Egypt highlights with Nile Dahabiya cruise

Planet

The trip includes domestic flights between Cairo, Aswan and Luxor, with the main journey between Aswan and Luxor taking place by traditional Dahabiya sailing boat. Traveling by boat gives travelers the opportunity to experience the Nile, its villages, riverbanks and surrounding landscapes at a relaxed pace.

Throughout the trip, guests are encouraged to bring refillable bottles and avoid single-use plastics. We also remind travelers to take their waste with them, respect archaeological sites and follow local guidance when visiting natural and cultural sites.

Local guides and boat crews share information about the places visited and encourage travelers to respect the surrounding environment. Guests are also encouraged to use water and electricity thoughtfully during their stay and to leave the places they visit clean.

People

This trip gives travelers opportunities to meet local people and learn more about life in the places they visit. We work with local guides, Dahabiya crews, drivers and other local service providers during the journey.

Travelers have a countryside experience near Cairo, including a meal with a local family, and visit local markets and communities along the Nile. These experiences give guests the opportunity to learn more about everyday life, local food and traditional products.

We aim to treat our staff and local partners fairly, make payments on time and maintain long-term working relationships. Guides share information about local customs and traditions and encourage respectful interactions with the communities visited.

Working with local people and businesses helps keep travelers connected to the places they visit and gives them opportunities to learn more about Egyptian culture and everyday life.