5.0 on Tripadvisor Licensed by the Ministry of Tourism and AntiquitiesMinistry licensed guides On the river since 2011 Luxor and Aswan, every week
The Princess Farida is a dahabiya built in 2024: 55 metres long, two decks, and eight suites, each named after King Farouk or a member of his family. Six luxury suites of 22 m² and two royal suites of 35 m² with a private terrace. It sails between Luxor and Aswan at a sailing boat’s pace and moors at islands and villages that the cruise ships pass by.
Three twin and three king bed luxury suites of 22 m², and two royal suites of 35 m² with a king bed and a private terrace. Every suite has a private bathroom, air conditioning you control yourself, satellite TV, a safe, a mini fridge, and tea and coffee making.
Arranged on request and paid separately.
A 25 percent deposit confirms your booking. The balance is paid on arrival, by bank transfer or in cash. Cards are accepted, with a 3 percent surcharge.
A child travelling free shares the parents’ cabin and does not get a separate bed. Tell us the ages when you enquire and we will confirm it for you.
| If you cancel | Charge |
|---|---|
| 60 days or more before sailing | No charge |
| 59 to 30 days before | 25% of the total |
| 29 to 15 days before | 50% of the total |
| 14 to 7 days before | 75% of the total |
| Less than 7 days, or no show | 100% of the total |
If your plans change you can move your dates instead, free of charge more than 30 days before sailing and subject to availability. Peak travel periods can carry different terms, and your booking confirmation states which apply. If the trip cannot run for reasons beyond anyone’s control, such as a strike, an epidemic or a sudden change in the law, no cancellation fee applies.
