Our Programs
Our programs offer unforgettable Nile River journeys. Each trip is designed to showcase Egypt’s rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture.
Program 4 nights / 5 days Esna / Aswan
Embark on a timeless 5-day journey aboard the traditional Dahabieh Nuba Nile, sailing from Esna to Aswan. This luxurious and tranquil voyage down the Nile immerses you in ancient Egypt's wonders. Explore the majestic temples of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. Discover local life in Nubian villages, enjoy a barbecue on a palm-fringed island, and be entertained by traditional music under the stars. This trip perfectly blends iconic history with the serene beauty of the Nile, ending in the captivating city of Aswan.
Know MoreDay 1: LUXOR – ESNA – - EL KAAB -EL HEGZ 1
At the start of the first day, you will head out with your guide to visit the temples of
Karnak, a complex of masterpieces extending over more than 100 hectares. At its
heart lies a huge architectural ensemble called the Great Temple of Amun. It was
each Pharaoh’s dreamt enlarge and redecorate it. During the visit you will mainly focus
on the Temples of Seti II, Ramses III, the Hypostyle Hall with its 134 giant
sandstone columns, the Sacred Lake, and the open-air museum.
You will then cross the Nile through the bridge to reach the Theban Necropolis that lies
on the left bank to enjoy the amazing Valley of the Kings. Your guide will show you
three of the most beautiful tombs open to visitors.
When you leave the Necropolis, you will enjoy a thirty-minute drive in the countryside,
heading towards the South of Luxor to reach the City of Esna, the home port of the
Dahabieh NUBA NILE.
The Dahabieh is a type of river boat specific to
Egypt, as during very early times, travel in
Egypt could only be done by boat because the
Nile floods prevented the establishment of a real
system of roads. The Khedives and kings of
Egypt, such as Khedive Abbas II, built
Dahabieh boats mimicking the old model out of
a passion for sailing on the Nile.
Once you arrive to NUBA NILE, a crew member
will offer you a beautifully rose-scented fresh,
wet towel along with a traditional drink from the
region. This drink called Karkadé is an infusion
of hibiscus flowers. Freshly squeezed lemon juice
with mint will also be offered. Once you have
relaxed, it will be time to settle into the cabins.
The Dahabieh will start sailing along the Nile
while you enjoy your first meal on board.
You will then reach El Kab, a 5000-year-oldcity
built during the periods 747-332 B.C., and
discovered during the Neolithic era El Kab was
the meeting place of Horus and his wife
Hathor, during the feast of "the Beautiful
Union".
Your first afternoon will be spent relaxing while
exploring the vast landscape along the banks of
the river until you stop at El Hegz, where you
will spend your first night on board.
Your dinner will be served on deck with a variety
of Egyptian dishes prepared on board.
Luxor to Esna
Visit Karnak & Valley of the Kings before sailing south.
Edfu & Fawaza
Visit Horus Temple, then enjoy a Nubian night on the island.
Day 2: EL HEGZ - EDFOU – FAWAZA 2
Breakfast will be served on deck while sailing in the soft morning breeze.
You will then sail toward Edfu, which you will visit after lunch. The highlight of Edfu is
undoubtedly The Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. his
temple dedicated to the Falcon God, son of Isis and Osiris, also reveals a clear vision
of a temple in the Greco-Roman era.
The departure for the visit will be by a horse-drawn carriage. After the visit, you will
return on board and resume navigation to reach the Island of Fawaza. A lovely
barbeque dinner will be served on this island amidst the palm grove.
One of the nicest nights of the trip, is this night when the boat crew entertain every one
with a traditional show of Nubian dances and songs, one of the most beautiful rhythms
of music in Egypt and which dates back to the time of the ancient Egyptians.
Day 3: BASAW – GEBEL SILSILA – HOREMHEB – BESHIR 3
Breakfast will be served while enjoying a view of the magical landscape. You can also
have the pleasure of a morning dip before sailing to the Village of Basaw.
The houses of Basaw are notorious for their unique drawings depicting the journey to
Mecca .They will remind you of those in the tombs and on the temples of Ancient
Egyptians who had wanted to immortalize the most significant events of their passage
on Earth. This tradition continues until today.
You will get to see local fishermen in their small boats, and will have the chance to
throw the traditional net to fish, and if you are lucky you might even provide lunch!
On this day, your chef will go to the fish market to select the best fillets from the day's
catch, which you will have for lunch accompanied by a variety of traditional Nubian
dishes (all made from fish).
We will reach the site of Djabel El Silsela, which was once a quarry that was used to
build several temples in Egypt.
During this part of the trip, the landscape will take a new form as you will start to view
steep cliffs with a narrowing Nile.
You will discover several small chapels as well as the sanctuary of Horemoheb. These
places were used for the celebration of the Nile in Greco-Roman times.
Dinner will be served in the evening.
Edfu & Fawaza
Visit Horus Temple, then enjoy a Nubian night on the island.
Kom Ombo & Daraw
Explore Sobek’s temple and visit the lively camel market of Daraw.
Day 4: BESHIR – KOM OMBO – DARAW - HERDIAB 4
The trip will head out to Kom-Ombo during breakfast time. Upon arrival, you will dock
at the foot of the site for a one-and-a-half-hour visit.
This temple dedicated to God Sobek (Crocodile God) was built in the Ptolemaic era.
You will have the opportunity to discover the crocodile mummies in an almost perfect
state of preservation, exhibited in a room at the entrance of the temple.
One of the most unique aspects of the temple of Kom-Ombo is the drawings of the
surgical instruments such as the scalpels, curettes, forceps and medicine bottles. You
will also get to see one of the Egyptian calendars that we often find in several temples.
Next, you will visit one of the largest local markets called the Daraw market.
The city of Daraw is the capital of camel trade in Egypt, which arrives from Sudan by
the trail of forty days.
The forty-day trail is the name given to this trail that ran along the Nile in the middle of
the Nubian Desert. Trade between the North and the South was done by camel
caravans to transport all kinds of goods from Africa.
Today the camels have given way to trucks and the camels themselves are transported
by trucks to be resold in Daraw, and then be distributed throughout Egypt.
Lunch will be served on deck. NUBA NILE will head out to reach the village Herbiab.
Herbiab. will allow you to discover the millennial agricultural methods that date back to
the Pharaonic era and you will have the opportunity to enjoy a last swim on the beach
of Herbiab.
Dinner will be served in the evening.
Day 5: HERBIAB – ASWAN 5
Breakfast on board before your final departure.
You will head out to the Island of Agilika where The Temple of Philae is located.
This temple was dedicated to the Goddess Isis and is truly a rare and magical beauty
which was fortunately saved from the water.
The city of Aswan is the third largest city in Egypt, and lies in the South. It is a very
special city, welcoming and serene due to the temperament of its inhabitants, who are
mostly Nubian.
Everyone always falls in love with Aswan.
Philae & Aswan
Visit the sacred Temple of Isis and discover the serene charm of Aswan.
