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?
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Main characteristics
Model of the boat: Dahabieh
Type: Gulet, schooner and traditional sailing boat
Number of cabins: 12
Maximum capacity: 24 travelers
Comfort facilities
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 photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).
Sailing itineraries
Esna
Pickup for the cruise takes place on Monday between 09:00-09:30 from your Luxor hotel (not the... see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Esna El Kab Edfou
El Kab, on the eastern bank of the Nile, was once the capital of Upper Egypt and is still home to... see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Edfou Gebel Silsileh
This is a day dedicated to the river: immediately after an optional morning walk and breakfast, you... see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Gebel Silsileh
This is where the Nile, flowing between two mountain ranges, is at its narrowest. You will usually... see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Gebel Silsileh Kom Ombo
After a night on the water under the stars, the morning excursion will take you to the town and... see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Kom Ombo Aswan Bridge
Wake up to the magnificent sight of the desert closing in on the river at the Aswan deck. This is... see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
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
Further information
Even if the boat is equipped with sails, it will mainly be powered when the conditions are too pitch for the sails to be used
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 program are available on request