The Dahabiya princess Hanna Luxury Nile Cruise gives you a Dahabiya sailing experience on the river Nile from Esna to Aswan that allows you to explore the ancient sites of Egypt in a traditional way. The great explorers and those completing the Grand Tour would have sailed the Nile on these types of boat. Our company owned and family run Dahabiya takes you on a Luxury small Nile cruise boat which combines historical and mystical sightseeing with the peace and tranquility of a Nile cruise as you dream it should be.
Duration
5 Days , 4 Nights
Location
Luxor / Aswan
Run
Every Monday
Type
Nile Cruise
Please Note:
- Please advise if you are vegetarian or have other dietary needs so we can make arrangements for that.
- There is No Engine on Dahabiya Princess Hanna.
- For a suite cabin with private balcony there will be extra supplement.
- There is opportunity to charter our Dahabiya Princess Hanna for your own private use to explore the Nile or to celebrate that special occasion with family and friends and to bring your own dreams to life in a truly unique way please contact us for more details and prices.
- Children over 12 are charged at full adult rate.
- The order of the itineraries maybe amended as a result of low-water levels, adverse weather conditions, lock closure or other unforeseen circumstances.
- There is an accompanying tender boat at all times.
- Please note this itinerary is subject to change to give the best sailing times for your enjoyment of the Nile.
- Please ensure that your passports must be valid for 6 months after your travel date.
Price Inclusions
- Transfer from hotel to Esna by a modern air-conditioned vehicle.
- 4 Night accommodation on Dahabeya Nile Cruise based on full board
- Meals at Nile cruise as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Water, soft drinks, tea and coffee are also included
- On the cruise. Alcohol is available to purchase onboard. (Excluded)
- All Sightseeing tours on your Nile Cruise as in the itinerary.
- Bottled mineral water during the tour
- All service charges and taxes
Price Exclusions
- Extra Optional entrance fees (Such as Tutankhamen Tomb, Tomb of Seti I , etc., at Valley of the Kings)
- Personal expenses.
- Tipping
Price per person in double cabin
Per person 180 US Dollars
Clint’s Review
Exploring the pyramids with Egypt Key Tours
We cannot thank you enough God really blessed us by having you be a part of our lives.
Our guide Jimmy was the best. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Love and excitement of history with our family. It was just surreal that we were there walking up to the pyramids. Thank you Egypt Key Tours.
Amazing, you made our trip one that will always be special!
Winingerm
Visited April 2017
Amazing Tour with Egypt Key Tours
I had an amazing private tour of the pyramids of Giza and old Cairo lead by Jimmy from Egypt Key Tours. My Group had a very limited time (18hr Cairo layover) and the trip jimmy put together was amazing. Unfortunately our arrival was after closing of the pyramids but jimmy arranged a special camel ride to the backside of the pyramids which was crazy amazing.
After that we had a pre-arranged dinner and afterwards a private tour of the Old Cairo after dark. The market and architecture of Old Cairo is unforgettably and Jimmy made the whole experience even more unforgettable by his meticulous planning and knowledge.
He was very easy to listen to (a walking history book) and made us feel absolutely safe. When I return to Egypt there will be two certainties-that I have more than 18 hrs, and that I book with Egypt Key Tours!
Lou S
Wilmington, North Carolina
Additional information
| Price per Person | Person in Single cabin, Person in Double cabin, Person in Triple cabin |
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Day 1 Monday: Major Highlights: Check Out From Hotel/Esna Temple Embarkation/ Check-In Dahabiya Nile Cruise:
Check-Out From Hotel After Breakfast: After you have done your breakfast, check out from your hotel to visit the Esna temple.
Visit Esna Temple: Esna Temple is one of the most unique Egyptian temples to visit. It is dedicated to Goddess Isis and her husband Ogdoad. It has many interesting inscriptions on its walls including a famous one about a lucky fisherman.
Check-In To Dahabiya Nile Cruise: Start your remarkable and memorable voyage on Dahabiya Nile Cruise. Dahabiyas are a symbol of Egypt. Egyptian royalty and celebrities have traveled on these boats since 1881. They were Mohamed Ali Pasha’s gift to Egypt. The very first of these yachts were the ‘Elbour’ built-in 1868. The original dahabiyas were long, vibrant boats that reflected traditional Egyptian culture and were used for hunting, trading, and warfare.
Sail to El Hegz Village: The El Hegz Village is situated amid a palm grove that is part of a vast area of natural reserve in Egypt. It is located in the south of Egypt, and at the foot of the highest mountain in Egypt, Mount Tahtit. The name of the village comes from its proximity to an area called El Hegz, which translated literally means “The Bay”.
After you finish this amazing tour, you will be transferred to Dahabiya Nile Cruise for dinner and night stay.
Meals Served: Lunch and Dinner
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Day 2 Tuesday: Major Highlights: Visit Edfu Temple
Have Breakfast: Enjoy the breakfast amidst the tranquility of the Nile River. Thereafter, get ready for the magnificent trip to Edfu temple.
Sail to Edfu Temple: The Edfu Temple is the temple of the goddess Satet in Egypt. It is the most important temple in the city of Edfu. The temple is a large proportion of the city of Edfu. Most of the people are working for the temple and their lifestyle is closely related to it.
It is a temple complex built to honor the falcon-headed God Horus. The complex consists of a colonnade of rams, courtyards, colonnades, sanctuaries, and halls. It is open daily to the public and it attracts thousands of tourists every year.
Back to Dahabiya Nile Cruise for Lunch: After a memorable trip to Edfu temple, you must be tired. Unwind yourself on the Dahabiya Nile Cruise and have your lunch.
Relax and Have Dinner: Sail again, time to relax with dinner, and drift into dreams as you are now becoming part of the rhythms of the Nile
Meals Served: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 3 Wednesday: Major Highlights: Visit Bisaw Island - Gebel el Silisila:
Visit Bisaw Island: On your third day on Dahabiya Nile Cruise, you will be witnessing the splendors of Bisaw Island and the village. You will be enjoying a leisurely walk through a farm, meet some of the women and children and learn how the unique sun bread is baked in homes here.
Bisaw Island is a small island in the North of Egypt. It is located in Lake Nasser, which was formed by the construction of the High Dam at Aswan. The island is rich in history, in terms of flora and fauna, and tourism.
Sail to Gebel el Silsila: Gebel El Silsila is a historical site in Egypt that dates back to the period of the Old Kingdom of Egypt. Explore the ancient sandstone quarries and rock-cut chapels of Horemhep, Set I and Merenptah.
It is a settlement in Egypt that dates back to ancient times. Once you visit the area, you will be able to see how the people had to find the balance between their human needs and the environment.
Meals Served: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 4 K:Thursday: Visit Kom Ombo Temple / Dararw
Start your day with a healthy and tasty breakfast on the Dahabiya Nile River Cruise and get ready for another exciting day full of adventures.
After Breakfast, A short walk from the Dahabiya dock, we visit the double temple of Haoeris and Sobek in Kom Ombo and Crocodile Museum.
Visit Daraw Town: It is located in the North-Western part of Darfur which is the central part of Sudan. It is located on the bank of the Nile River and is in the center of this area. Daraw Town is a very ancient city. Its strategic location ensures that it has a long history. Its architecture is distinctive, and has a rich history in itself.
Farewell Dinner: After an amazing day, you will be delighted with a scrumptious farewell dinner on the Dahabiya Nile Cruise which you will love.
Meals Served: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 5 Friday: Major Highlights: Disembarkation / Aswan Tour
After Breakfast, Check out the Dahabiya: This is your last day on the Dahabiya Nile Cruise. You will be served a finger-licking breakfast whose taste will linger with you for days. After your fantastic sail, you will check out the Dahabiya for your following journey.
Meals Served: Breakfast
