Armonia Dahabiya

The elegant Armonia with its 4 cabins and 1 suite offers one of the most comfortable dahabiya cruise experiences available on the River Nile. Twin-masted dahabiyas were the preferred mode of Nile transport for ‘grand tourists’ up to 100 years ago, and have been likened to the ‘Riads’ of the Nile. Offering 5,6, and 7 night cruises from Esna to Aswan (and back), the Armonia will take you and a small group of fellow travellers along the Nile at a leisurely pace visiting small islands, local villages, and Pharaonic sites that are often missed by the larger Nile cruises, enabling you to experience an Egypt that has long been removed from the tourist radar. The Armonia pays homage to the dahabiyas of old yet features luxurious modern comforts including: air-conditioned cabins; à la carte dining; and a crew to guest ratio of greater than one to one. The Armonia’s sundeck offers ample open and shaded areas with rattan furniture, comfortable sun-beds, dining table, and a Jacuzzi. On the lower deck there is a comfortable fully air-conditioned dining area and lounge furnished with a sofa and armchairs, a small library and television. All standard cabins and suite are fully air-conditioned and decorated with oriental Egyptian furniture, fabrics and artefacts. Each standard cabin (12 sq.m) has a large double bed or twin beds with Egyptian cotton linens. Private bathrooms have a shower, toilet, washing basin and hairdryer. The suite (22 sq.m) has a king size double bed and private bathroom. It spans the full width of the rear of the boat and has a private balcony overlooking the Nile. The Armonia operates a ‘no engine policy’ in keeping with the history of these magnificent vessels and the calm with which they sail. It is possible for families and small groups of friends to charter the Armonia dahabiya for an exclusive private cruise experience.

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