4-Day Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan: “BELLA”

Sail privately aboard “BELLA”, combining ancient temples, peaceful Nile landscapes and warm personal hospitality.

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Duration4 days / 3 nights

Price from15.000 €

RouteAssuan – Kom Ombo – Gebel el-Silsila – Edfu – Luxor

Signature experiences

Highlights of your journey

Exclusive private charter
The unique atmosphere of Aswan
Exceptional and secluded mooring spots
The magnificent temples of Luxor
A personal and memorable finale

The journey

Experience Egypt personally.

Travel along the Nile aboard the elegant “BELLA”, enjoying a slower and more intimate alternative to a conventional cruise. Explore remarkable temples with your personal Egyptologist, then return to the calm of your sailing vessel and the timeless landscapes of the river. Thoughtful service, a private atmosphere and meaningful local encounters make this a deeply personal way to experience Upper Egypt.

Day by day

Your itinerary

Open each stage to explore the planned route and experiences.

Day 1Aswan and Kom Ombo

You will be picked up in Aswan and begin your journey with visits to the Aswan High Dam and the Temple of Philae. Afterwards, you will board the private dahabiya “BELLA”, enjoy lunch on board, and set sail. In the evening, you will visit the beautifully illuminated Temple of Kom Ombo.

Day 2Gebel el-Silsila and Edfu

During breakfast, you will sail to the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila. This remarkable archaeological site can only be reached by smaller boats. Afterwards, your journey continues towards Edfu.

Day 3Luxor and the East Bank

After a relaxed breakfast on board, you will arrive in Luxor. Accompanied by your guide, you will explore the vast Karnak Temple complex and the impressive Luxor Temple, located in the heart of the city.

Day 4Luxor’s West Bank and Departure

After breakfast, you will explore Luxor’s West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. To round off your journey, you will enjoy a traditional lunch with Ahmed and his family. Afterwards, you will be transferred to Luxor Airport or to your accommodation.

Good to know

What your tour includes

Your personal proposal will confirm the exact choice of accommodation and all included services.

Included

All transfers in a private, air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusive charter of the “BELLA” dahabiya for three nights

All meals on board: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner

Private services of a licensed, German-speaking Egyptologist

All entrance fees for the sights and attractions mentioned in the itinerary

Domestic flights, such as Cairo–Aswan and Luxor–Cairo, if included in your booking

Not included

Tips and gratuities for the crew and tour guide

Optional excursions, such as a visit to Abu Simbel

Personal expenses and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary

Your personal host

Planned by people who call Egypt home.

Ahmed and his team tailor the journey to your wishes and remain personally available before and throughout your time in Egypt.

Ahmed EldeakEgyptologist & founder

Personal & without obligation

Could this be your journey?

Tell us when and how you would like to experience Egypt, and we will adapt this tour around you.

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