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Meroe Dahabiya

A 55-meter dahabiya rebuilt in 2017, with two Panoramic Suites and eight Luxury Rooms, sailing Esna to Aswan in five nights. It suits travelers who want a slow trip on a small boat.

About the dahabiya

Meroe Dahabiya

A 55-meter dahabiya rebuilt in 2017, with two Panoramic Suites and eight Luxury Rooms, sailing Esna to Aswan in five nights. It suits travelers who want a slow trip on a small boat.

The Meroe is a sailing dahabiya about 55 meters long and 8.5 meters wide, rebuilt in 2017. It carries ten rooms in total. Two Panoramic Suites take the best views, and eight Luxury Rooms make up the rest. That gives a small group plenty of deck space on a long hull. You may also see the boat listed as Nour El Nil, so check the name on your confirmation. It suits couples and small groups who like a slow pace and few fellow guests. The boat does not sail from June to August, so summer travelers need another option.

The listed trip runs five nights from Esna to Aswan. The sailing day is set per departure and given with the quote. Starting at Esna means a transfer from Luxor before boarding, so Karnak is best seen before you sail. The boat moves with the wind and stops at quiet banks large ships pass by, finishing near Philae Temple. Book a Panoramic Suite early, since there are only two.

Type
Dahabiya · Dahabiya
Capacity
10 cabins
On board

Facilities & amenities

Dahabiya facilities

Traditional sailing rig
Two Panoramic Suites

Cabins & suites

Panoramic SuiteOne of two Panoramic Suites; sizes and bed layouts are not published.
Luxury RoomOne of eight Luxury Rooms; sizes and bed layouts are not published.

Published sources do not state the meals and drinks included consistently, so the quote sets them out.

Facilities as listed by the operator; confirmed with your booking.

Why this cruise

What makes it different

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Two Panoramic Suites and eight Luxury Rooms

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About 55 meters long, rebuilt in 2017

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Five-night sail from Esna to Aswan

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Only ten rooms on board

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Also listed as Nour El Nil

Itineraries

Day by day

Send us your travel dates and we'll share the routes Meroe Dahabiya sails that week.

The listed trip sails five nights from Esna to Aswan, ending near Philae Temple. The boat does not operate from June to August.

Rates & pricing

Prices on request

Online booking is not open for Meroe Dahabiya yet. Send us your dates and travelers and we reply with the cabins available and the price for your sailing.

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FAQs

Questions people actually ask

How long is the Meroe cruise?

The listed trip sails five nights from Esna to Aswan.

Does the Meroe sail in summer?

No. The boat is not operated from June to August.

What rooms does the Meroe have?

Two Panoramic Suites and eight Luxury Rooms, ten in total.

Is the Meroe the same boat as Nour El Nil?

The boat appears under the name Nour El Nil in some listings, so check the name on your confirmation.

Where does the Meroe start?

It boards at Esna, south of Luxor, so plan a transfer from Luxor before sailing.

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