After breakfast onboard your luxury Dahabiya, meet your Egyptologist guide and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to Luxor’s West Bank for another fascinating exploration of ancient Egyptian history.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

Built during the 18th Dynasty in the 15th century BC

Visit the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, an extraordinary architectural masterpiece built against towering limestone cliffs. Dedicated to Queen Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt’s most successful female rulers, the temple is renowned for its elegant terraces, impressive colonnades, and beautifully carved reliefs.

Explore the temple’s courtyards and admire the harmonious design that blends the monumental structure with its dramatic natural surroundings. Your guide will explain Hatshepsut’s reign and the religious significance of this remarkable mortuary temple.

Colossi of Memnon

Continue to the Colossi of Memnon, two enormous stone statues depicting Pharaoh Amenhotep III, created around 1350 BC. Standing approximately 18 meters tall, these monumental figures once guarded the entrance to the pharaoh’s vast mortuary temple, much of which has since disappeared.

Take memorable photographs and learn about the statues’ enduring presence within the ancient Theban Necropolis.

Lunch and Sailing Along the Nile

After completing your sightseeing, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle back to your Dahabiya and return onboard.

Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard before beginning your peaceful sail south along the Nile. Relax on the spacious sun deck as your Dahabiya glides past picturesque villages, fertile farmlands, and palm-lined riverbanks. Enjoy the slower pace of traditional Nile travel while taking in the beautiful scenery of Upper Egypt.

In the evening, savor dinner onboard and unwind in the tranquil atmosphere of the river.

Helpful Hint: Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat, as much of the sightseeing takes place outdoors under direct sunlight. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for exploring the temple grounds.

After a leisurely breakfast onboard your luxury Dahabiya, continue sailing along the Nile toward Edfu, enjoying views of fertile riverbanks, palm groves, and traditional Egyptian villages.

Edfu Temple

Built mainly between 237 and 57 BC

Upon arrival in Edfu, disembark and enjoy a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt.

Dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god associated with kingship and divine protection, the temple is a masterpiece of Ptolemaic architecture. Explore its monumental entrance pylons, spacious courtyards, sacred chambers, and detailed wall reliefs depicting ancient religious ceremonies and myths. Your Egyptologist guide will explain the temple’s importance as a major center of worship during the Ptolemaic Period.

After your visit, return by horse-drawn carriage to the designated boarding point and reboard your Dahabiya to continue sailing along the Nile.

Gebel El Silsila

Continue sailing toward Gebel El Silsila, one of ancient Egypt’s most important sandstone quarrying areas. Its sandstone supplied building materials for many major temples and monuments throughout Egypt.

Admire the dramatic riverside cliffs and learn how ancient craftsmen extracted and transported the stone used in monumental construction. The site also features rock-cut chapels, shrines, and inscriptions commissioned by pharaohs and other important figures, offering a fascinating glimpse into ancient Egyptian religious and quarrying activities.

Lunch and Scenic Sailing

Around midday, enjoy lunch onboard your Dahabiya as the vessel glides peacefully along the Nile. Relax on deck and take in the changing scenery, from lush agricultural land to traditional villages lining the riverbanks.

Kom Ombo Temple

Later, visit Kom Ombo Temple, a distinctive riverside sanctuary constructed mainly during the Ptolemaic Period, approximately 180–47 BC.

The temple is uniquely dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god associated with the Nile and fertility, and Horus the Elder, a falcon-headed god. Its unusual symmetrical design features twin entrances, parallel halls, and sanctuaries dedicated to the two gods.

Explore the impressive columns and detailed reliefs while your guide explains the temple’s religious significance and its place in ancient Egyptian life.

After completing your visit, return to your Dahabiya and enjoy dinner onboard, surrounded by the peaceful atmosphere of the Nile.

Helpful Hint: Keep your camera ready throughout the day to capture the spectacular Nile scenery and traditional riverside life. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for the archaeological visits.

Wake up to another peaceful morning aboard your luxury Dahabiya as you sail south along the Nile toward Aswan. Enjoy breakfast onboard before relaxing on deck and admiring the panoramic views of Upper Egypt’s beautiful landscapes, fertile riverbanks, and traditional riverside villages.

Scenic Sailing and Lunch

Spend the morning at leisure as your Dahabiya glides along the Nile. Around midday, savor lunch onboard while enjoying the tranquil atmosphere and picturesque scenery along the river.

Philae Temple

Upon arrival in Aswan, meet your Egyptologist guide and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to the Nile waterfront. From there, board a motorboat to Agilkia Island, home to the magnificent Philae Temple.

Mainly dating to the Ptolemaic Period, beginning in the 4th century BC

Dedicated primarily to Isis, the ancient Egyptian goddess of magic and motherhood, Philae Temple is one of Egypt’s most graceful ancient sanctuaries. Admire its elegant columns, monumental gateways, and beautifully carved reliefs while your guide explains the religious traditions associated with the goddess.

Originally located on Philae Island, the temple complex was carefully dismantled and relocated stone by stone to nearby Agilkia Island during a UNESCO-led international rescue campaign in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This extraordinary project protected the monument from the rising waters of Lake Nasser following the construction of the Aswan High Dam.

After completing your visit, return by motorboat to the Nile waterfront and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle back to your Dahabiya.

Farewell Dinner Onboard

Return to your Dahabiya and enjoy your farewell dinner onboard, reflecting on your journey through ancient temples, historic sites, and the timeless landscapes of the Nile. Spend your final evening relaxing and enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of this traditional sailing experience.

Helpful Hint: Protect your camera and phone during the motorboat ride, and keep your essential belongings secure. Bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen for your visit to Philae Temple.

After breakfast onboard your luxury Dahabiya, complete the check-out and disembarkation procedures.
Meet your representative and transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to Aswan Airport or your preferred hotel in Aswan, according to your onward travel arrangements.
We hope your journey through the timeless wonders of the Nile has left you with unforgettable memories of ancient temples, fascinating history, and the beautiful landscapes of Upper Egypt. Thank you for choosing to explore Egypt with us, and we wish you a safe and pleasant onward journey.
Helpful Hint: For international flights, plan to arrive at the airport at least three hours before departure, allowing sufficient time for check-in and security procedures. Confirm your transfer time in advance to ensure a smooth departure.