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Royal Cleopatra Dahabiya

An 8-cabin dahabiya for 16 guests, built in 2016

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3 nights from $770
4 nights from $1,020
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Built2016
Cabins8
GuestsMax 16
Length125 ft (38 m)
Crew10
In brief

Royal Cleopatra is a traditional dahabiya of 8 cabins for up to 16 guests, 125 feet (38 meters) long and built in 2016. Cabins have panoramic river windows and private bathtubs, the sun deck runs the full length of the boat, and about 70 percent of its power is solar. It sails Esna to Aswan in four nights and back in three.

Overview

Why travelers choose the Royal Cleopatra Dahabiya

The boat

Royal Cleopatra is a two-masted dahabiya built in 2016 and run by Cleopatra Dahabiyat. At 125 feet (38 meters) with 8 cabins, it takes no more than 16 guests, looked after by a crew of 10. Around 70 percent of the power on board comes from solar panels.

Cabins

All 8 cabins have panoramic windows onto the river and a private bathroom with a bathtub. Cabins are air-conditioned, and Wi-Fi is available on board.

Life on board

The sun deck runs the length of the boat, with shaded seating for the hours under sail, and the salon below has sofas along the windows. 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.

16 guests at mostEight cabins on a 125-foot (38-meter) boat.
Bathtubs in every cabinWith panoramic windows onto the river.
About 70% solar poweredSolar panels supply most of the power on board.
Full-length sun deckShaded seating for the hours under sail.
Itineraries · 3 programs

Follow the Royal 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.

Indicative rates

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
Infants 0–5 free · children 6–11: 50% sharing with 2 adults Groups of 10+: ask for special rates and a free tour leader place 40% deposit secures your booking · balance 30 days before arrival Free cancellation up to 45 days before arrival (60 days at Christmas & Easter)
No surprises

What's included on the Royal 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
Ship facts

Royal Cleopatra Dahabiya at a glance

Operator
Cleopatra Dahabiyat
Category
Dahabiya Sailing
Built · renovated
2016
Cabins
8
Guests · crew
16 guests · 10 crew
Length · decks
125 ft (38 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.
On board

Facilities & life on the Royal Cleopatra Dahabiya

Sun Deck
Free WiFi
Air Conditioning

Dining on board

Meals are served on board on a full-board basis, with tea and coffee included; other drinks are charged separately.

Full board
Questions about this ship

Royal Cleopatra Dahabiya FAQ

How many cabins does Royal Cleopatra have?

Eight, for a maximum of 16 guests. Each has a panoramic river window and a private bathroom with a bathtub.

When was Royal Cleopatra built?

In 2016. It is 125 feet (38 meters) long and has a crew of 10.

Which routes does Royal 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.

Can the whole boat be chartered?

Yes. With 8 cabins it suits a family or a group of friends traveling together; ask us for a private charter quote.

How much does Royal 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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