A Dahabiya Nile Cruise is the most intimate way to sail the Nile an elegant, small-capacity sailing boat that offers a quieter, more private experience than large cruise ships. Most dahabiya itineraries run for 4–7 days on scenic routes between Luxor/Esna and Aswan, combining comfortable cabins, onboard dining, and guided visits to iconic temples along the way.
Below, you can explore and compare our dahabiya cruise options, routes, and durations to choose the best fit for your travel style.
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A 25% deposit confirms a Nile cruise. A 50% deposit applies to dahabiyas and to Christmas, New Year and Easter dates.
Cancellation charges are calculated on the full booking price, not only on the deposit.
Cancellation charges are calculated on the full booking price.
Maximum one child: ages 0–1 free; ages 2–5 25%; ages 6–11 50%; ages 12 and over adult price.
A dahabiya travels on the Nile rather than the open sea, but comfort depends on the traveller, boat and conditions. We cannot guarantee that an individual will not experience motion discomfort. Ask us about the particular boat and sailing before booking.
Ask Imperial Egypt Tours for a whole-boat charter quote for your group, dates and route. Whole-boat charter pricing is different from a per-person cabin rate. We will confirm the boat, capacity and charter inclusions in writing.
The arrangements depend on the particular boat and sailing programme. Ask us to confirm how that boat travels when wind is limited, and check the proposed itinerary before booking. We do not promise that all dahabiyas have their own motor or that river conditions can never affect timing.
The package includes cabin accommodation, full-board meals and an Egyptologist guide on included visits. Check the written quote for entrance fees, transfers and optional excursions. Facilities, cabin details and inclusions are confirmed for the particular boat rather than assumed for every dahabiya.
Discuss your preferred route and stops before booking. Any changes depend on the boat, sailing programme and operational requirements, and must be agreed in your written itinerary. A private charter is not a guarantee of unrestricted changes to stops or sailing times.
Three Pyramids Dahabiya starts from $1,535 per person, double cabin, 4 days, summer (1 May to 31 August). The 5-day summer double-cabin rate starts from $1,795 per person. Christmas and Easter rates are on request; other boats and whole-boat charters require their own quote.
A 50% deposit confirms a dahabiya. Cancellation charges are calculated on the full booking price, with separate normal-date and Christmas, New Year and Easter bands. Read the Booking & Cancellation box and Full Payment & Cancellation Policy before confirming.
