Sail slowly
Long periods with time to read, rest and watch river life unfold.
Signature Nile Journey
3-Night Northbound Journey
A compact northbound passage from Aswan to ancient Thebes.
4 days / 3 nightsDuration
Aswan to LuxorRoute
AswanEmbarkation
Soft all-inclusiveBoard
The Journey
3-Night Northbound Journey
A compact northbound journey from Aswan to Luxor, combining the island temples and landscapes of Aswan with Kom Ombo, long stretches of Nile sailing and the great monuments of ancient Thebes. The programme is deliberately concentrated, balancing archaeology with time aboard Fatima while allowing navigation and lock timings to remain flexible.
Why You Will Love It
Depth, time and a closer relationship with the river.
Step beyond the famous
Smaller archaeological places and village landscapes enrich the major monuments.
Explore with an expert
A licensed Egyptologist turns architecture and inscriptions into connected human stories.
Live close to the river
Open-deck meals, intimate service and an atmosphere shaped by wind and water.
Journey Rhythm
01Aswan & Philae
02Kom Ombo
03Esna Lock & Luxor by Night
04Royal Thebes & Karnak
Your Journey
Day by day aboard Fatima.
The order may adjust according to navigation, site opening times and local conditions.
Day 01
Aswan & the Island of Isis
Embarkation · Philae Temple · Optional Nubian Village · Aswan by Night
Arrive in Aswan and receive a warm welcome aboard Fatima. Visit Philae Temple by motorboat, exploring Isis, Agilkia Island, the complex’s Egyptian, Ptolemaic and Roman history, and its rescue and relocation. Guests may add an optional Nubian Village visit. In the evening, experience Aswan by Night through the Nile Corniche, local streets, markets, cafés and the city’s evening atmosphere, with the exact route kept flexible.
- Welcome aboard
- Philae Temple
- Isis
- Optional Nubian Village
- Aswan by Night
OvernightAswan
Day 02
Optional Abu Simbel & Kom Ombo
Optional Abu Simbel · Northbound Sailing · Kom Ombo Temple
Guests may begin with an optional Abu Simbel excursion. It is not included by default and no specific transport method or timing is promised unless operationally confirmed. Once everyone is back aboard, begin sailing north and visit Kom Ombo Temple later in the day, exploring its double architecture and the traditions of Sobek and Horus the Elder. Continue north to a quiet island or suitable mooring north of Kom Ombo to position the boat for the following day’s sail.
- Optional Abu Simbel
- Northbound sailing
- Kom Ombo Temple
- Sobek
- Horus the Elder
- Island / riverside mooring
OvernightNorth of Kom Ombo according to navigation
Day 03
Sailing to Luxor
Nile Sailing · Esna Lock · Luxor Temple by Night · Luxor City Tour
Spend the principal sailing day moving north through Upper Egypt, passing fields, villages, palms, fishermen, river traffic and rural landscapes. Proceed through Esna Lock without advertising a fixed crossing time, then continue toward Luxor. After arrival, visit Luxor Temple in the evening and continue with a relaxed orientation through Luxor by Night, potentially including the Nile Corniche, central streets, markets and cafés.
- Full northbound sailing
- Esna Lock
- Arrival in Luxor
- Luxor Temple by night
- Luxor city tour
- Final evening aboard
OvernightLuxor
Day 04
Royal Thebes & Karnak
Check-out · Valley of the Kings · Hatshepsut · Karnak Temple
Enjoy breakfast aboard and check out from Fatima. Visit the Valley of the Kings with selected tombs included in the standard programme, then continue to the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir el-Bahari. Cross to the East Bank and finish at Karnak Temple, including the Great Hypostyle Hall. Continue with onward arrangements in Luxor.
- Final breakfast
- Check-out
- Valley of the Kings
- Queen Hatshepsut Temple
- Karnak Temple
- Great Hypostyle Hall
OvernightJourney ends in Luxor
Navigation note: A dahabeya journey follows the rhythm of the Nile rather than a rigid mechanical timetable. Wind, water levels, river traffic, lock operations and local conditions can occasionally affect sailing times and overnight mooring points. The captain and onboard team may adjust the sailing programme when necessary while protecting the journey’s principal visits and overall character wherever conditions allow.
Your Floating Home
Life aboard Fatima Dahabeya.
Only twelve cabins, attentive service and generous open-air spaces create the intimacy of a private home on the Nile.
The vessel
- 10 comfortable cabins
- 2 panoramic suites
- Private bathroom facilities
- Shaded upper deck
- Dining spaces and dipping pool
Soft all-inclusive
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Snacks and seasonal fruit
- Tea and coffee
- Water, juices and soft beverages
- Housekeeping and crew service
A thoughtful note: Alcohol is not served onboard. Guests may bring their own alcoholic beverages, subject to responsible consumption and local regulations.
Planning Your Journey
What is included—and what is not included.
Cruise package
- Accommodation aboard Fatima
- Cabin or panoramic suite according to booking
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Fresh snacks and seasonal fruit
- Tea, coffee, bottled water, juices and soft beverages
- Crew service and housekeeping
- Scheduled dahabeya stops
Included excursions and guiding
- Excursions described in the confirmed itinerary
- Entrance fees for the sites named in the itinerary
- Licensed Egyptologist guide
- Air-conditioned transportation within the confirmed program
Not included
- Flights and visa
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic drinks
- Optional activities and extensions
- Extra or special tomb tickets
- Crew and Egyptologist gratuities
- Personal expenses
Nubian VillageOptional Nubian Village visit in Aswan, introducing contemporary Nubian life, architecture, traditions and the surrounding landscape. — Admin-defined / quotation
Abu SimbelOptional Abu Simbel excursion before the northbound sail. — Admin-defined / quotation
Before You Travel
Practical notes and frequently asked questions.
Pricing varies by season, cabin category, shared departure or charter, guest numbers, sightseeing package and extensions. Your quotation will separate these elements clearly.
Where does Fatima embark?
Embarkation depends on the selected Journey. Some southbound programmes begin aboard in Luxor, while others may meet or rejoin Fatima at Esna; northbound journeys begin in Aswan. Exact meeting points and times are confirmed before travel.
What is included?
All journeys include accommodation aboard Fatima, soft all-inclusive meals and non-alcoholic refreshments, crew service, housekeeping, the excursions described in the confirmed itinerary, entrance fees for the sites named in that itinerary, a licensed Egyptologist guide and air-conditioned transportation within the program.
Is alcohol served?
No. Alcohol is not served aboard Fatima. Guests may bring their own alcoholic drinks, subject to responsible consumption and local regulations.
Can children travel?
Yes, subject to the selected journey and cabin arrangements. Parents should consider open decks, gangways, uneven archaeological terrain and the quiet character of dahabeya travel.
Is the itinerary guaranteed exactly as written?
The route and principal experiences are carefully planned, but wind, water level, Esna lock schedules, permissions and site opening times may change the exact order. The team protects the journey’s quality and key visits wherever possible.
Is Fatima wheelchair accessible?
Fatima is a traditional river vessel with gangways, steps and variable shore access. Many sites also involve uneven ground. Guests with limited mobility should speak with the team before booking so practical requirements can be assessed honestly.
Plan Your Journey
Sail deeper into the Nile.
Share your dates and preferred cabin. We will confirm availability, guiding, transfers, extensions and one transparent price.