Nile Canopus
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All-inclusive cruises of 3 to 4 nightsTraditional dahabiya designPowered by windNature & CultureAdventurous spirit

Designed in the style of a dahabiya–traditional boats built between the 18th and 19th centuries–Nile Canopus offers cruises along the Nile. Thanks to its two large triangular sails and shallow draft, it glides silently through the water and can more easily approach riverbanks than larger vessels. Journeys of three to four nights, between Luxor and Aswan–or seven nights for a round trip–allow you to discover the temples of Philae, Abu Simbel, Kom Ombo, Edfu and Luxor, all witnesses to three millennia of history. The 10 cabins and suites aboard Nile Canopus feature refined comforts, with decor evoking the elegance of the 1920s. From your windows or on deck, you can admire the desert beyond the rows of palms and papyrus that line the shore. An all-inclusive formula lets you savor chef Hussein Gaber’s heartfelt, aromatic cuisine, from sunrise to starry nights.

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EGYPT | 3 stops | 7 nights

Egypt, for the beauty of the landscapes and its historic sites

Taking in Cairo, the shores of the Red Sea and a cruise on the Nile, this seven-night itinerary offers a superb introduction to Egypt, with stops in three of our properties. A journey that leads from the pyramids to the desert and immerses you in the mysterious world of the Pharaohs.

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Nature and birdwatching

The Canopus Bridge over the Nile is a prime vantage point for encountering local flora and fauna. Slender cypress trees, palms and eucalyptus line the riverbanks, while the region’s abundant birdlife fills the air with its song. Nile Valley sunbirds, with their shimmering plumage, cross paths with stately grey herons, endemic to this landscape since long before the time of the Pharaohs. This contemplative experience allows you to appreciate this iconic river at nature's pace.

Treasures of Ancient Egypt

Discover the greatest archaeological sites of Ancient Egypt on a private tour. Led by a professional Egyptologist, you will explore a succession of temples and monuments-all UNESCO World Heritage sites–from the Valley of the Kings to the impressive temples of Abu Simbel, as your guide deciphers hieroglyphics carved in stone and brings to life the rituals that shaped the lives of the pharaohs. A truly immersive way to appreciate these iconic destinations.

Explore the bustle of life along the Nile

Beyond the region’s ancient archaeological sites, the Nile also offers a window into the contemporary life that flourishes on its banks. In Esna, wander through the lively souk and pay a visit to the Temple of Khnum, whose sculpted columns bear witness to the city's rich past. And in the tranquil village of Bessaw, on the island of the same name, you can stroll among its colorful houses and sandy alleyways, and enjoy the warm welcome of the locals.