Book now an amazing 8 days 7 nights trip onboard sola dahabiya nile cruise from 2 August 2027 to 9 August 2027. and enjoy the solar eclipse 2027 in a relaxing and elegant atmosphere. this special depature combines excellent service and comfort, stunning nile views
Day 1: Monday 02-08-2027 Arrival in Luxor – Embarkation to your Dahabiya & East Bank Tour
On arrival in Luxor, our representative will meet you at your hotel or at Luxor Airport to assist you and accompany you to your elegant Dahabiya Nile cruise.
Transfer to the best site to exploring the eclipse
In the afternoon, begin your journey through Luxor’s ancient wonders with a visit to Karnak Temple, continue to Luxor Temple
Return to your Dahabiya for dinner.
Enjoy a relaxing evening on board and overnight in Luxor.
Day 02: Tuesday 03-08-2027 Luxor West Bank – Sail to Esna – Batikh Island
Enjoy breakfast on board
Cross to the West Bank for a guided tour of Luxor’s most iconic sites:
The Valley of the Kings
The Temple of Queen Hatshepsut
The Colossi of Memnon
Return to the Dahabiya for lunch and begin sailing south toward Esna.
Dinner is served on board.
Overnight moored near Batikh Island, a quiet spot close to Esna where you can enjoy the serenity of the Nile.
Day 03: Wednesday 04-08-2027 Esna Lock – Edfu – El Ramady Island
Breakfast on board as the Dahabiya proceeds to the Esna Lock
Continue sailing toward Edfu, passing through beautiful river scenery on the West Bank.
Upon arrival in Edfu, take a charming horse-carriage ride to visit the Temple of Edfu, dedicated to the falcon god Horus and one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
Return to the cruise for lunch as you sail toward El Ramady Island, a peaceful stretch of land far from the busy cruise routes.
In the evening, enjoy a special barbecue dinner on the island under the stars—a unique and unforgettable experience.
Overnight on El Ramady Island.
Day 4: Thursday 05-08-2027 Bassaw Village – Gebel el-Silsila – Kom Ombo – Sail to Aswan
Enjoy breakfast on board while the Dahabiya sails toward the charming and rarely visited village of Bassaw.
Explore this small island community of around 500 inhabitants—known for its quiet, timeless way of life. The villagers grow mangoes, bananas, and dates, and rely heavily on the Nile for fishing.
Return to the Dahabiya and continue sailing to Gebel el-Silsila, the ancient sandstone quarry used by many pharaohs.
Enjoy lunch on board while sailing toward Kom Ombo.
During this scenic part of the sail, you will pass to many islands
Upon arrival at Kom Ombo, visit the Temple of Kom Ombo, dedicated to Sobek and Horus, with its fascinating dual layout.
Dinner is served on board as your cruise continues sailing toward Aswan.
Arrive in Aswan around midnight and overnight on board.
Day 5: Friday 06-08-2027 Aswan
Enjoy breakfast on board. Visit two of Aswan’s most important landmarks: Philae Temple and The High Dam
Enjoy lunch on board
Enjoy dinner on board
Accommodation on board the Dahabyia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.
-Day 6 Saturday (07-08-2027): Sailing Komombo and Edfu
Breakfast on board
Enjoy sailing across the Nile in Komombo and Edfu.
Enjoy lunch on board
Dinner on board
Overnight aboard Dahabyia.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.
Day 7 Sunday (08-08-2027): Sailing to Luxor
Breakfast on board.
Enjoy sailing across the Nile in Luxor.
Enjoy lunch on board.
Dinner on board .
Overnight aboard the Dahabyia.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner.
Day 8 Monday (09-08-2027): Checkout in Luxor
Breakfast on board
Checkout from the Dahabiyya
Transfer from the Dahabiyya to the airport the train station or the hotel in Luxor.
Meals: Breakfast
Note: Sailing schedule may change due to river conditions or regulations but you will visit all the mentioned sites.