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Nour el Nil
- Where:
- Why:It's been a dream to sail down the Nile
- When:October 2022
- Who:Myself and a dear friend
"An epic sailing trip down the Nile!"
AT A GLANCE: With eye-catching red and white sails, Nour el Nil is a floating hotel on Egypt’s Nile River. Full of character and thoughtfully designed spaces, cruising along the length of one of the world’s greatest civilizations is truly a vacation aboard this boat. From food to entertainment, everything is simple, making you appreciate the little things in life while experiencing the larger-than-life epoch gone by. Swipe the images below to discover.
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In love with the red and white sails of Nour el Nil!
We made it! One of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World!
Our view from the boat
Our room on Nour el Nil
Our little bathroom
The grand entrance of Edfu, just a little big
Lunch is served
A little personal downtime
The colors along the Nile!
Sail away with me
Our guide for a day
The Ancient Tombs at Gebel Silsileh
If the walls could speak...
And they can — through hieroglyphics, wisdom of medicine being passed down
Sunsets never get old!
Music is life!
Right before the calf nearby head-butted me!
Our tribe for five nights
Always working
Where's the next stop?
Highs & Lows
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Design and color pop!
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Smaller group size on the cruise makes Nour el Nil more intimate
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Floating down in the Nile, the current is crazy strong
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Live music and dancing on one of the nights! Was just divine
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Simple and delicious homemade food
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The tugboats needed when there isn't wind produce a lot of smog. Heartbreaking
Important Bits
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Type
Boat Hotel
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Vibe
Relaxation mixed with some adventure
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Location
Sailing up or down the Nile
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Rooms
Eight to twelve, depending on which Dahabiya you take
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Pre-Arrival & Arrival Experience
Great at comms before our trip. The crew checked in to see if we wanted to do any add-ons before or after our trip to explore other cities or historical sites
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Future Forward
No plastic bottles or single-use plastics!
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Music
Local jams
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Year Opened
2008
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Designed By
Memdouh, a sailor with over 30 years of experience sailing the Nile
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Health & Wellness
The Nile is your pool — no gym or spa needed
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Food
Local cuisine
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Bar, Events & Nightlife
One of the nights, we were treated to live music and dancing!
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Minibar & Retail
Tea and snacks on the upper deck of Nour el Nil
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Accessibility
This is not ideal for wheelchairs, but they can assist those with canes or difficulty walking
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Pet Friendly
No
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Children
Yes
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Price
Great value!
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