Step back in time on this 10-day journey through Egypt’s most iconic sites, paired with the elegance of a traditional dahabiya Nile cruise. From the Pyramids of Giza and the treasures of Luxor to the hidden villages along the Nile and the grand temples of Abu Simbel, this trip combines history, culture, and authentic local encounters. With fewer travelers on board, the dahabiya offers an intimate way to experience the timeless beauty of the Nile.
✈️ Important to Know
- 🌍 International flights are not included in the tour price.
- 🏨 Meeting point: the first hotel listed in your itinerary (meet your Anubis Tours guide there).
- 🕓 You can arrive any time on Day 1 of the tour.
- 🚐 Airport transfers are available on request.
- 📧 Need help? Email us at info@anubistoursegypt.com — we’re happy to assist!
Sailing Into History: Egypt by Dahabiya
Day 1 – Cairo: Welcome to Egypt
Arrive in Cairo, meet your tour leader and fellow travelers, and enjoy a warm welcome to Egypt.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Giza: Pyramids & Sphinx
Marvel at the Great Pyramids and the enigmatic Sphinx—timeless wonders that continue to inspire awe.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 – Luxor: Temples of the Nile
Fly to Luxor and explore its monumental temples before boarding your dahabiya Nile cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 – Luxor: Valley of the Kings
Discover the Valley of the Kings and the grand West Bank temples.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
Day 5 – Esna → Ramadi: Nile Sailing
Enjoy a full day under sail, stopping at hidden sites and experiencing life along the riverbanks.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 – Ramadi → Herdyab Island: Life on the Nile
Sail past fertile farmlands and welcoming villages, experiencing the timeless rhythm of river life.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 – Herdyab → Aswan: Nubian Culture
Sail to Aswan, Egypt’s southern gateway, and visit a traditional Nubian village.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 – Abu Simbel
Travel to the magnificent Abu Simbel temples, rescued from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9 – Cairo: Grand Finale
Visit the Egyptian Museum
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 – Cairo: Departure
Your Egyptian journey ends—depart with memories to last a lifetime.
Meals: Breakfast

