Aswan · 8 Days · Luxury Dahabiya Experience

The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya

From $4,760 / guest · Guaranteed Luxury Booking
Duration 8 Days
Experience Luxury Dahabiya Experience
Tour Privacy 100% Private VIP Tour
Destination Luxor to Aswan Nile Corridor (Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya), Egypt
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Arabic
Guiding Style Private Egyptologist Guide
Physical Effort Leisurely & Relaxed Luxury
Suitable Ages All Ages & Families Welcome
Departure Schedule Exclusive 8-Day Round-Trip Charter & Cabin Sailings
Cruise Route Luxor → Esna → Edfu → Gebel el-Silsila → Kom Ombo → Aswan → Esna → Luxor (Round-Trip)

Journey Overview

An immersive eight-day round-trip Dahabiya journey for travellers who prefer time on the river rather than simply using the Nile as transportation. The extended format allows a more relaxed rhythm and deeper appreciation of Upper Egypt.

The Living Nile Expedition: 8 Days / 7 Nights (Round-Trip Luxor Sailing aboard Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya)

“There are many ways to see Egypt. This is the way to experience her.”

Curated Distinctions

  • Round-trip Dahabiya sailing
  • Luxor heritage
  • Edfu and Kom Ombo
  • Aswan
  • Slower-paced Nile immersion
Hatshepsut Temple Karnak & Luxor Temples Kom Ombo & Edfu Temples Medinet Habu Philae Temple & High Dam Valley of the Kings Cultural & Historical Nile Sailing Sightseeing

Day-by-Day Itinerary

8 Days / Stages
Welcome Aboard the Living Nile | Embarkation in Luxor
1
VIP Embarkation on Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya

VIP Embarkation on Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya

1.5 Hours Ticket Included

Warm luxury meet & assist, stateroom check-in, and welcome fruit cocktail and gourmet lunch onboard.

2
Karnak Temple Complex & Hypostyle Hall

Karnak Temple Complex & Hypostyle Hall

2.5 Hours Ticket Included

Explore the awe-inspiring 134 sandstone columns, Avenue of Sphinxes, and sacred precincts with your private Egyptologist.

3
Luxor Temple Golden Hour & West Bank Welcome Dinner

Luxor Temple Golden Hour & West Bank Welcome Dinner

3 Hours Ticket Included

Walk through the courtyards of Amenhotep III and Ramses II at sunset, followed by dinner anchored at Luxor West Bank.

Inclusions & Services

Luxury Accommodation & Stays

5-Star Stays
  • Seven nights luxury accommodation aboard Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya

Private Egyptologist & Guiding

Certified Expert
  • Comprehensive daily guided excursions led by a licensed expert English-speaking Egyptologist

VIP Chauffeur & Transfers

Private Fleet
  • Horse-drawn carriage excursion to the Temple of Horus in Edfu
  • Round-trip private motorboat transfers to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island

Gastronomy & Dining Plan

Curated Dining
  • Full-board gourmet dining throughout the expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner prepared fresh daily)
  • Special island candlelit sandbank dinners at Al Ramady & El Sheikh Fadl Islands

Monument Tickets & VIP Services

All Covered
  • Meet and greet upon arrival with private baggage assistance
  • All entrance fees to included pharaonic temples: Karnak, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Edfu, Gebel el Silsila, Kom Ombo & Philae
  • Evening storytelling and astronomy stargazing sessions on the upper deck
  • Chilled bottled mineral water, Egyptian herbal teas, and artisan coffee throughout the voyage
  • All river navigation permits, Esna Lock passage, port fees, service charges, and taxes

Not Included

Not Included
  • — International airfare and domestic flights
  • — Hotel accommodation before or after the Dahabiya expedition (available upon request)
  • — Private airport transfers outside the cruise check-in/out (available via concierge)
  • — Entry visa to Egypt (obtainable upon arrival at airport)
  • — Optional early morning Abu Simbel excursion on Day 6
  • — Optional Nubian Village by boat or sunset felucca excursion in Aswan
  • — Alcoholic beverages and imported premium drinks
  • — Personal expenses, laundry services, and crew gratuities (at guest discretion)

Onboard Accommodation & Staterooms

Royal Suite 38 m²

Royal Suite

Available
King Bed
38 m²

Luxurious stateroom suite featuring expansive panoramic Nile views, private lounge area, and bespoke amenities.

✓ Panoramic Windows ✓ Private Balcony / Large Window ✓ Individually Controlled AC ✓ En-suite Bathroom ✓ Mini Bar
Deluxe Stateroom 22 m²

Deluxe Stateroom

Available
Twin or Queen Bed
22 m²

Comfortable deluxe cabin equipped with direct Nile-view French balcony and contemporary comforts.

✓ Panoramic Windows ✓ Private Balcony / Large Window ✓ Individually Controlled AC ✓ En-suite Bathroom ✓ Mini Bar

Cruise Facilities & Onboard Amenities

Departure Point Luxor (Private Dahabiya Dock)
Return Point Luxor (Private Dahabiya Dock)
✦ Traditional Twin-Sail Luxury Dahabiya
✦ Spacious Shaded Sun Deck with Daybeds
✦ Fresh Farm-to-Table Gourmet Egyptian Cuisine
✦ Candlelit Sandbank & Island Private Dinners
✦ Licensed Egyptologist Starlight Storytelling
✦ Private Anchorages Inaccessible to Large Cruisers
✦ Full Board Meals Prepared Fresh Daily
✦ Round-Trip Navigation Luxor ⇄ Aswan ⇄ Luxor
Exclusive Journey Upgrades

Curated Enhancements & Add-ons

4 Available Upgrades

Elevate your private expedition with handpicked optional upgrades. These can be selected during booking.

Hot Air Balloon Flight over Luxor at Sunrise

+$140

Early morning aerial panorama over the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Nile.

/ guest

Private Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple

+$85

Exclusive evening illumination and dramatized historical narration inside the Karnak complex.

/ guest

VIP Authentic Nubian Village & Sunset Felucca

+$65

Private motorboat through First Cataract islands followed by traditional tea in an authentic Nubian home.

/ guest

Dedicated Egyptologist Private Guide Upgrade

+$180

Exclusive private Egyptologist exclusively for your party with customized pacing and unhurried temple access.

flat fee

Seasonal Pricing & Package Rates

Choose your preferred duration and season. Prices quoted in USD per person.

8 Days / 7 Nights Sailing Season (September – April)
Double Cabin (Per Person) $6,375
Single Cabin (Sole Occupancy) $7,500
✦ Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Booking Terms, Children & Cancellation Policy

Rate & Availability Reconfirmation Note

Final live rate should be reconfirmed for the client's dates before booking, especially for cruise, Dahabiya, hotel and peak-season products.

Children's Policy

Infants aged 0 to 1.99 years travel complimentary. Children aged 2 to 5.99 years receive a 50% discount sharing existing bedding with parents. Children aged 6 to 11.99 years receive a 30% discount with an extra bed provided. Children aged 12 and above are charged at adult rates.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to departure for standard touring packages. For private Dahabiya charters, peak festive seasons, and domestic flight segments, cancellations within 30 days are subject to airline and marine operator policies. Custom reschedulings are accommodated with zero administrative penalties whenever possible.

Essential Inquiries & Notes

Mazaj SEBA navigates primarily under natural white canvas sails powered by river breezes, offering a serene, vibration-free experience. A discrete, silent support tugboat travels at a distance to assist when winds are still or navigating locks.

Tour Location & Interactive Map

Interactive Journey Route & Waypoints

8 Route Stops • ~396 km
S
Departure Hub / Start Point Luxor & Upper Egypt
~396 km
Return Hub / Concluding Point Luxor & Upper Egypt
E
Click any pin to inspect that day in the itinerary schedule
Interactive Journey Route & Waypoints
Open in Google Maps
Category A Operator

Official Egyptian Ministry of Tourism license with premier Egyptology guides.

Bespoke Chauffeur Fleet

Impeccable late-model Mercedes vehicles with private dedicated chauffeurs.

Guaranteed Luxury Booking

Instant luxury reservation with dedicated private concierge and bespoke itinerary adjustments.

Starting from
$ 4,760 / guest
Official Luxury Guarantee • Dedicated Concierge
1 Date
2 Guests
3 Suite
4 Upgrades
5 Details
6 Confirm
Estimated Total: $9,520.00
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
Starting from $4,760 / guest
Guaranteed Luxury Booking