Private luxury and boutique dahabiya sailing · KT-LUX-10
The Nile at Sailing Speed, Not Cruise-Ship Speed
رحلة الفخامة المصرية على متن الذهبية: سحر النيل وعبق التاريخ
Ten private days between Cairo and Aswan aboard a small dahabiya, where the guest list is measured in cabins rather than hundreds.
- 10 days / 9 nights
- Cairo · Giza · Luxor · Esna
- Private
About this journey
بينما تتحرك السفن السياحية الضخمة بجداول زمنية مزدحمة تحرمك من الاسترخاء، تأخذك قوارب "الذهبية" الخاصة في رحلة تنساب مع حركة الرياح وتهادئ أمواج النيل. صُممت هذه الرحلة خصيصاً للمسافرين الباحثين عن الخصوصية والعمق التاريخي؛ حيث تبدأ مغامرتك من القاهرة بخدمات كبار الشخصيات من لحظة وصولك، تليها زيارة خاصة في الصباح الباكر لأهرامات الجيزة والمتحف المصري الكبير قبل توافد الحشود، لتعيش هيبة التاريخ بخصوصية تامة. بعد ذلك، ستطير إلى الأقصر لتبدأ إبحاراً ساحراً باتجاه الجنوب نحو أسوان، متوقفاً عند جزر نيلية بكر وقرى ريفية هادئة لا تصل إليها السفن الكبيرة، للاستمتاع بوجبات طازجة تُطهى على متن القارب. نوصي بالقيام بهذه الرحلة الفريدة خلال الفترة من أكتوبر إلى أبريل، حيث الطقس الشتوي الدافئ في صعيد مصر والنسيم العليل الذي يجعل الإبحار الشراعي تجربة استثنائية لا تُنسى في العمر.
Why travellers choose this itinerary
- A small sailing dahabiya rather than a large motor cruiser, with far fewer guests aboard.
- Moorings at sandbanks and small villages that scheduled cruise ships cannot use.
- Sailing south from Luxor to Aswan, so the pace slows as the trip goes on.
- A private Egyptologist for the entire journey, including Cairo and the river.
- Menus cooked onboard for your group, with dietary requirements handled personally.
- Timings adapt to wind and river conditions rather than a fixed public schedule.
Quick facts
- Duration
- 10 days / 9 nights
- Starts / ends
- Cairo → Aswan
- Trip format
- Private
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Activity level
- Easy
- Recommended ages
- Suited to adults and older children; private family charters welcome
- Best months
- October, November, December, January, February, March, April
- Languages
- English, German, French, Spanish, Italian
- Accommodation
- 5-star (Superior) · Luxury and boutique properties
- Room types
- Double, Twin, Single with supplement, Suite cabin, Full-boat charter
- Meals
- Daily breakfast in Cairo; full board aboard the dahabiya with meals cooked onboard
Trip highlights
- استقبال ومساعدة فاخرة في المطارات مع خدمة الكونسيرج الخاصة.
- إقامة راقية في أفخم الفنادق والمنتجعات ذات الخمس نجوم.
- مرشد أثري خاص ومرافق طوال الرحلة لتقديم تجربة معرفية عميقة.
- إبحار هادئ وخاص على متن قارب 'الذهبية' بعيداً عن صخب السفن الكبيرة.
Best for: الأزواج الباحثين عن الفخامة، العائلات الراغبة في الخصوصية، والاحتفالات والمناسبات الخاصة
Day-by-day itinerary
Every day below can be reordered, shortened or extended on a private departure.
تبدأ رحلتك الفاخرة باستقبال خاص من ممثلي Kemet Tour عند باب الطائرة، حيث ننهي لك كافة إجراءات الدخول والجمارك سريعاً. بعد ذلك، ستنتقل بسيارة ليموزين فاخرة ومجهزة إلى فندقك ذي الخمس نجوم المطل على النيل لتستريح وتبدأ في الاستمتاع بجمال العاصمة المصرية الساحرة في أول ليلة لك.
Meals: Dinner. Overnight: Cairo.
What is included
- الإقامة في فنادق 5 نجوم فاخرة في القاهرة والأقصر.
- الإقامة الشاملة على متن قارب 'الذهبية' الخاص.
- مرشد سياحي أثري خاص ومرافق طوال الجولات.
- جميع الانتقالات الداخلية بسيارات دفع رباعي وسيارات فاخرة حديثة.
- تذاكر الطيران الداخلي (القاهرة - الأقصر / أسوان - القاهرة).
- تذاكر دخول جميع المناطق الأثرية المذكورة في البرنامج.
Not included
- تأشيرة دخول مصر.
- الرحلات الاختيارية غير المذكورة في البرنامج.
- المصاريف الشخصية والإكراميات.
Choose your accommodation level
The same itinerary, three levels of comfort. Pick a tier when you request your booking and we confirm the exact properties in writing before any payment.
Comfort
5-star (Superior)
Well-located 4-star properties and standard cabins where a cruise is included. Everything essential is covered: private guiding, private transfers and daily breakfast. Chosen for travelers who would rather spend on experiences than on suites.
Standard double or twin rooms, air conditioned, with private bathroom
- Private licensed guide
- Private air-conditioned transfers
- Daily breakfast
- All listed entrance fees
- Standard room or cabin
Superior
Luxury and boutique properties
Our most-booked tier. 5-star hotels in prime locations, deluxe cabins on the river, and upgraded vehicles. Selected lunches and a few extras are folded in so fewer decisions are needed on the road.
Superior or upgraded rooms, upper-deck cabins where available
- Private licensed Egyptologist
- Upgraded private vehicle
- Daily breakfast and selected lunches
- All listed entrance fees
- Superior room or upper-deck cabin
- Priority check-in assistance
Luxury
Luxury and boutique properties
Landmark and boutique properties, suites or view rooms where available, premium or charter river accommodation, and a senior Egyptologist. Airport meet-and-greet, lounge access and special-occasion requests are handled personally.
Suites, view rooms or premium cabins, subject to availability
- Senior private Egyptologist
- Luxury vehicle with dedicated driver
- Daily breakfast, lunches and selected dinners
- All listed entrance fees
- Suite or premium cabin where available
- Airport meet-and-greet and fast-track assistance
- 24/7 direct contact with your trip manager
Transport
Airport transfers · private
Private arrival and departure transfers with a representative meeting you inside the terminal.
Ground transport · private
Modern air-conditioned private vehicle sized to your group, with a dedicated English-speaking driver and bottled water on board.
Domestic flights
Economy-class domestic flights on scheduled Egyptian carriers, including luggage assistance and airport escort at both ends.
Dahabiya sailing vessel · private
A small sailing dahabiya with a limited number of cabins, crewed and catered privately, mooring where large ships cannot.
Long-distance road transfer · private
Air-conditioned private transfer on the intercity route, with comfort stops arranged along the way.
Guide services
- Private licensed Egyptologist throughout
- Onboard host and crew
- Multilingual guide subject to confirmation
Suitability and accessibility
- Physical requirements
- Easy to moderate: mostly gentle walking of 1 to 3 miles per day, some sandy riverbank landings and short gangplanks, few early starts and generous rest time aboard.
- Recommended ages
- Suited to adults and older children; private family charters welcome. Child pricing and reduced-pace alternatives are available on request.
- Mobility and accessibility
- Many ancient sites have uneven paving, sand, steps and no handrails, and some interiors cannot be adapted. We can arrange wheelchair-friendly vehicles, extra assistance and alternative viewing points at most locations, but a small number of tombs and interiors remain inaccessible. Tell us your requirements before booking and we will confirm in writing what is and is not possible on this route.
- Medical and pregnancy notes
- Heat, dust and long days can affect travelers with cardiac, respiratory or mobility conditions. Bring your own medication in original packaging. Pregnant travelers should seek medical advice before booking, and adventure, diving and balloon activities are generally not suitable during pregnancy.
- Dietary requirements
- Vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher-style, gluten-free and allergy-related requirements can be catered for at hotels, on the river and on private meals when notified in advance. Severe allergies should be declared at the time of booking so we can brief every supplier.
- Weather and seasonality
- Best travel months for this route are October, November, December, January, February, March, April. Summer daytime temperatures in Upper Egypt and the desert can exceed 40C, so summer departures are re-timed to start earlier and rest through the afternoon.
- Dress and cultural notes
- Egypt is a conservative country outside beach resorts. Lightweight clothing covering shoulders and knees is appropriate at religious sites, and closed walking shoes are strongly recommended for temples and desert ground. Your guide will brief you on photography rules at each site.
Optional experiences and upgrades
Add any of these to your enquiry. Each is confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Premium dahabiya suite
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Private airport lounge request
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Abu Simbel by air
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Professional photographer
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Private dining ashore or on deck
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Additional spa stay
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Luxury Red Sea extension
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Private archaeological specialist
Available on request. Confirmed in writing with a price before you pay anything.
Price on request
Upcoming dates
Private departures run on any date you choose. The dates below are currently held open for shared departures.
- 10 Oct 20268 places left
- 10 Nov 20266 places left
- 10 Dec 20264 places left
- 10 Jan 202711 places left
- 10 Feb 20279 places left
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