Princess Cleopatra Dahabiya
A 10-cabin dahabiya for 20 guests, with two terrace suites
Princess Cleopatra is a traditional dahabiya for up to 20 guests, with 8 twin cabins and 2 king-bed suites that each have a private terrace. Its cabins, about five meters by three, are the largest of its operator's boats, and all have river windows and bathtubs. It sails Esna to Aswan in four nights and back in three.
Why travelers choose the Princess Cleopatra Dahabiya
The boat
Princess Cleopatra is a two-masted dahabiya run by Cleopatra Dahabiyat, 131 feet (40 meters) long and taking up to 20 guests in 10 cabins and suites. Its cabins are the largest in its operator’s fleet.
Cabins
There are 8 twin cabins of about five meters by three, and 2 suites with a king bed and a private terrace. Every cabin has panoramic windows onto the river and a private bathroom with a bathtub, and Wi-Fi is available on board.
Life on board
The sun deck runs the full length of the boat, with a plunge pool and shaded sofas, and the salon has armchairs set along the windows beside the restaurant. The boat sails four nights from Esna to Aswan, usually leaving on a Monday, and three nights back from Aswan to Esna, usually on a Friday.
Follow the Princess Cleopatra Dahabiya on the map
Two programs, same ship. Pick one, then scroll the days or press play — the boat sails to each stop as you go.
Rates by season · per person, standard cabin
Guide prices only — the exact rate depends on your date, cabin and how full the ship is. Your written quote always confirms the final figure before anything is held.
| Season | Dates | 3 nights | 4 nights |
|---|---|---|---|
| All year | Oct – Sep | $770 | $1,020 |
| Easter | Departures Mar 19 – Apr 2, 2027 | $840 | $1,120 |
| Christmas | Departures Dec 21 – Jan 1 | $920 | $1,220 |
What's included on the Princess Cleopatra Dahabiya
Included 6 items
- Your cabin or suite for the nights on board, air-conditioned with a private bathroom
- Full board on board — breakfast, lunch and dinner, with tea and coffee
- Guided visits with an Egyptologist at every stop on the program
- Transfers between your hotel or the airport and the boat
- Filtered drinking water and Wi-Fi where there is signal
- Sailing and mooring fees
Not included 5 items
- International and domestic flights, and the Egypt visa$30 on arrival for most nationalities
- Entrance tickets to the temples and tombs
- Drinks other than water, tea and coffee
- Gratuities for the crew and guide
- Optional excursions such as Philae or Abu Simbel when not on the program
Princess Cleopatra Dahabiya at a glance
- Operator
- Cleopatra Dahabiyat
- Category
- Dahabiya Sailing
- Cabins
- 10 · about 161 sq ft (15 m²) each
- Guests · crew
- 20 guests
- Length · decks
- 131 ft (40 m)
- Routes
- 3 Nights Dahabiya from Aswan to Esna · 4 Nights Dahabiya from Esna to Aswan · 6 Nights Dahabiya from Luxor to Aswan
- Payment
- No online payment — a written quote first, then a deposit by bank transfer or a secure card link.
Facilities & life on the Princess Cleopatra Dahabiya
Dining on board
Meals are served on board on a full-board basis, with tea and coffee included; other drinks are charged separately.
Princess Cleopatra Dahabiya FAQ
How many cabins does Princess Cleopatra have?
Ten: 8 twin cabins and 2 king-bed suites with private terraces, for a maximum of 20 guests.
How big are the cabins?
About five meters by three, the largest cabins of the Cleopatra dahabiyas. Each has a bathtub and panoramic river windows.
Does Princess Cleopatra have a pool?
It has a plunge pool on the sun deck, with shaded seating beside it.
Which routes does Princess Cleopatra sail?
Four nights from Esna to Aswan, usually leaving on a Monday, and three nights from Aswan to Esna, usually on a Friday. It is also available on our six-night Luxor to Aswan trip.
How much does Princess Cleopatra cost?
From $770 per person sharing for three nights from Aswan to Esna, and from $1,020 for four nights from Esna to Aswan. Easter and Christmas departures cost more, and a single cabin carries a supplement. We confirm the price for your dates and cabin in writing.
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