Nawara balances traditional styling with modern comfort
At $1,450 per person the Nawara sits just above the $1,350 dahabiya average. Its listing describes traditional elegance with modern comfort, which in this category usually means the classic wooden boat look without the compromises older boats carry in the bathrooms.
It has a small number of cabins with private bathrooms and personal crew service, and the calm pace that is the whole argument for a dahabiya over a cruise ship. Facilities are an open deck, dining area, lounge seating and crew service.
It sails Luxor to Aswan over four nights. A good middle option if the cheaper dahabiyas look too basic and the Sonesta Amirat at $1,650 looks like more than you need.
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Cruise Highlights
- Traditional elegance and modern comfort
- Personal, attentive service
- Calm river pace
5 Days / 4 Nights
- 1Day 1Board at Esna after transfer from Luxor, settle into your cabin, sail south with the current and moor on a quiet bank for the night.
- 2Day 2Morning sailing, stop at El Kab to see the rock-cut tombs, afternoon swimming stop and lunch on deck, moor near a sandbank.
- 3Day 3Visit Edfu Temple early before the larger ships arrive, sail on and stop at a riverside village and a camel market when scheduled.
- 4Day 4Visit the quarries at Gebel el-Silsila, a site most motorships pass by, afternoon sailing and a barbecue dinner on shore.
- 5Day 5Kom Ombo Temple at first light, continue sailing toward Aswan past Nubian villages.
- 6Day 6Arrive in Aswan, disembark after breakfast, optional Philae Temple and Abu Simbel extensions.
Cabins and Facilities
Small number of cabins with private bathrooms, traditional elegance with modern comfort.
- Open deck
- Dining area
- Lounge seating
- Personal crew service
What is included?
- Full board meals
- Guided shore excursions
- Entrance fees to scheduled temples
- Port taxes
Not usually included
- Drinks beyond water
- Personal spending
- Tips and gratuities
- Cairo portion of the trip
| Season | 4 nights5 days / 4 nights |
|---|---|
| Low seasonJun to Aug | Ask for rate |
| ShoulderMay and Sep | Ask for rate |
| High seasonOct to Apr | Ask for rate |
| EasterPeak dates | Ask for rate |
| ChristmasPeak dates | Ask for rate |
Indicative per person rates in a double cabin. Final price depends on cabin category, exact dates, and group size, and is confirmed at quote stage.
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Cruise FAQ
How much does Nawara Dahabiya cost?
Starting prices are around $1450 per person in a double cabin. The exact figure depends on cabin category, your dates and group size, and is confirmed at quote stage.
When is the cheapest time to sail?
Low season, roughly June to August, is the cheapest time to sail, with the May and September shoulder months a step below the October to April high season. The trade-off is heat: Upper Egypt regularly passes 40C in midsummer and excursions shift to early morning. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact rate.
What do peak dates cost?
Easter, Christmas and New Year are the peak sailings and carry the highest rates of the year. Both sell out months ahead, so book early if your dates are fixed. Send us your dates and we will confirm the exact figure.
Which route does Nawara Dahabiya sail?
Luxor to Aswan, over 5 Days / 4 Nights. The itinerary covers the classic temple route between Luxor and Aswan.
What are the cabins like?
Small number of cabins with private bathrooms, traditional elegance with modern comfort. It suits couples and small groups who want a personal, boutique sailing.
What is included in the price?
The rate covers full board meals, guided shore excursions, entrance fees to scheduled temples and port taxes. Not included: drinks beyond water, personal spending, tips and gratuities and cairo portion of the trip.
