Experience the pinnacle of Nile sailing with our 8 Days / 7 Nights Dahbya Merit Nile Cruise. Departing and returning to Luxor, this extended boutique voyage offers the most comprehensive and relaxing way to explore Ancient Egypt. Unlike larger vessels, the Dahbya Merit harnesses the power of the wind to guide you to exclusive sites such as the tombs of El Kab and the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila. With a full week on the water, you will have ample time to visit the Valley of the Kings, Philae Temple, and Kom Ombo at a leisurely pace. Onboard, enjoy the intimacy of a small ship featuring world-class service, authentic gourmet cuisine, and the tranquil atmosphere that only a traditional Dahbya can provide.

7 Nights - 8 Days

Luxor - Luxor

Day 1 - Saturday

Embarkation in Luxor.
Lunch on board.
After Lunch visit the Luxor & Karnak Temples. 
Dinner and Overnight on the West bank.

Day 2 – Sunday

Breakfast on board.
Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple and the Colossi of Memnon).
Lunch on board.
Sail to Esna and Tea time on the Sun Deck.
Dinner during sailing.
Overnight beside an Island.

Day 3 – Monday

Breakfast while crossing Esna Lock.
Sail to Edfu and Lunch during sailing
Visit the Temple of Edfu.
Sail to Al Ramady Island.
Dinner on board and Overnight beside Al Ramady Island. 

Day 4 – Tuesday

Early morning sail to Gebel El Silsila‎‏ and Breakfast on board sail to visit Kom Ombo Temple.
Sail to el Sheikh Fadl Island and Lunch on board during sailing.
Tea time and Dinner on el Sheikh Fadl Island.
Sail to Aswan after Dinner and Overnight on board.

Day 5 Wednesday

Arrive to Aswan Early morning (6:00 AM).
Breakfast on board.
Visit the Philae Temple and the High dam.
Lunch on board.
Free time at Aswan market and Overnight Aswan.

Day 6 Thursday

Breakfast on board.
Possibility of Visit Abu Simbel Temple early morning (Optional Visit).
Lunch on board.
Sail to el Ramady Island.

Day 7 Friday

Early morning Sail to Esna.
Breakfast on board.
Lunch while crossing Esna lock.
Sail to Luxor.
Dinner and overnight in Luxor West Bank.

Day 8 Saturday

Breakfast on board.
Disembarkation in Luxor.

Itinerary is subject to modification according to navigational and security restrictions without prior notice.

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