The Temple of Edfu is one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt and one of the last great temples built during the Ptolemaic era (237–57 BC). Dedicated to Horus, the god of the sky, the temple stands on the legendary site where Horus is believed to have defeated Set, according to the Osiris myth.
Its impressive architecture and detailed carvings beautifully blend ancient Egyptian and Greek influences, making it one of the highlights of any Dahabiya Nile cruise.

Sail to Kom Ombo & spend the overnight onboard the cruise.

The Temple of Kom Ombo, meaning “The Hill of Gold,” dates back to the Greco-Roman period (205–180 BC) during the reign of Ptolemy V. What makes this temple truly unique is its rare double design, divided into two symmetrical sections—one dedicated to Sobek, the crocodile god, and the other to Horus, the falcon-headed sky god.

At the end of the day, enjoy sailing to Aswan. The lunch & dinner meals will be served onboard the Dahabiya boat.

The Aswan High Dam was constructed between 1960 and 1970 with the assistance of the Moscow-based Hydroproject Institute. Its purpose was to control the annual flooding of the Nile, generate hydroelectric power, and provide increased water storage for irrigation through Lake Nasser.
Following its construction, several ancient monuments, including Abu Simbel and Philae Temple, were threatened by rising waters. Thanks to an extraordinary UNESCO-led rescue mission in the 1960s—one of the most remarkable archaeological operations in history—these temples were successfully relocated and preserved.

The Unfinished Obelisk is a unique ancient monument that offers invaluable insight into how obelisks were carved in ancient Egypt. Commissioned by Queen Hatshepsut (1508–1458 BC), it was intended to stand at the entrance of Karnak Temple alongside what is now known as the Lateran Obelisk in Rome.
Known in ancient times as “Tekhenu,” meaning “to pierce the sky,” the obelisk would have reached a height of 42 meters and weighed approximately 1,200 tons. A crack discovered during construction halted the work, leaving the obelisk in its original location to this day.

Philae Temple is a breathtaking sanctuary dedicated to Isis, the goddess of love and magic. The temple is famous for its reliefs depicting the Myth of Osiris, telling the story of Osiris’s murder by his brother Set, his resurrection as ruler of the underworld, and the triumph of his son Horus, the sky god.
Due to the construction of the Aswan High Dam, the temple was relocated in the 1960s to Agilkia Island as part of a UNESCO rescue project, preserving this masterpiece for future generations.

At the end of the day, you will back to the Nile cruise for the overnight. The lunch and dinner will be on board the boat.