EXPAND YOUR TERRITORY

EXPAND YOUR TERRITORY

12-Day Cairo, Dahabiya Nile Cruise & Red Sea El Gouna

Experience timeless elegance and unhurried luxury. Pair Cairo’s timeless monuments with an exclusive, intimate Nile journey aboard a traditional Dahabiya sailboat, concluding in stylish El Gouna.

Tour Details

THE ROUTE

Cairo, El Gouna, Luxor, Aswan

JOURNEY TIME

12 Days

GROUP TYPE

Grand Journey

TOUR CLASS

5 Stars

THE PACE

Leisurely

EXPERIENCE COST

From $4,750 per person

Door-to-Door Pick up

We pick up all our guests from their hotel or airport terminal.

Sail the Nile on a Traditional Dahabiya and Unwind in El Gouna on a 12-Day Egypt Tour

Combine the intimate elegance of traditional sailing with the vibrant waters of the Red Sea on our 12-Day Cairo Dahabiya Nile Cruise and El Gouna tour. Crafted for travelers seeking an unhurried, graceful alternative to large river cruise ships, this private expedition pairs the monumental capitals of the north with a private multi-day Dahabiya sailboat journey across Upper Egypt, concluding along the lagoons of El Gouna.

Accompanied by a dedicated Egyptologist, you will explore the Giza Plateau and the Egyptian Museum before flying south to board a traditional Dahabiya. Glide silently past ancient riverbanks from Esna to Aswan—visiting Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae—before crossing the Eastern Desert to spend your final days swimming, kite-surfing, or relaxing in the resort lagoons of El Gouna.

Tour Highlights
  • Explore the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the vast collections of the Egyptian Museum.
  • Charter a traditional multi-day Dahabiya Nile sailboat for an intimate river voyage from Esna to Aswan.
  • Discover the temples of Edfu, Kom Ombo, and Philae away from the large cruise crowds.
  • Conclude your journey with a relaxing coastal retreat along the lagoons and beaches of El Gouna.
  • Master-level private expert guide
  • All domestic flights and private transfers
  • Handpicked 5-star or boutique palace accommodation
  • All entrance fees and VIP fast-track tickets
  • Bottled water and cold towels onboard
  • Select meals as specified in detailed itinerary
  • International airfare and entry visa
  • Gratuities for your guide, driver, and cruise staff
  • Optional hot air balloon rides or specific inside-monument tickets (unless requested)

Rates vary based on seasonality, internal flight requirements, and accommodation tiers (5-Star vs. Signature Palace/Boutique). We specialize in bespoke, high-end private experiences tailored to your travel expectations.

Days 1-3: Pharaonic Foundations in Cairo

Your 12-Day Cairo Dahabiya Nile Cruise and El Gouna tour begins with a personal meet-and-greet at Cairo International Airport. Spend your first full day on the Giza Plateau with your private Egyptologist, standing at the base of the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx before exploring the royal artifacts housed inside the Egyptian Museum in Tahrir Square.

Days 4-8: The Traditional Dahabiya Nile Voyage (Esna to Aswan)

Fly south to Luxor and transfer to Esna to board your private Dahabiya sailboat. As the vessel glides quietly along the river powered by the wind, stop to explore the sandstone Temple of Horus at Edfu, the double temple of Kom Ombo, and the island sanctuary of Philae in Aswan, enjoying gourmet meals on deck and unhurried temple visits.

Days 9-12: Red Sea Relaxation in El Gouna & Departure

Disembark your Dahabiya and take a scenic private drive across the Eastern Desert to the coastal resort town of El Gouna. Spend four restful days enjoying the crystal-clear lagoons and beaches of the Red Sea—swim, kite-surf, take a boat trip over vibrant coral reefs, or relax at your resort before flying back to Cairo for your international departure.

Includes VIP logistical support from arrival to departure. Highly customizable pacing tailored completely to your interests.

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Prices: Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip except during Christmas, New Year & Easter holidays.

Price varies depending on your group size

0 – 05.99 Free of Charge
6 – 11.99 pay 50% of the tour price
12+ pay full tour price per adult person.
Notes: Child pricing applies to children who share rooms with their parents (Max 2 Children in one Room)