Compare Dahabiya Nile River Cruises by route, duration, cabin type, itinerary, and price. Dahabiya cruise options include Luxor to Aswan, Aswan to Luxor, Luxor to Luxor, Aswan to Aswan, and selected private dahabiya Nile cruise itineraries.
Best Dahabiya Nile River Cruise options include 4-day, 5-day, and 8-day itineraries on the Nile between Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Aswan. Compare routes, duration, cabin types, sightseeing programs, and Dahabiya Nile Cruise prices. All dahabiya cruises include full-board accommodation, airport or hotel transfers, private air-conditioned vehicles, entrance fees for the included sightseeing, private Egyptologist guides, onboard assistance, and ongoing support during the trip.
A Dahabiya Nile River Cruise is the most intimate and private way to sail between Luxor and Aswan. Traditional Egyptian sailing boats with a small number of cabins, Dahabiyas offer a completely different experience to the classic Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise, combining the same private Egyptologist guide, full board, and all entrance fees with a slower pace, quieter moorings, and stops at villages and islands that larger cruise boats never visit. A Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise is ideal for travelers who want exclusivity, flexibility, and a genuine connection with the Nile and its riverbank communities.
The most common Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan takes 5 days / 4 nights, while the Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor takes 4 days / 3 nights. Travelers can also choose a Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Luxor, which takes 8 days / 7 nights, or a Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Aswan, which takes 8 days / 7 nights, depending on the preferred route, available dates, and sightseeing plan.
Egypt Dahabiya Nile Cruise packages are available on 4, 5, and 8 day itineraries sailing between Luxor and Aswan in both directions, as well as from Esna. Dahabiya Nile Cruise prices start from $900 per person in a double cabin, with single cabin and suite options available. Departures from Luxor every Monday and from Aswan every Friday.
A Dahabiya Luxor Aswan Cruise Holiday can be arranged as a Dahabiya Luxor Aswan Cruise Vacation, a private Dahabiya Luxor Aswan Cruise Package, or a Dahabiya Luxor Aswan Cruise from Cairo with domestic flights, transfers, sightseeing, and cruise accommodation included. The Best Dahabiya Luxor Aswan Cruise Price depends on the Dahabiya category, cabin type, travel date, route, and included visits.
At WOW Egypt Tours, every Dahabiya Nile River Cruise is fully private and arranged exclusively for your group or family. The WOW Team is available 24/7 before, during, and after your trip to ensure everything runs perfectly. For larger groups, the WOW Team can arrange a fully private Dahabiya chartered exclusively for your party.
Every Dahabiya Nile River Cruise package booked through WOW Egypt Tours is fully inclusive. The price you are quoted is the price you pay, with all of the following included:
Private Professional Egyptologist Guide
One dedicated private Egyptologist for your group for the full duration of the cruise. Full expert commentary at every temple, village, and site on the itinerary. No group tours, no shared guides, and no handoffs to local site guides.
Private Modern Air-Conditioned Vehicle
A private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver for all transfers to and from the Dahabiya, and for any overland excursions during the itinerary.
Private Cabin with En-Suite Bathroom
A private cabin on board with an en-suite bathroom. Cabin options include double cabins, single cabins, and suites, with sizes and specifications varying by Dahabiya. Suite cabins offer the most spacious and highest-quality accommodation on board.
Full Board on Board
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner served on board daily throughout the cruise. All meals prepared fresh on board and included with no additional dining costs.
All Entrance Fees and Tickets
All site admissions on the standard itinerary are included, from Edfu Temple and Kom Ombo Temple to Philae Temple and the Aswan High Dam. No surprise costs on arrival.
Private Transfers Throughout
All airport, hotel, and Dahabiya transfers included and coordinated by the WOW Team. Internal flights from Cairo to Luxor or Aswan can be added for a complete Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Cairo package.
The Dahabiya Nile River Cruise route covers a remarkable combination of major ancient monuments and rarely visited sites along the Nile River Valley between Luxor and Aswan. Unlike larger cruise boats, the Dahabiya moors at quiet islands and docks at small riverside villages, giving travelers an authentic experience of the Nile that goes well beyond the standard tourist itinerary.
Key sites and stops on the Dahabiya Nile Cruise itinerary include the Temple of Khnum at Esna, the El Kab Tombs, the Temple of Horus at Edfu, the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila, the village of Basaw, the camel market at Daraw, the Temple of Kom Ombo, and peaceful moorings at El Hagaz Island and Herbiab Island. In Aswan, the program covers Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam. On itineraries starting or ending in Luxor, private guided visits to Karnak Temple, Luxor Temple, the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon are included. The Philae Sound and Light Show and a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor can be added as optional extras.
Dahabiya Nile River Cruises from Luxor depart every Monday. Dahabiya Nile River Cruises from Aswan depart every Friday. The WOW Team confirms your preferred departure direction and date when arranging your Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise booking for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
The 4 Days/3 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor is the most compact Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise itinerary, covering the key sites between Aswan and Luxor at a relaxed pace over 3 nights on the river. Departures every Friday from Aswan.
The program starts in Aswan with private guided visits to the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple. Sailing north, the Dahabiya calls at Kom Ombo Temple, the village of Basaw, the sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila, Edfu Temple, and the El Kab Tombs, with a quiet mooring at El Hagaz Island before arriving at Esna for the Temple of Khnum and a private transfer to Luxor.
Dahabiya Nile River Cruise 4 Days/3 Nights Aswan to Luxor prices start from $900 per person in a double cabin. Single cabin from $1,440. Suite from $1,620 per person based on 2 guests. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Dahabiya Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
The 5 Days/4 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan is the most popular Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise package on the route. Starting in Luxor and sailing south to Aswan over 4 nights, it covers the full range of Dahabiya highlights at a relaxed pace with complete private guiding throughout. Departures every Monday from Luxor.
The program begins with pickup from Luxor and a short private transfer to Esna to visit the Temple of Khnum, where the Dahabiya departs. Sailing south, the cruise calls at El Hagaz Island, the El Kab Tombs, Edfu Temple, the village of Basaw, the sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila, Kom Ombo Temple, and Daraw village, with a peaceful mooring at Herbiab Island before arriving in Aswan. The Aswan program covers the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple, with the optional Philae Sound and Light Show available in the evening.
Dahabiya Nile River Cruise 5 Days/4 Nights Luxor to Aswan prices start from $1,200 per person in a double cabin. Single cabin from $1,920. Suite from $2,160 per person based on 2 guests. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Dahabiya Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
The 8 Days/7 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor is the most complete Luxury Dahabiya Nile River Cruise holiday sailing north from Aswan, covering every major site and stop on the route over 7 nights at the most unhurried pace available. Departures every Friday from Aswan.
The program starts in Aswan with Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam. Sailing north, the Dahabiya calls at Kom Ombo Temple, Daraw village, Herbiab Island, Gebel el-Silsila, Basaw village, Edfu Temple, the El Kab Tombs, and El Hagaz Island, concluding at Esna with the Temple of Khnum before a private transfer to Luxor. Optional touring in Luxor can be arranged on arrival.
Dahabiya Nile River Cruise 8 Days/7 Nights Aswan to Luxor prices start from $2,160 per person in a double cabin. Single cabin from $3,456. Suite from $3,888 per person based on 2 guests. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Dahabiya Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
The 8 Days/7 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan departs from Luxor every Monday and is the longest and most comprehensive Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise package sailing south from Luxor. This itinerary covers every stop on the Dahabiya route at a fully relaxed pace, with extended time at key sites, unscheduled stops for village walks and river breaks when conditions allow, and optional extras including a sunrise hot air balloon over Luxor and a day trip to Abu Simbel.
The program starts in Luxor with a private transfer to Esna and the Temple of Khnum. Sailing south, the Dahabiya visits El Hagaz Island, the El Kab Tombs, Edfu Temple, Basaw village, Gebel el-Silsila, Kom Ombo Temple, and Daraw village, with a quiet mooring at Herbiab Island before arriving in Aswan for the Aswan High Dam, the Unfinished Obelisk, and Philae Temple.
Dahabiya Nile River Cruise 8 Days/7 Nights Luxor to Aswan prices start from $2,160 per person in a double cabin. Single cabin from $3,456. Suite from $3,888 per person based on 2 guests. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Dahabiya Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
The 8 Days/7 Nights Dahabiya Nile Cruise Round Trip is the ultimate Luxury Dahabiya Nile River Cruise holiday, operating as a complete loop departing and returning to either Luxor or Aswan. This round trip Egypt Dahabiya Nile Cruise package runs at a relaxed pace with extended time at key sites, quiet island moorings, and unscheduled stops for short village walks and river breaks when the river and weather allow.
The full round trip program covers Luxor East and West Bank highlights, Esna and the Temple of Khnum, the El Kab Tombs, Edfu Temple, Gebel el-Silsila, Kom Ombo Temple, Philae Temple, the Unfinished Obelisk, and the Aswan High Dam, with optional extras including a sunrise hot air balloon ride over Luxor and a private day trip to the Abu Simbel Temples.
Dahabiya Nile River Cruise 8 Days/7 Nights Round Trip prices start from $2,160 per person in a double cabin. Single cabin from $3,456. Suite from $3,888 per person based on 2 guests. Rates vary by season. Prices differ for summer, winter, Christmas, New Year, and Easter. See the Dahabiya Nile Cruises page for current seasonal rates and full availability for 2026, 2027, and 2028.
The WOW Team curates a selection of the best Dahabiya boats on the Nile, typically carrying 6 to 12 cabins each, all with full board, private guiding, and private transfers included. Every Dahabiya on our program is selected for the quality of its cabins, the standard of its on-board meals, the professionalism of its crew, and its suitability for private small-group and family sailings.
When choosing your Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise, the WOW Team advises on the best available boat based on your travel dates, group size, cabin preference, and budget. You can select by sailing dates, cabin category (double, single, or suite), deck preference, and itinerary direction. Every Dahabiya on our program offers quiet moorings away from the large cruise boat docks, flexible daily timing, and opportunities for authentic riverside stops that no standard Nile Cruise tour can replicate.
For larger families or groups, WOW Egypt Tours can arrange a fully private Dahabiya chartered exclusively for your party. A private charter Dahabiya Nile Cruise gives your group complete use of the entire boat, with total flexibility over the daily schedule, meal times, and pace of the itinerary. Private charter Dahabiya Nile Cruises are available on all itinerary lengths and directions. The WOW Team advises on the best Dahabiya for your group size and arranges all logistics from first contact to final transfer.
A Dahabiya Nile River Cruise holiday pairs perfectly with additional Egypt destinations before or after your time on the river. The WOW Team can build a complete Egypt tour package by duration or a Egypt travel package by category, including family, honeymoon, classic, and group options, that combines your Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise with any of the following:
Cairo and the Pyramids
Add nights in Cairo before or after your Dahabiya Nile Cruise to visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, the Egyptian Museum, and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar. A domestic flight connects Cairo to Luxor or Aswan in approximately one hour. Browse Egypt tour packages by duration to find the right Cairo and Dahabiya Nile Cruise combination, or explore Egypt travel packages by category for family, honeymoon, and classic Egypt Dahabiya Nile Cruise vacation options.
Alexandria
Combine your Dahabiya Nile Cruise with a private tour of Alexandria, visiting the Catacombs of Kom el-Shoqafa, the Citadel of Qaitbay, the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the Montaza Palace gardens. Alexandria can be added as a day trip from Cairo or as an overnight extension to your Egypt Dahabiya Nile Cruise package.
Hurghada and the Red Sea
Extend your Dahabiya Nile Cruise package with days in Hurghada on the Red Sea coast. A short domestic flight or private road transfer connects Hurghada to Luxor, making it easy to combine a Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise holiday with a beach stay in one complete Egypt vacation package. See Egypt travel packages for ready-made Nile and Red Sea combination options.
Extra Nights in Luxor
Add extra nights in Luxor before or after your Dahabiya Nile Cruise to cover the full West Bank program including the Valley of the Kings, the Valley of the Queens, the Nobles Tombs, the Ramesseum, and Medinet Habu, or to enjoy a private sunrise hot air balloon ride at a more relaxed pace.
Extra Nights in Aswan
Add extra nights in Aswan to visit Elephantine Island, Kitchener's Island botanical garden, the Philae Sound and Light Show, and the Nubian villages on the west bank of the Nile without the time constraints of the cruise itinerary.
Abu Simbel Extension
Add a private day trip or overnight stay at the Abu Simbel Temples from Aswan by road or by plane, or continue onto a Lake Nasser Cruise for the full Aswan to Abu Simbel experience by water.
Browse all Egypt tour packages by duration or explore Egypt travel packages by category to find the right combination, or contact the WOW Team directly with your travel dates and interests for a tailored Egypt Dahabiya Nile Cruise vacation quote with no obligation.
A Dahabiya Nile Cruise and a classic Luxor Aswan Nile Cruise cover many of the same sites on the same river, but the experience on board and along the way is fundamentally different. A Dahabiya carries far fewer guests, sails at a slower pace, moors at quiet islands and villages rather than busy cruise boat docks, and offers a more flexible and personal daily rhythm. A classic Nile Cruise on a larger boat offers more cabin options across Standard, Deluxe, Ultra Deluxe, and Luxury categories, more on-board facilities, and a wider range of departure days each week. Both options include the same private Egyptologist guide, private air-conditioned vehicle, full board, and all entrance fees. The WOW Team advises on the best option based on your group size, travel style, and budget.
Luxury Dahabiya Nile River Cruise holidays depart year-round in 2026, 2027, and 2028, with weekly departures from Luxor every Monday and from Aswan every Friday. The WOW Team confirms availability on the best Dahabiya boats on the program, secures your preferred cabin type, and provides a full Egypt Dahabiya Nile Cruise package quote based on your travel dates, group size, and itinerary. All current seasonal pricing and availability are listed on the Dahabiya Nile Cruises page. Browse Egypt tour packages by duration or Egypt travel packages by category for combination options, or send the WOW Team your travel dates to receive a clear, itemized quote for your Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise with no obligation.
For a classic private Nile Cruise on a larger cruise boat with more cabin options and more departure days, a Luxor and Aswan Nile Cruise is available in Standard, Deluxe, Ultra Deluxe, and Luxury categories. Prices start from $600 per person. Departures from Luxor every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, and from Aswan every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
To extend your Nile Cruise south of Aswan all the way to the Abu Simbel Temples, a Lake Nasser Cruise covers the full route on Lake Nasser with stops at Nubian temples accessible only by water. Lake Nasser Cruise prices start from $900 per person. Departures from Aswan every Monday, from Abu Simbel every Friday. The WOW Team can combine a Dahabiya Nile Cruise with a Lake Nasser Cruise into one complete Egypt Nile River Cruise package from Luxor all the way to Abu Simbel.
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Getting into Egypt is genuinely easy. Most nationalities receive a 30-day visa on arrival at Cairo, Luxor, and Hurghada airports for just USD 30, paid in cash at the bank counter before immigration. If you prefer to sort it before you fly, Egypt's official e-Visa takes 3 to 5 business days and costs the same amount. Your passport needs to be valid for at least 6 months from your travel date. When you book with WOW Egypt Tours, your dedicated advisor confirms your exact visa route before anything else, so there is no guesswork on your end.
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