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4 Days / 5 Days · Nile cruise
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From $1,300 per person
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Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise
From $1,550 per person
- Duration
- 4 Days / 5 Days
- Runs
- Every Saturday from Luxor & Wednesday from Aswan
- Type
- Private, just your group
- Booking
- Confirmed within 24 hours
- Places
- Luxor , Aswan
Overview
The **Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise** offers 3-night Aswan-to-Luxor, 4-night Luxor-to-Aswan. Covering Luxor’s iconic temples, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan’s Philae Temple, and High Dam, alongside a traditional felucca ride.
Explore the River Nile Cruises on the Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise, which sails from Aswan to Luxor for 3 nights and 04 nights from Luxor to Aswan. Enjoy your Nile Cruise Tours on board and visit the famous Temples in Luxor and the best attractions in Aswan, in the heart of Nubia, home to the beautiful island temple of Philae, and, in stark contrast, the High Dam, Kom Ombo & Edfu. Enjoy this beautiful region of Egypt by sailing the Nile in a traditional felucca, the ideal way to observe the abundance of historical sightseeing.
- Philae and High Dam
- Kom Ombo temple
- Edfu temple
- Karnak, Luxor temple
- Colossi of Memnon
- Valley of the Kings
- the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
- Unfinished Obelisk
Prices
4 Days / 3 Nights
| Season | Double & Triple Cabin | Single Cabin |
|---|---|---|
| May to August | $1,550 | $2,350 |
| September to April | $1,750 | $2,550 |
5 Days / 4 Nights
| Season | Double & Triple Cabin | Single Cabin |
|---|---|---|
| May to August | $1,750 | $2,950 |
| September to April | $1,950 | $3,150 |
Per person for the whole cruise. Christmas, New Year and Easter may cost more; we confirm the final price with your request.
Day by day
4 Days / 3 Nights
Download PDFDay 1
Philae and High Dam; Kom Ombo by sunsetAswan
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Upon arrival in Aswan, meet your Egyptologist tour guide and begin your sightseeing tour with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, followed by the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries. Continue to the beautiful Philae Temple, dedicated to the goddess Isis and located on Agilkia Island. After the tour, board your 5-star Nile cruise ship, enjoy lunch and dinner on board, and spend the night in Aswan.
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Kom Ombo templeKom Ombo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board as the cruise sails toward Kom Ombo. Visit Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Return to the ship for lunch and continue sailing along the Nile toward Edfu. Enjoy the beautiful riverside scenery, afternoon tea, and dinner on board. Overnight on the cruise ship in Edfu.
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Temple of Horus in EdfuEdfu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, visit the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples of ancient Egypt. Return to the cruise ship and sail toward Luxor via the Esna Lock, enjoying lunch and the scenic Nile landscapes along the way. Spend the afternoon relaxing on board before dinner. Overnight in Luxor.
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Disembark in LuxorLuxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise ship and begin exploring Luxor’s West Bank. Visit the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon. Continue to the East Bank to explore the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex and Luxor Temple, renowned for their monumental columns, statues, and ancient Egyptian architecture. After completing the tour, transfer to your hotel, Luxor Airport, or your next destination.
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5 Days / 4 Nights
Download PDFDay 1
Karnak and Luxor templesLuxor
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Upon arrival in Luxor, meet your Egyptologist tour guide and begin your tour of the East Bank. Visit the magnificent Karnak Temple Complex, one of the largest religious complexes ever built, followed by Luxor Temple, famous for its impressive columns and ancient statues. After the tour, transfer to your 5-star Nile cruise ship for embarkation, lunch, and dinner on board. Overnight in Luxor.
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Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple, Colossi of MemnonLuxor
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast on board, explore Luxor’s West Bank, starting with the Valley of the Kings, where the tombs of ancient Egyptian pharaohs are located. Continue to the magnificent Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari, then stop at the Colossi of Memnon. Return to the cruise ship for lunch and begin sailing toward Edfu via the Esna Lock. Enjoy the scenic Nile views, afternoon tea, and dinner on board. Overnight on the cruise ship.
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Temple of Horus in Edfu & Kom Ombo TempleEdfu & Kom Ombo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board before visiting the Temple of Horus in Edfu, one of the best-preserved ancient Egyptian temples. Return to the ship and sail toward Kom Ombo while enjoying lunch and the scenery along the Nile. In the afternoon, visit Kom Ombo Temple, uniquely dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus. Return to the cruise ship for dinner and continue sailing toward Aswan. Overnight on board.
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Aswan High Dam and PhilaeAswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, begin your sightseeing tour of Aswan with a visit to the Aswan High Dam, an impressive engineering landmark on the Nile. Continue to the Unfinished Obelisk in the ancient granite quarries, offering insight into the stone-working techniques of the pharaohs. Then visit the beautiful Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis and situated on Agilkia Island. Enjoy a relaxing felucca ride on the Nile around Aswan’s islands, subject to weather and sailing conditions. Return to the cruise ship for lunch and dinner. Overnight in Aswan.
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Disembark in AswanAswan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Early in the morning, depart for Abu Simbel with a packed breakfast or breakfast arranged according to the cruise schedule. Explore the magnificent Abu Simbel Temples, built by Pharaoh Ramses II and dedicated to the gods Amun-Ra, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah, as well as the smaller temple dedicated to Queen Nefertari. Admire the colossal statues and learn about the remarkable relocation of the temples to save them from the rising waters of Lake Nasser.
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Cruise facilities
- All cabins have large, panoramic windows
- Fully furnished eight deluxe cabins
- Two cabins with Large Beds and Six cabins Twin Bedded
- Two masts sailboat.
- Dining facilities, Bars and Reading Lounge.
- Open-air Jacuzzi.
- Same day laundry service with express pressing service.
- Sprinkling System, Anti-Fire treatment and full Fire Safety measures.
- Doctor on call 24 hours.
- Emergency handling and fire trained staff.
- Marine Satellite (Nile Sat Channels)
- Internet access (Chargeable).
- Music system with daily program.
- Boutique and gift shop
- Each cabin 17.75m (bathroom 3.75m including)
- Panoramic large windows with sound proof.
- Individual controlled A/C.
- In-cabin electronic personal large safe.
- Telephone with voice mail message.
- In-cabin coffee and tea tray service.
- LCD TV with individual Receiver in each cabin
- Hairdryer/Bathrobe.
- Cabin bathroom with walk-in shower
- WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Private bath with shower
- TV
- Mini bar
- Restaurant
- Doctor available 24 hours
- Gift shop
What's included
Included
- Cabin on full board
- sightseeing with Egyptologist guide
- entrance fees for listed sites
- transfers between airport/station and boat
- taxes
Not included
- Domestic/international flights
- visa
- drinks
- tips for crew and guide
Photos
Your route
- Aswan · 1 night on boardDay 1Philae · then sail on the Nile
- Kom Ombo · 1 night on boardDay 2Kom Ombo temple · then sail on the Nile
- Edfu · 1 night on boardDay 3Temple of Horus · then sail on the Nile
- LuxorDay 4Karnak
- Overnight stop
- Nile cruise
- Famous sight
Good to know
What is the difference between a Nile cruise and a dahabiya?
A Nile cruise ship carries around 100 to 150 guests and has a pool, sun deck and set departure days. A dahabiya is a traditional sailing boat with a handful of cabins, a slower pace and stops at quieter sites. Both include full board and guided visits.
Which days of the week do Nile cruises depart?
Most 4-night Luxor-to-Aswan cruises depart on Mondays and Saturdays, while 3-night Aswan-to-Luxor cruises depart on Wednesdays and Fridays. Dahabiyas usually sail on Saturdays. Tell us your dates and we will match the right sailing to your itinerary.
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- Egypt Travel Statistics 2026: Visitors, Costs and WeatherSourced facts for planning Egypt: visitor numbers, tourism growth, official entry fees, e-visa cost and average temperatures by month for Cairo, Luxor and Aswan.
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