Three Pyramids Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Three Pyramids Dahabiya is a traditional Nile sailing vessel offering intimate small-group cruises between Luxor and Aswan. The boat features six double cabins (approx. 13 sqm) and one suite (approx. 21 sqm with private terrace). All cabins have large panoramic windows, air conditioning and private bathrooms. Onboard facilities include a sun deck, satellite TV/DVD, internet access/WiFi, a pool, minibar, 24-hour power (220V), water filtration, room service, laundry and an accompanying motorboat for calm-wind assistance. Itineraries follow the Luxor–Edfu–Kom Ombo–Aswan corridor and include Egyptologist-guided excursions to major archaeological sites.

Highlights

• Sails between Luxor and Aswan with scheduled stops at Edfu, Kom Ombo and iconic sites
• Visits Philae Temple, the High Dam, Karnak, Luxor Temple and the Valley of the Kings
• Small-ship dahabiya with panoramic windows and a private-suite option
• Optional early-morning excursion to Abu Simbel (available on selected departures)
• Full-board catering with Egyptologist-led guided excursions included

Itinerary

Day Day 1 — Embarkation and Aswan sightseeing (4-day Friday departure)

Embark in Aswan with lunch served onboard, then visit Philae Temple and the High Dam. Free time to explore the Aswan market before returning to the dahabiya for the evening.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 2 — Kom Ombo via sailing (4-day)

Breakfast on board. An optional early-morning excursion to Abu Simbel is available (extra). After lunch the dahabiya sails to Kom Ombo where you visit the temple complex. Continue to Al Ramady Island for dinner and an overnight mooring.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 3 — Sail to Esna and East Bank visit (4-day)

Early sailing toward Esna with breakfast onboard and lunch while underway. Cross the Esna lock then transfer by bus to visit the East Bank temples of Karnak and Luxor. Return to the dahabiya for dinner and overnight alongside the West Bank at Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 4 — West Bank sights and disembarkation in Luxor (4-day)

After breakfast visit the West Bank highlights including the Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut's temple and the Colossi of Memnon. Disembarkation in Luxor follows these visits.

Meals: Breakfast

Day Day 1 — Embarkation and Luxor East Bank visit (5-day Monday departure)

Embark in Luxor with lunch onboard, followed by a visit to Luxor and Karnak Temples. Dinner and overnight on the West Bank in Luxor.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 2 — West Bank and sailing to Esna (5-day)

Breakfast on board, then visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple and the Colossi of Memnon). Return for lunch onboard and sail toward Esna; enjoy tea on the sun deck and dinner while underway. Overnight mooring beside an island.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 3 — Cross Esna lock; visit Edfu (5-day)

Cross Esna lock in the morning while having breakfast, then continue sailing toward Edfu with lunch onboard. Visit the Temple of Edfu before sailing to Al Ramady Island for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 4 — Sail toward Aswan via el Sheikh Fadl Island (5-day)

Early morning sailing to Aswan with breakfast onboard. Visit or sail by el Sheikh Fadl Island; lunch is served while cruising. Tea time and dinner at el Sheikh Fadl Island, then sail on to Aswan for an overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day Day 5 — Aswan sightseeing and disembarkation (5-day)

Arrive into Aswan early morning and enjoy breakfast onboard. Morning excursions include Philae Temple and the High Dam, followed by disembarkation in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast

Included

• Meet-and-assist on arrival and departure
• Onboard accommodation on full board basis aboard a 5-star dahabiya
• All transfers by modern air-conditioned vehicle (as per itinerary)
• All Nile cruise excursions listed in the itinerary
• Entrance fees to sites between Luxor and Aswan (as noted)
• Services of an Egyptologist guide during excursions
• All service charges and taxes
• Complimentary pickup and drop-off in Luxor or Aswan (East Bank locations)

Not included

• Any extras not specified in the itinerary
• Tipping (gratuities)