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Iris Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Iris is a sailing dahabiya with 17 cabins and suites in five categories, plus a heated pool and a jacuzzi on deck. It suits families and mixed groups who want different cabin levels on one boat.
About the dahabiya
Iris Dahabiya Nile Cruise
Iris is a sailing dahabiya with 17 cabins and suites in five categories, plus a heated pool and a jacuzzi on deck. It suits families and mixed groups who want different cabin levels on one boat.
Iris is a traditional Nile sailing boat with five cabin categories, more choice than most dahabiyas give. Ten deluxe cabins of about 20 square meters form the core, four with large beds and six with twins. On the upper deck, two royal suites of about 40 square meters and two junior suites of about 29 square meters each have a veranda. Two more junior suites on the main deck have panoramic windows, and a 17-square-meter single cabin serves solo travelers. Every bathroom has a freestanding jacuzzi-style tub. The sun deck holds a heated pool, a jacuzzi and shaded seating, with indoor and outdoor lounges and a library corner below. With 17 cabins, Iris carries more guests than the smallest dahabiyas and feels less like a private yacht.
Iris sails 4 nights from Luxor to Aswan and 3 nights from Aswan to Luxor. Departure dates are set by season, and we confirm the next sailing. Sightseeing includes Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae, with Abu Simbel by road from Aswan as an option. The order of visits depends on the departure. The suites come in connected pairs, so families and friends can book adjoining rooms. Book early for October to April, when the veranda suites sell out first.
- Duration options
- 3 nights · 4 nights · 7 nights
- Route
- Aswan ⇄ Luxor
- Type
- Dahabiya · Dahabiya
- Capacity
- 17 cabins
On board
Facilities & amenities
Dahabiya facilities
Heated swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Open-air sun deck with shaded seating
Indoor and outdoor lounges
Library corner and board games
Indoor dining room and outdoor deck tables
Wi-Fi
Laundry service
Daily housekeeping
24-hour reception
Fire alarm system and life jackets
Water purification system
Cabins & suites
Deluxe CabinTen cabins of about 20 m², four with a large bed and six twin-bedded.
Royal SuiteTwo connected upper-deck suites of about 40 m², each with a veranda.
Junior Suite, Upper DeckTwo connected suites of about 29 m², each with a veranda.
Junior Suite, Main DeckTwo connected suites of about 29 m² with panoramic windows.
Single Deluxe CabinOne cabin of about 17 m² for a solo traveler.
Meals are full board, with Egyptian and international dishes. You can eat in the indoor dining room during the hot hours or at outdoor tables on deck, and tea and snacks are served each afternoon.
Facilities as listed by the operator; confirmed with your booking.
Why this cruise
What makes it different
Heated pool and jacuzzi on the open-air sun deck
Upper-deck suites with private verandas
Connected suite pairs for families and friends
Freestanding jacuzzi-style tub in every bathroom
Sails between Luxor and Aswan
Itineraries
Day by day, every program
Your routeAswan → Luxor
4days3nights
4 days / 3 nights
Aswan → Luxor
Day01Embark in Aswan
12:00 PM Board the ship in Aswan, receive your cabin keys and a welcome drink.
12:30 PM Lunch on board.
2:30 PM Visit the Temple of Philae, dedicated to the goddess Isis, reached by motor boat, and the Aswan High Dam.
Evening Optional felucca sail around the Nile islands.
7:30 PM Dinner on board; overnight in Aswan.
Day02Kom Ombo and Edfu
7:00 AM Breakfast on board.
9:00 AM Sail to Kom Ombo and visit the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris.
12:30 PM Lunch on board while sailing to Edfu.
3:00 PM Visit the Temple of Horus at Edfu, one of the best-preserved temples in Egypt.
7:30 PM Dinner on board; overnight sailing to Luxor through the Esna lock.
Day03Luxor East and West Banks
6:30 AM Breakfast on board.
7:30 AM West Bank: Valley of the Kings, Temple of Hatshepsut, and the Colossi of Memnon.
12:30 PM Lunch on board.
3:00 PM East Bank: Karnak Temple and Luxor Temple.
7:30 PM Dinner on board; overnight in Luxor.
Day04Disembark in Luxor
7:00 AM Breakfast on board.
8:30 AM Check out and transfer to your hotel, the airport, or your next tour.
Times are a typical schedule and can change with river traffic and lock timings.
Iris sails 4 nights from Luxor to Aswan and 3 nights from Aswan to Luxor. Typical visits include Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, Edfu, Kom Ombo and Philae, with Abu Simbel by road from Aswan as an option.
Rates & pricing
Prices on request
Online booking is not open for Iris Dahabiya Nile Cruise yet. Send us your dates and travelers and we reply with the cabins available and the price for your sailing.
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Questions people actually ask
How many cabins does the Iris Dahabiya have?
Iris has 17 cabins and suites: ten deluxe cabins, four junior suites, two royal suites and one single cabin.
Does Iris have a pool?
Yes. The open-air sun deck has a heated pool and a jacuzzi, with shaded seating around them.
When does Iris sail?
Iris sails 4 nights from Luxor and 3 nights from Aswan. Departure dates are set by season; send us your travel dates and we confirm the next sailing. The order of visits depends on the departure.
Is Iris a good choice for families?
Yes. The suites come in connected pairs, and the range of cabins lets one party mix budgets. Age rules vary, so ask before booking.
Is there a cabin for solo travelers?
Yes. A single deluxe cabin of about 17 m² is set aside for one guest, which is unusual on a sailing boat.
Is there Wi-Fi on board?
Wi-Fi is listed among the boat's services, along with laundry and a 24-hour reception.
