6 days to admire Egypt aboard a Dahabieh on the Nile
Looking for a vacation with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural attractions?
By Marie Le Saint expert of your cruises
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Main features
Boat model: Dahabieh
Type: Special sailing boats
Number of cabins: 12
Maximum capacity: 24 travelers
Comfort equipment
Climatisation
WIFI
Cabin
Deluxe double cabin
The deluxe cabin offers plenty of space to relax, while three sliding windows let you enjoy the beauty of the Nile. It features a king-size bed (or twin beds) and a private bathroom with shower, toilet and wall mirrors.
Suite with panoramic view
The suite offers magnificent views of the Nile, and with its large floor-to-ceiling windows, it's the most pleasant way to navigate the river. It features a king-size bed and a private bathroom with shower, toilet and wall mirrors.
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).
Itinerary
Esna
Pickup for the cruise takes place on Monday between 09:00-09:30 from your Luxor hotel (not the... more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Esna El Kab Edfu
El Kab, on the East bank of the Nile, was once the capital of Upper Egypt and is still home to the... more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Edfu Gebel el-Silsila
This is a day devoted to the river: immediately after an optional morning walk and breakfast, you... more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Gebel el-Silsila
Here, the Nile, flowing between two mountains ranges, is at its narrowest. You will usually be the... more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Gebel el-Silsila Kom Ombo
After a night on the water and beneath the stars, the morning trip will take you to the town and... more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Kom Ombo Aswan Bridge
Awake to the beautiful sight of the desert closing in on the river at Aswan Bridge. Here your... more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
The price includes
Egyptian guide (in the language requested by the travel group)
Entrance pass for the five sites visited during the cruise
Meals, snacks and soft drinks
Transfer from the dahabieh to your hotel in Aswan
Transfer from your hotel in Luxor (not the airport) to your dahabieh in Esna
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Beer, wine (white and red) and spirits (charged to passengers)
Tips to the crew and guide at the end of the cruise
Transfer from the dahabieh to Aswan airport.
Flights
Prepaid SIM card
Meals not included in the program
Additional information
Even though the boat is equipped with sails, navigation will primarily be done by motor when conditions are not favorable for using the sails
There is a limit to the number of single occupancy cabins per boat per week to cover operating costs. Beyond this limit, all rooms will be charged at the two people rate
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
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