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Jasmine Dahabiya Nile Cruise – DANC011
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Description
Embark on a voyage aboard the Jasmine Dahabiya, a vacation Dahabiya that boasts an age-old wooden Silk design with private bathrooms and showers. Stretching 52 meters in length and 7.50 meters in width, the Dahabiya features two decks that offer breathtaking views of the Nile. Join us to traverse the diverse Nile and marvel at the stunning sights aboard the Jasmine Dahabiya Cruise. As you board the Dahabiya, the majestic allure of Jasmine will leave you in awe.
Facilities
What's Included
Included
- Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
- Assistance of our personal during your stay and excursions
- All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle
- Accommodation on board 5 star Dahabiya on full board basis
- All Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan
- English-speaking tour guide during your excursions on the Cruise (group size is 1 - 8 maximum)
- Egyptologist guide during your excursions
- All service charges and taxes
Excluded
- Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tipping
Itinerary
Day 1: Wednesday
On the first day, Wednesday, guests will embark in Aswan, where they'll be welcomed with lunch aboard the Dahabiya. The day's adventures include a visit to the Philae Temple, an architectural marvel dedicated to the goddess Isis, and the High Dam, a testament to modern engineering. There's also time allocated to explore the vibrant Aswan market, offering a chance to engage with local vendors and artisans. The night is spent moored in Aswan, under the stars.
Day 2: Thursday
The following day, Thursday, begins with breakfast on board. For those who opt for it, there's a chance to visit the Abu Simbel Temple early in the morning, a site renowned for its colossal statues of Ramses II. Lunch is served as the Dahabiya sails to Kom Ombo, where guests visit the unique double temple dedicated to the gods Sobek and Haroeris. The journey then continues to al Ramady Island, where dinner is served on board, followed by an overnight stay beside the tranquil island.
Day 3: Friday
Friday is dedicated to sailing towards Esna in the early morning, starting with breakfast on the Dahabiya. Guests enjoy lunch while sailing, experiencing the crossing of the Esna lock. A bus from Esna takes guests to visit the East Bank, home to the Temples of Luxor and Karnak. These sites are pillars of ancient Egyptian grandeur, with Karnak being the largest religious building ever constructed. The day concludes with sailing to Luxor, dinner on board, and an overnight stay on Luxor's West Bank.
Day 5: On Saturday
On Saturday, the itinerary includes breakfast followed by a visit to the West Bank to explore the Valley of the Kings, the temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. These sites offer a glimpse into ancient Egypt's rich history, with the Valley of the Kings serving as a burial ground for pharaohs and powerful nobles. After immersing in the historical wonders, guests disembark in Luxor.
The journey circles back to Aswan by the following Wednesday, where guests arrive early in the morning and enjoy breakfast on board. The day is filled with sightseeing in Aswan, including another opportunity to visit the Philae Temple and the High Dam, before the trip concludes with disembarkation in Aswan.
