated music.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 03Edfu Temple & Nile Island Dinner
Begin with breakfast before riding a horse-drawn carriage to the Temple of Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and dedicated to the falcon god Horus.
After exploring the temple, stroll through Edfu’s lively market to shop for spices, crafts, and souvenirs.
Sail toward a quiet island and enjoy a festive evening featuring traditional Egyptian food, music, and—weather permitting—an enchanting open-air dinner on the riverbank.
Overnight near Esna.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04Luxor Tour & Departure
After breakfast, disembark in Esna and travel by private vehicle to Luxor. Explore iconic landmarks including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and Karnak Temple.
Enjoy lunch during your Luxor visit before your transfer to the airport or train station.
Meals: Breakfast
4 Nights – Esna to Aswan
Day 01Arrival in Luxor & West/East Bank Tour
Arrive in Luxor and meet your tour manager. Begin a guided tour through the city’s most important sites: the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, Colossi of Memnon, and the vast Karnak Temple complex.
After sightseeing, transfer to Esna to board your Dahabiya. Spend your first night sailing gently along the Nile.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 02Edfu Temple & Silsila Evening
Begin your day with breakfast while sailing toward Edfu.
Arrive by midday and take a carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, admired for its towering pylons and monumental granite statues.
After lunch onboard, sail toward the peaceful Silsila Hormoheb Temple. As evening falls, enjoy a beautifully arranged dinner by the temple, on a tranquil island, or atop the Dahabiya’s sundeck—each setting accompanied by curated ambiance.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 03Kom Ombo Temple & Scenic Nile Sailing
Wake at your leisure and enjoy breakfast before sailing toward Kom Ombo. Explore the temple’s unique double layout honoring Sobek and Haroeris.
Continue sailing toward Aswan, watching rural life unfold along the Nile: grazing buffalo, farmers’ fields, and palm-fringed riverbanks.
Spend a peaceful night near Aswan’s entry gates.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04Aswan Highlights
After breakfast, disembark for a full Aswan city tour. Visit the High Dam, explore the exquisite Temple of Philae, and wander the lively bazaar filled with Nubian handicrafts.
Return to your Dahabiya for your final overnight stay in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05Final Departure
After breakfast, disembark from your Dahabiya and enjoy a smooth transfer to Aswan Airport or train station for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast
What is included
Included
- • Meet & assist upon arrival with flowers
- • Full-board accommodation on the Dahabiya
- • All sightseeing included in the itinerary (entrance fees excluded)
- • All transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle
- • Bottled mineral water during tours
- • Licensed Egyptologist English-speaking guide
Not included
- Extra meals and beverages
- • Personal expenses
- • Optional tours
- • Tipping
- • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
Questions about this trip
Does Abundance board at Luxor itself?
The longer programme combines Luxor sightseeing with embarkation in Esna. The three-night route sails from Aswan towards Esna and finishes with the Luxor visit and departure arrangements.
Which stops distinguish the Abundance itinerary?
Alongside Edfu and Kom Ombo, the programme includes Jabal el-Silsila and a Nile-island evening. These stops are part of the planned dahabiya route rather than extra nights in a city hotel.
Are monument admission fees included with Abundance?
No. Guiding and the listed sightseeing arrangements are included, but entrance fees are excluded. Ask for the admission budget alongside the dahabiya quote.
