6 days - 5 nights

5 Night Private Charter Nile Itinerary Luxor - Aswan

Designed as a private charter for those who value tranquility and grace, this journey aboard Rafaheya traces the Nile’s sacred flow from Luxor to Aswan. Explore temples carved in devotion and villages untouched by time, as the dahabeya sails between history and horizon. Each moment invites reflection — mornings bathed in golden light, evenings scented with spices and music, and endless views framed by desert and palm. This exclusive five-night voyage is an ode to Egypt’s soul, where refinement meets authenticity and every detail breathes quiet luxury

Day 1

Luxor

Embarkation and check-in take place in Luxor at 12:00 PM, allowing you to settle into the refined comfort of your private cabin. An exquisite à la carte lunch is then served on board before setting out to explore the East Bank of Luxor, where the grandeur of Karnak Temple and the illuminated Luxor Temple reveal the city’s eternal splendor. Evening brings an Egyptian Night BBQ Dinner Buffet on board, followed by the Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and lively entertainment.

Overnight in Luxor


Day 2

Luxor | Esna

After breakfast, journey to the legendary West Bank of Thebes. Here, history unfolds among the Valley of the Kings—including the tombs of Tutankhamun — alongside the striking Hatshepsut Temple and the towering Colossi of Memnon. Return to the dahabeya as sails are raised toward Esna. A Mediterranean buffet lunch is served on board, followed by Egyptian teatime as the vessel gracefully passes through the Esna Lock. In the evening, enjoy an à la carte dinner with entertainment on board.

Overnight on an island in the Esna area.


Day 3

Esna | Edfu | Kom Ombo | Al-Hirbiab Island

Begin the day sailing south to Edfu for a visit to the Temple of Horus, one of the best-preserved sanctuaries of the ancient world. Back on board, continue toward Kom Ombo, with a hands-on cooking class to enrich the morning. An à la carte lunch is served as the dahabeya glides past the cliffs of Gebel Al Silsila. In the afternoon, visit the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris before sailing on to Al-Hirbiab Island. Here, a Nubian Family-Style dinner is hosted on the golden sands, accompanied by traditional entertainment.

Overnight on board at Al-Hirbiab Island.


Day 4

Al-Hirbiab Island | Aswan

Awaken to breakfast served on the banks of the Nile, followed by time at leisure to enjoy the serenity of the sandy beach. The dahabeya then sails south toward Aswan, where a BBQ buffet lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, visit the enchanting Temple of Isis on Agilkia Island. If time allows, continue to the High Dam, enduring symbol of modern engineering. Return for an elegant à la carte dinner, followed by evening entertainment on board.

Overnight in Aswan.


Day 5

Aswan

Early in the morning, an optional excursion to Abu Simbel is available for those who wish to explore this iconic site. After breakfast, visit Sehel Island to view the Famine Stela, before continuing on to a traditional Nubian village for an authentic cultural encounter. Back on board, enjoy an à la carte lunch, followed by a tranquil sunset felucca sail. Evening brings a festive farewell dinner on board.

Overnight in Aswan


Day 6

Aswan

Breakfast is served on board before check-out and disembarkation.

Check-out and disembarkation


* Please note that all itineraries are subject to change and may be adjusted due to navigational or operational requirements. Any modifications will be communicated on board by the crew to ensure guests are fully informed.

* All visits and excursions mentioned in this itinerary are for reference purposes only and are not included in the cruise rate. These can be arranged separately upon request.

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Dahabeya Trips
Itineraries
Nights 03
Itinerary 1 - Friday to Monday
Aswan - Luxor
Nights 04
Itinerary 2 - Monday to Friday
Luxor - Aswan
Nights 05
Itinerary 3 - Charter
Luxor - Aswan (Charter)
Nights 05
Itinerary 4 - Charter
Aswan - Luxor (Charter)

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