The Nile Majestic dahabiya moored on the Nile at dusk

Nile Majestic Dahabiya

Duration
3 to 4 nights
Route
Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Kom Ombo, Aswan
Style
Boutique luxury dahabiya
Schedule
Flexible departures on your dates

About This Cruise

The Nile Majestic Dahabiya is a boutique sailing boat that drifts along the Nile between Luxor and Aswan under sail, an intimate alternative to the larger cruise ships. Part of our Luxury Dahabiya collection, she is well suited to couples, honeymooners, families, and small groups who value privacy, hand-crafted interiors, and an unhurried pace.

With 16 cabins, including 4 suites, the Nile Majestic keeps guest numbers low and the mood personal, while hand-painted Egyptian detailing and French balconies give the boat a character of its own. Days combine guided temple visits with long, quiet stretches of sailing and moorings beside the islands of Upper Egypt.

Ship Profile

16
Total Cabins
2
Total Decks
Luxury
Cruise Tier
Cabin Size
Cabin View
Renovated

Signature feature: Hand-painted suites and sun-deck pool

The Nile Majestic Dahabiya blends traditional sailing with hand-crafted interiors inspired by ancient Egyptian art. The boat offers 16 cabins in total: 12 standard cabins, six with large beds and six with twin beds, and 4 spacious suites. Standard cabins feature French balconies and panoramic windows, while the suites add private balconies. Every cabin has a private bathroom with a shower, individually controlled air conditioning, an electronic safe, a mini-fridge, a telephone, and satellite television when docked, finished with hand-painted star motifs and Egyptian detailing.

Onboard, guests share a buffet restaurant seating 34, a comfortable reception with a reading nook, and internet access throughout. The sun deck is made for slow days on the river, with a swimming pool, sunbeds, bean bags, bamboo Arabian-style seating, and shaded pergolas beneath the open sky.

Itinerary

5 Days / 4 Nights: Luxor to Aswan

1Day 1: Embarkation in Luxor, Karnak and Luxor Temples
Come aboard the Nile Majestic in Luxor and enjoy lunch as you settle in. Spend the afternoon exploring the temples of Karnak and Luxor with your private guide, then return for dinner and an overnight mooring on the West Bank.
🍽️ Meals Included Lunch, Dinner
2Day 2: Luxor West Bank, sailing toward Esna
Following breakfast, tour the Luxor West Bank, taking in the Valley of the Kings, Habu Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon. Lunch is served on board as the sails go up for Esna, with tea on the sun deck in the afternoon and dinner while sailing. You moor overnight beside a quiet island.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner
3Day 3: Esna Barrage, Temple of Edfu
Cross the Esna Barrage after breakfast and sail on to Edfu, where lunch is served during the journey. Visit the Temple of Edfu with your guide, then continue to Al Ramady Island for dinner and an overnight stop beside the island.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4Day 4: Gebel El Silsila, Temple of Kom Ombo
Sail early toward Gebel El Silsila and take breakfast on board. Visit the riverside Temple of Kom Ombo, then sail to El Sheikh Fadl Island for lunch and afternoon tea. Dinner is served on the island before a final evening sail toward Aswan and an overnight on board.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Dinner
5Day 5: Arrival in Aswan, Temple of Philae
Reach Aswan in the early morning and enjoy a final breakfast on board. After disembarking, visit the island Temple of Philae to close your journey.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast

4 Days / 3 Nights: Aswan to Luxor

1Day 1: Embarkation in Aswan, Temple of Philae
Board the Nile Majestic in Aswan and enjoy lunch on board. Visit the Temple of Philae, then take some free time at Aswan Market before an overnight stop in Aswan.
🍽️ Meals Included Lunch, Dinner
2Day 2: Optional Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, sailing to Esna
After breakfast, you may add an optional trip to the great temples of Abu Simbel. Enjoy lunch on board, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, then sail toward Esna with dinner served on board.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion Abu Simbel
3Day 3: Esna Barrage, sailing to Luxor
Sail early to Esna and take breakfast on board. Cross the Esna Barrage over lunch and continue under sail to Luxor, with dinner and an overnight mooring on arrival.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
4Day 4: Luxor West Bank, disembarkation
After breakfast, explore the Luxor West Bank, including the Valley of the Kings, Habu Temple, and the Colossi of Memnon, before disembarking in Luxor.
🍽️ Meals Included Breakfast

What’s Included

Included

  • Accommodation on board for the nights of your chosen program on a full-board basis.
  • All meals as listed in the program: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner.
  • Guided sightseeing and entrance fees for the temples and sites in the itinerary.
  • A private, English-speaking Egyptologist guide throughout.
  • Meet and assist service on embarkation and disembarkation.
  • All transfers by private, air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Assistance from our team during your journey.

Not Included

  • International and domestic flights.
  • Egypt entry visa.
  • Optional excursions, including Abu Simbel.
  • Drinks and items of a personal nature.
  • Tipping and gratuities.
  • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Pricing Information

Itineraries may change due to river conditions and regulations; we keep the sequence of visits wherever possible.

Children’s Policy
0-5.99 years
Free of charge
6-11.99 years
Pay 50% of tour price
12+ years
Pay full tour price as per adult person

Note: Child rates apply to children travelling with their parents. Where accommodation is included, a maximum of one child per room applies.

Onboard Facilities

WifiSwimming PoolRestaurantSun DeckAir ConditioningReading Nook

What to Pack

  • Hat or cap
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Light layers for cool evenings
  • Camera
  • Personal medication

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a dahabiya?
A dahabiya is a small, traditional sailing boat that carries far fewer guests than a cruise ship. The Nile Majestic has 16 cabins, keeping the boat quiet and personal and letting it moor at islands larger ships cannot reach.
What cabins does the Nile Majestic offer?
Sixteen cabins in total: 12 standard cabins, six with large beds and six with twin beds, and 4 suites. Standard cabins have French balconies and panoramic windows, while the suites add a private balcony.
Which routes does the Nile Majestic sail?
Between Luxor and Aswan. We offer a 5 day sailing from Luxor to Aswan and a 4 day sailing from Aswan to Luxor, both taking in the temples and islands of Upper Egypt.
What is on the sun deck?
A swimming pool, sunbeds, bean bags, bamboo Arabian-style seating, and shaded pergolas, all with open views over the Nile.
How do rates and booking work?
The Nile Majestic is offered on special charter rates. Send your travel dates and group size through the enquiry form and our team will prepare a tailored quote.

Why Book With Nile Empire

Local experts

An Egypt-based team that lives and breathes these journeys.

Private & tailor-made

Every trip built around your dates, pace, and budget.

Certified Egyptologists

Your own private guide at every temple and tomb.

Confirm before you pay

We confirm availability and your final price first. A deposit is only due once you are happy to proceed.

What Our Travellers Say

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