Rafaheya Dahabeya Cruise
A boutique sailing dahabeya with farm-to-table dining, a wellness centre and stargazing on deck.
About the Rafaheya Dahabeya Cruise
Rafaheya is a luxury dahabeya built for slow travel. It mixes traditional Egyptian hospitality with modern comfort: farm-to-table menus, a wellness centre, cooking classes and evenings under the stars.
Accommodation
- Deluxe Cabins (23 m²) with twin beds and panoramic views
- Rafaheya Suites (26 m²) with a large bed and sitting area
- Terrace Suites (35 m²) with a private terrace, whirlpool and sun lounger
- Rafaheya Royal Suite (73 m²) with two private terraces and a living and dining area
Onboard Facilities
- Rustica indoor restaurant and Rasa outdoor grill restaurant
- Rosetta Bar & Lounge
- Plunge pool with jacuzzi
- Wellness centre and Luxoraswan-view gym
- Sundeck with stargazing telescopes
- Cooking classes, heritage talks, library and movie nights
Itineraries & Departures
- 04 Days / 03 Nights – Aswan to Luxor, every Friday
- 05 Days / 04 Nights – Luxor to Aswan, every Monday
Price: from USD 1,899 per person. 3 nights: USD 1,899 (triple), 1,989 (double), 3,499 (single). 4 nights: USD 2,489 (triple), 2,599 (double), 4,499 (single). Summer rates.
04 Days - 03 Nights – Aswan to Luxor
Board before lunch, then sail to Al-Hirbiab Island for a Nubian dinner and entertainment.
A day of temples and quarries along the river, sailing on towards Esna.
Pass through the Esna lock and continue to Luxor to explore its monuments.
Breakfast on board, then disembark in Luxor.
05 Days - 04 Nights – Luxor to Aswan
Board the dahabiya in Luxor and have lunch on deck. In the afternoon, visit Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple. Dinner and overnight on board.
Visit the Valley of the Kings and the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut, then set sail and pass through the Esna lock. Dinner and overnight on board.
Sail south and visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, with time to relax on deck and enjoy the quiet stretches of the river.
Explore the ancient sandstone quarries of Gebel el-Silsila and the double Temple of Kom Ombo before sailing on towards Aswan.
Breakfast on board, then disembark in Aswan and transfer to the airport or your hotel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Available itineraries:
- 04 Days / 03 Nights – Aswan to Luxor, every Friday
- 05 Days / 04 Nights – Luxor to Aswan, every Monday
Prices start from USD 1,899 per person. 3 nights: USD 1,899 (triple), 1,989 (double), 3,499 (single). 4 nights: USD 2,489 (triple), 2,599 (double), 4,499 (single). Summer rates. Rates change for Christmas, New Year and Easter, so contact us for those dates.
- Deluxe Cabins (23 m²) with twin beds and panoramic views
- Rafaheya Suites (26 m²) with a large bed and sitting area
- Terrace Suites (35 m²) with a private terrace, whirlpool and sun lounger
- Rafaheya Royal Suite (73 m²) with two private terraces and a living and dining area
- Rustica indoor restaurant and Rasa outdoor grill restaurant
- Rosetta Bar & Lounge
- Plunge pool with jacuzzi
- Wellness centre and Luxoraswan-view gym
- Sundeck with stargazing telescopes
- Cooking classes, heritage talks, library and movie nights
Full board including mineral water, soft drinks and selected hot drinks, guided excursions and onboard activities. Prices are for Deluxe cabins; suites are quoted on request.