Relive the days of 19th century Nile travel on board a traditional style or boutique Dahabiya (sailing boat). Our standard range of Emeco Dahabiya's are fully airconditioned and have 8 spacious ensuite cabins, elegant lounge, dining, bar area and outdoor deck bar and jacuzzi. Sonesta’s boutique range of Dahabiya's offer elegant and exclusive luxury cruising combining beauty and comfort. Their sailing boats feature 6 deluxe cabins and 2 elegant suites with private terrace, open air jacuzzi, sundeck, lounge, dining room and daily guided excursions. Travel from Luxor to Aswan or vice versa, visiting major temples like Karnak and Edfu as well as rural villages on the riverbank and pristine riverine islets, soaking up the spectacular scenery.
Highlights of Dahabiya cruising includes:
• Sonesta luxury Dahabiya Nile cruising
• Emeco traditional style Dahabiya Nile cruising
• Cruise by Aswan with its Nile islands and graceful feluccas
• Visit the Ptolemaic Temple at Kom Ombo
• Sail to the temples of Esna and Edfu
• Tour the archeological sites of Luxor
Departures:
• Sonesta Dahabiya departs Saturday ex Luxor or Aswan
• Emeco standard Dahabiya departs Sunday ex Luxor or Aswan
