Aswan ⇄ Dendera ⇄ Luxor
The extended "Long Cruise" — seven nights threading the southern temples with the exclusive pilgrimage to Abydos and Dendera, at the most generous pace.
- Duration
- 7 Nights · 8 Days
- Route
- Aswan → Dendera → Luxor
- Embark
- Aswan
- Disembark
- Luxor
- Pace
- Extended · flexible
- Duration
- 7 Nights · 8 Days
- Route
- Luxor → Dendera → Aswan
- Embark
- Luxor
- Disembark
- Aswan
- Pace
- Extended · flexible
Route Overview
The voyage, end to end
Seven nights combining the classic southern route with the special excursion to Abydos and Dendera — the same sacred itinerary as our six-night Long Cruise, with an extra day to savour it. Sailable in either direction.
The voyage, end to end
Seven nights combining the classic southern route with the special excursion to Abydos and Dendera — the same sacred itinerary as our six-night Long Cruise, with an extra day to savour it. Sailable in either direction.
Available Routes
The same temples and experiences, with the order tailored to your arrival city. Select a direction and the day-by-day below will follow.
Highlights
- Philae Temple
- Kom Ombo
- Edfu
- Abydos
- Dendera
- Karnak
Day by Day
Your journey, unhurried
Showing Aswan → Dendera → Luxor
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Day 1
Detailed day-by-day coming soon
We're finalising the full daily programme for this voyage. Contact us and we'll share the complete itinerary, tailored to your dates and group.
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Day 1
Detailed day-by-day coming soon
We're finalising the full daily programme for this voyage. Contact us and we'll share the complete itinerary, tailored to your dates and group.
Good to Know
Tips for Your Trip
- This itinerary involves significant walking at archaeological sites, often on uneven ground.
- Comfortable shoes, sun protection, and water are essential for daily excursions.
- The sailing schedule and overnight mooring locations are subject to change based on river and lock conditions.
Travel Notes
This itinerary provides a general framework; the order of visits on specific days may be arranged by your guide to ensure the best possible experience based on conditions.
All-Inclusive Charter
What's Included
Your charter rate is full-board — a complete luxury sailing experience, with no hidden fees.
Gourmet Dining
- Breakfast — extensive open buffet with hot & cold selections
- Lunch — open buffet with a live outdoor barbecue station
- Dinner — generous open buffet
- Daily sunset tea service on deck, with premium teas & snacks
Beverages, All Day
- 24-hour service: bottled mineral water, fresh juices (orange, lemonade, hibiscus), soft drinks & daily smoothies
- Specialty coffees — espresso, macchiato, American, Egyptian — and a premium tea selection
- Complimentary local premium beer & wine
No Hidden Fees
- All onboard meals & beverages included
- 14% VAT (Value Added Tax) included
- 12% service charges included
Crew gratuity is not included. It is customary for guests to contribute US $6 per person per night, handed to the dahabiya's manager and shared equally among the crew.
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journey
7 nights on the Nile, entirely private and tailored to your group. Tell us your dates and we'll do the rest.