Dahabiya Cruising & Village Visits
Overview
With One Horizon you can combine the pleasures of cruising the Nile and visiting local community projects. The experience begins and ends in Cairo and you can visit 4 different communities over 4 days. One of the advantages of the dahabiya is that it can anchor at any location along the Nile and that’s why it’s perfect for combining visits to One Horizon’s local communities and villages. You can avoid the traffic in Cairo and enjoy the sites from the Nile.
A Great Way To Travel
A Dahabiya is a traditional two-masted sailing boat. And in Arabic it is translated as ‘a golden one’. These vessels were common in Egypt in the early part of the 19th century up until the 1870’s and were used by people for travelling and also by the Egyptian monarchy and elites for their socialising. In those days they were considered to be the first class method for travelling. Today they still represent a great way for getting around, albeit at a leisurely pace and the way to see the real Egypt. On our excursions to our communities, your Dahabiya can draw into beaches and landing places close to the villages you are visiting. It can anchor at any location along the river. This gives more options for impromptu stops and activities like lunch on the beach, swimming and other adventures. Every step of the way our guides are with you.
Wind Power Only and Luxury
To this day, Dahabiyas do not have engines but rely on wind power. And to enhance customers enjoyment and pleasure, solar powered batteries provide air-conditioned comfort and other great amenities. Equipped with modern facilities, dahabiya house 3-12 cabins each with private ensuites. It’s a great way for families and groups to enjoy the views of Cairo and its frenetic pace and the villages dotted along the route. The staff go above and beyond to ensure that our customers are looked after.
Your Holiday Can Change Lives
At One Horizon, you will meet the people of Egypt. Spend time with them, learn about their lives, and be transformed in ways you never imagined. You’ll hear about the hopes and dreams they have for themselves and their children. And you’ll be helping them move closer toward that better life. Imagine how it will feel to share smiles with these welcoming people. And you’ll share your dreams as well. And as well as this, the staff on your dahabiya come from the villages and communities you will meet and you are helping employee the locals as well as having a holiday.
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Ancient Egyptian Research Association
One Horizon Africa is a member of AERA. AERA brings together archaeologists and specialists from around the world to address questions regarding the origin, nature, and development of the Egyptian state. By becoming a member of AERA you support the training of young Egyptian archaeologists and the survey, mapping, excavation, and the analysis of archaeological sites. We encourage everyone to become a member and support the work of AERA.
Itinerary
What To Expect From This Experience
- You will be involved in a travel with purpose experience that will link you to the people of Egypt and it will redefine what a holiday means. An experience that leaves a community better off than before.
- This is a total cultural experience where you meet every day Egyptian families and farmers who till the soil to earn a living and to feed their families.
- You can talk to the locals about their life experiences and gain penetrating insight into Egyptian culture and their relationship with the land and the Nile.
- Of all the experiences you can have in Egypt this is one that you will also remember for life. The resilience of the local people will inspire you and they welcome you into their communities and homes as they do their families and friends. A wonderful experience.
Day 1: Pick Up from Your Hotel
We pick you up from your hotel and our representative will ensure a smooth transition to your dahabiya. Upon arrival you can settle in and as the vessel departs, you will enjoy lunch enroute to our first project.
Not by Bread Alone Program
One Horizon’s Not by Bread Alone objective, is the economic empowerment of women. And by harnessing a cultural legacy around the skills of bread making, people can deliver economic certainty for themselves and their families. It’s a great practical program with immediate benefits. And for those who would like to participate in a cooking class for Egypt bread, it’s a great way to become part of the village.
Transfer to your dahabiya and overnight- the first of 3 nights on the vessel. L D Included.
Day 2: A Great Day of Communities and Cruising
A great morning start on the Nile and a hearty breakfast as you watch the passing parade of boats as they ply the Nile. We are on our way to the second project of your community program.
Turn the Soil Project
Out Turn The Soil Program (TTS) is a program which aims to enable farmers to acquire land and ultimately to support their families as well as earning an income. It’s an experience which, with travellers help, can transform lives by helping Egyptian engage back with the land. This is essentially a program which helps families stabilise their future.
After the Turn the Soil Project, its back to the dahabiya and lunch before a leisurely cruise along the Nile. With a late afternoon picnic on a beach.
The second of 3 nights on the vessel. B L D Included.
Day 3 – This Day Will Amaze You
Another exciting day is ahead and one which is so unique and which you will remember for life. And another great breakfast to start the day as we sail up to a camel market.
Visiting a Camel Market
We take you to one of the well-known camel markets in Cairo. There are numerous markets held in an around Cairo and upon arrival at the market our guide will provide an overview of what you are about to see, how the traders spend their time and the spirited bargaining that is going on. There is, perhaps, no other market like the camel markets of Cairo.
Lunch is taken on board as we down the Nile and our disembarking in late afternoon.
The third night of 3 nights on the vessel. B L D Included. B L D Included.
Day 4: – A Village Visit and Leisurely Cruising
We visit a local village to showcase the life of everyday Egyptians.
Village Visits and a Walk Between Villages
We disembark at a local village and take a leisurely walk between villages. It’s a great to see the typical day of the villagers and you will be impressed by the friendliness of the locals and their way of life. A great way to see the real Egypt.
Lunch is on board as we sail back to Cairo and end of the tour.
B L Included
INCLUSIONS
- 3 nights accommodation on a luxury dahabiya
- A crew complement from 8 to 12 persons (depending on how many is in the group)
- A local guide is on board for the duration of the cruise – all our guides speak our guests language as well as Arabic – our guides assist with communication with villagers
- A chef who prepares traditional and international dishes
- All meals and soft drinks.
- Air-conditioned cabins/suites
- Covered deck
- Room cleaning service
- Internet access
Exclusions
- Personal expenditure of any kind
- Tips
- Alcoholic Drinks and extra meals (other than those stated in the itinerary)
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ARCHAEOLOGY 2.0
Dr Mark Lehner ranks amongst the most outstanding Egyptologists of the modern era. Within a select group of Egyptologists such as Petrie, Carter, Hawass and others, Mark has earned his international reputation based on over 40 years of conducting research and excavations in Egypt. His discoveries, such as the workers village close to the Giza Pyramids, and his academic treatise and publications have contributed greatly to the world’s understanding of ancient Egypt. Mark is also the founder of the Ancient Egyptians Research Associates (AERA) whose work includes training the next generation of Egyptian Egyptologists.
Within One Horizon, training our tour guides so that they provide our clients with the most factual, up to date and insightful information draws heavily from Mark’s 40 years of research, analysis and dedication. And so, our guides remain at the forefront of current learnings and knowledge that enhances our guests Egyptian experience with us.
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