4 Luxury Cabins and 2 Terrace Suites
Loulia is named after the Dahabiya British journalist Robert Hichens used on his trip through Egypt in the 1890s. A cruise aboard the Loulia could have come straight out of the pages of his book Egypt and its Monuments, published in 1908. You’ll see fabulous ancient monuments and sites others don’t see. Enjoy the rhythm of life on the Nile from a deckchair on the half-shaded sun deck. Walk through fields, visit local markets, villages, small islands and many other scenic spots. Below decks there is a lovely salon and lounge area styled with a dining table and comfortable sofas; to relax after a day of sightseeing.
Dahabiya Loulia can comfortably accommodate up to twelve guests in four spacious cabins and two larger suites, all with individual air-conditioning. Both suites have a private terrace. Each cabin and suite has an en-suite bathroom with colourful tiles, shower, toilet and bath.
Luxury Cabins
The four Nile-facing cabins are beautifully decorated with a charming mix of local antiques, Egyptian artefacts and hand-woven rugs. The cabins are fairly large by Nile Dahabiya standards. Each cabin includes two twin beds or one king-size double bed, dressed in fine Egyptian linen. You can gaze out the large French windows at the Nile and riverside villages. All cabins are able to accommodate an additional child bed or baby cot.
Terrace Suites
Dahabiya Loulia is fitted with two superb Terrace Suites, located at the back of the boat. Panoramic French windows and a small private balcony offer gorgeous Nile views. Each suite has a king-size brass double bed and is individually styled with Egyptian antique furniture. Each terrace suite can accommodate up to three guests: two adults and one child under 12 years old.
Deck Plan Loulia
Length: 38.5 metres
Width: 6.75 metres
Passengers: 12
Crew: 10
4 Cabins, each with 2 twin beds or 1 or double beds, en suite bathrooms and antique beds are dressed in fine Egyptian linen each with private bathroom
2 Suites, with four-poster antique beds. The private bathrooms have showers and tubs; antique tiles add a touch of Egypt. A private balcony with each suite provides a comfortable space to view the Nile
Salon & Dining room
Spacious Sun deck with ample furniture and a shaded area
• All cabins and suites outside-facing with panoramic windows
• The boat is air-conditioned throughout with individual controls
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access is offered throughout the boat – Fair Usage Policy
• Generator for electricity
• Water filters for fresh water supply
• Waste water recycling and sewage treatment system
• Safety equipment (smoke detectors, emergency lighting and sprinkler system)
Guaranteed weekly departure • Every Thursday on board Nile Dahabiya Loulia
Upriver from Esna to Aswan • 4 Night Itinerary
Day 1 – Boarding in Esna – El Kab – Quessia
The pick-up point for this trip is the address of your choice in Luxor. At 9 am, you’ll be met by your Djed host. Departure to Esna (50km south). Embarkation on the Dahabiya for a 4-day cruise along the Nile between Esna and Aswan. A visit to the Esna temple and a short walk through the local markets. Sail to El Kab, the ancient town of Nekheb, to visit the remains of its temples and some of the tombs cut into the cliffs. Set sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya or on the tranquil banks of the Nile. First night on board.
Day 2 – Edfu – Wadi el Shat
Sail to Edfu, the scenery is stunning changing from golden sand of the desert to lush and green forests of date palms – scenes unchanged in centuries. Visit the Temple of Horus, dedicated to the falcon-headed god Horus, which is in a state of excellent preservation and once huge ceremonies were held here with live falcons in honour of Horus. Later stops will take you to small villages and the desert. Set sail for a small island where the boat will moor for the night. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya or on the tranquil banks of the Nile. Second night on board.
Day 3 – Gebel el Silsila – Kom Ombo – Maniha
Relax in a deck chair and watch the riverside pass by while the crew sails to Gebel El Silsila. Explore the rock-cut chapels of Seti I, Ramesses II, Merenptah and Horemheb and also remnants of the monuments in the old sandstone quarries. During lunch on the sun deck the Dahabiya sails towards Kom Ombo, where you go ashore to see the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Set sail for the island of Maniha, where the Dahabiya will moor for the night. Set sail for the island of Maniha, where the Dahabiya will moor for the night. This island is one of the many lovely spots for a refreshing dip in the Nile. The waters are relatively shallow and the scenery is fantastic, it is also very peaceful and quiet. Dinner will be served on a beautiful spot on the banks of the Nile, under a twinkling night sky – You’ll find no flashing disco here! Third night on board.
Day 4 – Daraw – El Koubania, Aswan
Sail to Daraw and take a walking tour to the village to visit the markets of Daraw, once the last stop on the famous 40-day desert road between Sudan and Egypt. Sailing continues to the Nubian village of El Koubania, near Aswan. Fourth and last night on board.
Day 5 – Disembarkation in Aswan
End of the Dahabiya journey in Aswan after breakfast on board. Transfer to any address in Aswan.
Guaranteed weekly departure • Every Monday on board Dahabiya Loulia
Downriver from Aswan to Esna • 3 Night Itinerary
Day 1 – Boarding in Aswan – Kom Ombo – Gebel el Silsila
The pick-up point for this trip is the address of your choice in Aswan. At 9 am, you’ll be met by your Djed Egypt Travel host. Transfer to and embarkation on the Dahabiya, your home for the next three nights, cruising along the Nile between Aswan and Esna. The first day’s sailing takes you to a small Nile island for a walk in the countryside. After lunch on board or on the island, continue sailing towards Kom Ombo to visit the double temple of Sobek and Haroeris. Then cruise towards Gebel el-Silsila. Large cruise boats are forbidden to stop here, which adds to the calm and mystique of the place. In the evening, our chef will prepare an Egyptian-style menu for you, and served on a beautiful spot on the banks of the Nile, under a twinkling night sky. You’ll find no flashing disco here! – First night on board.
Day 2 – Edfu – El Fawaza
After breakfast visit the rock-cut chapels of Horemheb, Seti I, Ramses II and Merenptah and explore the sandstone quarries at Gebel el-Silsila. The sail continues to Edfu where you can visit the temple of Horus, the best-preserved of all the temples in Egypt. Travel on to a small island where the boat will moor for the night. This island is one of the many lovely spots for a dip in the Nile. The waters are relatively shallow and the scenery is fantastic, it is also very peaceful and quiet. Dinner will be served on board the Dahabiya or round a campfire on the tranquil banks of the Nile. Second night on board.
Day 3 – El Kab – Esna
Cruise to El Kab, the ancient town of Nekheb, one of the oldest and most significant archaeological sites on the Nile. Visit the remains of its temples and some of the tombs cut into the cliffs. Return to the boat and set sail for Esna. Relax on deck and enjoy lunch whilst sailing to Esna. Spectacular Nile views accompany the onwards journey to Esna. Walk into Esna souks and its twisting streets and alleyways, where every step brings a new smell, a new sight or a new gift to buy. Watch skilled artisans perfect their craft, practice your haggling skills or take a break from the hustle to sip on tea in a local tea house. Finish the day with a traditional Egyptian dinner. Third and last night on board.
Day 4 – Disembarkation in Esna
End of the Dahabiya journey in Esna after breakfast on board. Transfer to any address in Luxor (45km south – approximately one hour’s drive). Expected arrival time in Luxor at 11:00am.
| Rates per person per night | Double occupancy | Triple occupancy | Single occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation in a cabin | € 330 | Not Available | € 490 |
| Accommodation in a suite | € 390 | Not Available | € 610 |
Included
Transfers to and from any address in Luxor or Aswan to the Dahabiya, depending on the itinerary
Sightseeing, all entrance fees and English-speaking guide services on board
Full board accommodation, breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
Tea, coffee, mineral water and soft drinks throughout the voyage
Complimentary Wireless Internet Access – Fair Usage Policy.
Excluded
Alcoholic beverages and tipping.
Children’s Rates
Sharing cabin/suite with adults. From 1 to 4 years old – Free. From 5 to 12 years old – 20% discount.
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Other departure days
We also offer 3 & 4-day itineraries with different departure days on our sister Dahabiya boats, The Orient, Zekrayaat and Nora