Aswan to Abu Simbel Tour: Weekly Boat Trips with Dabuka Tours

Day 1: Aswan - Kalabsha - Ghazal (Luxury Safari Boat)

After boarding the boat, we start our journey south towards the temples of Kalabsha and Beit el Wali. We will serve lunch while we sail to the original site of the Kalabsha temple. Known as Mandoulis, Kalabsha dates back to Roman times. Equally important: The city of Kalabsha initially housed the temple, but authorities rescued and moved it to its current location. Pharaoh Ramses II carved Beit el Wali, meaning "house of the Saint," into the mountain. This time, we will anchor at Khour El Ghazal and enjoy a starlit dinner before retiring for the night. (L/D)

Day 2: Wadi El Seboua - Dakka – Meharraqa (Luxury Safari Boat)

We will have breakfast on board, than we resume our navigation. Today, we travel down Lake Nasser to discover three relocated temples known for their unique sculptures and delicate beauty. During the sail, we will pass the regions of Abu Steta and Maria on our way to Wadi El Seboua. Abu Steta, famous for its golden sand dunes and interesting birds such as Pelicans, Cormorans, and Flamingos (in certain seasons), offers stunning views. In fact, UNESCO and other global organizations moved these temples. We will anchor to visit Wadi El Seboua, Dakka, and Meharraqa. There will be lunch on board.

• Dakka (Greek: Pselchis): Nubian king Ergamenes II and Ptolemy II erected this temple, which Roman Emperors Augustus and Tiberius later refurbished.
• Wadi El Seboua: Pharaoh Ramses II built this temple, accessed through a pathway of sphinxes bearing his effigy, in dedication to the Gods Amun-Re and Ra.

At the present time, we will sail towards one of the most tranquil bays of the Nubian Lake, Wadi El Arab. Moving on, we head to the Amada Temple, with views of local fishermen’s houses along the way. Occasionally, we may see lake crocodiles surfacing for sunlight (in certain seasons). The day ends with a quiet sunset as we anchor in Amada for the night. We will serve dinner on board. (B/L/D)

Day 3: Amada – Pennout – El Derr (Luxury Safari Boat)

After breakfast on board, we visit the temples of Amada, Pennout, and El Derr. King Thutmose III and King Amenophis II built the temple of Amada, which ranks among the most interesting in Nubia. Ramses II built the temple of El Derr, dedicated to the God Amon, which later served as a church during the Coptic Era. Workers moved the tomb of Pennout block by block from the Nubian village of Aniba in order to bring it to its current location. We return to the boat for lunch on board and then head towards Kasr Ibrim. Finally, we will have dinner and spend the night nearby. (B/L/D)

Day 4: Kasr Ibrim – Abu Simbel (Luxury Safari Boat)

After breakfast on board, we explore Kasr Ibrim, the only monument on Nubian Lake that remains in its original location. It contains remains from Egypt’s Christian and Islamic periods, and the Ottomans transformed it into a fortress. We will serve lunch on board. As we venture through the Masmas area, home to numerous Nubian villages, we will soon see the Abu Simbel Temples emerging from the water. As night falls, we have the option of attending the Sound and Light Show at the temples. We will serve dinner and spend the night on board. (B/L/D)

Day 5: Abu Simbel – Check-out (Luxury Safari Boat)

After breakfast, you will check out from the boat. We dedicate this morning for the purpose of exploring the vast wonders of the Abu Simbel Temples of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari. The twin temples, carved out of the mountainside in the 13th century BC, serve as a lasting monument to the king and his queen. They commemorate his victory at the Battle of Kadesh. Ramses II dedicated the Great Temple at Abu Simbel to the gods Amun, Ra-Horakhty, and Ptah. Indeed, it is considered one of the grandest and most beautiful temples in Egypt. Check-out. (B)

Note: The program is subject to change based on navigation and local conditions. Visits may be reordered but the entirety of the program will be respected. In February, March, and April, strong sand winds and storms may force us to dock.

Booking and Cancellation Policy:
Booking: A 50% deposit is required at booking, with the balance due 30 days before departure.
Cancellation: Cancellations 90 days or more before departure receive a full refund minus non-refundable fees. Cancellations within 35 days of departure are non-refundable.