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Agatha Dahabiya

Step aboard the Agatha Dahabiya and experience the Nile in its most graceful form. This elegant sailing vessel offers a tranquil and exclusive journey between Esna and Aswan, designed for travelers who appreciate a slower pace and deeper connection with Egypt’s timeless river. With its refined interiors, attentive crew, and serene atmosphere, the Agatha Dahabiya provides a perfect balance of comfort and discovery. As you glide along the Nile, explore ancient temples, quiet villages, and breathtaking landscapes far from the crowds. Whether relaxing on the sun deck, swimming in the river, or wal

  • Duration6 days / 5 nights
  • TypeDahabiya
Agatha Dahabiya

Overview

Step aboard the Agatha Dahabiya and experience the Nile in its most graceful form. This elegant sailing vessel offers a tranquil and exclusive journey between Esna and Aswan, designed for travelers who appreciate a slower pace and deeper connection with Egypt’s timeless river. With its refined interiors, attentive crew, and serene atmosphere, the Agatha Dahabiya provides a perfect balance of comfort and discovery. As you glide along the Nile, explore ancient temples, quiet villages, and breathtaking landscapes far from the crowds. Whether relaxing on the sun deck, swimming in the river, or walking through historic sites, every moment aboard this dahabiya captures the essence of authentic Nile travel.

Highlights

  • Boarding at Esna and the Temple of Khnum
  • El Kab's tombs and the Temple of Horus at Edfu
  • A day of sailing, swimming and desert inscriptions
  • Gebel el-Silsila's quarries and shrines
  • Kom Ombo and the Crocodile Museum before Aswan

Itinerary

  1. 1Boarding in Esna – Visit the Temple of Khnum

    Your adventure begins in Esna, located about 33 miles south of Luxor. Upon arrival, board the Agatha Dahabiya and meet the welcoming crew. Before departure, take a guided walk through Esna’s lively streets, famous for their colorful markets and traditional weaving. Explore the Temple of Khnum, an ancient sanctuary situated below the modern city level, admired for its beautifully preserved columns and intricate carvings. Meals: Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard the Dahabiya in Esna

  2. 2El Kab & Edfu – Ancient Capitals and Temples

    Enjoy a calm morning sail before reaching El Kab, once the capital of Upper Egypt. Stroll through a local fishing village to visit the Temple of Nekhbet and the nearby cliffside tombs. Continue sailing to Edfu, where a horse-drawn carriage will take you to the grand Temple of Horus, one of Egypt’s best-preserved monuments. After exploring, return to the dahabiya and sail toward a peaceful Nile island for a relaxing evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard the Dahabiya near Edfu

  3. 3Nile Sailing, Swimming, and Desert Inscriptions

    Spend the day immersed in the rhythm of the Nile. Enjoy breakfast on deck as the dahabiya glides gently downstream. In the afternoon, stop at a quiet island for a refreshing swim or a leisurely walk. Later, venture into a desert valley adorned with prehistoric carvings and ancient hieroglyphs that once marked trade routes between Egypt and Libya. As night falls, anchor beneath the illuminated cliffs of Gebel el-Silsileh for a magical evening. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard the Dahabiya at Gebel el-Silsileh

  4. 4Gebel el-Silsileh – Quarries and Sacred Temples

    Wake to the dramatic scenery where the Nile narrows between sandstone cliffs. Visit the ancient quarries of Gebel el-Silsileh, where stone was once extracted for Egypt’s grand temples, and explore the Temple of Horemheb. After lunch on board, continue sailing to a scenic riverbank where you can relax, swim, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard the Dahabiya en route to Kom Ombo

  5. 5Kom Ombo – Temple of Sobek and the Crocodile Museum

    Arrive at Kom Ombo, a striking riverside temple dedicated to two deities: Sobek, the crocodile god, and Haroeris, the falcon-headed god. Explore the temple’s symmetrical design and fascinating reliefs before visiting the nearby Crocodile Museum, home to mummified crocodiles once revered in ancient times. Return to the dahabiya for your final evening under the stars. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight: Onboard the Dahabiya near Kom Ombo

  6. 6Arrival in Aswan – Farewell to the Nile

    Enjoy your last breakfast as the dahabiya sails toward Aswan, surrounded by golden desert landscapes. Upon arrival near Aswan Bridge, disembark and transfer to your hotel or onward destination, marking the end of your unforgettable Nile journey aboard the Agatha Dahabiya. Meals: Breakfast Overnight: Disembarkation in Aswan

What’s included

  • Meet and assist upon arrival at the airport or railway station
  • Accommodation on board the Agatha Dahabiya on a full-board basis
  • Professional tour guide fluent in English, Portuguese, German, or Spanish
  • All sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions
  • Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary
  • Bottled water provided during excursions
  • All transfers in a private air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

Not included

  • Optional excursions
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping

How booking works

  1. Send your dates

    Use the enquiry form with your travel dates and how many people are coming. Nothing is charged and nothing is held at this point.

  2. We reply with a plan

    You get a written itinerary and a full price back — what is included, what is not, and what the alternatives are if a date or a hotel does not work.

  3. You change what you want

    Go back and forth as many times as you need. The itinerary is not fixed until you say it is.

  4. Confirm and travel

    Once the plan is right, we confirm the bookings and send you the final documents with your guide and driver details.

Frequently asked questions

How long is Agatha Dahabiya?

6 days and 5 nights in total, counted from your arrival day to your departure day.

Is there a day-by-day itinerary?

Yes — 6 days are written out above, with what you see and where you sleep on each one. Every day can be changed before you book.

How much does Agatha Dahabiya cost?

It starts at $2,879 per person. The final price depends on your dates, your group size and the hotel level you choose, so we quote it for your specific trip rather than selling a fixed package.

What is included in the price?

8 things are included, listed in full above. In short: meet and assist upon arrival at the airport or railway station; accommodation on board the agatha dahabiya on a full-board basis; professional tour guide fluent in english, portuguese, german, or spanish; all sightseeing tours conducted as private guided excursions, and more.

What is not included?

The exclusions are listed above in full. The main ones are optional excursions; personal expenses; tipping. Ask us before you book if you want any of them added — most of them can be.

Can this trip be changed?

Yes. Nothing on this page is fixed. Days can be added or dropped, sites swapped, hotels moved up or down, and the whole route rebuilt around what you actually want to see.

What to pack

Clothing

  • Loose cotton or linen — it is hot in the sun and cold on the water after dark
  • A light long-sleeved layer for evenings and for sun cover at open sites
  • Shoulders and knees covered for mosques and churches; a scarf for women at mosques
  • One warm layer between November and February — desert nights drop sharply

Feet

  • Closed walking shoes you have already broken in — temple ground is uneven stone and sand
  • Sandals or slip-ons for the boat and the hotel

Sun and heat

  • A wide-brimmed hat — there is almost no shade at Giza, Karnak or Abu Simbel
  • High-factor sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
  • Sunglasses
  • A refillable water bottle

For the Nile boat

  • Swimwear — most cruise boats have a sun deck pool
  • A light windproof layer for the top deck while sailing
  • Motion-sickness tablets if you are sensitive, though the river is calm

Practical

  • A universal adapter — Egypt uses European two-pin type C and F sockets at 220V
  • Any medication you take, in its original packaging
  • Small notes in local currency for tips and small purchases
  • A power bank — you will be off a socket for most of each day

Gallery

The Temple of Khnum at Esna — view 2The Temple of Horus at Edfu — view 3The Nile River — view 4The Temple of Kom Ombo — view 5Felucca Sailing on the Nile — view 6

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