The Great Nile Sanctuary: 4 Days / 3 Nights Bespoke Dahabiya Charter
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The Ultimate Haven for Family Bonding, Mindfulness & Private Serenity (Aswan to Luxor)
Operated by: Five S Travel (Category A License No. 2055)
Vessel: Private Luxury Boutique Dahabiya Charter (Exclusive for your group)
🌟 Why This Journey is Perfectly Crafted for Families & Mindfulness Seekers
Unrivaled Private Sanctuary: This exclusive charter is specifically tailored for multigenerational families and small groups seeking total seclusion. With the entire luxury Dahabiya dedicated solely to your loved ones, you escape the crowds of massive cruise ships, ensuring absolute privacy and an intimate atmosphere to reconnect.
A Sanctuary for Mindfulness & Meditation: The timeless, silent rhythm of our wind-propelled Dahabiya creates the ultimate backdrop for wellness. The spacious, sun-drenched decks are uniquely optimized for morning yoga sessions, sunset meditation, and quiet contemplation as Egypt’s pastoral beauty glides silently past.
Organic Rejuvenation: Every meal is a celebration of health, prepared by your private chef using 100% locally sourced organic ingredients, offering a nourishing culinary experience for the entire family.
Included
- 100% Private Dahabiya Charter: Exclusive use of the luxury boutique Dahabiya (all cabins and suites) for your group/family for 3 nights.
- All-Inclusive Organic Dining: Three daily gourmet meals tailored by your private chef using fresh, 100% organic local ingredients.
- Premium Unlimited Beverages: Open bar throughout the day including soft drinks, mineral water, fresh juices, hot beverages, and a premium selection of alcoholic/hard beverages.
- Elite Ground Logistics: All sightseeing and arrival/departure transfers in modern, private, air-conditioned vehicles.
- Private Expert Guiding: A highly qualified, licensed Egyptologist/Tour Guide accompanying your group for all excursions.
- All Sightseeing Tickets: Official admission tariffs to all sites mentioned in the itinerary (Philae Temple, High Dam, Kom Ombo, Edfu, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Colossi, and Karnak).
- Special Family Events: Private Island Barbecue Party and Nile swimming experience.
Excluded
- Gratuities (Tips for the Dahabiya crew, drivers, and your private guide).
- Domestic or International Flight Tickets.
- Any optional/additional sightseeing excursions not mentioned in the itinerary (such as Luxor Temple or Abu Simbel).
Itinerary
VIP Family Arrival & Embarkation: Upon arrival in Aswan, your family will be greeted by your private air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the beautiful Philae Temple by private motorboat, followed by the Aswan High Dam.
Check-in & Welcome: Step aboard your exclusive private Dahabiya to a welcome reception with fresh, organic juices.
Sunset Sailing: Set sail north, enjoying a peaceful sunset meditation session on deck as the ship glides gracefully on the water. Enjoy a premium organic candlelit dinner under the stars.
Overnight docked near a quiet Nile island.
Kom Ombo Temple (Morning): Enjoy a fresh organic breakfast while sailing. Arrive at Kom Ombo and explore the unique double temple dedicated to Sobek and Haroeris, alongside the Crocodile Mummy Museum.
Nile Swimming Experience: Return to the ship for an organic lunch while sailing. In the afternoon, the Dahabiya anchors near a pristine Nile island where your family can safely swim and relax in the clean waters of the Nile.
Edfu Temple (Afternoon): Arrive in Edfu. Take a traditional horse-carriage ride to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus in Edfu, the most completely intact temple in Egypt.
Island Bonfire & Barbecue Party: In the evening, drop anchor at a secluded desert island for an elite Open-Air Beach Barbecue Feast with a crackling bonfire and traditional music under a star-filled sky.
Overnight on board while sailing toward Luxor.
Sailing & Rejuvenation: Cross the Esna Lock in the morning. Spend the day experiencing "Slow Sailing"—fully unplugged from the world, enjoying the gentle river breeze, family bonding, and dedicated meditation sessions on the sun deck.
Luxor Arrival: Arrive in the historical capital of Luxor in the late afternoon. Enjoy a premium dinner on board.
Overnight docked in Luxor.
The Highlights of Luxor (All-in-One Day): Enjoy an early morning breakfast on board before check-out. Cross to the West Bank to explore 3 spectacularly preserved royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
The East Bank Grandeur: Head directly to the East Bank to explore the monumental Karnak Temple Complex.
Final Transfer: Following this incredible day of exploration, your private air-conditioned vehicle will transfer your family smoothly to Luxor Airport, the train station, or your onward destination (Cairo or Hurghada resorts per your booking).
Booking & Cancellation Policy
​Any cancellation must be informed in writing. The following cancellation charges will apply based on when the request is received:
​45 days or more prior to arrival: 10% of the tour cost is charged.
​44 to 15 days prior to arrival: 20% of the tour cost is charged.
​14 to 7 days prior to arrival: 25% of the tour cost is charged.
​6 days to 48 hours prior to arrival: 50% of the tour cost is charged.
​Less than 48 hours or No-Show: No refund.
​Important Note: For high peak seasons (including Christmas, New Year, Easter, and the 2027 Eclipse period), a separate tailored cancellation policy will apply to align with strict hotel and cruise non-refundable deposit regulations
