Best 3 Dahabiya River Boat Cruises on the Nile
As most people would agree, Egypt is an absolutely fascinating country to visit and explore. To begin with, it has countless breathtaking ancient attractions to see and explore. Many people would also agree that the ultimate way to truly experience the charm of these monuments is by way of a Nile cruise. While just about any Nile cruise is magical experience; Dahabiya Nile cruises are in a whole new league.
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Because Dahabiys are a lot smaller than most cruise ships sailing on the Nile, a Dahabiya cruise is a lot more family-type experience. In most cases, Dahabiya sail boats typically have fewer than 12 rooms. Some may only have 8 or 10, and there are no doubt some that could possibly have as many as 15. During low season, it is not impossible for a family or group of friends to be the only people on board. Most Dahabiya river yachts will sail on condition that there are a minimum of 4 rooms booked. Right, lets look at 3 of the most popular Dahabiya Nile River cruises.
1. Merit Dahabiya Nile River Cruise 8 Days of Magic
There are both 5-day and 8-day Merit Dahabiya cruises available. A cruise on this sail boat is an experience not soon forgotten. If you book the 5-day cruise, you will mostly likely regret not booking the longer 8-day cruise. With the 8-day package, you will also have the opportunity to visit the the rock-cut Temples of Abu Simbel which are among the finest historical attractions in Egypt.
The 8-day Merit Dahabiya cruise commences in Luxor and ends in Luxor. Guided excursions are provided throughout the cruise. During these excursions, be taken to see some of the most impressive monuments to be found in the Land of the Pharaohs, including attractions like Valley of Kings, Karnak Temple; Temple of Horus and more.
The Merit Dahabiya is a luxury river yacht with 10 beautifully appointed berths. It has beautifully decorated dining facilities, as well as bars, a reading lounge, and even an outdoor Jacuzzi. All the on board staff have had training to contend with unexpected emergencies and fires, and with a medical professional on standby around the clock, you really are in good hands.
2. Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya Nile Cruise 7 Nights in Comfort and Style
The Sonesta Amirat Dahabiya carried her first passengers in 2009, making it a more recently launched vessel compared to some other Dahabiyas. The Sonesta Amirat has 5 standard berths and 2 deluxe suites, all of which have a private terrace. All berths have televisions, mini-bars, hairdryers, safety deposit boxes, and direct outside line telephones. Other nice features include an Oriental-type Jacuzzi out on deck, a beautifully designed common lounge and a nice size sundeck.
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Providing you book your trip through a well-established travel agent, you will get to enjoy a number of expertly guided excursions during your river cruise, it is a budget friendly option that sets a private cruise within reach.
3. Nour El Nil Dahabiya Nile Cruise A Classic 6-Day Cruise on the Nile
The Nour El Nil Dahabiya river yacht is another many historical attractions which dont feature in most mainstream cruise itineraries. It is particularly well-suited for those who prefer to visit the less touristy sites in Egypt. The Nour El Nil Nile cruise includes multiple sightseeing outings but it does not include any sightseeing tours in Luxor
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Regardless of which one of these Dahabiyas you choose for your your trip through the Nile Valley, you can be certain that it will be a magical experience you will never forget.