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Yakouta Dahabiya
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Cruise the Nile in style aboard the Yakouta Dahabiya, a refined sailing boat that carries a small circle of guests between Luxor and Aswan. The Yakouta pairs the authentic feel of a traditional dahabiya Nile cruise with comfortable, well-appointed cabins and a generous open deck for soaking up the Nile Valley scenery. Sail past palm groves and farming villages, step ashore to explore the Ptolemaic temples of Edfu and Kom Ombo, and moor overnight at quiet islands the larger ships cannot reach. With a warm crew, fresh Egyptian cuisine and an unhurried rhythm, the Yakouta Dahabiya is a wonderful way to experience the calm, romantic side of sailing in Egypt.
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5 Days: Luxor to Aswan
- Day 1
- Arrival at Luxor airport / station — transfer to Nile cruise, check-in & rest.
- Rich lunch buffet served on board.
- Afternoon guided tour of Karnak Temple — the greatest example of Pharaonic architecture in Egypt.
- Visit Luxor Temple, built by Amenhotep III & Ramses II, with unique representations of ancient Egyptian gods.
- Dinner on board & overnight.
- Day 2
- Breakfast on board.
- Valley of the Kings — 3 tombs included, dating to the 16th–11th centuries BC.
- Hatshepsut Temple — 15th-century BC temple dedicated to the sun god Amun.
- Colossi of Memnon — towering statues at the entrance of Amenhotep III's mortuary temple.
- Lunch on board
- Sailing from Luxor to Esna.
- Watch the cruise pass the Esna Lock with tour guide commentary
- Dinner & overnight.
- Day 3
- Breakfast on board
- Arrive at Temple of Edfu — best-preserved ancient Egyptian temple, built 57 BC.
- Horse-drawn carriage ride to the temple with guided commentary.
- Leisurely cruise to Kom Ombo
- Lunch with Nile views.
- Kom Ombo Temple — unique twin design honoring Sobek (crocodile god) & Horus (falcon god).
- Dinner on board
- Sailing to Aswan overnight.
- Day 4
- Breakfast on board.
- Visit the Aswan High Dam — 1960s engineering marvel that controls Nile floods.
- Cross the Nile to Philae Temple — ancient complex dedicated to Isis & Hathor.
- Return on board
- Dinner & overnight in Aswan.
- Day 5
- Breakfast on board with scenic Nile views.
- Optional excursion to Abu Simbel — one of Egypt's most iconic temples.
- Check-out
- Transfer to Aswan airport, railway station, or bus.
Included & Excluded
Included
- Pickup services.
- Entrance fees.
- Modern A/C private vehicle.
- Accommodation.
- Tour Guide.
- Taxes & Services.
- Bottled Water During Tours.
- Meals.
Excluded
- Any optional Tours.
- Tipping.
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Reviews for This Trip
4.7 (7 reviews)
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A magical dahabiya sail
Slow travel on the Nile at its very best. Just a few cabins, a lovely crew and quiet moorings. Highly recommend a dahabiya.
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A magical dahabiya sail
Our dahabiya was such an intimate way to sail the Nile. Perfect for anyone wanting a quieter Nile journey. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
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Intimate and peaceful
Our dahabiya was such an intimate way to sail the Nile. Perfect for anyone wanting a quieter Nile journey. Would do it again in a heartbeat.
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