The Great Nile Sanctuary: 5 Days / 4 Nights Bespoke Dahabiya Charter
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The Ultimate Haven for Family Bonding, Mindfulness & Private Serenity (Luxor to Aswan)
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 4 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 (Karnak, Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut, Colossi, Esna, Edfu, Silsila, Kom Ombo, and Philae).
- 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.
Itinerary
VIP Family Arrival & Embarkation: Upon arrival at Luxor Airport or your hotel, your family will be greeted by a private air-conditioned vehicle for a smooth transfer to your private dock. Step aboard your exclusive private Dahabiya to a welcome reception with fresh, organic juices.
The East Bank Jewels: Begin exploring the monumental Karnak Temple Complex, followed by the majestic Luxor Temple gracefully lit at dusk.
Gourmet Welcome Dinner: Enjoy a premium organic candlelit dinner on deck under the stars, setting a serene tone for the days ahead.
Overnight docked in Luxor.
The Royal Tombs (Morning): After a fresh organic family breakfast, cross to the West Bank to explore 3 spectacularly preserved royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Continue to the Mortuary Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the towering Colossi of Memnon.
Setting Sail & Esna Temple: Return to the Dahabiya as the crew unties the ropes and sets sail south toward Esna. Upon arrival, visit the beautifully restored Temple of Khnum in Esna, famous for its grand columns. Watch the engineering marvel of passing through the Esna Lock from the sun deck while enjoying premium family refreshments.
Overnight on board while sailing toward Edfu.
Edfu Temple (Morning): Take a traditional horse-carriage ride through the city to visit the magnificent Temple of Horus in Edfu, the most completely intact temple in Egypt.
Nile Swimming & Sunset Meditation: Return to the ship for a premium organic lunch. In the afternoon, the Dahabiya anchors near a pristine, clean Nile island. Your family can safely splash and swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Nile. Follow this with a quiet sunset meditation session on deck as the ship glides gracefully on the water.
Overnight on board while sailing toward Gebel El-Silsila.
Gebel El-Silsila Exploration (Morning): Wake up directly in front of the massive sandstone quarries of Gebel El-Silsila—an exclusive archaeological site accessible only by boutique Dahabiyas. Walk through the rock-cut shrines, ideal for quiet family reflection.
Kom Ombo Dusk Tour: Sail to the unique double temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek the crocodile god and Haroeris the falcon god. Visit the adjacent Crocodile Mummy Museum just as the sun sets over the Nile.
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. It is the perfect night for family storytelling and stargazing.
Overnight on board while sailing toward Aswan.
Aswan Excursion (Morning): Enjoy a final organic breakfast on board before check-out. Discover the romantic Philae Temple, dedicated to the Goddess Isis, reached via private motorboat to Agilkia Island. Afterward, visit the Aswan High Dam, a marvel of modern engineering.
Final Transfer: Following the tour, your private air-conditioned vehicle will transfer your family smoothly to Aswan 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
