Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise
Overview
Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Boat, Sail the Nile as it was truly meant to be sailed-under the unfurled canvas sails of a traditional Egyptian sailboat know as a Dahabiyya. In more recent times, Dahabiya have experienced a revival in popularity crafted sailboat of yesteryear with all the modern comforts and luxuries of today's world.
Itinerary
Day 01, Saturday: Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise, Arrival in Luxor, Egypt
Boarding in time for lunch. Visit the temple of Karnak and Luxor. Dinner and overnight on board the "Hadeel.
Day 02, Sunday, Luxor sightseeing
Excursions to the west bank of the river including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 03, Monday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise sailing via Esna look
All the day sailing, Overnight in Esna after passing the block.
Day 04, Tuesday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise, Sailing to Edfu
Continue sailing to El Kab, one of the oldest cities of Egypt, now in ruins (Donkey race). After the visit continue to Edfu Temple of Horus. Overnight at Fawaza Island, where we enjoy a barbecue Egyptian perfectly prepared by our Chef on board.
Day 05, Wednesday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise, Sailing to Kom Ombo
Sailing in Gebel El Silsila where the stones were extracted for the temples in Egypt. After the visit, then south through the night on an island just before Kom Ombo.
Day 06, Thursday, Kom Ombo temple
We start the day with a visit to the shrine of the temple of Kom Ombo Double picturesquely located right on the river bank. The temple is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and Haroreris. After the visit continue to Aswan, the objective of the tour.
Day 07, Friday, Aswan sightseeing
Visit the Temple of Philae during the day. Rest of the day free. Chance to go to the Nubian Museum or a walk in the souq of Aswan.
Day 08, Saturday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise disembarkation
Disembarkation after breakfast.
Day 01, Saturday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise chick in
Boarding in time for lunch. Visit the Temple of Philae during the day. Rest of the day free. Chance to go to the Nubian Museum or a walk in the souq of Aswan. Dinner and overnight on board the "Hadeel"
Day 02, Sunday, Sailing to Kom Ombo
We start the day sailing and visits to the shrine of the temple of Kom Ombo Double picturesquely located right on the river bank. The temple is dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and Haroreris. After the visit to continue.
Day 03, Monday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise, Sailing to Gebel El Silsila
Sailing to Gebel El Silsila where the stones were extracted for the temples in Egypt. After the visit, then south through the night on an island, overnight at Fawaza Island where you can enjoy a barbecue Egyptian perfectly prepared by our Chef on board.
Day 04, Tuesday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise, Sailing to Edfu
Start sailing to Edfu, visit the Temple of Horus After the tour continues to sail to El Kab, to visit one of the oldest cities of Egypt, now in ruins (Donkey race). During the night on the banks of the river aboard SS "Hadeel"
Day 05, Wednesday, Sailing via Esna look
All day sailing. Overnight in Esna after passing the locks
Day 06, Thursday, Luxor sightseeing
Excursions to the west side of the river including the Valley of the Kings, the Temple of Hatshepsut and the Colossi of Memnon. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 07, Friday, Karnak and Luxor temples
Visit the temple of Karnak and Luxor. Rest of the free leisure, Dinner and overnight on board the "Hadeel.
Day 08, Saturday, Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise disembarkation
Disembarkation after breakfast.
Cruise
Dahabiya Hadeel launched in Oct.2007 (and at the time of print), the Hadeel is the newest Dahabiyya on the Nile, and is beautifully fitted out in traditional colonial style combined with elegant modern furnishings.
Cabins: 8 beautifully appointed cabins (3.2mx4.25m in size)
In-cabin facilities:
Each cabin with its own ensuite Shower, hand basin, toilet and hairdryer Private safety deposit box Reverse cycle air conditioning
Hadeel ship facilities:
Stylish lounge
Dining room
Jacuzzi
All public areas are also air conditioned
Internet access, Spacious and partially shaded top desk.
Safety on board:
Smoke & heat detector. 02 life jackets in each cabin. Escape map in each cabin. Fire Fighting System. The Hadeel is staffed by an experienced crew of 10 who will ensure your every need is catered for .As passenger numbers are limited to only16, we can offer our guests a much more personalized level of service than that experience on the large Nile boats All meals are included, and our on board chef is highly skilled at preparing both international and Egyptian cuisine. Should we experience calm conditions, a small motor vessel is hand to tow the Hadeel until the winds increase.
The Hadeel moors at private mooring facilities on the Nile banks, thus further ensuring the exclusivity of your experience.
Included
Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Boat includes:
Meet and greet services by our travel REP upon arrival and departure
Transfer to / from Nile cruise by air-conditioned vehicles
Accommodation on Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Cruise on full board basis buffet style
All sightseeing tours as per cruise itinerary
All admission fees to the sights as per cruise itinerary
Professional English speaking Egyptologist tour guide (multi lingual)
All the Dahabiya Nile cruise service charges and applicable taxes
Excluded
Dahabiya Hadeel Nile Boat excludes:
Personal expenses and Tipping during Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Optional excursions
Notes
Price is per person in double cabin, triple reduction and single occupancy supplement applies.
Christmas, New Year and Easter period supplements applies.
Children between 2-12 years old get discounts 50% at least hotels and cruises offered almost available but subject to availability at time of booking and in case of overbooking we would provide similar ones with same facilities.
- Prices are not valid during (New Year - Xmas - Easter )
- Itinerary could be changed without prior notice due to Navigational and Safety restrictions such as low level of water and locks closures.
- In case the government increase taxes the rates could be changed without prior notice.
Entry visa to Egypt is required to visit Egypt and can be obtained upon arrival Egypt by our representative for American Citizens, Canadian Citizens, British Citizens, Australian and most of Europeans and Latin Americans Citizens please verify the nationality at time of booking, also Egyptian entry visa can be obtained form the Egyptian embassy at your end.
What to bring ith you during Dahabiya Hadeel Holiday:
Passport valid for 6 months
Comfortable shoes
Cotton clothes in summer
Warm clothes in winter
Sun block
Sunglasses
Hat
Camera
