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Nile Privé Dahabiya | Ultra-Luxury Private Nile Sailing Experience (5 Days)

This is not a cruise. It is a private passage along the Nile—designed for those who seek discretion, depth, and absolute refinement.

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This is not a cruise. It is a private passage along the Nile—designed for those who seek discretion, depth, and absolute refinement. Aboard your exclusively chartered Dahabiya, you move with the rhythm of wind and water, far from the fixed schedules and crowds of conventional Nile cruises. With only your chosen companions onboard, every detail—from cuisine to pacing—is tailored with precision. Sailing between Luxor and Aswan, you will explore Egypt’s most revered temples while also stepping beyond the expected—into riverside villages, quiet landscapes, and authentic encounters that remain inaccessible to larger vessels. Guided privately, served personally, and experienced intimately—this journey redefines what a Nile voyage can be
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At A Glance

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Route: LuxorEdfuKom OmboAswan
Experience: Ultra-luxury private sailing
Vessel: Exclusive Dahabiya charter
Guide: Private Egyptologist
Style: Slow travel, cultural immersion, total privacy

Summary Itinerary

Day 1 – West Bank, embarkation, Luxor Temple at sunset
Day 2 – Karnak Temple, private sailing toward Edfu
Day 3 – Edfu Temple, sandstone quarry, private village encounter
Day 4 – Kom Ombo Temple, sail to Aswan
Day 5 – Disembarkation, Unfinished Obelisk & Philae Temple

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Itinerary

Day 01 – The West Bank & A Private Beginning

Your journey opens on the western horizon of Luxor, where the desert holds the memory of kings. Descend into the sacred chambers of the Valley of the Kings, where color, symbolism, and silence converge in spaces designed for eternity. Continue to the architectural harmony of the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, rising with precision against the cliffs, followed by the timeless presence of the Colossi of Memnon. From monumentality to intimacy, you transition to your privately chartered Dahabiya. No crowds, no schedules—only your space, your pace. Lunch is served on deck as the Nile begins its quiet work. In the late afternoon, visit Luxor Temple, where the soft light of dusk transforms stone into atmosphere—subtle, ceremonial, enduring. Return to your vessel for an evening defined by stillness, privacy, and understated elegance. Overnight: Private Dahabiya in Luxor

Day 02 – Karnak & The Art of Slow Travel

Begin at the vast and commanding Karnak Temple Complex, where scale itself becomes a language of power. Columns rise in silent procession, inscriptions unfolding like a dialogue across centuries. Return to your Dahabiya and begin sailing. Here, the experience shifts—from exploration to immersion. No engines interrupt the moment. The sail responds to the wind, and the river dictates the rhythm. Time expands. Landscapes pass quietly—fields, fishermen, distant villages—unrehearsed and uninterrupted. This is the Nile as it once was. Overnight: Sailing toward Edfu

Day 03 – Edfu & An Encounter Beyond Tourism

Arrive at Edfu and explore the monumental Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the most intact temple complexes in Egypt. Its precision, scale, and preservation offer a rare clarity into ancient ritual life. Continue to a sandstone quarry—an unrefined landscape where temples once began, where intention met material. Later, step into a moment that defines the Dahabiya experience. You are welcomed into a local Nile-side village—not as a visitor, but as a guest. Walk its quiet paths, enter a family home, and share conversation that requires no performance. It is unscripted, genuine, and profoundly grounding. Return to your Dahabiya with a deeper understanding of Egypt—not only its past, but its present. Overnight: Nile riverbank

Day 04 – Kom Ombo & The Final Passage

Sail toward the distinctive Kom Ombo Temple, where duality defines both structure and meaning. Perfectly symmetrical, it reflects balance between opposing forces—Sobek and Horus, river and sky. Return onboard and continue your private passage toward Aswan. The landscape softens. The light becomes warmer, slower. The Nile widens into a final, quiet expression of itself. Your last evening onboard is not an ending, but a pause—an opportunity to absorb the journey in its entirety. Overnight: Aswan

Day 05 – Aswan & A Gentle Conclusion

Disembark in Aswan, where your final visits bring both scale and subtlety. At the Unfinished Obelisk, the process of ancient craftsmanship is revealed in raw form. At Philae Temple, elegance returns—an island sanctuary dedicated to Isis, where myth, water, and architecture exist in quiet harmony. Your journey concludes not with departure, but with perspective—Egypt experienced beyond the expected.

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Choose Your Travel Style

Each journey can be tailored across our three distinct travel styles—from the elegant Signature Collection, to the elevated Refined Collection, and the exceptional Legend Collection featuring Egypt’s most iconic hotels and luxury Nile cruises. Whether sailing the Nile in refined comfort or indulging in the finest heritage properties, every experience is privately guided and seamlessly designed.

From $2,450 per person

Indicative pricing based on double occupancy. Final rates vary by season,number of travellers  and availability.

Cairo

Steigenberger Pyramids / Kempinski Nile Hotel

Luxor

Steigenberger Nile Palace Luxor

Aswan

Tolip Aswan Hotel

Nile Cruise

MS Le Fayan Nile Cruise / MS Mayfair Nile Cruise

Hurghada

Marriott

Each journey can be tailored across our three distinct travel styles—from the elegant Signature Collection, to the elevated Refined Collection, and the exceptional Legend Collection featuring Egypt’s most iconic hotels and luxury Nile cruises. Whether sailing the Nile in refined comfort or indulging in the finest heritage properties, every experience is privately guided and seamlessly designed.

From $3,250 per person

Indicative pricing based on double occupancy. Final rates vary by season,number of travellers  and availability.

Cairo

Fairmont Nile City / Sheraton Cairo / Hyatt Regency Cairo West

Luxor

Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa

Aswan

Mövenpick Resort Aswan

Nile Cruise

MS Farah Nile Cruise / Sonesta St. George Nile Cruise

Hurghada

Steigenberger – Hilton Resort

Each journey can be tailored across our three distinct travel styles—from the elegant Signature Collection, to the elevated Refined Collection, and the exceptional Legend Collection featuring Egypt’s most iconic hotels and luxury Nile cruises. Whether sailing the Nile in refined comfort or indulging in the finest heritage properties, every experience is privately guided and seamlessly designed.

From $5,900 per person

Indicative pricing based on double occupancy. Final rates vary by season,number of travellers  and availability.

Cairo

Four Seasons Nile Plaza / St. Regis Cairo

Luxor

Sofitel Winter Palace Luxor

Aswan

Sofitel Legend Old Cataract Aswan

Nile Cruise

Oberoi Philae Nile Cruise / Sanctuary Sun Boat

Hurghada

Oberoi Sahl Hashish – Steigenberger EL Gouna

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Tailor This Journey

Every journey can be fully customized. Contact us to design your private Egypt experience based on your preferred travel style.

FAQ

Is this completely private?
Yes. The Dahabiya is exclusively chartered—no shared guests, no fixed schedules.

Can the itinerary be customized?
Fully. Timing, stops, meals, and experiences can all be tailored.

Who is this experience designed for?
Travelers seeking privacy, cultural depth, and a slower, more refined way to experience Egypt.

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