Day 1
Arrival in Aswan & Philae Temple
Overnight: Scenic Nile island near Aswan
- Arrive by 9:00 AM; visit Philae Temple, board Fayrouz Sanctuary
- Evening: BBQ picnic and candlelit dinner on a Nile island shore
A SANCTUARY IN MOTION
DriftThrough Ancient Egypt
Fayrouz is not merely a journey along the Nile. It is a state of being, where silence is deliberate, comfort is instinctive, and the river reveals itself at its own pace.
EXPLORE CABINSOUR PHILOSOPHY
The Story of Fayrouz ,
Fayrouz Sanctuary is not a dahabiya.
It is a state of being.
Born from a vision to glide softly to be unlike any other dahabiya on the Nile, it was conceived as a moving retreat, where silence is intentional, comfort is instinctive, and every detail exists with purpose.
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FLOATING SANCTUARY
EXPLORE THE VESSEL
Three Decks, One Sanctuary
Explore each deck to discover what awaits, from gem-named cabins to the open-air sun terrace.
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ON BOARD
Life Aboard
Fayrouz
The passage
5 Nights / 6 Days
The fuller northbound passage, Philae, Kom Ombo, Gebel, Edfu, Esna, and Karnak.
Day 2
Kom Ombo & Gebel El Silsila
Overnight: Near Gebel El Silsila
- Breakfast onboard sailing to Kom Ombo Temple
- Then Gebel El Silsila's towering cliffs
Day 3
Island Walk & Authentic Nile Life
Overnight: Quiet Nile anchorage
- A walk through plantations, tea with a local family
- Afternoon free, kayak, swim in the Nile, traditional fishing, or relax on deck
- Evening live music
Day 4
Edfu & Riverside Reflection
Overnight: North of Edfu
- The Temple of Horus at Edfu, Egypt's most complete and best-preserved temple
- Later, a walk to a hilltop Sufi saint's burial site for quiet reflection over the Nile
Day 5
Esna & Temple of Khnum
Overnight: Toward Luxor
- Visit the Temple of Khnum and Esna's market
- Cross the Esna Lock toward Luxor
Day 6
Karnak Temple & Departure from Luxor
Overnight: Disembarkation in Luxor
- Relaxed breakfast, then Karnak Temple
- Transfer to Luxor International Airport (recommended departure after 3:00 PM)
All itineraries are subject to change and may be adjusted due to navigational or operational requirements. Visits and excursions mentioned are for reference and are not included in the cruise rate; they can be arranged separately upon request.
THE NILE JOURNEYS
A tapestry of ancient wonders woven along the
eternal river.
Aswan to Luxor
3 NIGHTS / 4 DAYS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
Day 1 – Aswan Arrival | Philae Temple & Kom Ombo- Day 2 – Gebel El Silsila & Authentic Nile Life
- Day 3 – Esna & the Temple of Khnum
- Day 4 – Karnak Temple & Luxor Departure
Luxor to Aswan
4 NIGHTS / 5 DAYS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- Day 1 – Luxor Arrival & Begin Sailing
- Day 2 – Esna, Temple of Khnum & El Kab
- Day 3 – Island Life & Gebel El Silsila
- Day 4 – Kom Ombo, Daraw & A Special Nile Evening
- Day 5 – Philae Temple & Departure from Aswan
Aswan to Luxor
5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS
- Day 1 – Arrival in Aswan & Philae Temple
- Day 2 – Kom Ombo & Gebel El Silsila
- Day 3 – Island Walk & Authentic Nile Life
- Day 4 – Edfu & Riverside Reflection
- Day 5 – Esna & Temple of Khnum
- Day 6 – Karnak Temple & Departure from Luxor