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The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya

From $5,600 / guest • Guaranteed 48h Hold
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Duration 8 Days
Experience Luxury Dahabiya Experience
Destination Luxor to Aswan Nile Corridor (Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya), Egypt
Languages English, French, German, Spanish, Arabic
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)
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya
The Living Nile Expedition: Round-Trip Luxury Dahabiya

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

Included in Journey

  • Meet and greet upon arrival with private baggage assistance
  • Seven nights luxury accommodation aboard Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya
  • 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
  • Comprehensive daily guided excursions led by a licensed expert English-speaking Egyptologist
  • All entrance fees to included pharaonic temples: Karnak, Luxor, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Edfu, Gebel el Silsila, Kom Ombo & Philae
  • Horse-drawn carriage excursion to the Temple of Horus in Edfu
  • Round-trip private motorboat transfers to Philae Temple on Agilkia Island
  • 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

  • — 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

Deluxe River-View Stateroom 22 m² / 237 sq ft

Deluxe River-View Stateroom

Available
King Size Bed or Twin Beds
22 m² / 237 sq ft

Exquisitely styled luxury stateroom with authentic Egyptian woodcraft and fine linen, featuring sliding panoramic windows overlooking the Nile, private en-suite marble bathroom with glass walk-in rain shower, individually controlled AC, personal safe, and organic Egyptian cotton robes.

✓ Panoramic River-View Sliding Windows ✓ Private Marble Bathroom with Rain Shower ✓ Premium Egyptian Cotton Bedding ✓ Individually Controlled Silent A/C ✓ Electronic Safe & Artisan Refreshment Bar
Royal Stern Panoramic Suite with Private Terrace 32 m² / 344 sq ft

Royal Stern Panoramic Suite with Private Terrace

Available
Royal King Size Bed
32 m² / 344 sq ft

The crown jewel of Mazaj SEBA Dahabiya, perched at the private stern of the vessel. Offers an expansive 180-degree panoramic vista of the tranquil Nile, private furnished veranda terrace, plush living lounge, king-sized bed, marble bath, and dedicated private butler service.

✓ Private Furnished Veranda Terrace at Stern ✓ 180-Degree Panoramic View of the Nile River ✓ Separate Elegant Lounge Sitting Area ✓ Personal Butler Service & Fresh Fruit Daily ✓ Deluxe Marble Bathroom & Artisan Toiletries

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) $5,200
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

Children aged 0 to 5.99 travel complimentary. Children aged 6 to 11.99 receive a 50% discount ($2,600) when sharing staterooms with parents. Guests aged 12 and above are charged at the adult rate.

Cancellation & Refund Policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to departure. Cancellations between 15 to 29 days incur a 30% fee. Cancellations within 14 days are non-refundable.

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.
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 48h Hold

Lock your preferred date with 48h complimentary hold and flexible rescheduling.

Starting from
$ 5,600 / guest
Guaranteed 48h Hold • No Upfront Payment
1 Date
2 Guests
3 Suite
4 Upgrades
5 Details
6 Confirm
Estimated Total: $11,200.00
CURATED FOR YOU

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Starting from $5,600 / guest
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