Nebyt Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Luxury Boutique Sailing Between Aswan & Luxor

Overview

Sail the Nile in absolute elegance aboard the Nebyt Dahabiya – the Golden Lady of the Nile, one of Ashranda’s most luxurious boutique Dahabiya cruises. Designed for travelers seeking privacy, authenticity, and serenity, Nebyt offers a refined way to explore Egypt’s timeless river far from the crowds of large cruise ships.

With only 7 cabins and suites, tastefully decorated interiors, and a tranquil sun deck featuring a hot tub and chaise lounges, Nebyt Dahabiya delivers an intimate and exclusive Nile sailing experience. Glide gently between Aswan and Luxor, stopping at hidden archaeological gems inaccessible to standard Nile cruises, including El Batekh Island, El Kab Temple, and El Kab village.

This journey is not just a cruise—it’s a slow, soulful discovery of Egypt, where silence, scenery, and history blend into pure magic.

Why Choose Nebyt Dahabiya?

• Ultra-luxury boutique Dahabiya experience

• Small-scale sailing with maximum privacy

• Access to exclusive, off-the-beaten-path sites

• Calm, engine-free sailing whenever possible

• Personalized service with expert Egyptologist guides

• Ideal for couples, honeymooners & luxury travelers

What’s Included

• Meet & assist service upon arrival and departure

• Dedicated assistance throughout your stay and excursions

• All transfers by modern, air-conditioned deluxe vehicles

• Accommodation onboard 5-star luxury Dahabiya, full board

• Tea & coffee served during meals onboard

• Complimentary soft drinks from the minibar

• All guided Dahabiya excursions as per itinerary

• Entrance fees to all sites between Luxor & Aswan

• Professional Egyptologist guide during excursions

• All service charges and taxes

What’s Not Included

• Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary

• Tipping kitty

Important Notes

• Sailing itineraries may vary slightly due to Nile navigation conditions; visits remain unchanged

• Minimum booking requirements apply:

  • 4-night cruise: Minimum 2 double cabins

  • 3-night cruise: Minimum 3 double cabins

  • 7-night cruise: Minimum 1 double suite

Cruise Options & Departure Days

• 4 Days | Aswan to Luxor – Every Friday

• 5 Days | Luxor to Aswan – Every Monday

• 8 Days | Luxor to Luxor – Every Monday

Sample Itinerary

4 Days / 3 Nights – Aswan to Luxor

Day 1: Embarkation in Aswan – Philae Temple

Embark aboard Nebyt Dahabiya in Aswan at 12:00 PM. After a warm welcome and lunch onboard, begin your journey with a guided visit to the magnificent Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and beautifully set on Agilkia Island.

Return to the Dahabiya and enjoy dinner onboard as you begin sailing at approximately 5:00 PM. Overnight near the peaceful Herdiab Island, surrounded by silence and starlit skies.

Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
Visits: Aswan, Philae Temple

Day 2: Kom Ombo – El Batekh Island

After breakfast, sail toward Kom Ombo to visit the unique double temple of Sobek and Horus, dramatically overlooking the Nile.

Continue sailing to El Batekh Island, a secluded stop exclusive to Dahabiya cruises. Enjoy a leisurely walk, relaxation on deck, or a refreshing swim (weather permitting). Dinner and overnight onboard in complete tranquility.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Visits: Kom Ombo Temple, El Batekh Island

Day 3: El Kab Temple & Village – Sailing to Edfu

Sail to the ancient site of El Kab, where you will visit:

• El Kab Temple

• Rock-cut tombs

• Traditional El Kab village, offering insight into authentic rural Nile life

Continue sailing toward Edfu, enjoying the ever-changing Nile scenery. Dinner and overnight onboard near Edfu.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Visits: El Kab Temple & Village

Day 4: Edfu – Luxor | Disembarkation

After breakfast, visit the remarkably preserved Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the finest temples in Egypt.

Continue sailing toward Luxor, where you will disembark, marking the end of your unforgettable Dahabiya journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Visits: Edfu Temple

Accommodation Onboard Nebyt Dahabiya

Every cabin and suite aboard Nebyt Dahabiya has been carefully designed to offer comfort, elegance, and panoramic Nile views.

Cabin & Suite Features

• 6 luxury cabins with twin or large beds

• 1 exclusive suite with private terrace

• Large panoramic windows

• En-suite bathrooms with hairdryer

• In-room electronic safe

• Soft, modern duvets & fine linens

• Complimentary minibar soft drinks

• Free Wi-Fi in cabins

• Elegant indoor dining room & lounge

• Sun deck with chaise lounges & shaded seating

• Hot tub on the sun deck

• Advanced fire & smoke detection systems

Book Your Nebyt Dahabiya Nile Cruise

This is one of Egypt’s most exclusive Nile sailing experiences, with very limited availability due to the small number of cabins.

👉 Reserve now and discover the Nile in its most serene, authentic, and luxurious form.