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The Orient Dahabeya
Code:#25969


Duration : 6 Days:5Nights
Cities : Luxor Esna Edfu Kom Ombo Daraw Aswan

Overview

Sail back in time aboard The Orient, a beautifully crafted dahabeya inspired by original 18th and early 19th-century designs. Built in elegant colonial style, this traditional two-masted sailing boat offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort for an intimate and authentic Nile cruise experience. Half-Shaded Sundeck – The Heart of The Orient The half-shaded sundeck is the soul of life onboard—perfect for reclining in a classic wooden deck chair as the Nile’s timeless scenery drifts by. Enjoy the peaceful rhythm of the river, the soft breeze in your hair, and the romance of traditional Nile sailing. Inviting Interiors & Accommodations Below deck, you’ll find: Four comfortable cabins and one spacious suite. A cozy salon featuring a small library with fascinating books about Egypt and the Nile. Comfortable sofas for unwinding after a day of exploration. Evenings on The Orient As the sun sets, gather in the salon to swap travel stories, share experiences, read, or play a leisurely game of backgammon. Complement the evening with a Turkish coffee or a glass of Alexandrian wine, and let the gentle sway of the river complete your day. Why Choose The Orient Dahabeya Authentic colonial-style design. Intimate, small-scale Nile cruise experience. Combines cultural heritage with relaxed luxury.

Highlights

  • Unique Sailing Experience along The Nile.
  • Highly recommended for families and small groups.

Itinerary

  • Day 1
    Drive to Esna where you will embark on board of Dahabya sailing cruise. Enjoy lunch on board, then visit Esna Temple then sail to our first destination (El Hegz island) which take around 4 or 5 hours sailing in the Nile and during this sailing you will enjoy your dinner, El Hegz island is a small island which is located in the north of Edfu & there you will spend the night.

    Day 2
    In the warm sun, you will enjoy your breakfast on the sundeck, then sailing for around 5 hours to arrive and visit Edfu Temple, then continue sailing from Edfu to (El Fuza island) which takes around 1 hour sailing, there you are going to enjoy your dinner and spend your leisure time and overnight stay.

    Day 3
    Enjoy breakfast. Sailing from El Fuza for around 5 hours to visit El Ramady. Enjoy lunch and dinner while sailing from El Ramadya to (Besaw island) it takes around 2 or 3 hours and there you will spend an overnight stay.

    Day 4
    Enjoy breakfast. Sailing from Besaw for 3 hours to visit the temple of El Silsela Mountain, then sailing from the temple to Meneha Island it takes from 4 to 5 hours. Enjoy lunch and dinner on board. Spend overnight stay in Meneha.

    Day 5
    Enjoy breakfast. Sailing from Meneha to Kom Ombo for around 1.30 hour. Visit Kom Ombo Temple and continue sailing from Kom Ombo to Daraw for about 1 to 2 hours. Enjoy lunch then visit the market (El Souk) (animals and vegetables markets). Sailing from Daraw to Kobania, takes around 5 hours to enjoy the Nubian party, dinner and overnight stay.

    Day 6
    Enjoy breakfast while sailing to Aswan. Disembark from the cruise upon arrival.

    Please note: The management is authorized to amend the itineraries for technical or navigational reasons.

Price

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Extra services

  • Tours programs and transfers are available upon request!

Booking Details


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