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A Dahabiya Nile Cruise to Discover Egypts Treasures

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Mar 2024

Exploring ancient Egypt on a Dahabiya Nile cruise is an unique and sustainable way to explore the magnificence of ancient Egypt. This authentic and traditional mode of travel involves sailing on a small, authentic boat that harks back to the golden age of travel.

The word dahabiya is derived from the Arab word for “gold,” highlighting its ancient royal origins. The wooden sailboats, with only two decks and shallow bottoms, have been an option for travelers on the Nile since the 19th century and are based on designs that go back millennia.

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