{"title":"Dahabiya Nile Cruise Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nile-cruises-dahabiyas\"\u003eBack to Nile Cruises\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA dahabiya offers a smaller-vessel way to experience the Nile, with time aboard forming part of the journey rather than simply connecting monuments. Distinguish a cabin reservation from exclusive use of the vessel. Private guiding does not automatically mean that every cabin is reserved for your party.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eCompare your options\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eExperience\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSuggested time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCheck before booking\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMerit Dahabiya\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 days \/ 3 nights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA compact Aswan–Luxor journey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabin pricing and actual boarding port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-day Sacred Walk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-day wider journey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCairo plus Nile and reflection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNights aboard versus total nights\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-day Sacred Walk listing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-day wider journey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA longer mindful itinerary\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHow it differs from the 10-day option\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe itineraries below are planning suggestions, not an added promise of inclusions. Final timings, site access, vessels and optional visits must be confirmed for the tour and package you select.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItinerary planning\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested four-day framework\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDay 1: Aswan arrival, confirmed sightseeing and embarkation. Day 2: sailing time and a temple visit according to the vessel schedule. Day 3: further river travel and scheduled sightseeing around the Edfu\/Esna section. Day 4: the confirmed Luxor arrangements and disembarkation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a planning framework, not a verified day-by-day operating schedule. The Merit listing includes Philae, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Esna and Luxor highlights; ask for the actual sequence and clarify whether any section uses a road transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSeasonal considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOctober to April is generally more comfortable for outdoor sightseeing in Upper Egypt. Bring layers for early starts and evenings on the water. May to September can be intensely hot: arrange the most exposed visits early, build in shaded breaks and leave the middle of the day less demanding. Wind and river operating conditions can affect sailing and stop order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHoliday periods can be busy. During Ramadan and religious holidays, opening hours and meal arrangements may differ; reconfirm the schedule for your actual travel dates rather than relying on a fixed year-round timetable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTips for this experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck cabin category, bed setup, air-conditioning arrangements, drinks, gratuities and the booking price unit. Confirm the vessel name and departure date in writing before connecting flights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore the relevant journeys\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/merit-dahabiya-luxury-nile-cruise-4-days-aswan-to-luxor\"\u003eMerit Dahabiya Luxury Nile Cruise – 4 Days Aswan to Luxor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/egypt-sacred-walk-10-day-luxury-dahabiya-nile-cruise-spiritual-journey\"\u003eEgypt Sacred Walk – 10-Day Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise \u0026amp; Spiritual Journey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/egypt-sacred-walk-luxury-dahabiya-nile-cruise\"\u003eEgypt Sacred Walk \u0026amp; Luxury Dahabiya Nile Cruise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePractical planning\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePack comfortable shoes, sun protection and a refillable water bottle. Tell your travel planner about walking limits, steps, dietary needs and children's ages before choosing a route. An ancient site described as easy to visit may still have uneven surfaces; ask about the actual vehicle-to-entrance distance and access arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore paying, confirm your chosen package's guiding arrangements, pickup area, entrance tickets, special-access tickets, meals and transfers. A private guided excursion does not necessarily mean a private boat. Check the current product details and obtain a written itinerary for your dates; prices, operating days, site access and availability can change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRelated specialist guides\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/private-felucca-sailing-guide\"\u003ePrivate Felucca Sailing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lake-nasser-cruise-guide\"\u003eLake Nasser Cruise Planning Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eContinue your Egypt journey\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cairo-giza-highlights\"\u003eCairo \u0026amp; Giza Tours\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luxor-the-valley\"\u003eLuxor \u0026amp; The Valley\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aswan-escapes\"\u003eAswan Escapes\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nile-cruises-dahabiyas\"\u003eNile Cruises\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"merit-dahabiya-luxury-nile-cruise-4-days-aswan-to-luxor","title":"Merit Dahabiya Luxury Nile Cruise – 4 Days Aswan to Luxor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMerit Dahabiya – 4-Day Luxury Nile Sailing Aswan to Luxor\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGlide silently along the Nile aboard the elegant Merit Dahabiya, a traditional wooden sailing vessel offering an intimate and exclusive cruise experience between Aswan and Luxor. Discover hidden temples, riverside villages, and ancient wonders at a leisurely pace, far from the crowds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCruise Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Philae Temple (Aswan) – Island temple of the goddess Isis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Kom Ombo Temple – Dedicated to Sobek \u0026amp; Haroeris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Edfu Temple – One of the best-preserved temples in Egypt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Esna Temple \u0026amp; Lock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Luxor \u0026amp; Karnak Temples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✦ Valley of the Kings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCruise Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📍 Route: Aswan → Luxor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⏱ Duration: 4 days \/ 3 nights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚢 Vessel: Merit Dahabiya (traditional luxury sailing boat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽 Full board: All meals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎟 All temple entrances: Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📅 Availability: Every Wednesday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e👤 Private Egyptologist guide throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrice is per cabin. Contact us for single supplement \u0026amp; availability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 nights aboard the Merit Dahabiya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull board – all meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll temple entrance fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivate Egyptologist guide throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMeeting Point \u0026amp; Booking\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeeting point:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aswan – exact boarding details are confirmed with your booking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Departs every Wednesday\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook ahead:\u003c\/strong\u003e at least 24 hours before departure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCancellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e full refund if cancelled 72 hours or more before departure (minus non-refundable third-party costs) – \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cancellation-refund-policy\"\u003esee our policy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e⭐ Khonsu Tours is rated 4.5\/5 by travelers on Tripadvisor (17 reviews) – \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g294201-d15277521-Reviews-Khonsu_Tours-Cairo_Cairo_Governorate.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eread the reviews\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:28px\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#buchen\" class=\"button\"\u003eCheck availability \u0026amp; book ↓\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlan your Dahabiya Nile cruise\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the outline below to understand the pace and practical details of this experience. It supplements the package descriptions above; it does not add inclusions or shorten a multi-day journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTypical duration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e4 days \/ 3 nights from Aswan toward Luxor. The listing states Wednesday departures; actual sailing and boarding details require confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed itinerary outline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe sequence is illustrative unless explicitly described as the listed itinerary. Confirm timings, access and the final route for your selected package.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSuggested day 1: Aswan and embarkation\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eReach the confirmed meeting point in Aswan, settle aboard and follow the operator-confirmed sightseeing sequence. Philae is listed among the highlights, but its exact day and the relationship between sightseeing and boarding are not specified in the existing description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSuggested day 2: sailing and temple time\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow for river travel, meals aboard and the scheduled temple visit. Kom Ombo and Edfu are listed highlights of the full journey, not guaranteed day-2 stops in this preview. Request the complete four-day program, including Esna, Luxor and any road sections, before arranging onward travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIncluded items by package\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree nights aboard Merit Dahabiya, full board, listed temple entrance fees and private Egyptologist guiding are stated in the existing listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExcluded items and costs to confirm\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA complete exclusion list is not supplied. Confirm drinks, gratuities, flights, pre\/post-cruise hotels, special tickets and any transfers not explicitly listed; this preview does not establish their inclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSample travel date\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor planning only: 6 January 2027. This is an illustrative date, not a confirmed departure or a statement of availability. Check the booking calendar or request written confirmation before arranging flights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the price per person?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe existing listing states price per cabin. Confirm occupancy and any single supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the whole boat private?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA cabin booking and private guiding do not establish exclusive use of the vessel. Ask separately about charter arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this preview shorten the cruise?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It remains a four-day, three-night journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat should I prepare before departure?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBring comfortable footwear and sun protection. 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