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Activities Onboard Akhnaton
Sightseeing One of the main activities on a Dahabiya cruise is sightseeing along the Nile River. You'll have the opportunity to see hidden landmarks such as the El Kab Tomb, El Silsila Montaine, Also the Temple of Edfu, and the Temple of Kom Ombo
Cultural Experiences: Many Dahabiya cruises include cultural activities such as onboard lectures or demonstrations about ancient Egyptian history, culture, and traditions. You may also have the opportunity to visit local villages along the riverbank and interact with the residents such as Al Hegz, Besaw and Daraw
Relaxation : Dahabiya cruises are known for their relaxed pace, allowing passengers to unwind and enjoy the tranquil surroundings of the Nile. You can lounge on the deck, soak up the sun, and take in the picturesque scenery as the boat glides along the river
Water Activities We offer water-based activities such as swimming, fishing or kayaking in certain sections of the Nile. These activities are usually conducted in safe and designated areas under the supervision of the crew
Culinary Dining on a Dahabiya cruise is often a highlight of the experience. Passengers can enjoy delicious Egyptian cuisine prepared by onboard chefs using fresh, local ingredients. Meals are typically served on the deck or in a dining area with stunning views of the river or on one of the islands that we moor. Moreover, we make Live Cooking session with our Chef & Crew.
Experiences on a Dahabiya cruise we make Live Cooking session with our Chef & Crew, you will get highly taught with the Egyptian food.
Games onboard Dahabiya, it is time to stay along time with your family, it’s our aim to gather the family in game-boarding with a lot of fun and laugh.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Boarding in Esna – El Kab – Quessia The pick-up point for this trip is the address of your choice in Luxor. At 9 am, you’ll be met by our representative. Private transfer from any address in Luxor to Esna (50 km south of Luxor) where the crew of the Dahabiya will take you to board the boat. A visit to the Esna temple and a short walk through the local markets. Your Nile adventure starts by sailing towards El Kab, the ancient city of Nekheb, where you can see the remains of the temples and the tombs. The sailors sets sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night. Enjoy your dinner on the sundeck or the banks of the river Nile. First night on board.
Day 2 –Edfu – Wadi el Shat Sail to Edfu, the scenery is stunning changing from golden sand of the desert to lush and green forests of date palms – scenes unchanged in centuries. Visit the beautifully preserved temple of Horus, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, which is in a state of excellent preservation and once huge ceremonies were held here with live falcons in honour of Horus. Continue sailing to Wadi el Shat for a walk through small villages and the desert. Set sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya or on the tranquil banks of the Nile. Second night on board.
Day 3 – Gebel el Silsila – Kom Ombo – Maniha Relax in a deck chair and watch the riverside pass by while the crew sails to Gebel El Silsila. You can explore the rock-cut chapels of Seti I, Ramesses II, Merenptah and Horemheb and also remnants of the monuments in the old sandstone quarries. During lunch on the sun deck the Dahabiya sails towards Kom Ombo, where you go ashore to see the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Dinner will be served around a campfire along the Nile. Third night on board.
Day 4 – Daraw – El Koubania, Aswan The captain sets sail for the village of Daraw, once the last stop for camel traders from Sudan after a forty days long journey through the Libyan desert . After a walk through the village and camel market the boat sails further towards Koubania; a Nubian village near Aswan, with lovely gardens filled with citrus and mango trees. Fourth and last night on board.
Day 5 – Disembarkation in Aswan End of the Dahabiya journey in Aswan after breakfast on board. Transfer to any address in Aswan.
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