A timeless interlude: an 8 day cruise on the Nile
Are you looking for a vacation that is exotic, relaxing, exclusive, and rich in cultural visits, while allowing you to simply let yourself go?
By Marie Le Saint expert of your cruises So don't hesitate any longer and set off to discover Upper Egypt aboard a traditional, high-end boat on a human scale (around 5 cabins) that you share with other travelers but in a small group, with an attentive crew in charge of your well-being, the cuisine, and the hotel service on board. Everything is included, and the itinerary is planned in advance! But hurry, it's going fast! ##The boat You will sail and live for a few days aboard a Dahabieh, a kind of luxury felucca, a traditional boat typical of the Nile, quite long and slender with two sails, which moves with the wind as in the past. It has been refurbished and equipped with very spacious communal areas, both inside and outside, sun decks for relaxing, and luxurious private cabins with views of the Nile and en-suite bathrooms.
A unique vacation A change of scenery, peace and quiet, communion with nature, sunshine, local specialties, visits to exceptional sites steeped in history, sailing... a unique cocktail awaits you! You won't be visiting Egypt as part of a tourist herd, but exclusively, which is a real advantage!
Relaxation... but not only! A relaxing vacation, certainly, but not without activities! On the program: days alternating between rest on board as the boat sails down the Nile and visits to the most beautiful archaeological sites in the world with a private guide who will be waiting for you when you disembark, usually at the foot of the site.
Who is this type of trip for? It is suitable for individuals, couples, families, and groups of friends. If you want to discover a new part of the world on a comfortable floating hotel and enjoy breathtaking views at any time of day, then this is the trip for you. It is a real gift to yourself and your loved ones!
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Main features
Boat model: Dahabieh
Type: Special sailing boats
Number of cabins: 6
Maximum capacity: 12 travelers
Cabin
Double cabin (with double bed)
The cabin has a double bed, and is equipped with a shower room (with hairdryer) and private toilet. It also gives access to a balcony shared with another cabin, from which you can contemplate the Nile peacefully.
Double cabin (with two separate beds)
The cabin has two single beds (which can be moved closer together), and is equipped with a shower room (with hairdryer) and private toilet. It also gives access to a shared area with another cabin, from which you can contemplate the Nile peacefully.
Suite with shared balcony
The suite is located at the rear of the dahabieh. It has a double bed, a shower room (with hairdryer) and private toilet. It also gives access to a balcony shared with another suite, from which you can contemplate the Nile peacefully.
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
Luxor Esna El Hegz
Meet our guide for a visit to the Karnak Temple, renowned for the immensity of its hypostyle hall... more+
Activities: Including: Visit of the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
El Hegz El Kab Edfu Fawaza Island
Sail to El Kaab, a 5,000-year-old city with even older traces of habitation. El Kaab is surrounded... more+
Activities: Including: Visit to the Temple of Edfu, Horus and Hathor temples, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Fawaza Island Bassaw Gebel el-Silsila Beshir
When you wake up, the landscape is transformed. Breakfast and an early bath for those who wish,... more+
Activities: Including: Visit the quarry of Gebel Silsileh, Bassaw village tour, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Beshir Kom Ombo Herdiab
Breakfast on board as we sail to Kom Ombo Visit the temple of Kom Ombo, on the banks of the Nile,... more+
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Lunch
Diner
Herdiab Aswan
Breakfast on board, swimming on Herdiab beach for those who wish Lunch on the way to Aswan We set... more+
Activities: Including: Visit and Sound and Light Show at Philae Temple, more+
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Lunch
Diner
Aswan
Departure after breakfast on board.
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
The price includes
Visits and activities during the cruise
Drinks on board (mineral water, tea, mint tea, Turkish coffee, soft drinks)
French-speaking Egyptologist guide on board
WIFI
Pick-up on the first day from a hotel in Luxor between 7am and 7.30am, followed by a guided tour of Karnak Temple and the Valley of the Kings (main entrance - excluding the tombs of Ramses VI, Sethi I, Tutankhamen) and then transfer to the Dahabieh
Full board (from lunch on the first day to breakfast on the last day)
On the last day, transfer to a hotel or airport in Aswan
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Other activities, visits or transfers not mentioned in the programme
Drinks to be purchased from the crew (alcoholic drinks, Nespresso coffee, Espresso coffee (excluding breakfast), fresh fruit juice)
Personal expenses and tips
Flights
Visa fees
Prepaid SIM card
Optional: Hot air balloon flight over the Theban Necropolis at sunrise - 145€ per person
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
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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