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Merit Dahabiya

  • Duration5 Nights or 7 Nights
  • Cruise TypeDahabiya Boat
  • AvailabilitySaturday from Aswan
    Saturday from Luxor
  • Pick upLuxor or Aswan

If you are looking for a great Nile cruise experience, one where you can experience unique routes and the Nile River with a new level of luxury that will blow your mind, then the Nile Cruise “White Queen” should be your choice. Merit Dahabiya Nile Cruise is one of the most luxurious dahabiyas that not only allows you to experience a distinctive experience of the Egyptian culture but also allows you to have a luxurious stay on board. Merit Dahabiya has been designed in a modern way to promote a welcoming and realistic environment that is pleasing to the customers’ eyes. The boat also features an emergency handling system. Our cruise offers a unique opportunity to visit picturesque local villages and idyllic islands. You will see many unforgettable sites along the Nile River between Luxor and Aswan, which are unique to the Dahabiyas and which you will not find on the big cruises, Like the island of Ramadi, where you can dine on the island and then enjoy the unique Egyptian show Rababah and then spend a night beside nature.

Dahabiya Facilities

  • Cruises length: 50 meters
  • Cruises width: 7.5 meters
  • 8 Twin Deluxe Cabins (18 M²)
  • 2 Large Deluxe cabins (18 M²)
  • Sun Deck with an Open-Air Heated Jacuzzi
  • Emergency Handling and Fire-Trained Staff
  • Free Wifi
  • satellite marine
  • Mini Bar
  • Safe box
  • Air-conditioner
  • Heater
  • Porter
  • Fruit Basket
  • Openable windows with a panoramic view

Day-to-day Itinerary

5 Nights Itinerary

Day 1: (Saturday)

Climb to Luxor.

Lunch on board.

After lunch, visit Luxor and Karnak temples.

Dinner and Overnight on the West bank.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 2: (Sunday)

Breakfast on board.
Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon.
Lunch on board.
Sail to Esna and have Tea time on the Sun Deck.
Dinner during sailing.
Overnight beside an Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: (Monday)

Breakfast while crossing the Esna Lock. Sail to Edfu and have lunch while sailing.
Visit Edfu Temple. Sail to Gray Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: (Tuesday)

Breakfast on board while sailing to Kom Ombo. Visit Kom Ombo Temple.
Lunch on board while sailing.
Stay on Hor Diab Island, where you will experience swimming in the purest and cleanest water of the Nile River.
Dinner on board while sailing to Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 5: (Wednesday)

Breakfast on board.
Visit the Philae Temple and the High Dam.
Lunch on board.
The possibility of visiting the Nubian village (optional).
Dinner on board.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 6: (Thursday)

Breakfast on board.
Possibility of Visit Abu Simbel Temple early morning (OptionalVisit).
Disembarkation in Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast 

7 Nights Itinerary

Day 1: (Saturday)

Embarkation in Luxor.
Lunch on board.
After Lunch, visits the Luxor & Karnak Temples.
Dinner and Overnight on the West bank.

Meals: Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 2: (Sunday)

Breakfast on board.
Visit the West Bank (Valley of the Kings, Hatshepsut temple and
the Colossi of Memnon.
Lunch on board.
Sail to Esna and have Tea time on the Sun Deck.
Dinner during sailing.
Overnight beside an Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 3: (Monday)

Breakfast while crossing Esna Lock.
Lunch on board while sailing.
Visit Edfu Temple.
Sail to Al Ramady Island.
Private Island Dinner Along With An Exclusive Egyptian Rababa Show.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 4: (Tuesday)

Breakfast on board while sailing to Kom Ombo
Visit Kom Ombo Temple.
Lunch on board while sailing.
Arrive at Hor Diab Island and have the experience of swimming in the purest and cleanest water of the
Nile River.
Dinner on board while sailing to Aswan.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Night Stay on Overnight in Aswan.

Day 5: (Wednesday)

Breakfast on board.
Visit the Philae Temple and the High dam. Lunch on board.
Possibility of Visiting the Nubian Village ( Optional ).
Dinner on board.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Day 6: (Thursday)

Breakfast on board.
Possibility of Visiting Abu Simbel Temple early morning (OptionalVisit).
Lunch on board while sailing.
Sail to el Ramady Island.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch

Day 7: (Friday)

Early morning Sail to Esna.
Breakfast on board while sailing
crossing Esna lock.
Lunch on board while sailing to Luxor
Arrive in Luxor.
Visit the unique Sound & Light Show
Dinner and overnight in Luxor West Bank.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Night Stay on overnight in Luxor West Bank.

Day 8: (Saturday)

Breakfast on board.
Disembarkation in Luxor.

Meals: Breakfast

What is included?
Items that are included in the cost of the cruise.
  • Meet and assist service upon arrival & departure
  • Assistance of our personal during your stay and excursions
  • All transfers in a modern private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accommodation on board 5-star Dahabiya on full board basis
  • Tea, coffee, and soft drinks are available all day
  • All Dahabiya excursions as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entrance fees to all sights between Luxor and Aswan
  • Egyptologist guide during your excursions
What is not included?
Items that are not included in the cost of the cruise.
  • Any extras not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Tipping for staff members

Things to know

Prices

  • Prices are in US dollars per person per trip, and you can pay in any other currency.
  • Rates are subject to change in case of any changes.
  • Rates are not valid during Christmas and New Year.
  • Rates are Per Person Per 3 or 4 Nights Package
  • Child Less than 3 Years are Free of Charge
  • Child Rate is applicable for children from 3 to 11 Years Old Sharing Parents Cabin.
  • Children more than 12 Years pay Adult Rate
  • Rates Include Tours as Per Cruise Program
  • Rates Include Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
  • Rates Include Transfers From Airport / Train Station / Hotel upon arrival.
  • A triple Cabin is a Normal Double Cabin with an Extra Bed or Sofa Bed.
  • Accepted Currency in Cruise: USD, EUR & GBP
  • Accepted Method of Payment: Cash & Credit Cards

Tipping in Egypt

Tipping is not included in any of our packages and is entirely up to the discretion of travelers. Although it is not mandatory, it is of great importance to the people who take care of you while traveling.

Extra Expenses

Extra personal expenses on the trip may include a food tour, alcoholic beverages, tipping, visa fees, recreational expenses, and other services not listed.

Following are the items with extra costs during the trek:

  • For the visa fees, please check Visa and Passport Information.
  • Additional transport that you require.
  • Tipping for the guide and driver after the trip.
  • In case of unforeseen events like bad weather conditions and eventual flight cancellations, you are responsible for extra hotel nights and meals.

Booking Confirmation Policy

  • The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
  • We are offering a low down payment of just 25% to secure your spaces on tour, including hotel rooms, cruise cabins, domestic flight tickets, and other travel-related services. The remaining balance can be paid up to two days before your arrival date or in cash upon arrival at the destination to your tour manager, making you’re booking a risk-free investment.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellation after confirmation with payment before 30 days of the commencement of the tour: 10% of the value of the tour package.
  • Canceling the tour 30 to 20 days before commencement of the tour: 25% of the value of the package
  • Canceling 19-15 days before commencing the tour: 50% of the tour cost
  • Canceling 14-11 days before commencement of the tour: 75% of the tour cost
  • Canceling before 10 days or less before the tour date: No refund for the tour

Things to bring with you

  • A valid Passport for 6 months
  • Sunblock
  • Sunglasses
  • Sanitizer gel
  • Water holder
  • Bug spray
  • Warm clothes in winter
  • Cotton clothes in summer
  • A hat
  • Travel adaptor
  • Camera
  • Umbrella
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Medication

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