Assouan Dahabiya
Luxor to Aswan on a private dahabiya
At a glance
- Length
- 6 days · 5 nights
- Embarks
- Sun, Thu
- Board
- Full Board
- Class
- 5-star
- New
02Overview
A first look
Assouan is the first and most intimate of the Nour El Nil dahabiyas — the boat that started the fleet — sailing the celebrated five-night Esna to Aswan route every Monday with the company’s signature deck life, house-style interiors, and cooking that guests cross the world for.
The route
Luxor and ASWAN
Choose your direction
- Luxor → ASWAN4 nightsupstream, against the current
- ASWAN → Luxor3 nightsdownstream, with the current
- Round-trip7 nightsreturn to Luxor or ASWAN
At sea
Detailed itinerary
Based on embarkation from Luxor and disembarkation in ASWAN.
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Cabin pricing
Pricing & seasonal rates
Per person in USD, based on cabin sharing. Single supplements apply. Holiday surcharges apply at Christmas, New Year & Easter.
Per Person Pricing
| Cabin | May–September | October–April |
|---|---|---|
| Solo Traveler | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| 2-4 Pax (per person) | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| 5-8 Pax (per person) | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| 9-16 Pax (per person) | $2,400 | $2,400 |
Children 0–5.99 years free · 6–11.99 years pay 50% · 12+ pay full adult price. Children must share a cabin with parents (max 2 per cabin).
Indicative rates only – pricing and cabins fluctuate. Please enquire for live rates on your specific dates.
Bundled in
- Wi-Fi
- Sun Deck
- Restaurant
The fine print
What's included – and what isn't
Included
- Accommodation aboard Assouan Dahabiya
- All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
- Entrance fees to included sites
- Tea, coffee, and soft drinks
- Transfers to and from the dahabiya
- Sailing permits and service charges
Not included
- Gratuities for crew and guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Optional excursions (e.g., Abu Simbel)
- Personal expenses
Before you go
What to pack & wear
Children & families
Children 0–5.99 years travel free; 6–11.99 years pay 50%; 12+ pay the full adult price. Children must share a cabin with their parents (maximum one child per cabin). Two or more children require their own cabin.
Location
On the map
If plans change
Cancellation
- More than 30 days
- Full refund less a £50 admin fee
- 15–30 days
- 50% refund
- Within 14 days
- No refund – date changes considered case by case
Last updated 1 July 2026Product ID: CRU-NIL-160659
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