Private Dahabiya Sailing Cruise Luxor to Aswan | TUT Voyages
A traditional sailboat, real wind power, and the slow Nile of a century ago
About this activity
Private multi-day dahabiya sailing cruise between Luxor and Aswan aboard a traditional Nile sailboat, with full board and guided temple stops.
Full description
A multi-day private cruise aboard a dahabiya, a traditional twin-masted Nile sailboat, between Luxor and Aswan — a slower, quieter, and more exclusive way to see the Nile than a standard cruise ship.
What's included
- Private cabin accommodation for the full cruise
- All meals on board
- Captain and crew
- English-speaking Egyptologist guide for shore excursions
- Guided stops at temples along the route
Not included
- Temple entry tickets at each stop
- Transfer to/from the boarding point
- Tipping for crew and guide (optional)
About this activity
Highlights
- ✓Sail the Nile the traditional way, aboard a real wind-powered dahabiya
- ✓Small, private boat — a handful of cabins, not a large cruise ship
- ✓Stop at temples and riverside villages standard cruise ships pass by
- ✓Full board included throughout the cruise
Tour Itinerary & Map
- 1 Board the dahabiya in Luxor, afternoon sail begins
- 2 Sailing day with a temple or village stop
- 3 Sailing day with a temple or village stop
- 4 Arrive in Aswan, disembark after breakfast
Why Choose This Tour
Real wind-powered sailing on a small traditional boat, not a large fixed-schedule cruise ship.
Trip Essentials
4 days / 3 nights
Luxor, Egypt
Professional guides & equipment
Secure & flexible options
Frequently Asked Questions
Customer Reviews (2)
We were happy with every excursion we booked through this group — Dahab 5-in-1, a yacht trip to Tiran Island with diving, and more. Everything was fast to book and we never had any trouble finding our buses. For every trip the manager wrote in detail what to bring, so there were no surprises along the way. Thank you for the vivid memories ♥
Everything was great, just as agreed over WhatsApp. We chose the Super Luxor program without shopping stops. The price matched the website. Cheaper than with local guides. Recommend TUT VOYAGES.
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