Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise

Your Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise starts early today. You begin with an early morning sail to Gebel El Selsela. This is where the ancient Egyptians cut the stone for their temples and tombs. You'll explore the old quarry site – caves, shrines, and small tombs cut into the rock. It gives you a real look into how they worked and what they believed.

Then, your luxury dahabiya Nile cruise continues sailing to Edfu. When you arrive, a horse-drawn carriage – called a "caleche" is waiting for you. It takes you through the town to the Temple of Horus. This is one of Egypt's largest and most complete monuments. At the entrance, two giant granite statues of the falcon god Horus stand on each side. They've been watching over the place for thousands of years.

After the temple you head back to the Dahabiya. You spend the rest of the night relaxing on deck watching villages and local life pass by as you sail.

Dinner is served on board. moving slowly toward your next stop.

Overnight in Aswan: Onboard Dahabiya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

After a leisurely breakfast aboard your luxury Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise, you'll sail to Luxor, arriving in the early afternoon.

Once you arrive you'll explore Luxor East Bank with your Egyptologist guide. You'll visit two of Egypt's most famous temples – Luxor Temple and Karnak Temple.

Luxor Temple was believed to be dedicated to the rejuvenation of kingship. Some say it may have served as a coronation site for pharaohs. It's smaller than Karnak but beautifully lit and full of atmosphere.

Then you head to Karnak Temple – a massive complex that feels like a vast open-air museum. It wasn't built by one pharaoh. Many kings over many centuries added their mark. You'll walk through the great hypostyle hall with its forest of giant columns. It's the kind of place that makes you feel small – in a good way.

After your tour, you return to your luxury dahabiya Nile cruise for dinner and overnight.

Overnight in Luxor: Onboard Dahabiya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Today is the last day of your 4 day Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

Your West Bank tour begins with a pickup from your Dahabiya. You'll travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the Valley of the Kings.

Here you will explore the famous tombs, including the resting place of Tutankhamun. The colors on the walls still look fresh after thousands of years.

Next you'll visit the impressive Temple of Hatshepsut. It was built for Egypt's first female pharaoh – three floors carved right into the cliff. Different from any other temple you've seen.

The tour ends with a stop at the Colossi of Memnon – two giant statues sitting alone in the field. They've been standing there since Pharaoh Amenhotep III was alive.

After the tour, you'll be transferred back to the mainland and then to either Luxor Airport or your hotel in Luxor.

Your Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise ends here. But the memories of the Nile, the temples and the slow golden days will stay with you for a long time.

Meals: Breakfast.

Today, you'll explore the West Bank. After a convenient pickup you'll dive into the mysteries of the Valley of the Kings. You'll walk through the tombs of pharaohs and witness the final resting place of Tutankhamun.

Then you will marvel at the architectural masterpiece of Hatshepsut Temple. It's a true testament to the reign of Egypt's first female pharaoh, three floors carved into the cliff.

Finally it's time to meet the Colossi of Memnon, two giant statues, ancient guardians of the Nile, sitting alone in the field.

After visiting these incredible sites, you return to your Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise for a relaxing journey toward Edfu.

You'll pass through the Esna Lock – a small adventure in itself. The boat rises or falls with the water level.

Overnight in Luxor: Onboard Dahabiya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Today on your luxury Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan, you're in for a full day of discovery.

The day begins with a leisurely breakfast as your Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise sails toward Edfu.

Once you arrive you'll experience the charm of a traditional horse-drawn carriage ride. It takes you to the magnificent Temple of Horus – one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt. The falcon god watches over you from two giant granite statues at the entrance.

After exploring the temple, you'll take another carriage ride back to your Dahabiya. Then, time for a delicious lunch on board.

The afternoon takes you to Gebel El Selsela, an ancient quarry site. Here you'll see fascinating rock-cut tombs and evidence of how the Egyptians carved stone for their temples. It's raw, real, and rarely crowded.

Evening Finally, you sail toward Kom Ombo. You'll disembark to explore the unique double temple – one side for Sobek (the crocodile god), the other for Horus (the falcon god). Two gods, two entrances, two sanctuaries.

To cap off your adventure a visit to the Crocodile Museum will deepen your understanding of ancient Egyptian beliefs. You'll see mummified crocodiles and learn why they were both feared and worshipped.

After a full day, you return to your luxury dahabiya Nile cruise for dinner and overnight on the water.

Overnight: Onboard Dahabiya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

The morning begins with a leisurely sail towards Aswan. Once you reach Aswan you'll go on a journey through the city's most famous sights.

First a visit to the impressive Aswan High Dam. It's an engineering marvel that controls the Nile River and plays a huge role in Egypt energy production. A big wall with a big job.

Then a scenic boat ride takes you to the captivating Temple of Philae. This temple is dedicated to the goddess Isis, one of the most beloved deities in ancient Egypt. The temple was relocated stone by stone to Agilkia Island to save it from flooding.

After your tour you return to your Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise for dinner and overnight in Aswan.

Overnight in Aswan: Onboard Dahabiya | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Your 5 day Princess Farida Dahabiya Nile Cruise from Luxor to Aswan comes to an end today.

This memorable trip concludes with a hearty breakfast on board your  Princess Farida Dahabiya Cruise. You sit, eat and take one last look at the river that carried you from Luxor all the way to Aswan.

After breakfast, you'll be transferred to your next destination – whether it's the airport for your departure or a hotel for more exploration in Aswan.

Say goodbye to the crew. Step off the boat. And leave with a heart full of Nile memories.

Meals: Breakfast