LUXOR ASWAN
Hathor Dahabiya
A private sailing dahabiya on the Egyptian Nile. Eight cabins, two suites and two Royal Suites, between Luxor and Aswan.
Hathor Cruise ® 2026
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Hathor Dahabiya
A private dahabiya journey between Luxor and Aswan, shaped by stillness, history and the rhythm of the river.
Aboard Luxor — Aswan
02 — Sailings
A five-star dahabiya where Nile history, contemporary comfort and intimate sailing come together. Three itineraries, four cabin grades, 32 guests aboard.
The route
Drawn from the river’s own coordinates. Sail it here, and see what stands at each mooring before you tie up there.
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A 4-night passage · Luxor to Aswan
Hathor takes on her 32 guests at dusk, with Karnak still lit on the east bank.
Karnak Templec. 2000 BC
Two hundred acres of sanctuaries, raised over two thousand years.
Read moreValley of the Kingsc. 1539 BC
Sixty-three royal tombs cut into the rock of the west bank.
Read moreTemple of Hatshepsutc. 1479 BC
Three colonnaded terraces set straight against the cliff at Deir el-Bahari.
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Through the lock at first light. Past it the river empties of engines almost entirely.
Temple of Khnumc. 180 BC
A hypostyle hall nine metres below the town, its painted ceiling still on it.
Read moreThe Esna Lock1906
The one lock on this reach — the gate every dahabiya waits for.
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The best-preserved temple in Egypt, a short ride from where Hathor ties up.
Temple of Horus237 BC
The most completely preserved temple in Egypt, its roof still standing.
Read moreGebel el-Silsilac. 1500 BC
The sandstone quarry that built Karnak, Luxor and Edfu.
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A twin temple standing on the bank itself. Moor, walk up, and be back before dinner.
Temple of Sobek & Haroeris180 BC
One temple in two mirrored halves — the crocodile god on one side, the falcon on the other.
Read moreCrocodile Museum2012
Three hundred mummified crocodiles, drawn from the temple’s own precinct.
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Granite islands, the softest light on the river, and the quarry that never gave up its obelisk.
Philae Temple280 BC
Moved stone by stone to Agilkia island to save it from the rising water.
Read moreThe Unfinished Obeliskc. 1500 BC
Still lying in its bedrock — finished, it would have stood forty-two metres.
Read moreElephantine Islandc. 3000 BC
Egypt’s southern frontier town, settled before the pyramids were raised.
Read moreHathor · An intimate river residence
The art of life aboard Three decks. A world of your own. Step inside Hathor, explore each room, and find the one that feels like yours.
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Suites and rooms arranged around the heart of the ship. Select a room to look inside your next journey. Illustrated deck plans. Furnishings are indicative.
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A dahabiya draws little more than a metre. She moors at Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo while the floating hotels pass by, and ties up at banks that have no dock at all.
02 — The voyages
Three sailings between the two cities. The river decides how long each one takes; the direction decides how it feels.
All voyages
03 — The suites
Eight cabins, two suites and two Royal Suites, each with its own window on the bank. Hand-worked wood, linen, and a bed made for the quiet after a shore day.
See the suites
Eight cabins, two suites and two Royal Suites. The whole boat holds fewer people than one deck of a cruise ship, which is the entire point of her.
A full sailing is thirty-two guests, across twelve quiet rooms.
A dahabiya sails. Two lateen sails and the current do the work, and the river is the only thing you hear between the moorings.
Egypt arrives without hurry: warm company, refined cabins and the river unfolding one measured bend at a time.
Luxor · Aswan · Egypt
32 guests, five moorings and one river. The rest of the arrangements are ours.
05 — The guide
A dahabiya Nile cruise travels the river the traditional way: a sailing boat, a handful of guests, and the Nile between Luxor and Aswan at an unhurried pace. Hathor carries 32 guests in twelve cabins and suites, so she moors at quiet banks the floating hotels sail past.
Per cabin, for the whole voyage. Taxes and service charges included.
A dahabiya is a traditional Egyptian sailing boat. Because a dahabiya travels under sail rather than engine and carries very few guests, it moors at quieter anchorages than a large Nile cruiser can reach, and the days follow the river rather than a timetable.
The complete guideCabins start from $3,000 for three nights from Aswan to Luxor, $4,000 for four nights from Luxor to Aswan and $7,000 for the seven-night round trip. Prices are per cabin for the whole voyage, with taxes and service charges included; suites and Royal Suites are priced above the cabins.
Sailing dates and pricesFine dining and selected beverages, guided temple visits and shore days, and attentive service from embarkation to farewell. Taxes and service charges are included in the cabin price.
What is included, in fullBetween Luxor and Aswan, mooring at Esna, Edfu and Kom Ombo. Choose three nights from Aswan to Luxor, departing on Wednesdays; four nights from Luxor to Aswan, departing on Saturdays; or the seven-night round trip from Luxor, departing on Saturdays.
All voyages32 guests. Hathor is arranged across three decks with eight cabins of 22 sqm, two suites of 46 sqm and two Royal Suites of 56 sqm.
The cabins and suitesA Nile cruise ship usually carries a hundred guests or more; Hathor carries 32. A dahabiya draws little more than a metre, so she ties up at banks with no dock at all and reaches moorings the big ships pass by.
Nile cruise or dahabiyaYes. Private charter gives your group exclusive use of Hathor, with the itinerary, dining and shore days shaped around your party.
Private charterGuest reviews
More than a journey, a collection of memories. Here are the words of our guests, written from the heart.
Real journeys. Genuine stories.
We spent an amazing time on Dahabiya Hathor, honestly this was such a lovely and peaceful experience. It’s very different from any cruise or boat I've been on, everything feels slower and more calm. The boat is beautiful. Very charming and luxurious. The rooms were exclusive and perfectly prepared for us, and we spent amazing time there and also on the deck just watching the Nile go by, which was honestly the best part. The staff were kind and always around if we needed anything, without being too much. You can tell they care about making the trip easy for everyone. The food was delicious, fresh and grate variety that everyone could enjoy. For us, especially with family and just wanting a break, it was perfect. Overall, a really calm and beautiful way to see the best of the Nile river. I’d definitely recommend this cruise if you want something unique, luxurious, relaxing and not overcrowded.
An unforgettable luxury Nile cruise! The ship was absolutely beautiful, with elegant, spacious suites, comfortable beds, and stunning views of the river. Everything felt refined, peaceful, and exceptionally well maintained. The food was another highlight. Every meal was fresh, varied, and beautifully presented, with a great selection of both local and international dishes. The service was warm, attentive, and professional throughout the entire journey. Sailing along the Nile in such comfort was a truly special experience. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone looking for luxury, relaxation, excellent cuisine, and a memorable way to discover Egypt!
We spent 3 days and 4 nights on the Dahabiya Hathor, traveling from Aswan to Luxor, and overall it was a truly unforgettable experience. The ship itself is beautiful — very modern and brand new. Since this was only the third trip the Dahabiya had ever done, there are still a few things that need improvement and fine-tuning. However, the entire crew was incredibly helpful and did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. A special thank you goes to Mario, the bar chef, Achmed, our tour guide, Achmed Mohamed (housekeeping), Hossam the manager, and Adam. Everyone was exceptionally kind, attentive, and always willing to help. We were actually the only guests on board during the cruise, which made the experience feel even more unique and personal. The crew adjusted the itinerary according to our wishes and needs, which we appreciated greatly. One of the absolute highlights was a spontaneous stop at the Nile riverbank so we could swim in the Nile. The crew set up beach chairs for us right by the water and even brought us drinks while we were swimming. It was such a special and unforgettable moment that we will always remember. The food on board was also excellent — delicious and very generous in portion size, although for us it was almost too much food at times. But perhaps that is simply part of the local hospitality and culture. As the ship is still very new, there are a few technical aspects that could be improved, such as the hot water system, water filtration, jacuzzi water quality, and the AC. We mentioned these points several times, and the crew was always responsive and eager to help. We are sure these are normal adjustments for a brand-new ship and that everything will improve with more experience and time. Overall, we would like to sincerely thank the entire crew for this wonderful and unforgettable journey on the Dahabiya Hathor.
Ratings and reviews from Google, shown as written by guests.
We spent an amazing time on Dahabiya Hathor, honestly this was such a lovely and peaceful experience. It’s very different from any cruise or boat I've been on, everything feels slower and more calm. The boat is beautiful. Very charming and luxurious. The rooms were exclusive and perfectly prepared for us, and we spent amazing time there and also on the deck just watching the Nile go by, which was honestly the best part. The staff were kind and always around if we needed anything, without being too much. You can tell they care about making the trip easy for everyone. The food was delicious, fresh and grate variety that everyone could enjoy. For us, especially with family and just wanting a break, it was perfect. Overall, a really calm and beautiful way to see the best of the Nile river. I’d definitely recommend this cruise if you want something unique, luxurious, relaxing and not overcrowded.
An unforgettable luxury Nile cruise! The ship was absolutely beautiful, with elegant, spacious suites, comfortable beds, and stunning views of the river. Everything felt refined, peaceful, and exceptionally well maintained. The food was another highlight. Every meal was fresh, varied, and beautifully presented, with a great selection of both local and international dishes. The service was warm, attentive, and professional throughout the entire journey. Sailing along the Nile in such comfort was a truly special experience. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone looking for luxury, relaxation, excellent cuisine, and a memorable way to discover Egypt!
We spent 3 days and 4 nights on the Dahabiya Hathor, traveling from Aswan to Luxor, and overall it was a truly unforgettable experience. The ship itself is beautiful — very modern and brand new. Since this was only the third trip the Dahabiya had ever done, there are still a few things that need improvement and fine-tuning. However, the entire crew was incredibly helpful and did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. A special thank you goes to Mario, the bar chef, Achmed, our tour guide, Achmed Mohamed (housekeeping), Hossam the manager, and Adam. Everyone was exceptionally kind, attentive, and always willing to help. We were actually the only guests on board during the cruise, which made the experience feel even more unique and personal. The crew adjusted the itinerary according to our wishes and needs, which we appreciated greatly. One of the absolute highlights was a spontaneous stop at the Nile riverbank so we could swim in the Nile. The crew set up beach chairs for us right by the water and even brought us drinks while we were swimming. It was such a special and unforgettable moment that we will always remember. The food on board was also excellent — delicious and very generous in portion size, although for us it was almost too much food at times. But perhaps that is simply part of the local hospitality and culture. As the ship is still very new, there are a few technical aspects that could be improved, such as the hot water system, water filtration, jacuzzi water quality, and the AC. We mentioned these points several times, and the crew was always responsive and eager to help. We are sure these are normal adjustments for a brand-new ship and that everything will improve with more experience and time. Overall, we would like to sincerely thank the entire crew for this wonderful and unforgettable journey on the Dahabiya Hathor.
Our experience on the Hathor Dahabiya was truly exceptional and one we will always remember. From the moment we stepped on board, we felt welcomed and completely relaxed. The dahabiya itself was stunning, combining elegance, comfort, and a peaceful atmosphere that made the journey along the Nile even more special. Every destination we visited was beautiful, and each stop offered unforgettable views and unique experiences. The onboard service was outstanding. The entire team was attentive, friendly, and always ready to help with a smile. The food exceeded our expectations as well, with delicious meals, excellent quality, and a great selection every day. A heartfelt thank you to our guide, whose kindness, availability, and professionalism added so much to this trip. He made sure everything ran smoothly and helped create wonderful memories throughout the journey. We would highly recommend the Hathor Dahabiya to anyone looking for a luxurious, intimate, and unforgettable way to explore the beauty of the Nile.
We were on a Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan from March 7th to 11th, 2026, with a family of 7. It was the boat's first trip, and despite a few minor hiccups, everything went excellently. We would like to express our gratitude to the crew for a wonderfully organized cruise. The staff was very welcoming, and the manager was available 24/7. Any issues we had were resolved quickly. The food was high quality, the boat was new and spotlessly clean — overall, the service was excellent. The excursions were great and very interesting. A special thank you to Captain Ahmed. Overall, we highly recommend it for a family vacation; everyone was absolutely delighted.
06 — Contact
32 guests, five moorings and one river. The rest of the arrangements are ours.
