The Three Pyramids Dahabiya offers an intimate and elegant Dahabiya Nile Cruise for travelers seeking a peaceful and authentic way to explore the River Nile. Sailing quietly between Luxor and Aswan, this traditional vessel provides a slower, more personal alternative to large cruise ships, with access to secluded riverbanks and lesser-visited sites.
With a limited number of comfortable cabins, a relaxed sun deck, and attentive service, life on board is calm and unhurried. Guided visits to highlights such as Edfu and Kom Ombo are perfectly balanced with tranquil sailing and scenic Nile views. Ideal for couples and culturally curious travelers, the Three Pyramids Dahabiya delivers a refined Nile experience focused on atmosphere, privacy, and timeless discovery.
Three Pyramids Dahabiya Highlights
Embarkation in Aswan. Lunch on board. Visit the Philae Temple and the High dam.
Free time at Aswan market.
Overnight Aswan.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast on board.Possibility of Visit Abu Simbel Temple early morning (Optional Visit) Lunch on board.
Sail to Kom Ombo. Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo. Sail to al Ramady Island. Dinner on board.
Overnight beside al Ramady Island.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch & Dinner
Sailing to Esna early morning. Breakfast on board. Lunch while sailing. Crossing Esna lock.
Visit the East Bank Luxor Temple & Temples Karnak by bus from Esna. Sail to Luxor.
Dinner on board Overnight in Luxor West bank.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast on board. Visit the West Bank Valley of the Kings, the temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Disembarkation in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast
Embarkation in Luxor. Lunch on board the Nile Dahabiya. Move to visit the temples of Luxor and Karnak.
Dinner and Overnight on the West bank at Luxor.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Breakfast on board the Nile Dahabiya. Visit the West Bank of Luxor Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Lunch on board. Sail to Esna and have Tea time on the Sun Deck.
Dinner on board during sailing. Overnight beside an Island.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Breakfast while crossing Esna Lock. Sail to Edfu
Lunch on board the Nile Dahabiya during sailing. Visit the Temple of Edfu.
Sail to Al Ramady Island. Dinner on board and Overnight beside Al Ramady Island.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Early morning sail to Aswan Breakfast on board the Nile Dahabiya. Sail to el Sheikh Fadl Island.
Lunch on board during sailing. Tea time and Dinner on el Sheikh Fadl Island.
Sail to Aswan after Dinner and Overnight on board
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Arrive in Aswan in the early morning. Breakfast on board the Nile Dahabiya. Aswan Sightseeing to visit the Philae Temple and the High dam. Disembarkation in Aswan.
Meals: Breakfast
Additional information
The tip is about $3-5 USD per person per night. For example, if you are 2 people staying 4 nights on a Nile cruise, the tip amount is $4 x 4 nights x 2 people = $32. So you leave $32 in an envelope at the front desk at the end of your Nile cruise.
Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.
Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:
All our packages and tours of Egypt do not include entrance fees to special archaeological sites such as entering the pyramids from inside, the mummies’ room in Museum, or entering the Tutankhamun tomb in the Valley of the Kings in Luxor.
The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you’re booking a risk-free investment.
Notes:
Yes. The Three Pyramids Dahabiya offers guided visits to major temples with expert explanations, making it a comfortable and enriching option for first-time visitors who want to experience Egypt’s highlights in a relaxed and well-paced way.
The best time for a dahabiya cruise is from October to April, when temperatures are milder and ideal for sightseeing. Winter months offer cooler weather, while shoulder seasons provide pleasant conditions with fewer travelers.
Its charm lies in simplicity and atmosphere—quiet sailing, attentive service, and an authentic connection to the Nile. Rather than feeling like a floating hotel, it feels like a private journey through Upper Egypt, shaped by the rhythm of the river itself.
A dahabiya is much smaller and more intimate than conventional cruise ships. It sails at a gentler pace, avoids crowded docking areas, and can stop at quieter riverbanks and lesser-visited spots. The experience emphasizes tranquility, personal service, and atmosphere rather than onboard entertainment or large facilities.
The Three Pyramids Dahabiya features a limited number of comfortable cabins designed for relaxation after a day of sightseeing. On board, guests can enjoy a shaded sun deck, open-air seating areas, and welcoming communal spaces where life unfolds at an unhurried pace.
The Three Pyramids Dahabiya felt like slow travel at its best. No noise, no crowds—just history, water, and time. I came away with a deeper appreciation of the Nile and the landscapes around it.
From the first evening, I knew this was something special. Candlelit dinners, quiet nights, and gentle sailing created a mood that stayed consistent throughout. It never felt commercial or rushed.
We traveled as a family and were impressed by how smoothly everything ran. The dahabiya felt intimate but never cramped, and the calm sailing made it enjoyable for everyone. A beautiful way to experience Upper Egypt.
This journey felt thoughtful and well-balanced. There was time to explore, time to rest, and time to simply observe life along the Nile. I appreciated how peaceful the atmosphere remained throughout the cruise.
Traveling as a small group of friends, we loved how personal everything felt. The crew created a relaxed environment where conversations flowed naturally. The temples were stunning, but the sailing itself was the highlight.
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