Trip highlights
- • 2 panoramic suites + 6 standard cabins with oversized windows
- • Elegant dining rooms, bars & reading lounge
- • Full fire-safety measures including sprinkling system
- • Doctor on call
- • Air-conditioned interiors
- • Private bath/shower with hair dryer
- • Motorboat assistance during calm winds
- • Spacious sun deck
- Pool
- • Gift shop
- • Satellite TV & international channels
Overview
Step aboard the Assouan Dahabiya Nile Cruise by Nour El Nil and embrace the pinnacle of intimate luxury. As the very first dahabiya developed by the company, this vessel carries a special legacy—blending refined craftsmanship with timeless charm.
Though the smallest and most affordable among the Nour El Nil fleet, Assouan upholds the same uncompromising standards of exceptional service, gourmet dining, and beautifully appointed accommodations found on every one of their signature vessels.
Sailing gently between Luxor and Aswan, the cruise offers a rare fusion of peaceful river travel, meaningful cultural encounters, and exclusive access to lesser-known archaeological marvels. Enjoy slow, serene sailing, attentive hospitality, and personalized experiences as you explore ancient temples, traditional villages, pristine river islands, and breathtaking desert backdrops.
This is more than a Nile journey — it is an immersion into luxury, authenticity, and the tranquil rhythm of the river.
Itinerary
Day 01Arrival in Luxor & Esna Exploration
Meet your tour manager upon arrival at Luxor Airport or Train Station. Begin your journey with a guided visit to Esna, a thriving merchant town rich in character.
Walk through colorful streets adorned with handicrafts and textiles before descending nearly 9 meters below ground to uncover the Temple of Khnum, an archaeological gem hidden beneath the modern city.
After your tour, board the Assouan Dahabiya and enjoy lunch and a peaceful evening on the Nile.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 02El Kab & Edfu Temple
Awake as your Dahabiya approaches El Kab, once the capital of Upper Egypt. Visit its rock-cut tombs, ancient walls, and the revered Temple of Nekhbet.
Stroll through a traditional Fishermen’s Village before sailing onward to Edfu, home to one of Egypt’s most perfectly preserved temples.
Ride a horse-drawn carriage through the streets to reach the Temple of Horus, a magnificent example of Greco-Roman architecture.
End the day by sailing toward a quiet island where you anchor for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 03Nile Islands & Wadi Muzin Desert Experience
Begin the day with an optional sunrise picnic followed by breakfast. Spend the afternoon exploring one of the Nile’s peaceful islands—perfect for a gentle walk or a refreshing swim.
As evening approaches, venture into the desert valley of Wadi Muzin, where ancient hieroglyphs and prehistoric inscriptions line the cliffs, marking an old caravan route to Libya.
Your Dahabiya anchors near Jabal al-Silsilah, illuminated beautifully under the night sky.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 04Jabal al-Silsilah & Riverside Serenity
Visit the secluded site of Jabal al-Silsilah, a narrow gorge the large river cruises cannot access. Explore the Temple of Horemheb, walk through the ancient sandstone quarries, and enjoy tea and shisha at a rustic riverside café.
Return to the Dahabiya for lunch and a relaxing swim in the tranquil Nile waters before continuing your serene journey south.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 05Kom Ombo Temple & Sail to Aswan
Awaken to a gentle morning sail toward Kom Ombo, home to its unique twin temple honoring Sobek and Haroeris. Explore its sanctuaries, healing scenes, and the fascinating Crocodile Museum, full of mummified crocodiles from antiquity.
Continue sailing toward Aswan, watching the scenery shift beautifully as villages, palm groves, and desert horizons pass by.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 06Final Departure from Aswan
Enjoy your final breakfast aboard before disembarking in Aswan. You will be transferred to Aswan Airport or Train Station, carrying cherished memories of a truly extraordinary journey along the Nile.
Meals: Breakfast
What is included
Included
- • Meet & assist upon arrival with flowers
- • Full-board accommodation on the Dahabiya
- • All sightseeing listed in the itinerary (entrance fees excluded)
- • Private air-conditioned transfers
- • Bottled mineral water during daily tours
- • Professional Egyptologist English-speaking guide
Not included
- Extra beverages or meals not included
- • Personal expenses
- • Optional tours
- • Tipping
- • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites
Questions about this trip
Where does the six-day Assouan sailing begin?
The journey starts with arrival arrangements in Luxor and a visit to Esna before boarding the dahabiya. It finishes in Aswan after five nights aboard.
Does Assouan visit places beyond Edfu and Kom Ombo?
Yes. The programme also includes El Kab, Nile-island stops, the Wadi Muzin desert area and Jabal al-Silsila. This longer route allows stops that are not part of a short standard temple cruise.
Are temple admission charges included on Assouan?
No. Full-board accommodation, the listed guiding and private transfers are included, while entrance fees to the mentioned sites are excluded.
