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Dahabiya Nile Cruises

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Dahabiya Nile Cruises: Luxury Nile Travel

Dahabiya Nile Cruises offers the ultimate luxury travel down the famous Nile River in Egypt in their romantic sailboats. Moreover, in small numbers and elegant designs, traditional yet with all the modern amenities, these vessels are ideally suited for that particular traveler who wants to see Egypt’s rich history and culture in ultimate style.

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Therefore, the small number of cabins provides a more personalized and intimate atmosphere, complementing the romance given by the river views and greater landscapes. Be it ancient temples and monuments or simply an escape to relax and view the scenery, in either case, Dahabiya Nile cruises offer truly one of those unforgettable journeys.

Egypt is a country gifted with history, culture, and nature. And there’s no better way to experience all that this amazing destination has in store than embarking on a Dahabiya Nile Cruise. These exclusive sailboats rank among the most elite and charming ways to tour around the Nile River, coursing through the very core of Egypt. Furthermore, what will you discover aboard a Dahabiya Nile Cruise, and why should you include it on your travel list?

What is a Dahabiya Nile Cruise?

A Dahabiya Nile Cruise is a small, handsome sailboat, designed for luxury river travel. Interestingly, ancient Egyptian sailboats that kings and nobility used to cross the Nile inspired these traditional boats. In addition, they have an unmistakable, dignified design: one that includes a wooden hull, billowing sails, and spacious cabins fitted with all the modern facilities that one might desire.

These cruises usually range from 5-day up to 10-day voyages, depending on your itinerary. Some cruises will emphasize the ancient temples and monuments found on both sides of the Nile, while others will be quite relaxing, letting passengers catch views, sunbathe, and take refreshing breezes off the river.

Why Choose a Dahabiya Nile Cruise?

Many reasons make the Dahabiya Nile Cruise a must on your bucket list of things to do. For instance, these are some of the benefits that you will have, to name just a few:

  1. A Luxurious Experience:  Dahabiya Nile Cruises are not just about luxury. In fact, you’ll get first-class service, delicious food, spacious cabins, and great views on every corner of this boat.
  2. More Personalized Experience: A Dahabiya Nile Cruise does not include the impersonal feeling one might get from River cruise ships. Instead, it offers a more intimate and engaging atmosphere. With a limited number of cabins, you’ll get a chance to know your fellow passengers and your crew more easily. As a result, you can enjoy a more relaxed and private atmosphere.
  3. Hidden Gem Visits: With a Dahabiya, you get to go to places where larger ships wouldn’t find easy access. This allows for a unique exploration of lesser-known destinations. We will show you smaller villages, inaccessible temples visited by fewer travelers, and hidden corners of the river.
  4. Never-to-be-forgotten adventures: from the grand ancient architecture of Luxor and Karnak temples to the vibrant colored souks of Aswan. All of these experiences come together under one single roof in the Dahabiya Nile Cruise for Egypt.

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Egypt Tours FAQs

If you want to apply for a Visa On Arrival that lasts for 30 days, you must be from one of the eligible countries, have a passport that is still valid for at least 6 months, and pay $25 USD in cash. If you want to apply for an Egypt e-Visa that lasts for 30 days, you must have a passport that is still valid for at least 8 months, fill out the online application, pay the fee, and print the e-visa so you can later show it to the airport border You can potentially be one of the fortunate few to be granted a free visa valid for 90 days. Learn more about the travel visa for Egypt.

Egypt tours are highly safe since Egypt is a largely crime-free zone that offers the best holiday to all guests. So long as you use a reputable travel agency and stick close to your tour leader.

The Egyptian government has implemented a lot of safety precautions to safeguard all Egyptian visitors, such as regular cleaning of all sites. To ensure a safe environment for everybody, every visitor to Egypt will be required to produce proof of a negative PCR test, which must be conducted within 72 hours of arrival.

The finest months to visit Egypt are from late August to April, throughout the seasons of autumn, spring, and winter, when the average temperature is 21 C (70 F), suitable for all international visitors who want to enjoy the best of Egypt in a relaxed atmosphere.

A half-day or full-day tour to Egypt’s magnificent pyramids will cost between $45 and $70, depending on the number of participants.

Every Egypt tour package has a different price depending on the style of trip, whether luxury or affordable, as well as the number of days and customers participating in the tour. Budget tours cost between $390 and $1099, while Luxury tours cost between $1099 and $3999.

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