Valley of the Kings - Temple of Hatshepsut - Colossi of Memnon and Karnak Temple

Valley of the Kings - Known also as the Valley of the Gates of the Kings, this Egyptian site features tombs carved into rock from the 16th to the 11th century BC. These tombs served as burial sites for pharaohs and prominent nobles of the New Kingdom, spanning nearly 500 years.

Temple of Hatshepsut at Deir el Bahari - Dedicated to Hatshepsut, this temple was built during her reign in the Eighteenth Dynasty of Egypt and stands proudly across from Luxor. It is celebrated as an architectural wonder of ancient times and serves as her memorial sanctuary.

Colossi of Memnon - The Colossi of Memnon are two massive stone statues representing Pharaoh Amenhotep III. These statues are prominently located at the entrance of the partially destroyed Mortuary Temple of Amenhotep III, which was the largest temple in the Theban Necropolis.

Temple of Karnak - The Karnak Temple Complex, often referred to as Karnak, is a vast collection of temples, pylons, chapels, and other structures near Luxor, Egypt.

Temple of Horus and Gabal El Silsila

Temple of Horus - The Temple of Edfu stands majestically on the western bank of the Nile in Edfu, Upper Egypt. Historically, the city was known in Koinē Greek as Ἀπόλλωνος πόλις during the Hellenistic period and in Latin as Apollonopolis Magna. This name honors the principal deity Horus, equated with Apollo in Greek interpretation.

Explore Kom Ombo Temple and Sail to Aswan

Temple of Kom Ombo - The Temple of Kom Ombo is uniquely a double temple located in the town of Kom Ombo within the Aswan Governorate of Upper Egypt. Originally constructed during the Ptolemaic dynasty, from 180 to 47 BC, it underwent further expansions during the Roman period.

Explore Aswan High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk and Temple of Philae

Aswan High Dam - Known since the 1960s as the Aswan High Dam, this is the largest embankment dam in the world. It spans the Nile in Aswan, Egypt, and was constructed between 1960 and 1970. Its significance far exceeds that of the earlier Aswan Low Dam, which was first completed downstream in 1902.

Unfinished Obelisk - The largest known ancient obelisk, the unfinished obelisk, is located in the northern stone quarries of Aswan, Egypt. It was extensively studied by Reginald Engelbach in 1922.

Temple of Philae - The Philae Temple, situated within the reservoir of the Aswan Low Dam downstream of the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser in Egypt, was originally located near the First Cataract of the Nile in Upper Egypt. It served as the site of an ancient Egyptian temple complex.

End of Your Dahabiya Cruise

Aswan - After breakfast, guests will disembark from the Dahabiya for transfer to their chosen destination in Aswan, marking the end of an unforgettable 5-day Nile cruise through Upper Egypt.

• All Dahabiya Nile Cruise excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Accommodation for 4 nights on board 5 star Dahabiya on full board basis.
• Egyptologist guide during your excursions.
• All transfers by a modern air-conditioned deluxe vehicle.
• Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure.
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included.

• Tipping.

Experience the luxury of private chartering on the Kemet for 4 or more nights of Nile sailing. Our most sought-after journeys are the 4 and 5-night cruises that explore the Thebaid, traveling from Luxor to Aswan or the reverse. We are delighted to tailor your journey to your preferences, offering a fully personalized experience. Most of our voyages commence in Aswan or the legendary city of Luxor, once the ancient capital “Thebes,” now a stunning open-air museum. While aboard the Kemet, take advantage of the opportunity to visit ancient sites and temples such as Edfu, Silsila Stone Quarry, and Kom Ombo for guided tours. Enjoy a donkey ride through sugarcane fields, a pop-up picnic on an island, vibrant performances by local musicians, and much more, perfect for adventure seekers, families with children, and others.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.